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I spent a season in 4.0 about 2 years ago and I did encounter guys who would lob, none nearly as effective as this guy. This guy puts a huge amount of spin on the ball and it is landing within 2 ft of the baseline every time. It's almost like he has perfected this shot. I do believe taking the...

I played a match yesterday against another 4.5 player and had the worst time trying to counter his tactics. The first set he played a more standard version of tennis and I won the set 6-1. To his credit, he mixed things up in the second set and started hitting topspin lobs to me on every ball. I...

I wanted to report back after my first couple of jobs and give feedback on the change from my x-2 to the x-st. Likes - I like the lockout mechanism, slightly faster and gives very consistent results. - Fixed clamps are great, thought I would not like the wing nut style system, but it...

The machine is in pristine condition. I don't think the guy even used the machine much. It was pretty funny, it ended up being a guy I grew up playing as a junior with at my home club. Small world. He did end up taking $300 for it (Thanks for the suggestion). I can see what you are referring...

Speak of the devil. I just found a Gamma Progression ST crank with fixed clamps for 350 in my area. With the 6 point mount system, fixed clamps and crank system, would that merit an upgrade of a 2 point drop weight? I string about 6 rackets per month so figure that I'm saving 15-20 labor per...

Those plastic clamps are one of the primary reasons I wanted to upgrade. I couldn't imagine that they don't slip a little. They are very harsh on the strings as well if set to tight. Also I do not currently use a starting clamp, and its funny you mention that because the first few strings...

I am currently using the Gamma x-2 2 point drop weight stringer with floating clamps. I really enjoy stringing my own rackets and am always looking to improve my results. I really don't mind the drop weight stringer setup so I was considering upgrading to the Gamma Progression II 602 FC...

I have had great success working with a local college player. He really takes the time to analyze the things I am doing and will not only work on technique, drills etc.. but also has been the most helpful with the mental/strategy game as well. Plus only paying $25 an hour is a nice benefit. I...

Can't find a more well rounded arm friendly string! I will second this choice.

I am fighting this battle myself. I just picked up a couple of Head Speed Pro's and I absolutely love the feel and way the ball comes off the racket. Yet, I have sacrificed majorly in the service department switching from my Wilson Steam 100. My serve is what kept me competitive at a high level...

I have an entry level gamma x-2 that I have used to string 80+ rackets and I am fully satisfied with the results. You can achieve the same results with this machine as one that costs 20x as much if you know what you are doing and take the time to learn and do it correctly. I can't string a...

Wanted to report back that the 2nd time around went much smoother thanks to all of your posts. I ended up measuring out 11ft using the wingspan method. I didn't pre-cut the string figuring it would leave me with the max for crosses if I just cut it after I finish the mains. I know that creates a...

I'm not going to lie, this sounds like a much better way of doing it! I like the accuracy of the tape measurer, but scooting across the floor on my hands and knees trying to keep the string in place as I switch hands was not the most fun thing I've done. lol

I laid a 25 ft tape measurer out on the ground and ran the length to 21 and cut. I would say there was maybe 18 inches to 2 feet at the end of the crosses. I probably should have measured this to plan for the next time. The log is a really good idea. I will definitely use that this time. I...

Bridging seems like a great solution. I wish I had thought of that method instead of knotting the strings together to accomplish this. This should take care of this issue if I run into it again. Thank you for the advice.

I almost hate to admit this, but in order to get the final string tensioned I tied a little extra string to the end and used that to manually pull a little tension on it. It felt like it was probably only pulling like 30 lbs, but at that point I couldn't think of another solution. I am...

I apologize, I am using Lux 4g @ 52 lbs.

I recently strung a Head Speed Pro 18x20 2014 model and ran into a bit of an issue. I am using a gamma x2 drop weight stringer and ended up not having enough string left over on the mains to pull tension. I went by the specks online and it said to cut 21' and 19' from my 40' package. I felt like...

So I wanted to report back in on how things went. We ended up losing our first round match to a team with a former big ten champion. He played with his daughter who also finished 3rd in the state in D1 this year. Unfortunately we didn't have the best draw because they went on to win this thing...

Very funny but very good feedback as well. I did catch the Paes/Hingis match. Not sure I can make some of the plays that Paes was making out there though. Also growing up Edberg was my favorite player, so will definitely see if I can schedule some time with him to work on those volleys in the...

Is it more accepted these days than it was in the past to serve and stay back until you get a short ball? I hardly ever serve and volley so I think I am better off to stay back and focus on my strengths which is my groundstrokes to set up a short ball to move in on.

Absolutely, I wanted her to be clear on my ability and lack of experience in doubles, let alone mixed doubles. I also let her know about my tendencies so it wouldn't come as an unexpected surprise when we were playing our match.

Our club has a mixed doubles tournament every year and I decided that it would be a fun thing to give a try this year. I ended up asking a local teaching pro to partner up with me and she actually agreed to do so. After agreeing to play with me, she started blasting her partner from last year...

Does anyone have a recommendation on a similar string to Lux 4g in the sub $12 range? I'm currently spending 40-60 a month on string which I feel is too much for someone just playing rec tennis. I like the feel of Lux 4g and it doesn't leave my arm aching when strung at about 52lbs or so. Thanks...

I'm glad to hear I'm not alone in this department. I feel like I have tried to adjust my game to be more aggressive and have actually suffered in the short term. I make way more unforced errors than I was making at the beginning of the year. The problem is, if I don't try to be more aggressive I...

He beats the guy who was the 2 time all American at a DIII school 6-0, 6-1. I don't think he has lost more than 2 games in a match since he has been playing. What's crazy though, is there is a local junior he played about 2 weeks ago who beat him 6-3, 6-4. This kid is only 15. I watched most...

It is actually our club league, but I cross referenced all of the USTA ratings for the individuals I have played. I have played a few non USTA ranked players as well and excluded them from the list because I knew that would be hard to make comparisons. We have one guy who played for Ohio State 2...

Thanks for all the feedback, I guess I was getting pretty discouraged and was hoping to have closer to a .500 record this year. The biggest differences I have noted Very few unforced errors by opponent Balls deeper and closer to lines Less time to react Serves not necessarily bigger...

Ok, the reason I asked is because I have been playing in a 5.0 league in Cincinnati and have been debating where I stand and what I need to do. Last season in 4.5 I went 16-1 and the organization told me I needed to move up to the 5.0 division. I have really enjoyed playing the higher level...

What would you estimate the result to be if a good 4.5 plays a solid 5.0 player score wise?