Thank you for all the positive feedback on this tutorial years later. This channel will soon focus on fitness/mental discipline content. If you're into that sort of thing, or if this video was a great help and you just want to support, consider subscribing. Thanks :)

So many videos on youtube showing how to restring the racquet, but yours is the best of them all, very thorough and detailed explanation. Thank you very much for a great work!

@AlanGrandman

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

Awesome video! Even 4 years later! I was able to string my first racquet today! Thank you!!!

@AlanGrandman

9 ай бұрын

Thanks. Hard to believe this was 4 years ago haha.

Thanks to this video I was able to string my first racket today with ease. Thank you so much for the great step by step video!

Ah, the good old faithful x-2, had one of those back in the day. It's simple and never fail, quality built!

@AlanGrandman

4 жыл бұрын

Best there is for the money

Perfect instructions! Just did my first racquet today following you along step by step.

Here is a trick I did - to know when the dropweight is parallel. Place a Spirit Level on the Drop Weight arm until the bubble is level. Use a marker and make a line on top of the rachet gripper, - spanning the silver side to the black side. Voila, the drop weight is parallel when the two lines "line up".

@albochile784

Жыл бұрын

Could you explain in more detail that of the line? since I have this same machine

@rishijai

Жыл бұрын

@@albochile784 Here is a photo of the setup. drive.google.com/file/d/1AVEks9ANcuMH4qgkfsAEd7v08NY5hBZu/view?usp=sharing

Great video- I’m shopping for a stringer now .. very clear and concise instructions- and looks rewarding after it’s all done.

Thanks, this is a great tutorial and really helped me :) Many beginner tutorials like this aren't comprehensive enough, and assume too much of someone just starting out, this one didn't have that problem. IMO this is the best beginner drop weight stringing tutorial out there.

@AlanGrandman

10 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it!

Hi, thanks for putting together such a nice video! I break strings a lot for a recreational players (couple of times a month) but did not having confidence to get into stringing. Watching your video provided me the necessary confidence to buy a Gamma Progression 200. I watched the video again once end to end and went back a bunch of times while on the first racquet and manage to finish within 2 hrs. Thanks!

@AlanGrandman

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Joseph. Glad to hear!

Thank you for these instructions, I've strung 5 rackets on my machine and I frequently go back to this video

@AlanGrandman

4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

Just got a Gamma progression 200 and strung 2 racquets. Saw several videos on KZread but found yours to be the most helpful.thanks for the detailed explanations.

Thanks for the informative video. I dusted out my X2 and strung my first racquet in 10 years. It took me 2h:45m but the job is perfect. I can get it down to 1h.

@AlanGrandman

4 жыл бұрын

It's always an awesome feeling to finish stringing a racquet!

I almost fell asleep so relaxing great video

I think how you start the mains by double pulling on each side will contribute to lower tension on the center mains. The only way to prevent this is to measure the tension loss and then correct it by adding the loss to the tension at the center. So I know that by using a stating clamp, I lose about 3 lbs at the two center mains using a stringometer. I just undo the mains and increase the center tension by 3 lbs. After the completing the stringing, I remeasure the tension across all mains they are now uniform. It is important to keep the tension as uniform as possible. Of course, one could argue that by using vibration dampeners will also cause tension loss at that center mains. This is true, however, if one doesn't try to make the tension uniform, the loss from the dampeners will be much worse. One other thing, my Gamma's drop weight machine is off by +1.5 lbs. So if I'm doing a string job for X weight, I will set the machine to X-1.5 lbs. You can check your machine using a digital luggage weight scale.

@vpatel1631

3 ай бұрын

I was confused as to how the remaining string after you put the first clamp would be tensioned, I guess it just doesn’t get tensioned

Thanks for this tutorial Alan, I’ve got a gamma stringer arriving soon so this is really helpful 👍🏻

Very well done! I'm an old guy who just got an X-2. The instructions provided with the machine are complex and confusing at best. You provide all the essential details but simplify the process so well. It's given me the confidence to start on my backup racquet for practice. I will be revisiting your excellent video often, I am sure, to refresh my memory of the various steps and techniques. Thank you!

