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Forum: Strings 06-11-2009, 03:04 PM
Replies: 51
New strings for my kid...
Views: 1,712
Posted By dowjones
Your best answer is above and Bud's too. Get a...

Your best answer is above and Bud's too. Get a machine, learn to string together and your son will understand a very important concept of his equipment.
Forum: Strings 06-11-2009, 02:58 PM
Replies: 11
Hybrid Haters?
Views: 418
Posted By dowjones
Strings are like pizza...everyone likes what they...

Strings are like pizza...everyone likes what they like but most pizza's are peperoni.

Does that make any sense?
Forum: Strings 06-11-2009, 02:53 PM
Replies: 10
Gosen OG Micro (Hurry and Help, I am about to Buy!)
Views: 521
Posted By dowjones
17g unless you're a breaker Poly if you like that...

17g unless you're a breaker
Poly if you like that feel and combo
Natural

It all depends on what your are trying to accomplish. If you are experimenting with tension and hybrids at a low cost, then...
Forum: Strings 03-26-2009, 09:55 PM
Replies: 26
Gosen micro syn gut 17 to... ?
Views: 1,204
Posted By dowjones
Low tension would be better on the feel side and...

Low tension would be better on the feel side and would soften up the string bed too but that's only anecdotal for me.

You'd have to try it and decide for yourself.
Forum: Strings 03-25-2009, 10:21 PM
Replies: 26
Gosen micro syn gut 17 to... ?
Views: 1,204
Posted By dowjones
Topspin Cyberflash 1.25 I used Gosen Micro 17...

Topspin Cyberflash 1.25

I used Gosen Micro 17 for about a year. Good cheap string that I was able to experiment with but like you said after 2 days it's like hitting with burnt toast. But, it got me...
Forum: General Pro Player Discussion 02-01-2009, 10:01 PM
Replies: 272
Oz '09 & Federer's Tears [Merged threads]
Views: 13,915
Posted By dowjones
I just heard someone yell BINGO!

I just heard someone yell BINGO!
Forum: General Pro Player Discussion 02-01-2009, 07:50 PM
Replies: 272
Oz '09 & Federer's Tears [Merged threads]
Views: 13,915
Posted By dowjones
I'm a Fed fan...Nadal outclassed him on the court...

I'm a Fed fan...Nadal outclassed him on the court and during the trophy ceremony. I agree with those who said that Fed took alot of the moment away from Nadal. I was really impressed with the human...
Forum: Pro Match Results and Discussion 01-27-2009, 07:05 AM
Replies: 1,398
Poll: Djokovic vs Roddick - 1/4 finals
Views: 35,671
Posted By dowjones
It's Australia...the land of extremes and damn...

It's Australia...the land of extremes and damn tough people. Pufta's have a tough time there.

Maybe Djokovic can train with the Aborigines next year!
Forum: Pro Match Results and Discussion 01-26-2009, 10:19 PM
Replies: 1,398
Poll: Djokovic vs Roddick - 1/4 finals
Views: 35,671
Posted By dowjones
Djokovic just gave an exclusive interview with...

Djokovic just gave an exclusive interview with Bud Collins stating that he is retiring from tennis and becoming a Mary Kay Rep.

You heard it here first folks!
Forum: Pro Match Results and Discussion 01-26-2009, 10:10 PM
Replies: 1,398
Poll: Djokovic vs Roddick - 1/4 finals
Views: 35,671
Posted By dowjones
Roddick was a pro the whole way thru the match....

Roddick was a pro the whole way thru the match.

Best part however was not having to watch Djokovic's antics during a match unless he's replaced his overdone fist pump with leg wobbles! :)

The...
Forum: Strings 09-26-2008, 10:50 PM
Replies: 1
how long will it last me?
Views: 250
Posted By dowjones
If you never use the racket again, probably...

If you never use the racket again, probably forever! :-?
Forum: Strings 09-26-2008, 10:39 PM
Replies: 5
Need strings, but haven't got a clue.
Views: 378
Posted By dowjones
If you are serious about finding the right...

If you are serious about finding the right combination of string and tension then you should purchase you own strings and stringing machine. Years ago, I used to pay $25-30 for a string job at mid...
Forum: Strings 09-22-2008, 07:50 PM
Replies: 6
is gosen supposed to be doing this?!?
Views: 538
Posted By dowjones
I string a full OG Sheep @ 67 on my Fischer Pro 1...

