How to Restring a Racquetball Racquet

Restringing a racquetball racquet will give life back in to your racquet and your game. If you play often, restringing your racquet will save you time and money. With the use of a good stringing machine and proper technique, you will keep your racquet strings fresh and ready for the match.

Things You'll Need

  • Stringing machine
  • Tools
  • String
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Instructions

    • 1

      Choose a stringing machine that fits your budget. Good stringing machines cost $500 to $1,000. The more expensive the machine, the better quality string job you will get. Read the instructions to become familiar with how to use the machine.

    • 2

      Using clippers, cut out the old strings. Take note of the string pattern as every racquetball racquet has a different pattern. You can also contact the racquet manufacturer for the correct pattern.

    • 3

      Select your string. If you break strings often, use a 16-gauge string; otherwise, a 17-gauge string will do and will give you more bite on the ball.

    • 4

      Properly mount the racquet on the machine, use the correct stringing pattern, use the correct tension and string to completion.

    • 5

      If you choose not to do this yourself, locate a certified stringer through the United States Racquet Stringers Association (USRSA) website.