meowmix
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After reading through the three (or so) years of info on the advantages and disadvantages of the low end dropweights, namely the Alpha String Pal, the Gamma X-2, and the Klippermate, I have decided to go with the Alpha. The clamps are superior to both the X-2 and the Klippermate (although the last may only be marginally), the racheting system is as good as that on a X-2, and the customer service from Alpha is impeccable.
I will be ordering the stringer either tomorrow (if Alpha is open) by phone, as that way seems to be most recommended. I will also order a bucket of the Excel II og's a reel of their hardcourt synthetic gut, 5 sets of their nylon to practice on, and 4 sets of the Gut Poly 2000. That total is $200, and those strings should last me about half a year.
Since I am a completely novice stringer, with no experience whatsoever, I think it'll be interesting to see how well I can get used to stringing. I'll keep everyone updated with how everything goes.
I will be ordering the stringer either tomorrow (if Alpha is open) by phone, as that way seems to be most recommended. I will also order a bucket of the Excel II og's a reel of their hardcourt synthetic gut, 5 sets of their nylon to practice on, and 4 sets of the Gut Poly 2000. That total is $200, and those strings should last me about half a year.
Since I am a completely novice stringer, with no experience whatsoever, I think it'll be interesting to see how well I can get used to stringing. I'll keep everyone updated with how everything goes.
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