Strings/Stringing: FAQ & Popular Topics - Page 2

Asclade · 03-01-2009, 09:35 AM

Can anyone tell me how to use the starting clamp please? =(

YULitle · 03-01-2009, 09:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Asclade

Can anyone tell me how to use the starting clamp please? =(

There are a couple ways to use a starting clamp. Here's one.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIbR7...e=channel_page

dancraig · 03-09-2009, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Asclade

Can anyone tell me how to use the starting clamp please? =(

http://www.eagnas.com/lilygen/pp600.html#PP600OP

kpfoto · 05-01-2009, 06:54 AM

I'm a newbie here. Nice to see all this information. I've read on many threads here where the mains and crosses are at two different tensions. What is the advantage of that?

dancraig · 05-04-2009, 06:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kpfoto

I'm a newbie here. Nice to see all this information. I've read on many threads here where the mains and crosses are at two different tensions. What is the advantage of that?

http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showt...erent+tensions

LetFirstServe · 06-08-2009, 09:46 AM

Thanks for the FAQ....I read it since Im about to go out and get some new string.

dancraig · 06-10-2009, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LetFirstServe

Thanks for the FAQ....I read it since Im about to go out and get some new string.

You're welcome.

redpurusha · 06-14-2009, 01:48 PM

Hi everyone, if anyone can give advice from your expertise..

I have a Hyper ProStaff 6.1 (95) and strung it with Luxilon Big Banger ALU Power 16L String at too low of tension (59lbs but somehow now it's too powerful to play.. normally string at 62-63).. I was wondering if I can replace maybe the mains or crosses with a Luxilon Big Banger Ace 18 Strings.. is it possible to just replace mains or crosses?

Also, if possible, then should I make the 18 Strings the mains or crosses? I know that the mains break quicker so which is the more durable string?... that one should be used for mains.

Thanks for your help

YULitle · 06-15-2009, 05:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redpurusha

Hi everyone, if anyone can give advice from your expertise..

I have a Hyper ProStaff 6.1 (95) and strung it with Luxilon Big Banger ALU Power 16L String at too low of tension (59lbs but somehow now it's too powerful to play.. normally string at 62-63).. I was wondering if I can replace maybe the mains or crosses with a Luxilon Big Banger Ace 18 Strings.. is it possible to just replace mains or crosses?

Also, if possible, then should I make the 18 Strings the mains or crosses? I know that the mains break quicker so which is the more durable string?... that one should be used for mains.

Thanks for your help

The short answer is no, but there is a lot said on the issue here.
http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=74551

InsaneSpin · 06-16-2009, 02:15 PM

i tried searching but couldnt find the answer. Can someone please direct me to where i can find how increasing/decreasing the tension would affect the shot. i.e, does increasing the tension increase power but lose control...etc.. thanks.

dancraig · 06-16-2009, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by InsaneSpin

i tried searching but couldnt find the answer. Can someone please direct me to where i can find how increasing/decreasing the tension would affect the shot. i.e, does increasing the tension increase power but lose control...etc.. thanks.

In general, more tension gives more control and less power. Less tension gives more power and less control.

InsaneSpin · 06-17-2009, 07:08 AM

how does tension relate to spin?

dancraig · 06-17-2009, 11:57 AM

Since spin is related to control and higher tension is also related to control, I'd say more tension is related to more spin.
I think racquet head speed has a much greater impact on spin than string tension.

Another opinion about tension/spin: Some feel that lower tension enables you to impart more spin because the ball stays in contact with the stringbed longer.

InsaneSpin · 06-17-2009, 04:55 PM

^^ thanks for the info!!

dancraig · 06-17-2009, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by InsaneSpin

^^ thanks for the info!!

You're welcome.

tennytive · 12-22-2009, 07:40 AM

Does anyone know if the string gauge affects racket weight to any significant degree? IE 16g making the racket more head heavy than 17g?

I have 2 rackets the same size. One has 16 the other 17. The 16 feels heavier to me, but I wonder if I'm just imagining. BTW the racket with 16 also has head protection tape. Maybe that's it, or a combination of both?

Thanks for any help offered.

YULitle · 12-22-2009, 08:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tennytive

Does anyone know if the string gauge affects racket weight to any significant degree? IE 16g making the racket more head heavy than 17g?

I have 2 rackets the same size. One has 16 the other 17. The 16 feels heavier to me, but I wonder if I'm just imagining. BTW the racket with 16 also has head protection tape. Maybe that's it, or a combination of both?

Thanks for any help offered.

The protection tape is far more significant than the difference in gauge. If you are feeling anything, and it isn't just in your head, it's the protection tape. If you are concerned about the difference, I'd start there. The difference in weight between 16 and 17 is nearly imperceptible.

tennytive · 12-23-2009, 05:55 AM

Thank you, that's good to know.

dancraig · 12-24-2009, 08:29 PM

Yes, thank-you.

jim e · 12-24-2009, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tennytive

Does anyone know if the string gauge affects racket weight to any significant degree? IE 16g making the racket more head heavy than 17g?

I have 2 rackets the same size. One has 16 the other 17. The 16 feels heavier to me, but I wonder if I'm just imagining. BTW the racket with 16 also has head protection tape. Maybe that's it, or a combination of both?

Thanks for any help offered.

Unless the racquets are matched, there can be a significant difference between racquets that look identical even without strings.
Did you check the weight of both before they were strung?

05-01-2009, 06:54 AM	#24
kpfoto New User Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 5	Two tensions? I'm a newbie here. Nice to see all this information. I've read on many threads here where the mains and crosses are at two different tensions. What is the advantage of that?

06-14-2009, 01:48 PM	#28
redpurusha Rookie Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 116	String Help Hi everyone, if anyone can give advice from your expertise.. I have a Hyper ProStaff 6.1 (95) and strung it with Luxilon Big Banger ALU Power 16L String at too low of tension (59lbs but somehow now it's too powerful to play.. normally string at 62-63).. I was wondering if I can replace maybe the mains or crosses with a Luxilon Big Banger Ace 18 Strings.. is it possible to just replace mains or crosses? Also, if possible, then should I make the 18 Strings the mains or crosses? I know that the mains break quicker so which is the more durable string?... that one should be used for mains. Thanks for your help

06-17-2009, 11:57 AM	#33
dancraig Hall Of Fame Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 3,235	Since spin is related to control and higher tension is also related to control, I'd say more tension is related to more spin. I think racquet head speed has a much greater impact on spin than string tension. Another opinion about tension/spin: Some feel that lower tension enables you to impart more spin because the ball stays in contact with the stringbed longer. Last edited by dancraig : 08-21-2009 at 09:54 PM.

12-22-2009, 07:40 AM	#36
tennytive Semi-Pro Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 581	Different gauge, different weight? Does anyone know if the string gauge affects racket weight to any significant degree? IE 16g making the racket more head heavy than 17g? I have 2 rackets the same size. One has 16 the other 17. The 16 feels heavier to me, but I wonder if I'm just imagining. BTW the racket with 16 also has head protection tape. Maybe that's it, or a combination of both? Thanks for any help offered.

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode