In cold weather, it's important to look after your string.

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Avoid storing your racket in a cold car or locker. Cold string becomes less elastic and is therefore more likely to snap when you start playing, particularly during powerful shots or after a mishit.

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Think of Blu Tack. When it's cold it snaps easily, but once warmed it stretches much more without breaking. Racket strings behave in a similar ray. Just as warming helps reduce the risk of muscle injuries, allowing your string to warm up can reduce the chance of premature breakage.

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Whenever possible, keep your racket indoors at home and spend a few minutes warming up before playing at full intensity.

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Many players gently warm the strings by rubbing them with their hands before play.

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Keep your racket in its cover whenever possible, especially during colder weather.

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​​​​It is advisable to store your racket at home and have a gentle warm up game before diving in.

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Use the racket cover if you have one.

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During the winter months, each restrung racket is supplied with a complimentary cold weather string care leaflet.

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