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Dan Gaskell
email: dan@advantagestringing.com
316.573.7302 phone
316.773.1383 fax
AS can string your racquetball frames!
Check out my blog for string reviews!
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Racquetball
Today's racquetball frames can have very complicated stringing patterns. That's why I have the stringing patterns to every racquetball frame ever made. Believe me, they can get very compicated! Also, the kind of string you install in your racquetball frame is very important. All the frame technology in the world won't help you if you don't have the proper strings in your racquet.
That's why Advantage Stringing offers a wide array of strings for every playing level and budget. When you visit the racquetball strings page, you'll find racquetball-specific strings and you won't have to settle for strings made specifically for tennis. You'll also find a good selection of racquetball grips.
My many years of experience insures that you'll be receiving the best possible stringing service. My pledge to excellence is shown by obtaining my Master Racquet Technician certification from the United States Racquet Stringer's Association.
Please the other sections of this website for information regarding:
Services Pricing
Order Form
Statement of Services
Pickup/Delivery
Mailing Service
Racquetball String Pricing
These sections are applicable to both tennis and racquetball and should answer any questions you have. If not, check my FAQ section or you can always contact me directly by phone, email or contact form.
When you visit the Services Pricing and Racquetball String Prices pages, you'll see pricing for string, grips and other services.
Here's some help for you in your first steps in deciding your best string for your racquetball frame. The best string for one person is not always the best for everyone. Most of the time, it takes some experimentation with string types as well as tensions before finding that "perfect" string for your racquet and game. Good luck and don't hesitate to contact me for any questions you have.
Thanks in advance for your business!!
String Gauge
There are many factors in deciding your best string for you. For beginning players, racquetball string quality is less important and more durability is key. When you are first learning how to play racquetball, you will be hitting off-center more often which will make the racquetball strings break easier. Using a thicker, stronger type of racquetball string such as a 15 gauge or a strong 16 gauge string will serve you best.
As your skill level improves, you will begin to notice that each racquetball string offers a unique combination of power, durability, and control. Compared to 15 gauge string, 16 gauge string provides more power and control while maintaining some degree of durability.
Open and Pro racquetball tournament players sometimes prefer 17 gauge racquetball string. The thinner 17 gauge gives them maximum power and control, but they sacrifice the durability. If you are a hard-hitter, 17 gauge racquetball strings can easily break with one off-centered hit because of the thickness. Pros often replace their racquet strings every match using 17 gauge.
The thinnest racquetball strings are 18 gauge. If you are a power player, you may break your string every other game you play, or sooner. This string type is ideal for racquetball tournament participants who are soft hitters who rarely break their strings. 18 gauge strings are not recommended for recreational/intermediate players.
As a general rule, the thicker gauge strings (15, 16) offers more durability and less playability and the thinner gauge strings (17, 18) offers more playability with less durability.
Here's a table showing the relationship of thick vs. thin strings
String Tension
The general guidelines about tension are: low tensions produce more power and less control and higher tension produce less power and more control. This is a very general rule and the type of string also plays a part in the power vs. control issue. Slow swinging players may need a softer stringbed that provides more power. Fast swinging players may need a more tighter stringbed to provide more control. These are general guidelines but it's always how a string "feels" and plays for the individual player. Experimentation is the key to finding the right string for you.
Every racquet has a tension range recommended by the racquet manufacturer. When determining what string to evaluate, you should start at the mid-range and work your way up or down, depending on the experience you have. Remember, if you want more power, reduce tension. For more control, increase tension.
Another issue when determining tension is your arm/shoulder condition. If no injury or pain exist, you should feel free to try any tension in the manufacturer's range. However, if there is some pain, you should select a string that is "soft" and/or explore the lower tension range. Lower tension and a softer string reduces the shock and vibration to the arm. Also, if you change racquets, you should experiment with different tensions. Just because you strung your old racquet at 30#, that doesn't mean your new racquet should be the same tension.
String gauge also plays a part in the tension you should consider. Thinner gauge strings are more elastic (think "stretchy") and therefore need a pound or 2 additional tension over the same string at a larger gauge.
