Racquet Stringing Service from $25

 

Professionally trained and Experienced Stringers

Our Stringing Standard and Why bring your Racquets for Re-Stringing

We always use original and authentic strings supplied directly by Yonex and Li Ning manufacturers.(Heaps of fake strings are available in the market for all brand strings including Yonex and Li Ning.

Our string stock is always new stock as we move strings stock very fast. We do not have any old or outdated strings. (After years of old string on self it loses its characteristics and strength. All specials in stores and on the online markets are clearance of very old and non-sellable strings)

Our Stringers are professionally qualified and experienced stringers who understand and play competitive badminton game. Team leader is authorized and certified stringer by Yonex and Li Ning international super-series tournament stringers of world top 10 rankings. (There are numerous local stringers learnt from u-tube and students learning from each other to provide and save you few dollars at the risk of premature string breakage and gradual frame damage or distortion)

We are equipped with top models of Stringing machines and all necessary proper tools used in international tournament stringing. Each machine is valued 15 - 25 k high end models. ( There are numerous machines available in the market starting from $200 to do stringing and some of which are used by many private stringers at homes without also using proper stringing tools)

Every Racquet is initially thoroughly checked and in consideration of the frame quality, grommets quality appropriate string tension is recommended. A racquet goes on the machine only after initial quality check of various aspects of the racquet.

We do special check of all grommets and replace all damaged grommets free of charge. All good grommets are also checked and turned appropriately to give long life for the strings. We carry all types and sizes of grommets in stock to suit any racquets and have the proper grommet turning or replacement tools. (Most personal stringers never check or replace grommets or do not have the right grommets in stock or proper tools to replace which end up damaging the racquets)

We use best practices from Yonex international stringing team and Li Ning international stringing team who provide stringing services to world class players. Both Yonex and Li Ning have their own specific requirements and methods however we use the best out of both brand recommendations. (Many local stringers do not have an understanding at all of the requirements of high professional level stringing requirements

We use specific manufacturer approved knots and stringing patterns, avoid or minimize any knots on the main strings, avoid any string cross overs, use professional tools to handle grommet holes with multiple strings so the the life of string is extended and the strings hold their tension longer than usual.

We use professional tool/meter  to measure tensions on any racquets and provide advise to customers free of charge whether its due for replacement.  We are able to measure the tension of an existing strung racquet and produce another racquet with the same tension. Its extremely important for tournament or competitive players to have multiple identical racquets with the same tension.

We adopt various modified patterns and tensions to various parts of the Racquet to ensure accurate tension at the sweet spot, safety of Racquet frame and ability to hold the tension for longer period and minimize premature breakage. Generally we aim to have 10% more tension to the cross lines however this is custom determined depending on the quality of racquet and the type of strings used.

All payments made are GST inclusive and a GST invoice/receipt will be provided always. 

Ask these questions before you entrust your Racquet to someone for stringing?

What type of machine used? Is it a 200$ one or a professional type? Have you seen the actual machine? or are you giving it to someone who does the stringing from back yard?

Are these strings authentic or fake?  authorized dealer or got from authorized dealer? or purchased online from somewhere cheap? or purchased from overseas from unknown sources?

How old are the strings? are they outdated stock or models? Have these been sitting on shelves too long? Are the strings moving fast enough to ensure fresh stock?

Do the stringer have all professional tools needed? Do they check and replace damaged grommets ? do they adjust grommets to get maximum life? do they have stock of all type/sizes of grommets?

Do you know who the actual stringer is? can you see the actual person doing the stringing or someone unknown does it and bring?  Is the actual stringer experienced and qualified and trained professionally or someone learnt from u-tube and others? does he have any certificate or qualification?

Does the stringer plays and understands the game ? Is he knowledgeable and experienced enough to provide consultancy and appropriate advise depending on the needs of player and the quality of the Racquets.

Is it worth saving a few dollars without having answers to the above or have peace of mind by entrusting your expensive Racquet to professional and enjoy your game?

 

General facts

All strings stretch, like elastic, and therefore from the day your racquet is strung, the strings begin to lose tension (known as creepage in the trade).

Every racquet has a “sweet spot” This is an area on the strings which produces the best results from the contact with a shuttle.

The lower the tension, the bigger the sweet spot. Consequently, beginners need to play with lower tensions as they are more likely to mishit the shuttle. The bigger “optimum hitting area” is therefore essential in their progress in the sport.

As a player becomes more consistent, they do not require such huge sweet spots. Their needs change and they now require a faster “response” off the strings and more power.

As tensions are increased, the sweet spot reduces. A highly accomplished player, who consistently hits the shuttle well, will generate more power and enjoy the benefits of the shuttle travelling faster off the strings. The tighter strings give them more control.

As you can imagine, exceeding recommended limits is potentially dangerous in two ways. Firstly, the racquet frame may crack or shatter due to the significant pressure on it. Second, when you increase tension, you also increase vibration through the racquet which can cause serious injuries.

Is it true that “the tighter the string, the better” or “the tighter the string, the more power you get.”
No, it's not true.
What tension is right for me and my racquet?
String tensions are so personal. We all play a different game, some are power players, some are great tacticians, some have a very broad range of shots, others have limited shots but have mastered them. Essentially we are all different. You need to experiment to find the optimum tension for your style of play. It’s so common for players to boast about playing with super-high tensions and yet their performance will be suffering as a result.

Test to find your optimum tension and string choice.
Once again, this is personal to you and you alone. What’s right for you may be detrimental to your club colleague or partner.

Please do not be fooled by those boasting of extremely high tensions.

So here’s a guide to racquet tensions.

Beginner:        20lbs-22lbs

Intermediate:   22lbs -24lbs

Advanced:       24lbs-27lbs

High performance/national/international: 26lbs – 30lbs

Is there any danger if we do not have the right string tension?

Yes, absolutely.

1. Your racquet may crack or shatter while stringing or playing if you exceed the recommended tension of the manufacturer.
2. When you increase tension, you also increase vibration through the racquet which can injure your arm.

The loss of repulsion characteristics means the player may have to put more power into the shot to get the same power. This may result in tennis elbow, shoulder or neck injuri

High Racquet String Tension (24-30 lbs).

You need to have right skills to get benefit from high tension otherwise it can lead to injury, affects your performance and strings break very often.

Lot of strain on the racquet, which can easily break the racquet frame even with a minor accident/clash.

Strings can break within 2-3 weeks or in few days with a “Mishit”.

Suitable only if you are a wrist/impulse player and have the correct skills.

Low or Medium Racquet Tension (20-24 lbs)

String durability will be much higher and lasts longer period.

Very good for social level play.

Racquet frames have less chance of breakage.

Less control and power

Restringing Policy

The condition of your racket will be examined to determine the suitable stringing tension. However hidden damage cannot be identified or correct tension may not be established.  

We do not take any responsibility for

Damage to the racket/string during or after the restringing if your required tension is higher than the manufacturer’s recommended tension, or if the paint chipped racket may contain hidden and internal damage.

String breakage caused by mishit outside the sweet spot.

Unauthentic racket or personal string.

Aluminum or steel racket may warp for tension greater than 18lbs.

Please remove broken string to prevent the frame from warping.

Premature string breakage??

Only leave the broken string and all the grommets on as proof to claim for replacement and provide the details of the incident if you believe the breakage was caused by an improper job done by our stringer or the quality of the string provided by us. Our experienced stringer will determine if a free replacement can be provided.

Mishit:

where the shuttle cock hits on the top or bottom of the strings near the frame. It’s the most common way of breaking strings. Pattern of mishit: the strands would be similar in length.