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Where should I add weight to my racquet for more stability on off-center hits?

By Jeff Cooper, About.com

Question: Where should I add weight to my racquet for more stability on off-center hits?
Answer: Imagine the head of your racquet as a clock face, with the tip at 12:00. Adding weight at 3:00 and 9:00 will give you the best gain in stability.

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