If your racquet isn’t properly set up for you, it’s holding you back.

John Gugel, founder of Racquet Quest Technologies, works directly with players, stringers, and coaches to fine-tune racquets for maximum performance, comfort, and durability. His approach blends technical expertise with real-world experience, including work with professional athletes.

How Play Harder, Not Hurter™ can help

Racquet consulting

• Get the right racquet, strings, and tension for your game
• Improve power, control, and feel without guesswork
• Reduce stress on arm, shoulder, and wrist

Mentoring for stringers

• Learn advanced techniques from a seasoned expert
• Improve consistency, accuracy, and efficiency
• Build confidence working with high-level players

Racquet evaluation

• Not sure why your setup doesn’t feel right?
• John analyzes your current equipment and identifies what’s off
• Walk away with clear, actionable improvements

Stringing & customization tutoring

• Hands-on learning for players and aspiring stringers
• Master the details that make a measurable difference
• Understand why each adjustment matters

The difference

Small adjustments in stringing and customization can have a massive impact on your game—and your long-term health.

With the right setup, you don’t have to choose between performance and comfort.

You get both.