I string a full OG Sheep @ 67 on my Fischer Pro 1 Impact (102) and let it sit for 24 hours before playing. After 15 minutes of warm up it's right where I want it. I agree with you that it loses its...
Forum: Strings 09-22-2008, 07:36 PM
Replies: 9
what do you think of Gosen OG Micro 16
Views: 632
Posted By dowjones
I agree with tennisfreak...if you string your own...

I agree with tennisfreak...if you string your own and don't mind stringing every 5 hours or so, Gosen OG Sheep Micro is a good string. I use the 17g.

DJ
Forum: For Sale or Trade 07-30-2008, 12:08 PM
Replies: 0
FT: Various Strings
Views: 248
Posted By dowjones
FT: Various Strings

I have

Kirschbaum
Competition 1.25 1 set
P2 1.25 2 sets
Touch Turbo 1.25 2 sets

Ashaway Dynamite 17 1 set

Gamma Ruff 16 5 sets
Forum: For Sale or Trade 07-30-2008, 09:38 AM
Replies: 3,682
Sticky: Thread on: STRING TRADES
Views: 474,999
Posted By dowjones
String Trades

I have

Kirschbaum
Competition 1.25 1 set
Kirschbaum Competition 17 (1.25) String - $10.40
P2 1.25 2 sets
Kirschbaum P2 17 (1.25) String - $9.30
Touch Turbo 1.25 2 sets
Kirschbaum Touch Turbo 17...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 05-18-2008, 06:32 PM
Replies: 19
*VIDEO* Critique my serve!
Views: 1,285
Posted By dowjones
Very good technique...I like your serve. My only...

Very good technique...I like your serve. My only comment would be that all your serves that I/we could see except for one went to a right handers forehand. I would have rather seen the opposite mix....
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 02-04-2008, 08:31 PM
Replies: 53
What do you do with old dead tennis balls?
Views: 2,545
Posted By dowjones
I donate to the local T-ball teams, local dogs or...

I donate to the local T-ball teams, local dogs or to my my Chiropractor for his patients to work out with.

I have one hanging in the garage so my wife doesn't drive through the back garage wall!

DJ
Forum: Other Equipment 09-13-2007, 05:03 PM
Replies: 19
What's the purpose of overgrip?
Views: 1,153
Posted By dowjones
I buy rackets with a smaller grip and then use an...

I buy rackets with a smaller grip and then use an over grip ($1) to build up. Gets you the new grip feel for cheap. Plus the chicks dig 'em;)
Forum: Strings 08-27-2007, 09:16 PM
Replies: 246
You're having a bad day stringing when....
Views: 14,924
Posted By dowjones
24. Your spill your homebrew on the crosses :sad:

24. Your spill your homebrew on the crosses :sad:
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 08-26-2007, 05:59 PM
Replies: 31
Comments of my serve
Views: 1,172
Posted By dowjones
More arm extension at contact will give you more...

More arm extension at contact will give you more spin, speed and consistency. You'll have to toss the ball a bit higher though.
Forum: Strings 08-26-2007, 05:55 PM
Replies: 19
What do you think of this stringjob?
Views: 673
Posted By dowjones
The Babolat website says that's how to string...

The Babolat website says that's how to string 'em. Check Rod dick's racket close up from the tourney last week :o
Forum: General Pro Player Discussion 08-26-2007, 05:46 PM
Replies: 4
Federer in Poor Form **SPOILER** USOPEN kids day results***
Views: 557
Posted By dowjones
tennispro11, who cares, I like your avatar :p

tennispro11, who cares, I like your avatar :p
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 05-04-2007, 09:32 PM
Replies: 28
How to deal with person who calls line balls out?
Views: 1,418
Posted By dowjones
Drop shot and then drill 'em at the net!

Drop shot and then drill 'em at the net!
Forum: Odds & Ends 05-02-2007, 06:55 PM
Replies: 43
Growing a Beard
Views: 982
Posted By dowjones
No, and you'll never be 6'10" :D Be happy with...

No, and you'll never be 6'10" :D

Be happy with the way you are. When you were created, it was the perfect formula for that moment and that will never change. I guess you could get breast...
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