Okay, so the other day I realized my tennis racket strings were looking pretty sad. It had been a while, and they were definitely not giving me the performance I needed. I knew it was time to get it restrung, but I had no idea how much it would cost.
I started doing a little digging online. Seems like the price can really vary depending on what kind of string you want and where you get it done. I saw some places saying it could be as low as $15 and others saying it might go up to $75! Most websites said that the average is around $40. That’s a pretty big range, right?
I called up a couple of local sports shops to get some quotes. The first place I called said they charged $19 just for the labor, and then the strings were extra. They told me it usually takes them 3-4 days to get it done. The second shop was a little more expensive, quoting me around $25 for the labor, plus the cost of the strings. They were a bit quicker, though, saying they could have it ready in 2 days.
There are also so many types of strings, and they all have different prices. I play quite a bit, so I figured I should probably invest in some decent strings. I didn’t want to go for the cheapest ones, but I also didn’t need the super fancy professional stuff. Ended up choosing a mid-range synthetic gut string that the guy at the shop recommended. Those set me back another $20.
I ended up going with the first shop, just because I wasn’t in a massive hurry to get it back. I dropped off my racket, chose my string, and talked to the guy about the tension I wanted. We decided on something in the middle, around 55 pounds. He said it would give me a good balance of power and control.
So, how much did it cost me in total to get my tennis racket restrung? Let’s break it down:
- Labor: $19
- Strings: $20
That comes out to a grand total of $39. Not too bad, all things considered. I picked up my racket a few days later, and it felt like a brand new racket! The new strings definitely made a big difference in my game. I was hitting with more power and precision. The guy told me that a regular stringing can boost my performance.
If your strings are looking worn out, it’s probably worth getting your racket restrung. It’s not a huge investment, and it can really improve your game.