Balance Point of a Racquet

What is the balance point (BP) of a racquet and why is it important, you ask?

How to measure balance point - from the internet

Firstly the above pix shows how to determine the BP for a racquet. The position of the plastic pivot is where you would place your finger and the racquet would be stable and not move - as per in the pix.

The BP determines the feel of a racquet. For example, say the racquet weight is 85g with a high BP (BP towards the frame). This racquet would feel head heavy. The same 85g racquet with a lower balance point would feel lighter.

Racquet designers make use of the above property to create specialised racquets for doubles play - lighter for better defense but yet posssess enough head heaviness for a smash via a high BP.

Unfortunately material science is not there yet ... as such racquets can be fragile.