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Why Learn This?

Professional restringing labour typically costs £20-£30 per racket. By stringing yourself, you only pay for the string.

Long-Term Investment: While machines cost upfront, you save significant money over the years by avoiding labour fees every 6 months.
Side Hustle: Master the skill and charge friends or club members to string their rackets!

What You Need

  • Stringing Machine: Drop-weight (cheaper) or Crank (faster). Starts at ~£200.
  • Pliers & Cutters: For pulling knots and trimming string.
  • String Set: 40ft (12m) of your chosen string.
1

Mount the Racket

Secure the racket on the stringing machine at 6 or 12 points. Ensure it is firm but not overtightened to prevent warping specifically at the head and throat.

2

Measure & Start Mains

Measure ~40ft of string (or cut precisely if using hybrid). Start the Mains at the center loop (throat or head depending on racket) and tension outward symmetrically.

3

Weave the Crosses

Tie off the mains. Start weaving crosses (Over-Under-Over). Pull cross strings through carefully to avoid friction burn. Tension each cross string individually.

4

Tie Knots

Tie off the final cross string using a Parnell or Starting Knot. Trim excess string. Straighten the strings with a setting tool for a perfect finish.