Here's a table showing the relationship of higher vs. lower tensions
String Material
Nylon is synthetic gut is nylon. Nylon string makes up the vast majority of the strings sold today. These strings provide a combination of power and control at an affordable price. These strings can also be quite durable as well. Nylon strings are good for beginners and top-level players. They are the best value for the money.
Polyester - a very durable string designed for string breakers-not much power or feel. Polyester strings have become very popular as of late because it provides added durability and doesn't move. Often used in hybrids, combining polyester mains with softer synthetic or natural gut mains. This offers the durability benefits of polyester, while reducing the stiff, dead feel. Not recommended for beginning players or players with arm injuries.
Kevlar - The most durable string available. Kevlar is very stiff and strings up very tight. Therefore, it is usually combined with nylon to reduce the string bed stiffness (Kevlar main strings, nylon cross strings). Still, Kevlar hybrids are the least powerful and least comfortable strings currently available. Players trying kevlar hybrids for the first time (from nylon strings) are recommended to reduce tension by 10% to compensate for the added stiffness. Not recommended for beginners or players with arm injuries.
Zyex - Zyex string offers more rebound efficiency, i.e. gut-like dynamic stiffness, than other synthetic strings, particularly when strung at low tensions. This gives it playability that is more similar to natural gut than other synthetic materials. It also has low overall stiffness. The drawback of Zyex is that the outer wrapping materials in Zyex tennis string tend to be much less durable than the Zyex filaments inside the string and do not bond with them. This can lead to the outer wrapping wearing away, leaving the inner Zyex filaments.
Playability
It’s very difficult to obtain consensus on what makes a string playable. Some players like a crisp, firm playing string while others equate playability with softness and comfort. Generally, a playable string is resilient, which means it snaps back quickly upon ball impact. The material, construction, and thickness of a string will all affect its playability. It's a very subjective thing and specific to each individual player's preferences.
We know that the frame selection seems like everything to you but the type of string you play can make a lot of difference, too. Advantage Stringing is here to help you find that perfect string for you!
Today's racquetball frames can have very complicated stringing patterns. That's why I have the stringing patterns to every racquetball frame ever made. Believe me, they can get very compicated! Also, the kind of string you install in your racquetball frame is very important. All the frame technology in the world won't help you if you don't have the proper strings in your racquet.
That's why Advantage Stringing offers a wide array of strings for every playing level and budget. When you visit the racquetball strings page, you'll find racquetball-specific strings and you won't have to settle for strings made specifically for tennis. You'll also find a good selection of racquetball grips.
My many years of experience insures that you'll be receiving the best possible stringing service. My pledge to excellence is shown by obtaining my Master Racquet Technician certification from the United States Racquet Stringer's Association.
Please the other sections of this website for information regarding:
Services Pricing
Order Form
Statement of Services
Pickup/Delivery
Mailing Service
Racquetball String Pricing
These sections are applicable to both tennis and racquetball and should answer any questions you have. If not, check my FAQ section or you can always contact me directly by phone, email or contact form.
When you visit the Services Pricing and Racquetball String Prices pages, you'll see pricing for string, grips and other services.
Here's some help for you in your first steps in deciding your best string for your racquetball frame. The best string for one person is not always the best for everyone. Most of the time, it takes some experimentation with string types as well as tensions before finding that "perfect" string for your racquet and game. Good luck and don't hesitate to contact me for any questions you have.
Thanks in advance for your business!!
String Gauge
There are many factors in deciding your best string for you. For beginning players, racquetball string quality is less important and more durability is key. When you are first learning how to play racquetball, you will be hitting off-center more often which will make the racquetball strings break easier. Using a thicker, stronger type of racquetball string such as a 15 gauge or a strong 16 gauge string will serve you best.
As your skill level improves, you will begin to notice that each racquetball string offers a unique combination of power, durability, and control. Compared to 15 gauge string, 16 gauge string provides more power and control while maintaining some degree of durability.
Open and Pro racquetball tournament players sometimes prefer 17 gauge racquetball string. The thinner 17 gauge gives them maximum power and control, but they sacrifice the durability. If you are a hard-hitter, 17 gauge racquetball strings can easily break with one off-centered hit because of the thickness. Pros often replace their racquet strings every match using 17 gauge.