Best tutorial on drop weight. Thanks

@AlanGrandman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

I got this same exact stringer and use this vid for reference often. Thanks man!

Thank you very much. The explanations are very clear! Great job!

Excellent video Alan! probably the best video on gamma stringing machine. First I tried to string racquet just with wilson instructions but it was not sufficiently documented for first timers. Your video answered all the questions. Only thing would I have been useful for beginners is instructions on how to use awl. I struggled a lot on the last gommet to get the string through as it was blocked by mains string. I did not realize that you could use awl for such a situation until I was done. Oh well. next time. But thanks a lot for the video!

Very clear, fully understand now! Thanks!

Thank you! Was helpful as a refresher for me getting back into stringing.

Thank you so much for this video! I was just gifted one of these and the manual was confusing, but your video was very clear and straightforward. I now have my first racket successfully strung!

@AlanGrandman

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

One of the best explanation. Thanks man.

@AlanGrandman

3 жыл бұрын

Np man. Glad to help!

Thanks Alan! You video helped me to successfully restring my racquetball racket!

Thank you very much for uploading this!! I followed your instructions and I got it right from the first time… god bless you 👏🏼

@AlanGrandman

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thank you!

thank you Alan. Your video very good. Will string a racket soon following your video

This guy is so fantastic, you are so good, thanks for lesen me how to restring, thank you mate

Good to see you’re picking up some useful skills while in the witness protection program 😂 honestly, great tutorial. Thank you

@Kai-gj3ji

2 жыл бұрын

This has me rolling 😂😂

@boson7354

2 жыл бұрын

🤣 🤣 🤣

this is the best one for teaching how to string

Excellent video and very well instructed. Thanks a lot!

@AlanGrandman

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Awesome job young man. take care.

Thank you. Great stringing tutoring. 👍🙏

Thank you very much for the step-by-step instructions. Really appreciate you taking the time to walk me through this process thoroughly. I will be doing my first racket today and I am sure because of your video and instructions I will be successful.

Thanks so much for taking the time to make this video - clear, well explained and helpful.

@AlanGrandman

5 жыл бұрын

No problem. Appreciate the feedback.

Thank you so much great demo; I learned to restring now.

Great vid man, your a life saver. 👍

Goat! couldn’t understand it until this video

Another tip, instead of trying to jam the clamp up from underneath on the first/second cross, clamp from the top down so the mounting platform isn’t in the way 👍

Good demo.

Thanks Alan. Good job. Thinking of getting this machine but I was afraid it would be too involved. I can see now it is quite doable. If you ever redo the video it might be a nice intro to explain the reasons why you might want to string your own - is is just convenience, do you save a lot of money in the long term etc etc.

That's very good tutorial! I feel I can start to string racquet now. :) Thanks!

@AlanGrandman

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thanks for sharing this how-to! I might invest in a stringer considering I break the strings so often.

Very nicely done, thank you

So helpful buddy, thanks!😍👍

Thanks. I learned from your video

Thanks, Alan, excellent video. Easily the best video for those who are starting out on inexpensive machines. My first attempt ended when I broke a string when the drop weight bounced. The second attempt went flawlessly. My only comment is that you didn't cover how to get the cross strings through the grommets that were covered by the mains. I'm not sure this is correct or not, but I used an awl to move the mains enough to get the cross string through.

@AlanGrandman

4 жыл бұрын

You got it. That's the best way!

Man I have been stringing for nearly two decades but only used a drop weight for the last three years after a friend gifted one to me. I didn't realize how many quirks there were to it

@AlanGrandman

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it's a lot easier to go from drop weight to electric then the other way around.

Awesome video bro it was so helpful

great video

Thanks a million for posting this video! It has helped me more than any other videos I've found.

@AlanGrandman

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words!

