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How Often Should I Change or Replace My Tennis Racquet Strings?

13 Mar 2019/10 Comments

One of the most common questions asked about tennis strings is, “how often should they be replaced?” It’s a great question and one that isn’t always given a whole lot of consideration.

The truth is, strings wear down from play, lose their elasticity and tension and ultimately if left too long can have a negative impact on your play. Let’s take a deeper look at why and when you should change your tennis racquet strings.

The Best Tennis Strings for 2019

12 Jan 2019/Start the Conversation

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If you’re in the market for a new set of tennis strings, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve carefully selected 10 of the best tennis strings for 2019 and built this guide to help you find the exact set that fits your needs.

Polyester Tennis Strings - Tennis Racquet Strung With Polys in Background

The Ultimate Guide to Polyester Tennis Strings

26 Nov 2016/1 Comment

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In recent years, polyester tennis strings have surged in popularity as professional players on the ATP and WTA tour have increasingly adopted them as their preferred string.

If you’re looking to learn more about polys, then you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know (and more) about polyester tennis strings.

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Tecnifibre X-One Biphase String Review & Playtest

22 Aug 2016/15 Comments

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X-One Biphase is a premium multifilament string that combines the best of Tecnifibre’s technologies into a single string to produce power, comfort, and gut-like feel.

One of the string’s standout qualities was how comfortable it was to play with. Even strung at a higher tension, X-One Biphase still retains its cloud-like comfort which is great for any players suffering from tennis elbow or simply looking for an all around arm-friendly string.

Tennis String Gauge and Its Impact on Performance

12 Jun 2014/2 Comments

If you’re just getting started with tennis string one of the helpful attributes to understand is tennis string gauge or the thickness of the tennis string and how it impacts performance.

While rather basic in concept many players rarely consider string gauge and therefore don’t fully reap the benefits of stringing their racquet with the best gauge for their level and style of play.

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Natural Gut Strings: The Ultimate Buyers Guide with Our Top Picks

12 Jun 2014/2 Comments

If you’ve been around tennis for a while, you’ve likely heard of natural gut tennis strings, but you may not know a whole lot about them. As the most expensive type of string on the market and a favorite choice among professional tennis players, natural gut is often considered one of the highest quality strings available.

In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about natural gut strings so that you’ll walk away well-versed on the topic. Here’s a quick outline of what we’ll cover – click any of the links to jump straight to that section:

Enhance Your Game with the Right Tennis String Tension

27 Nov 2013/17 Comments

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For many players, tennis string tension is an often overlooked aspect of their tennis racquet. However, the tension in which a player strings their racquet can have a significant impact on the overall performance and feel of their tennis racquet.

A Comprehensive Guide for the Different Types of Tennis String

25 Nov 2013/26 Comments

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Selecting the right tennis strings can be an extremely confusing process. There are a variety of different types of tennis strings, multiple brands to choose from and even when you’ve found a string you like, there are various gauges (the thickness of the tennis string) and a wide range of tensions that you can string your racquet.