Several options exist when choosing the most appropriate tennis net post for
the application.
Internal vs. External
With internal wind posts, the winding mechanism is inside the post and only
the removable cranking handle is on the outside of the post. This design makes
internal wind posts a safer choice, since they eliminate the danger of catching
fingers in the reel assembly. However, they are typically more expensive.
Century and Wilson do offer an external wind post that includes a ratchet guard
as part of the reel assembly. The ratchet guard prevents the possibility of
getting a hand or face caught as the reel spins, thus making it safer than other
external wind posts.
Round or Square
Our top-of-the-line post, the internal wind Royale post (see below), is
available as either a 3" round or 3" square post. We also offer
2-7/8" round internal and external wind posts and a 2-½" internal
wind post. The shape and size of the post is a matter of personal preference or
the requirements dictated by the existing sleeves in the ground.
Black or Green
Color of the posts is a matter of personal preference and is often chosen to
match the color of the facility's fencing, windscreens and nets.
Sleeves and Sleeve Covers