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IntroductionIt's one of the most common questions we hear at Equip Sports: "My strings haven't broken — do I still need to restring?"Yes. Almost certainly yes.Strings don't have to snap to be dead. In fact, most recreational players are playing with strings that have lost so much tension they're actively working against their game — and they don't even know it.Here's everything you need to know about restringing, from our team of specialists in Belfast.Why Do Strings Need Replacing?When strings are freshly strung, they're at their optimal tension — responsive, lively, and consistent. Over time, two things happen: Tension loss: Strings lose tension from the moment they're strung. A racket strung at 55 lbs can drop to 45 lbs within...

IntroductionString tension is one of the most misunderstood aspects of tennis equipment — and one of the most impactful. Get it right and your racket feels alive. Get it wrong and you'll be fighting your own equipment every time you step on court.At Equip Sports, we've been stringing rackets in Belfast since 2005, and tension is the question we get asked most. Here's everything you need to know.What Does String Tension Actually Do?String tension is measured in pounds (lbs) or kilograms (kg). Most rackets are strung between 45–65 lbs (20–29 kg), though the ideal range varies by racket and player.Here's the key principle that surprises most players: Lower tension = more power, less control Higher tension = more control, less...