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Forum: Strings

05-07-2013, 09:29 AM

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What direction to take with string experiments?

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Posted By Old Chemist

Agree with you 100%

Agree with you 100%

Forum: Strings

05-06-2013, 07:05 PM

Replies: 15

What direction to take with string experiments?

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Posted By Old Chemist

I would recommend you try syngut at 30lbs -- I...

I would recommend you try syngut at 30lbs -- I know it sounds bizarre, but it is worth trying, especially if you are a serve and volleyer.

see the thread on extreme low tensions --...

Forum: Strings

05-06-2013, 06:55 PM

Replies: 1,934

Low, low tensions. 30lbs feels great. 20lbs pretty good, too

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Posted By Old Chemist

PSGD 18 @ 30lbs in Dunlop 200 (18x20)

Tried a new ELT setup – PSGD 18 at 30 lbs in my Dunlop 4D Aerogel 200. After being pleasantly surprised at how well some Golden Set 17G syngut played in my old Revelation Pro 90 at 30 lbs I finally...

Forum: Strings

04-30-2013, 07:07 PM

Replies: 31

Dunlop 4D 200 Tour string recommendation

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Posted By Old Chemist

My first 200 tour also had a vibration -- I tried...

My first 200 tour also had a vibration -- I tried opening the trap door and shaking out any loose materials but no luck. It just finally stopped on its own -- I think after my third stringing. My...

Forum: Strings

04-25-2013, 08:11 AM

Replies: 1,934

Low, low tensions. 30lbs feels great. 20lbs pretty good, too

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Posted By Old Chemist

Yep -- indoors -- winter is still hanging on up...

Yep -- indoors -- winter is still hanging on up here -- probably another few weeks (maybe a month) before I will be outdoors.

From my limited experience I also liked the comfort and feel of ELT...

Forum: Strings

04-24-2013, 06:53 PM

Replies: 1,934

Low, low tensions. 30lbs feels great. 20lbs pretty good, too

Views: 238,915

Posted By Old Chemist

Syngut at 30 lbs in Dunlop Revelation Pro 90

OK, so all the positive reviews on syngut at ELT finally peaked my curiosity.

I decided to string up my old Dunlop Revelation Pro with a couple of half sets of Golden Set syngut that I had laying...

Forum: Strings

04-23-2013, 06:03 AM

Replies: 18

Lubricant on strings for durability

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Posted By Old Chemist

Absolutely agree -- case in point, I always seem...

Absolutely agree -- case in point, I always seem to play better after putting on a new overgrip -- should change them more often, but I am bit cheap.

Forum: Strings

04-22-2013, 06:48 PM

Replies: 18

Lubricant on strings for durability

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Posted By Old Chemist

I think it's the 'original' -- I have an old...

I think it's the 'original' -- I have an old spray bottle that my wife originally used to polish up the interior of the car a few years back. We've had it around for quite a while.

I noticed in...

Forum: Strings

04-22-2013, 01:32 PM

Replies: 18

Lubricant on strings for durability

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Posted By Old Chemist

I have not tested the lubricated strings side by...

I have not tested the lubricated strings side by side at the same time with unlubed strings, so this is based mainly on my impressions. I definitely get less notching, I believe a little more spin,...

Forum: Strings

04-21-2013, 06:43 PM

Replies: 18

Lubricant on strings for durability

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Posted By Old Chemist

corners, I spray it on right after stringing and...

corners,

I spray it on right after stringing and at about the 5 hour mark (if I remember).

I accidently got some on a spot on my hardwood floor -- it took several washings with detergent before...

Forum: Strings

04-21-2013, 01:49 PM

Replies: 18

Lubricant on strings for durability

Views: 3,560

Posted By Old Chemist

FWIW: I use ARMOR ALL -- a water-base emulsion...

FWIW:

I use ARMOR ALL -- a water-base emulsion of wax and silicone. It makes plastic surfaces very slippery and lasts -- no smell or problems with residue -- just spray on and wipe off excess.

IMO...

Forum: Strings

04-14-2013, 12:24 PM

Replies: 29

Silicone Spray - Need Expert Advices!

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Posted By Old Chemist

Armor All spray (original) From their website:...

Armor All spray (original)

From their website:
"Attention: Not for use on floors, vehicle controls (pedals, grips, steering wheels), bench or cycle seats, cycle tires, brake drums and other...

Forum: Strings

04-13-2013, 07:48 AM

Replies: 6

NXT Control Hybrid suggestions

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Posted By Old Chemist

DonDiego: Thanks, I have a half pack of RPM 17 I...

