Racquet Stringing [Weaving Cross Strings Made Easier | The StringWeaver]
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- Опубликовано: 18 окт 2024
- This video was inspired by a set of super sharp square-shaped strings and an innovative stringing tool.
THE STRINGS - Weiss Cannon Blue Rock N Power Hybrid
THE STRINGING TOOL - StringWeaver
Check out how I used the perfect strings using the perfect tool to produce the perfect string job.
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Thank you.
Thanks for the review. I bought the Weaver when I switched to a racket with a more dense string pattern. Manual dexterity and strength get tougher for “senior” stringers. I’ve only strung one racket but it was definitely much easier on my hands.
I found it a little difficult to get it installed correctly in the string bed, but all went smoothly with the level alternation after.
Aloha Neil, You're welcome! It sounds like the StringWeaver will help make your stringing smooth sailing! One thing to keep in mind, which I realized after I posted this video, is that there is no need to string with the "one-ahead method" when using the String Weaver. Simply weave, then tension each string. 🤙
@@AMstringing that’s a good point that the one ahead (I actually do more usually) is no longer necessary. Love your channel and it just popped up on my feed! Watched 5 videos already!
Good video. I love using this tool. I find no need to pull tension with the tool flipped so that the channel is open while tensioning. In fact, this creates a stringbed stiffness that is higher than normal. If you pull tension with channel closed you will find tension to be same as if you were stringing without the tool. So no real need to change handle position multiple times. You’re welcome. ;)
Aloha Raz Dad,
Very good observation!
I found myself flipping the handle multiple times because I was using the "one-ahead" method of weaving crosses (out of habit). My goal was to take advantage of the StringWeaver's functionality, by reducing any possible friction that could be avoided.
I realized after creating this video that flipping the handle multiple times could be avoided if you don't use the "one-ahead" method. I did feel odd, however, in how little resistance there was. In fact, it didn't feel like weaving at all. 🤙
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the tool.
Aloha Javi, You're welcome!
I have and use occasionally, Stringway's MK2 Cross Stringing Tool, especially on shaped strings. I've found it to work very well also.
Aloha Carl, As I mentioned about the String Weaver, I'm guilty of not paying attention to these cross-stringing tools. I just checked it out since you mentioned it and I can see how it would be useful. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for the review! I typically string for my kids who prefer a poly/poly hybrid. I recently switched back to an old school mid size frame. I took a suggestion from some forum posts to do a multi/poly setup. But, now I have notching straight off the stringing machine. This never happened when I strung poly/poly or multi/multi, just multi/poly! I'm seriously considering in investing in the Stringweaver. Do you have any technique suggestions (or previous videos) on avoiding notching? Thank you for your time and wonderful videos.
Aloha Shivavishnu,
I'm curious, what multifilament are you using in the mains and polyester in the crosses?
If you're experiencing friction burn which causes notching of the main strings, you can watch this video. This method will help eliminate the notching that occurs during the installation of the first two or three crosses.
ruclips.net/video/OLdVwq81Ebs/видео.html
You may also want to watch this video where I demonstrate three techniques when faced with a hard weave.
ruclips.net/video/dZhsXkhW5l0/видео.html
I hope this helps.
As I mentioned in this video, I haven't felt the need to use the StringWeaver until I strung with this particular string. In most cases, I believe you can do without this tool. However, if you decide to buy a StringWeaver, it will definitely do the job! 🤙
@@AMstringing The notching occurred when I was stringing X One Biphase 17 (I bought the squash version because I liked the price point and burnt orange color) on the mains and Isospeed Cream 17 on the crosses. Tension was 43lbs mains+ 40lbs crosses. It shouldn't make a difference, but it was on a 90" racket head. Thank you for the video recommendations! I'll check out the suggestions and implement them before finalizing my decision on the StringWeaver. Thank you for the advice. I appreciate you!
@@shivavishnu7545 Your string setup and tension are not considered "extreme." So the only other thing I can think of that may be causing notching is if your racquet has a dense 18x20 string pattern. Although it's odd that you haven't experienced it when you strung with your poly/poly hybrid.
