This time, the first 3 installed cross strings were pulled at 65 lbs. Then the next 8 at 46 lbs and the last 3 at 65 lbs again.
To ascertain whether the difference in tension would eventually even out in the cross strings, I marked a straight line down from tip to throat on the cross strings in red BEFORE the clamps are removed. Any significant cross strings tension movements should make the line crooked.
To recap, I was trying to:
- obtain a lot more spin
- maintain or increase comfort of the stringbed
- maintain a predictable stringbed with good control
Playtest:
- the tension holding was completely beyond my expectations, the red line did not move at all
- sweet spot hits were very soft and comfortable with excellent control and spin
- off sweetspots hits near the top felt harsh as the tension did not even out as expected
- i think this method of stringing crosses is worth exploring further
- below pic is after playing (I straightened out the main strings)
4th Jan 2013 update:
- below pic is after 4+ hours of play and 8 days after stringing --> red line is still straight!!!
Strings:
Pro Supex Black Fusion 1.19mm mains @ 48 lbs (from JET method)
Pro Supex Synthetic Gut Spiral Flex 1.30mm cross @ 65-46-65 lbs
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