DonDiego: Thanks, I have a half pack of RPM 17 I can try -- won't be much less costly but what the heck.

I am assuming this setup is pretty easy on the arm.

Forum: Strings

04-13-2013, 07:45 AM

Replies: 6

NXT Control Hybrid suggestions

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Posted By Old Chemist

Mikeler: Would you string them both at the same...

Mikeler: Would you string them both at the same tension (~58lbs)

Forum: Strings

04-12-2013, 03:44 PM

Replies: 6

NXT Control Hybrid suggestions

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Posted By Old Chemist

NXT Control Hybrid suggestions

I like NXT Control as a full bed, but I don't like the price. When I played with it last, it seemed the crosses were the ones doing most of the fraying and showing the most wear, so I was thinking...

Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction

04-11-2013, 04:17 PM

Replies: 31

My serves

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Posted By Old Chemist

FWIW: My serve was very similar looking to yours...

FWIW:

My serve was very similar looking to yours -- I upped my pace a little by concentrating on leading my swing with my shoulder and thinking of the rest of my swing as cracking a whip. I go out...

Forum: Strings

04-06-2013, 09:42 AM

Replies: 1,934

Low, low tensions. 30lbs feels great. 20lbs pretty good, too

Views: 238,915

Posted By Old Chemist

Pro's Pro Plus Power 1.23 @ 34lbs

OK, so I tried my third poly at ELT.

Previously, I played PPPP at low to mid 50's and found it to be a medium to high powered poly. The string bed felt fairly crisp. Control and spin were good,...

Forum: Strings

04-05-2013, 10:37 AM

Replies: 6

Bio 200 String Recommendation

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Posted By Old Chemist

jojo You might try Dunlop DNA 16 -- see...

jojo

You might try Dunlop DNA 16 -- see Mikeler's thread on multi's.

I played many years with Prince syngut in the 60's then discovered Polys. I like the feel and spin I get with some polys but...

Forum: Strings

03-29-2013, 09:30 AM

Replies: 78

Giving Lube a Chance: Playtest Reports

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Posted By Old Chemist

I also use Armor All. It's a water-based...

I also use Armor All. It's a water-based emulsion of silicone and wax -- not messy -- just spray on and wipe off excess. I apply it when I restring my racquet and usually again after 3-4 h of play....

Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction

03-02-2013, 09:50 AM

Replies: 28

Pro Net Clearance?

Views: 1,248

Posted By Old Chemist

+1 see this video for example: ...

+1

see this video for example: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6p5ZdGR4hU&feature=related

Forum: Health & Fitness

02-27-2013, 06:35 PM

Replies: 65

What are some ways of making sure you do not fall sick?

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Posted By Old Chemist

Andrographis (extract of plant Andrographis...

Andrographis (extract of plant Andrographis paniculata) -- very effective against many viral infections -- used in Ayurvedic medicine.

A herbal product that works well and is inexpensive.

Forum: Strings

02-27-2013, 10:07 AM

Replies: 1,934

Low, low tensions. 30lbs feels great. 20lbs pretty good, too

Views: 238,915

Posted By Old Chemist

Hey U-S, I think this may depend on the Poly. I...

Hey U-S,

I think this may depend on the Poly. I know this is only anecdotal, based on only two strings, but I found in my hands, Discho Big Blue played better at 30 lbs than at 46 lbs, while Golden...

Forum: Strings

02-27-2013, 05:09 AM

Replies: 39

The ultimate tension loss measurement

Views: 3,951

Posted By Old Chemist

fgs Exactly what I have observed with proline II...

fgs

Exactly what I have observed with proline II strung at 53-57 lbs. After 5-6 hr playing -- less spin and less control -- shots start to spray. The string is still comfortable but plays...

Forum: Former Pro Player Talk

02-22-2013, 10:06 AM

Replies: 844

Greatest Serves of All Time

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Posted By Old Chemist

Best servers list imo should include Sampras,...

Best servers list imo should include Sampras, Raonic, and Lendl in the top three.

Forum: Strings

02-21-2013, 07:50 PM

Replies: 1,934

Low, low tensions. 30lbs feels great. 20lbs pretty good, too

Views: 238,915

Posted By Old Chemist

Update: Discho Big Blue @ 30 lbs & GS Hex Poly @ 30 lbs

I strung up my other 200 Tour with Golden Set Hex Poly 18G at 30 lbs a couple of days ago and decided to try it out in my doubles tonight. I had played this string last summer at 48-50 lbs and liked...

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