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| Damping |
Generally refers to vibration and/or shock damping. Handle systems, such as Dunlop's ISIS, Prince's Cushion Grip and Head's ShockStop are designed to reduce frame shock and vibration before they reach the player's hand. Weight is also effective in decreasing shock and vibration. Rubber string dampers reduce string vibration only - they have no effect on frame shock or vibration (it's simple physics - a 2 gram string damper versus a 250-350 gram racquet striking a 60 gram ball...).
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