What tension should I string my squash racket?

For singles racquets, a high squash racquet string tension (for more control) is 29-30 pounds, an average is 27-28 pounds, and a low tension (for more power) is 25 pounds or less. Hardball doubles racquets are strung at higher tensions (32 or more pounds).

What strings should I use tennis?

Tennis strings are made of natural gut, nylon (multifilament) or polyester (monofilament). Natural gut and nylon strings are best for beginner to intermediate players due to their power and comfort properties while polyester is best for advanced players due to its stiffer, control-oriented properties.

What squash strings do the pros use?

What are the best squash strings on the market? Generally, the two dominant “premium” brands used by most pros are Tecnifibre squash strings and Ashaway squash strings.

How long do Squash Rackets last?

In short, and all other things being equal, a racket for an intermediate, frequent player can last about two to three years. In this case we would consider the player player about two or three times a week and getting his or her racket restrung at least once a month.

Are squash and tennis strings the same?

The tennis and squash strings look so alike that it will take an experienced stringer to tell the differences. For starters, squash strings mostly come in two sizes: 17 and 18 gauges. The distinction goes like this, 18 gauge is thick while the 17 gauge is thicker. The 16 gauge is the thickest.

What squash strings should I use?

Most players choose a string with an intermediate thickness of 1.20 or 1.25 mm. The composition of the string also influences its lifespan. Squash strings made of softer plastics increase your playing comfort considerably, but tend to break faster than stiffer strings made of a harder plastic.

How to restring a squash racket?

Here’s our quick guide to squash racket restringing 1. String tension Every racket comes with a recommended string tension which is sometimes listed on the racket throat. There is a common misconception when choosing squash racket strings that a higher string tension gives greater power; in fact the reverse is true.

What string tension should I use for my squash racket?

Every racket comes with a recommended string tension which is sometimes listed on the racket throat. There is a common misconception when choosing squash racket strings that a higher string tension gives greater power; in fact the reverse is true. A higher or tighter string tension provides less power but increases control.

Do squash rackets have strings?

They do tend to be more commonly used in tennis rackets and can be very costly. Most squash rackets come pre-strung by the manufacturers with synthetic strings and there are several types available i.e. monofilament (one solid piece), multifilament (many pieces intertwined) or nylon.

What size Squash strings do I Need?

Squash strings generally range from 1.10mm – 1.30mm thickness. Thicker strings are available but these are really designed for tennis or racketball rackets. 3. String construction There are different types of string: