A squash racket has a head with interwoven strings like a tennis racket but also has a shorter handle, which provides greater ball control. The materials used in Squash Rackets construction vitally affect your playing style and should be skill-level appropriate. This is a brief guide to the three types of materials used and how to choose the one that best matches your playing style and skill level. An aluminum racket weighs 190 grams and is well-suited for recreational use. Titanium rackets weigh 140 grams and provide greater ball power and feel. Finally, maximum power is achieved from carbon squash rackets at 135 grams.