Pro Stringer

[aussie]

Guys, sorry if this has been discussed before, but browsing the TWA site in Melbourne, I came across this "stringing machine" advertised on their site: http://www.pro-stringer.com/index.htm

I'm not sure what to say, except WTF? Any comments more expansive than mine?

 

[nalvarado]

That's insane. For some reason I really want to string on one now.

 

[fortun8son]

Clever idea. I wonder if it really works!?

 

[Donny0627]

im calling bs on this one, no way in hell this works...

 

[nalvarado]

I don't see how the tensioner mounts to the table.

 

[PBODY99]

I don't see how the tensioner mounts to the table.

It doesn't, looks like a badminton tension device, It might work with a max tension of 25 pounds, suction cups might be enough.

 

[aussie]

Yes, there is a possibility it may be sufficient to string a badminton racquet, but a tennis racquet? Their blurb does refer to the tennis industry however and I particularly enjoyed the statement that the Pro Stringer is used by "many professional players"and is "the most used machine on the Pro tour". Those statements coupled with "Ultimate accuracy and speed" really make me want to go out and spend the AUD$695 (about USD$740)plus shipping that Tennis Warehouse Aust are selling it for!!

BTW Tennis Warehouse Aust is a legitimate business so this whole thing just has me shaking my head.

 

[eliza]

Gosh, please let us know if you buy it!!!!

 

[esgee48]

If you click on the Instructions Tab, you get a series of pictures showing how the tensioner/mounting device works. The only issue I see is the stability of the tensioner, but I'm sure that it is braced against the table (though there is not picture.) All in, it should work in theory.

 

[fortun8son]

It looks like the tensioner is designed to butt up against the mounting frame. I can just see trying to pull 65lbs and having it jump up and knock your teeth out! BTW it said USD and the alleged Pro that uses it is not named!

 

[MAX PLY]

Looks very interesting but seems pretty expensive. I would love to try something like that out but $700 seems pretty steep for a portable stringer that you need to find a sturdy table to use effectively.

 

[esgee48]

Yes. I was thinking if the device was mounted on a stiff aluminum plate permanently, it might actually work. Question is 'how good is the electric tensioner?' At that price, don't know if it is comparable to some of the cheaper electric CP machines here in the US.

 

[macman]

also if you check pic 9 there is almost no room under the strings to weave the crosses all the way to the throat! i strongly doubt the stated time for stringing.
you'll also notice that the tensioner is as tall as the racket and there is no pic of the the rackets handle, it seems if full rotation is impossible. the tensioner looks like a lockout like the early silent partner only turned bottom side up.

 

[dodgers]

Checking the web site, the contact is an Australian phone number but the "pro-stringer.com" appears to be registered here in the US.
Buyer beware.............

 

[TennisCJC]

also if you check pic 9 there is almost no room under the strings to weave the crosses all the way to the throat! i strongly doubt the stated time for stringing.
you'll also notice that the tensioner is as tall as the racket and there is no pic of the the rackets handle, it seems if full rotation is impossible. the tensioner looks like a lockout like the early silent partner only turned bottom side up.

From the picture, I think full rotation is possible. You just move the tensioner out of the way and spin it on the support that attaches it to the table.

But, I think there are a lot better stringers available for $700.

My guess is the tensioner must be heavy as heck to provide stability since it isn't locked to anything - it seems to just butt up against the frame for stability.

 

[Donny0627]

From the picture, I think full rotation is possible. You just move the tensioner out of the way and spin it on the support that attaches it to the table.

But, I think there are a lot better stringers available for $700.
My guess is the tensioner must be heavy as heck to provide stability since it isn't locked to anything - it seems to just butt up against the frame for stability.

even if this is legit, there are alot better machines for your money. idt anyone would find the convienence worth it...

 

[Tennis7]

i have one, it works really well! Electric stringer weighing basically nothing was worth the money if u travel.

 

[aussie]

i have one, it works really well! Electric stringer weighing basically nothing was worth the money if u travel.

How is the tensioner secured to the table top? And is the turntable secure enough just attached to the table? Love to see some photos or a video.

 

[aussie]

Okay, it is now on Youtube - just search for Pro Stringer. The tensioner just butts up against the frame and seems to work okay in the video. When the guy secures the mounting post how winceworthy is it when you realize it is a glass table!! Still, seems to work and at the right price (not $700+) may be a worthwhile travellors stringing machine (only 2 kgs). Still shaking my head! (and in case you don't know, he has an Australian accent)

 

[Tennis7]

the tensioner isn't fixed to the table u just slide it up to the frame and tension the string. Yes its all secure and really clever how it works once u figure it out. Took me 3 goes but now easy. think there is vids on YouTube of it being used.

 

[Torres]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hc-w8LK_fLs

Have to say as a portable machine it looks unbeatable.

Not sure if I've missed something but how do you set the tension on the machine? And I'm assuming there's no way of adjusting the pull speed?

Does anyone else apart from Tennis7 have any experience of this?

 

[kopfan]

Anyone have this machine? Please comment n feedback.

 

[tennis-expert]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hc-w8LK_fLsNot sure if I've missed something but how do you set the tension on the machine? And I'm assuming there's no way of adjusting the pull speed?

You can see from 3:30 onwards in that YouTube video on how the tension adjustment process is made. You cannot adjust the pull speed presently on the machine.

 

[bspitch1]

Website looks like much of the code/design was taken from apple. Just an observation

 

[lwto]

You put 70 pounds of tension and that box is not going to flop around?
The two point mounting system, looks a little small..Racquet distortion?
Looks good for stringing in a pinch, but not sure I'd want to do a lot with it.

 

[Irvin]

Reminds me of the old Tremont stringer. That bar in the center of the racket (the spreader) used to hold the support for the frame is very close to the strings. When you weave your crosses it is always be in the way and will slow you down.

EDIT: Not sure how that will work when pulling your crosses from the throat as that is not shown or what will happen when you tension a string in an O Port.