Most players put serious thought into which tennis string to buy — but almost nobody thinks about gauge. That’s a missed opportunity. Gauge refers to the thickness of the string, and it has a direct impact on how your racket…
You have booked a court, your shoes are ready, and your strings just snapped at the worst possible time. The first question most people ask is: how long does a restring actually take? The honest answer: the stringing itself takes…
Tennis Elbow Is Common — and Your Strings Might Be Making It Worse If you’ve ever felt that sharp, burning ache on the outside of your elbow after a match, you’re not alone. Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) affects a huge…
Solinco Hyper-G is the most popular string we install at Restring London. Not the most famous, not the most expensive — just the one that players keep coming back for. It has quietly built a reputation as the best all-round…
Your tennis strings don’t need to snap to be finished. In fact, most strings lose a significant chunk of their tension — and with it, their playability — long before they actually break. If you’ve ever felt like your shots…
Babolat RPM Blast is one of the most widely used polyester strings in tennis. It has been the go-to choice for topspin baseliners since Nadal made it famous, and it remains one of the most requested strings we install at…
Tennis racket restringing in the UK typically costs between £15 and £50, depending on who does it, what string is used and whether the price includes the string or just the labour. Most players pay somewhere around £25 to £35…
If your racket jars your arm, feels harsh on impact or leaves your elbow aching after a session, your strings are likely part of the problem. The right string can make tennis dramatically more comfortable without fundamentally changing your game.…
If you want more spin, your strings matter as much as your technique. The shape, texture, gauge and tension of your string all affect how much the ball rotates after it leaves the racket. This guide covers what makes a…
If you are new to tennis or have only been playing for a short time, choosing strings can feel overwhelming. There are dozens of options, confusing brand names and technical terms that do not mean much when you are still…