@tennispunk2

4 жыл бұрын

Alan is trying his best but he is far from being a professional at this time. This is not a good way to string. A lot of his procedures are very harmful to the frame.

Try putting a little bit of slack on the string before you put it in the clutch, you'll be able to build tension better and get a more accurate overall result. Good vid though, very helpful for people using this type of drop weight. 👍🏻

@Mindset4Excellence

Жыл бұрын

True. And this is more of a concern with poly strings which stretch less than multifilament.

Thanks Alan, just got my new gamma X 2 needed to see how to start the main strings. Have to put it together out of the box and see how it goes..

@tennispunk2

4 жыл бұрын

There is a much better way to start. Starting like in the video will not give you the desired tension for the center mains. The dynamic tension will be lower than the reference tension.

@rishijai

4 жыл бұрын

@@tennispunk2 I actually string 2 mains at once with the X2. I can't tell the difference. I string 2 crosses then 1 cross to change the pulling direction. I don't string one at a time.

@Sokeresa

3 жыл бұрын

@@tennispunk2 is there a video on how to start mains differently with flying clamps

Nice video! Was very helpful

@AlanGrandman

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear!

Very good video, I would like to have a string machine, but in Brazil it is difficult to have one. Thanks you

Omg, thank you!!! I was looking for this video!

@AlanGrandman

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Great instructions, only issue i encounter was about the length of the string. 17 times racquet head is not enough for 100in2 head size. 19 times is the right length!

The BEST!!!!

Thank you.

Thank you so much

@AlanGrandman

9 ай бұрын

You're most welcome

Thanks for this great video. I am a beginner and have a similar counterweight machine. I feel that a lot of tension is lost when doing the not. I find it hard to maintain some tensions between the clamp and the knot? Am I doing this something wrong? Is there a trick to reduce the loss of tension? Would the 2 knots technique help in this regard? thanks again for this video and looking forward to hearing from any advice.

Having strung well over 100 racquets with this model stringing machine I commend you for putting up the how to video, BUT the viewer needs to know several very important details have been left out. Watch the other videos on this stringer available before you start and read the manual that comes with the stringer. Practice with a cheap string starting out. Knots, string length, one piece vs two piece all do matter as well as tie off points. Find the manufacturers stringing pattern instructions for your racquet. Details matter across all the racquet brands.

I've got a Klippermate and glad of it: my flying clamps totally rock compared to Gamma. I'd advise buying different flying clamps, works easier this way.

thank you

Insightful

@AlanGrandman

Жыл бұрын

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Hey great video. Clear instructions. Well done man. One question: with a hybrid which one goes as mains and which as crosses? I'm using ashaway crossfire 17g poly and aramid on a 2006 babolat aero pure drive plus. Thanks.

@AlanGrandman

5 жыл бұрын

Appreciate you. It's whatever you prefer. If you want more spin go with the poly in the mains. If you want better feel go with the aramid in the mains.

My far the best video I have seen on how to string your racquet. Very clear, well explained and video/Audio is very clear. Great job!!! I need to know how to string from the top. Is it any different?

@AlanGrandman

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Appreciate the kind words. What do you mean by stringing from the top? Do you mean clamping on top rather then having the clamps be floating?

Great instructional vid man! If I had an extra starting clamp (in addition to the 2 flying clamps) can I go ahead and tension the first main? Instead of pulling tension on essentially the 3rd main?

@AlanGrandman

4 жыл бұрын

I believe that should work if the starting clamp is attached to the machine. If not I am unsure. I personally don't use starting clamps.

Great video! is there a reason you go through two lines before pulling the first weight on crosses?

Super HElpful!

Awesome video! Simple and covering the info we should know when stringing a racket. Have you tried the 6 point mounting system machine? If so, what are the advantages/disadvanteges between the two models.

@AlanGrandman

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I have. The 6 point mounting system keeps the tensions on the racquet way more evenly distributed so its better for the frame. Most 6 points are electric so you would be able to get the string job done a lot faster. With an electric machine, I am able to complete the job in about 20-25 minutes but with this stringer, it takes me about 40-45 minutes.

@tennispunk2

4 жыл бұрын

A 6-point mounting system has nothing to do with getting better tension distribution. It is just for better support to hold the frame to keep it from distorting.

@jordann5606

3 жыл бұрын

@@tennispunk2 yes, as Alan says, the racket (not string) is more evenly distributed and 6-pt support is better for the frame (shouldn't make a difference for the strings).

I lost the knobs that you put over the clamps. do you know where i can buy them and what are they called

Is there a technique to tension the first 2 mains with a drop weight as opposed to your method of pulling tension on the 3rd and 4th mains. Wouldn't the tension of the 1st and 2nd main be inaccurate?

Thanks please what do you do if your drop weight remains highly above parallel after dropping

Many thanks.. very clear!! Two points holding is ok or it can damage the frame? I would like ti buy your same machine.. and string only for my self.. what do you suggest to me? Thanks Alessandro

@AlanGrandman

3 жыл бұрын

Two-point works well. My frames have never been damaged from it.

i would buy it..do you think is good for a recreational player like me?

Thanks so much for tutorial, very clear instructions. Is it normal if the strings "sound" when picked different while doing the mains and after knotting them up?

@AlanGrandman

Жыл бұрын

Yes when just the mains are on they sound almost like an instrument

Hey man! Great video! I only have 1 question: Are there any defferences if I put the string more than one time arround the round-head? Because sometimes the string slides a bit if I only do it one time. Thanks!

@Stellarffxi

Жыл бұрын

Don't see why it would make any difference personally

Do you find that the tension comes out accurate?

I don't think you are supposed to bounce the weight up and down like that. Just let gravity do the work and lower the weight gently, then adjust as needed. Otherwise very informative.

@lydavy

5 жыл бұрын

So is this confirmed?

@tennispunk2

4 жыл бұрын

Yes that is correct. You should not allow the weight to bounce like that.

@bsrichman

3 жыл бұрын

Letting the dropweight bounce can lead to snapped strings, even potentially damage to the frame. Also inconsistent pre-stretching across the string bed.

@ludwigslughole9403

3 жыл бұрын

That's exactly what you're meant to do. I started on one of these type machines and was taught by a very experienced pro stringer. I strung on it for many years. In this video he correctly demonstrated that you arrive at the correct tension by gently bouncing the weight to get to the point where the arm is parallel to the ground.

Very nice tutorial man. The clearest one I've seen so far. How do you like that machine? Is this the one you'd recommend if I'm just going to be stringing my racquets at home or are there others that are better?

@AlanGrandman

2 жыл бұрын

This is the best one for the price in my opinion!

@mplslawnguy3389

2 жыл бұрын

@@AlanGrandman I ended up buying one last year and it works perfectly. You're correct, for the money, you can't beat it. It's already paid for itself many times over.

@AlanGrandman

2 жыл бұрын

@@mplslawnguy3389 Glad to hear!

I’m trying to compare this to the Klippermate and decide which to purchase. I know Klippermate is made in USA with a lifetime warrants and Gamaa made in Taiwan with a 5 year warranty. Any advice?

The advantage of getting the X series gamma stringers is that it never rusts because it's made from aluminum alloy. The Progression series rusts over the years as its made of steel.

Hey I am a beginner stringer and I learned from you video. Thanks for the awesome video! I strung three multi by following the steps you took and there were no problems, however I was string 4g soft the other night and the weight wouldn’t go down it seemed like the string was not elastic at all so I had to force the weight down and it led to a bad pop.. I don’t understand how it happens..do you have some idea about it?

@AlanGrandman

2 жыл бұрын

Hi. For some reason didn't see your comment earlier. Might be too late for a response but I'm not sure why that particular string has the issue. The tension on the machine might be set as too high but am not certain.