I hope my other videos will help you with this issue, if not, the StringWeaver will! 🤙
Aloha Coach AM! 😎🤙
How do u like Blue Rock N Power? It has less tension loss than Ultra Cable by nearly 44% according to TWU w/ nearly as much spin. For strings that notch easy the push method for crosses should help as u’re just guiding 1 string through each pull than the pull method w/ a tail. The String Weaver is def helpful 👍 The 16x15 pattern on Steam 99S had lotta spaces between crosses too
If u look @ TF Black Code 4S 17 125 or 4S now on TWU String Comparison tool, u’ll see that it has close spin & tension maint to Blue Rock N Power while being softer. It’s one of my gotos so give it a try sometime if u haven’t…
Mahalo 🥂😎🤙
Aloha Kenzo,
I don't care for the Blue Rock N Power strings. The initial tension reading was about 4 pounds lower than my usual poly/poly hybrid setup. The mains got stuck out of place, and although the surface is quite rough, I didn't feel it add more spin to the ball.
As for the small notches in the mains, it wasn't my "pull" method that caused that. It was after each weave, as I pulled the cross strings across (diagonal) the mains. 🤙
Ah gotcha so very delicate edges & still subpar tension maint. Mahalo Coach AM & Happy Aloha Fri! ✌️😎🤙
Thank you for making this video. I have seen several videos related to this in the past but none of the is as informative as this one. I appreciate your work. Thank you again. Cheers.
On a side note, I use Yonex VCore 98 2021 with lead tapes on 3&9 plus weight in the butt cap. It comes to about 12+ oz and a very healthy 340 +- swing weight. Which of the Prince racquets are close to this spec and feel? I am thinking the Prince Textreme Tour 95. Would you agree?
Aloha,
Thanks for watching and I'm glad it was helpful.
The old Textreme Tour 95 has a lower swingweight than your racquet. Actually, the new 2022 ATS Textreme Tour 98 would be your best bet. However, the entire ATS Tour line is slightly more flexible than the VCore line. It's a great racquet!
im curious what the small notches look like. I hope im not leaving them in my string job 😂
Aloha Piyush, The small notches are caused by the friction buildup (burn) as you pull the cross strings across the mains before tensioning. If you are not using the One-Ahead method or angling the cross string as you do this, you'll create little nicks or notches in the main strings. Pulling the cross string across slowly will also prevent those small notches from appearing.
The device could be a useful finger saving addition to stringing kit for the sharp edged strings but for smooth poly, maybe not so much. Off topic starting knot question; recently found a shop strung racquet with an odd starting knot. Instead of tieing knot around anchor string with a bulky knot, the tail was inserted parallel to anchor string and a slip knot tied on the end. when 1st X was tensioned, it pulled the knot tight and it was bulky enough to prevent being pulled back thru the grommet. It worked very well but is not an attractive tie off. Have you seen this? Old school or just some stringers personal signature? Personally, I prefer the standoff you demonstrated with a starting clamp and tieing off with a parnell knot.
Aloha Robert,
Yeah, it was funny at times, how the String Weaver made it so easy (with no resistance) that it was hard to grip the end of the string as I was weaving it through, which made it slip out of my fingertips. 😅
I think I know which knot you're referring to. I looked it up in the USRSA Study Guide and found this information. "Stringers have devised a number of innovative knot variations. It’s OK to use a little creative flair, providing the knot is a solid one. In fact, a knot can be your personal signature - marking that string job as yours. USRSA MRT and pro tournament stringer Tom Parry’s “fishing” knot (Figure 29b) works effectively as a starting knot too. For extra
thin strings (17 or 18 gauge), or when encountering an extra-large grommet, add a third loop for more bulk."
@@AMstringing The slip bulky knot would work ok with thin or syn gut strings but not so well with thick stiff poly however, it's still ugly. Also found a head factory(?) strung speed racquet that used a "figure of eight" type knot for all tie-offs that left the cut tips angled out towards the stringbed to catch and cut your fingers. It is a solid and secure tie-off but a really poor choice. It's odd that a pro tourn. stringer would bother personalizing his work. With the volume of work, the fastest, simplest secure knot seems appealing rather than something unique that requires dexterity to tie.
