Measuring the 40'

[nyc]

Originally Posted by bugeyed

So you measure 160 times? I would be likely to loose count.

Cheers,
kev

LOL late night post.

3' deep.

[tennis_ocd]

From machine, around dining room thru living room to mid staircase landing.

[nyc]

Alternatively I use my daughter. She's 3 feet. But she's also really fast, so I do get a little footwork practice in at the same time.

[Irvin]

Originally Posted by pauliewa

So what's the preferred and quickest way to get 40' off the real?

Mind if I ask why it has to be the quickest way? many times sets are just as cheap or cheaper than reels. That way all you have to do is open the pack.

[pauliewa]

Originally Posted by tennis_ocd

From machine, around dining room thru living room to mid staircase landing.

I like this best.

Will figure my wingspan next string job and then I should be set.

[pauliewa]

Originally Posted by Irvin

Mind if I ask why it has to be the quickest way? many times sets are just as cheap or cheaper than reels. That way all you have to do is open the pack.

Well I got a nice deal on bhb7 and msv reels from a friend. But yeah, sets are easier.

[ten11]

Originally Posted by Irvin

many times sets are just as cheap or cheaper than reels. That way all you have to do is open the pack.

string from reel has less coil memory and not quite as easy to tangled up.

I used 3 feet stick, which I picked up from furniture store. (They have it for you to pick up to measure the space in your room.) measure 3 times to get 9 feet and then 1 feet. Then I start to use this 10 feet to get 20 or 40. Simple and quick.

[bigmalik76]

I use my wingspan. (3 Full + thumb to middle of biceps = 20ft) works everytime

[Squidward]

I have 5 increments marked on my workbench in 1' intrevals. At the end of my bench is where my reels are mounted. I just pull the string out until I reach the desired length (not always 40'), cut and string.

Works well for me and saves a little time.

[Irvin]

Originally Posted by pauliewa

Well I got a nice deal on bhb7 and msv reels from a friend. But yeah, sets are easier.

problem with taking 40' off a reel is twisting. Put the reel on a pencil in one hand and hold the end with the string wrapped around a door knob. Walk to a mark 20' away and cut string.

[theyhatethecans]

I've marked a spot on my kitchen wall which is 20' away from the bannister going upstairs. Grab the string from the reel and loop around the bannister and walk backwards while reel unwinds til I get to kitchen spot. Cut. Then keeping ends together, walk back to bannister and cut there in half. 2 - 20' sections.

[tbuggle]

wow, you folks sure can complicate something so simple.

[pvaudio]

Originally Posted by tbuggle

wow, you folks sure can complicate something so simple.

I seriously do not know if people here are joking. Am I the only guy who seriously keeps 20 feet of scrap nylon around to make sure I get the right amount every time? Measuring wingspans, arm lengths, daughters, pool tables, etc....I just hope I'm in a dense mood since it's finals time.

[Lakers4Life]

Originally Posted by pvaudio

Some of these suggestions are hilarious

Here's what you do: buy a set of string that is 40 feet. Keep it. Bam, there you go. If you want to string two piece, cut it in half and keep one of the halves. Just pull off that amount from the reel and you're good to go. I have a half-set of Gosen OGSM 17 that I've been using for years.

Originally Posted by tbuggle

wow, you folks sure can complicate something so simple.

ROFLMAO, 40' is a waste of string unless you are stringing a Gamma Big Bubba or Wilson Outer Edge.

[tbuggle]

to change an oil filter, all one needs is a screwdriver, if that.

seems to me, most racket stringers have never held a tool in their life except maybe a starting clamp. even then
they can discuss for days how a babolat/VS model somehow does something different than an eagnas version.

[Irvin]

Originally Posted by pvaudio

I seriously do not know if people here are joking. Am I the only guy who seriously keeps 20 feet of scrap nylon around to make sure I get the right amount every time? Measuring wingspans, arm lengths, daughters, pool tables, etc....I just hope I'm in a dense mood since it's finals time.

You're kidding, are't you?

[bugeyed]

Originally Posted by pvaudio

I seriously do not know if people here are joking. Am I the only guy who seriously keeps 20 feet of scrap nylon around to make sure I get the right amount every time? Measuring wingspans, arm lengths, daughters, pool tables, etc....I just hope I'm in a dense mood since it's finals time.

I have never seen anyone do this. You may be the only one!

Cheers,
kev

[mikeler]

Originally Posted by Irvin

You're kidding, are't you?

I'm an arm span guy. I had my wife measure it so I know exactly how long my wing span is.

[pvaudio]

Originally Posted by Irvin

You're kidding, are't you?

I am not in the right state of mind for this thread. I will see my self out.

[Irvin]

Originally Posted by pvaudio

I am not in the right state of mind for this thread. I will see my self out.

Sorry but this thread is getting to the point where I am not sure if posters are kidding to not. At least the OP has enough options.