Hi! I have the same machine and I am currently working on my 2nd racket- the tensioner was horizontal as instructed and then made a loud ‘ping’ noise and the string came undone. Next, the strings were losing tension and the clamps were moving up and down the racket which never happened before. What does this mean? Is the machine broken in some way? Stressing over this a lot. Thanks

Your weight went dropped every time you pulled tension. What do you do when the weight does not drop or drops little, so it doesn't get close to parallel. It happened to me today as I strung so I made some adjustments to the area where I was clamping and at some points just moved on without it being parallel. I'm pretty sure my tension is all mixed up on this round but I'm still going to play with it and see if it's playable. For future use, what do you do? I read somewhere that you start the weight not 90% but closer to parallel so it doesn't have to drop as much, or even start below parallel and crank it up as necessary. What does it mean when this happens and what would you do?

Is this stringer basically the same as the klippermate?

My X2 is 13 years old and still works perfectly.

@AlanGrandman

4 жыл бұрын

It's a sturdy piece of equipment!

@rishijai

4 жыл бұрын

@@AlanGrandman The drop-weight model lasts forever.

Great video! Is the two point mounting system fine? I've read online that it can cause the frame to twist, so was wondering if it is worth paying extra for the 6 point system?

@AlanGrandman

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Up to you. I found my racquets are still perfect after using the two. The 6 might have a couple benefits though.

@TheFlyingChicken69

4 жыл бұрын

@@AlanGrandman great, thanks for replying! I ended up choosing the two point machine, looking forward to getting started!

@chamzhao7108

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheFlyingChicken69 It really depends on the racquet. I strung my friends Wilson Blade 98 and it warped the frame. Made it like .30 inches shorter and a little more wide as well. I use the head radical graphene xt and it doesn't warp the frames.

What happens if you go to drop the weight and it is already too much tension?

Great video I seem to loose tension in the 2 middle strings and once I tie off the mains it is really noticeable. I have 2 Gamma floating Clamps which I have sep quite tight. Any possible tips? Also if I had a Gamma starting clamp might it give a better end result? I pull at 57lbs and end up with 47lbs once complete according to tennis tension app..... Sorry for all the questions!

@AlanGrandman

4 жыл бұрын

Hello and thank you! I am unsure of individual string tensions since I don't have an app to measure them, however, after a day of hitting on the court, the string bed tends to level out, and the tensions become even across the frame. This is just something I have observed. Flying clamps will always be disadvantageous in comparison to mounted clamps.

@stephenkeppie1308

4 жыл бұрын

@@AlanGrandman fantastic information thanks!

great video Alan! A question- sometimes on the cross strings the drop weight arm stays above parallel so I think the crosses are over tension-ed; any thoughts on what I might be going wrong?

@AlanGrandman

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Glenn. This happens to me as well. I usually just keep lifting it by little increments and that seems to do the trick in making it horizontal.

@pbillings808

3 жыл бұрын

Both above and below horizontal are under tensioned. Just the way the physics work out with a shorter lever arm for gravity. If it's substantially above, try to raise the arm and release the string from the tensioner. Make smaller adjustments next time.

What is the distance for winder support standing from the corner? You seemed to be putting about 3 inches from the start

does this give accurate tension like the expensive machines ?

Can you give me the link to your racquet stringing machine

Quick question, I.have the x2 but cant get the clamp to fit the first 2 crosses on Wilson pro staff 97 16x19 I saw you had a bit of trouble as well. Thanks

@AlanGrandman

4 жыл бұрын

You really have to use some strength to get it on.

Which hole do you use to tie the cross knot?

Would you say there's any difference in getting this one or the Klippermate?

@AlanGrandman

5 жыл бұрын

Never used a Klippermate but I've heard good things about them as well.

Is there a better way to measure the string before starting ? I am not using reels, I followed your advice on measuring and I ran out of string for the last cross and couldn’t pull tension on the last cross I completed, I was stringing a 18x20 with a gamma 17 that came with the gamma x2 machine.

@rishijai

3 жыл бұрын

If you are using poly or monofilament, you may need to add a foot as it doesnt stretch much.