Buying 1st Stringing Machine

Discussion in 'Badminton Stringing Techniques & Tools' started by NaNo-TiMe, Dec 29, 2008.

  1. NaNo-TiMe

    NaNo-TiMe Regular Member

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    Hi all, i planning to buy my very first stringing machine. I found Eagnas stringing machine, and just want to get some advice if i should buying this machine or not, it is really worth it for $400 AUD.

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    I would not trust those side supports.
     
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    I've bought that exact machine in Australia brand new for approx A$600.
    Are you getting the machine brand new or second hand?

    The side support is not the best, but they are sufficient. As discussed on another thread, good head/throat internal support is more important than good external side support.
    Therefore, I would recommend also getting load spreaders for the head/throat support.

    P.s. the photo you've posted looks like it has tennis clamps... so make sure you get the ones for badminton
     
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    Many stringing machines are made for both Badminton and Tennis

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    Good advice ... Many stringing machines are made for both Badminton and Tennis. So, it is best to make sure that Badminton clamps are included before we buy.
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    This advice is not to be taken lightly ;)
     
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    Keep in mind pete's ultra uber hyper tensioning of 30lbs+ For most mortals of the 20lb realm it could be a decent system. However, i agree those sides look questionable.
     
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    The racquet support is of major importance for badminton and there is a lot said about this item in this threat: http://www.badmintoncentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=49615

    But one thing is for sure this support is not too good for badminton. The supports can not be placed closer to the 12 and 6 o'clock position and they are too close to 3 o'clock for badminton.

    This is a major matter, the closer you get to 3 o'clock the higher the stress in the racquet between the support and 12 o'clock.

    Stringtechno
     
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    yes, it a used machine
     

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