Strings lose tension from the moment they are strung. Even if they do not break, they go dead, losing elasticity, spin potential, and feel.
Restring as many times per year as you play per week. Play 3 times a week? Restring 3 times a year.
| String Type | Typical Life |
|---|---|
| Natural gut | 15-25 hours |
| Polyester | 12-20 hours |
| Multifilament | 10-16 hours |
| Synthetic gut | 12-18 hours |
Important: Polyester strings should be replaced based on hours played, not whether they break. Poly goes dead well before it snaps.
We calculate your exact restring frequency based on your string type and hours per week.
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