Thanks Albert...another great video. How does this square poly compare to the Black Widow? I love the half half and use it frequently, especially doing one piece jobs, helps when you have all that string to pull through for the top five or six crosses.
Question...i see many stringers start by pulling the second cross when using a starting clamp on the top cross, since they will come back and pull the top again. what's your thought ?
Aloha Ralph,
I haven't actually played with Black Widow but I've heard that its downside is the lack of tension maintenance.
Good question! Although I don't use the method you're describing, I feel it's a good way to reduce the chance of the starting clamp slipping. There would be less stress on the starting clamp when tensioning the second cross, as opposed to tensioning the first cross.
However, I would recommend (if you haven't been doing so), installing the second cross (and sometimes the third cross), then working backward to the first cross. This will help reduce friction and save some time. You can watch this video if you want more information. ruclips.net/video/OLdVwq81Ebs/видео.html 🤙
@@AMstringing oh yes, saves wear and tear pulling less string across those mains. Even on 2 piece jobs I pause after 6 mains and run in the top 3 crosses to eliminate the blocked holes and pull less string across the stringbed. Aloha to Heather!
I stopped playing tennis about 20 years ago. I used the 4 stripe Prince graphite 107. How does the Prince Phantom 107g compare? I notice that reviews say it’s a flexible frame. The Tennis wharehouse site has the Phantom at 63 ra vs the Graphite at 65 ra. There was no such thing as ra ratings when I played. Is a 2 ra points difference substantial? The “Solidness” of a racket is one of the main attributes I looked for in a racket. I know that a racket doesn’t have to be stiff to be solid. The Head Composite Edge, Wilson 7.5 Prostaff (Steffi) and the Dunlop’s 200G all were pretty solid without being stiff. I’m hoping the Phantom is another example of this. The reason I’m asking this question is that there’s a reasonably priced Phantom for sale online so rather than a play test I’ll rely on your opinion. No pressure if I don’t like it I can gift it to a relative.
Aloha D.,
Short answer - 2 RA units do not make a noticeable difference. In fact, that RA listed is an average. They vary from frame to frame. The Graphite 107 (4 stripes) had a RA range from 63-67. The Phantom 107G is 63-66. NOTE: These are measurements that I've taken on my RDC.
Long answer
The Phantom racquets, known as the "comfort & control" line of Prince frames, do fall within the flexible end of the RA spectrum. However, what makes the racquet feel stable is the Textreme technology.
Although the RA's of the Graphite 107 and Phantom 107G are comparable, there are two other frame specifications that play a role in the "solidness" feel.
* Graphite 107 - Weight (11.9 oz) & Swingweight (311)
* Phantom 107G - Weight (10.8 oz) & Swingweight (291)
With this in mind, here's an example of what my frame specs are after I customize it by adding lead and silicone.
* Phantom 100G (stock) - Weight (10.8 oz) & Swingweight (290)
* Phantom 100G (custom) - Weight (11.2 oz) & Swingweight (310)
Summary
In my opinion, it's worth a shot to pick up a Phantom 107G and if you're able to customize it to your liking, I'm sure it will be a winner! If you would like me to customize one for you, I would be happy to match the current sale price at Tennis Warehouse. Customization is $25 extra and shipping in the US would be about $25.
Where I can buy that string weaver
Aloha Bisayang, Thanks for watching! I listed the StringWeaver website in the video description. 🤙
With this tool it might be better not to use One-Ahead method when weaving, since in pushes strings up and down and let’s you weave easier anyway.
The purpose of One-Ahead method is exactly that- to ease up the passing of cross strings.
By not using One-Ahead method, you will not need to flip tool handle extra times.
Thanks for introduction, I will try to get this tool, looks like it could be handy!
Aloha Vdkotsinyan,
Good observation. 👍 I had the same thought after I posted this video. In fact, it gave me another idea for a Part 2 video! Look for it coming out soon. 🤙