The thinnest racquetball strings are 18 gauge. If you are a power player, you may break your string every other game you play, or sooner. This string type is ideal for racquetball tournament participants who are soft hitters who rarely break their strings. 18 gauge strings are not recommended for recreational/intermediate players.
As a general rule, the thicker gauge strings (15, 16) offers more durability and less playability and the thinner gauge strings (17, 18) offers more playability with less durability.
Here's a table showing the relationship of thick vs. thin strings
String Tension
The general guidelines about tension are: low tensions produce more power and less control and higher tension produce less power and more control. This is a very general rule and the type of string also plays a part in the power vs. control issue. Slow swinging players may need a softer stringbed that provides more power. Fast swinging players may need a more tighter stringbed to provide more control. These are general guidelines but it's always how a string "feels" and plays for the individual player. Experimentation is the key to finding the right string for you.
Every racquet has a tension range recommended by the racquet manufacturer. When determining what string to evaluate, you should start at the mid-range and work your way up or down, depending on the experience you have. Remember, if you want more power, reduce tension. For more control, increase tension.
Another issue when determining tension is your arm/shoulder condition. If no injury or pain exist, you should feel free to try any tension in the manufacturer's range. However, if there is some pain, you should select a string that is "soft" and/or explore the lower tension range. Lower tension and a softer string reduces the shock and vibration to the arm. Also, if you change racquets, you should experiment with different tensions. Just because you strung your old racquet at 30#, that doesn't mean your new racquet should be the same tension.
String gauge also plays a part in the tension you should consider. Thinner gauge strings are more elastic (think "stretchy") and therefore need a pound or 2 additional tension over the same string at a larger gauge.
Here's a table showing the relationship of higher vs. lower tensions
String Material
Nylon is synthetic gut is nylon. Nylon string makes up the vast majority of the strings sold today. These strings provide a combination of power and control at an affordable price. These strings can also be quite durable as well. Nylon strings are good for beginners and top-level players. They are the best value for the money.
Polyester - a very durable string designed for string breakers-not much power or feel. Polyester strings have become very popular as of late because it provides added durability and doesn't move. Often used in hybrids, combining polyester mains with softer synthetic or natural gut mains. This offers the durability benefits of polyester, while reducing the stiff, dead feel. Not recommended for beginning players or players with arm injuries.
Kevlar - The most durable string available. Kevlar is very stiff and strings up very tight. Therefore, it is usually combined with nylon to reduce the string bed stiffness (Kevlar main strings, nylon cross strings). Still, Kevlar hybrids are the least powerful and least comfortable strings currently available. Players trying kevlar hybrids for the first time (from nylon strings) are recommended to reduce tension by 10% to compensate for the added stiffness. Not recommended for beginners or players with arm injuries.
Zyex - Zyex string offers more rebound efficiency, i.e. gut-like dynamic stiffness, than other synthetic strings, particularly when strung at low tensions. This gives it playability that is more similar to natural gut than other synthetic materials. It also has low overall stiffness. The drawback of Zyex is that the outer wrapping materials in Zyex tennis string tend to be much less durable than the Zyex filaments inside the string and do not bond with them. This can lead to the outer wrapping wearing away, leaving the inner Zyex filaments.
Playability
It’s very difficult to obtain consensus on what makes a string playable. Some players like a crisp, firm playing string while others equate playability with softness and comfort. Generally, a playable string is resilient, which means it snaps back quickly upon ball impact. The material, construction, and thickness of a string will all affect its playability. It's a very subjective thing and specific to each individual player's preferences.
We know that the frame selection seems like everything to you but the type of string you play can make a lot of difference, too. Advantage Stringing is here to help you find that perfect string for you!
| Tension | Power | Control | Durability | Comfort | Feel |
| Higher | Less | More | Less | Less | Less |
| Lower | More | Less | More | More | More |
| Gauge | Spin | Elasticity | Durability | Comfort | Feel | Power |
| Thicker | Less | Less | More | Less | Less | Less |
| Thinner | More | More | Less | More | More | More |