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STRINGING
MANUAL
MESH POCKET
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT BY THE WORLD’S BEST LACROSSE PLAYERS
MESH INSTALLATION
GETTING STARTED
T
he Stringing Manual teaches the art of stringing lacrosse sticks. At first, the instructions
may seem complicated, but if you follow this guide closely, you will be able to string your
stick easily and effectively. If you study this guide thoroughly and practice your stringing,
you will eventually be able to string the perfect stick every time, even without referring to the
guide. The goal of the Stringing Manual is to provide lacrosse players with the knowledge
and skills to create the pocket that will best suit their needs.
ATTACH MESH
TO SCOOP
step 1
t h e h i tch k n ot
photo 1
Figure 2
scoop holes
1
2
3
4
sidewall holes
1
r ow
3
1
2
PREPARE YOUR MESH
BY FOLDING OVER THE
FIRST ROW OF HOLES
SO THAT THEY OVERLAP
THE THIRD ROW.
Figure 1
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4
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5
7
8
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t h e h i tch k n ot
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2
3
throat holes
1. recommended tools:
Scissors and long-nose pliers to help grab and pull strings tight.
2. identifying the types of string:
The nylon string is smooth and shiny. The sidewall
strings are rougher and duller. The shooting laces and Players Pocket Lace are flat like shoelaces.
3. useful knots:
The hitch knot and the figure 8 knot.
4. positioning your unstrung head:
It is easiest to string while facing the back of the
stick. Figure 1 shows the back of a stick with the holes labeled by number so that it is easy to
follow along with the instructions.
5. preparing the mesh:
Stretch the mesh apart at the top, and fold the first row of holes
down so that they line up with the third row as shown in figure 2. Having the rougher side of the
mesh on the inside of the pocket provides more grab on the ball. Determine the rougher side
and make sure you fold the mesh over on the smoother side.
HOLE 1
photo 2
HOLE 4
HOLE 6
HOLE 8
HOLE 9
HOLE 2
Figure 3
step 1: attach mesh to scoop
Using scissors, cut the nylon string into equal
halves. It is easiest to lead your stringing with the
tipped end of each string. Loop one of the strings through mesh hole #1 and sidewall hole #1,
and secure with a hitch knot. Run string through scoop hole #1, back under the scoop, and
up through mesh hole #2. After wrapping string around itself, repeat this process as figure 3
illustrates. Be sure to go through mesh holes #4, #6, #8, and #9 so that the pocket is even. Make
sure to go back and tighten the string throughout the scoop and tie off securely at the other
sidewall hole #1 with a hitch knot. To reinforce the mesh-scoop attachment, send the other
string through exactly the same way, as shown in photo 2.
step 2: attach mesh to sidewalls
With the end tied off with a figure 8 knot, feed sidewall string through sidewall hole #3. For
hard mesh, send the string down through two mesh holes and into the inside
of sidewall hole #4. Wrap string around itself and
step 2
then proceed downward, repeating the process
for sidewall holes #5 and #6. For sidewall holes #7,
#8, and #9, loop the string through only one mesh
hole at a time, as photo 3 shows.
For soft mesh, do the same general
attachment, but alternate between one
and two mesh holes at a time. After
reaching sidewall hole #9, go back and
tighten the sidewall string to keep the
mesh close to the sidewall, as photo
4 illustrates, and tie off with a figure
8 knot. Repeat this
process for the
other sidewall,
but remember
Figure 4
that the spacing
fi gu r e 8 k n ot
of the sidewall
string and mesh
holes should be
the same for both
photo 3
sides to ensure a
symmetrical pocket.
ATTACH MESH
TO SIDEWALL
photo 4
MESH INSTALLATION
THROWING STRING INSTALLATION
INSTALL SHOOTING
LACE
step 4
ATTACH MESH
TO THROAT step 3
photo 5
photo 7
Figure 5
photo 10
photo 8
photo 9
photo 6
step 3: attach mesh to throat
Feed the bottom portion of the sidewall string into sidewall hole #10 and then back out throat
hole #1. With the pocket slightly punched in, run the string up through mesh hole #2 in the row
of mesh holes just above the lower ridge of the head as shown in figure 5. Staying in the same
row of mesh holes, run string into mesh hole #4 and down through throat hole #2. Repeat steps
with the other sidewall string, going through mesh holes #9 and #7 of the same row. Finally, tie
strings off with a two-string figure 8 knot as photo 6 illustrates.
step 4: install shooting lace
Through sidewall hole #2, tie a hitch knot with the end of a shooting lace. Take the other end
and run it across the back of the mesh (without twisting it), and insert it in the outside of the
opposite sidewall hole #2. Wrap the lace around itself while going in and out of the mesh holes
of alternating rows. The lace should remain between the same two mesh rows all the way across
the pocket. When reaching the sidewall, tie off with hitch knot. Repeat the steps two mesh
rows down, but instead of fastening lace to the sidewall holes, fasten it to the sidewall strings
with figure 8 knots as photos 7-10 illustrate. The top shooting lace should be fairly tight and the
bottom one should be slightly looser.
POCKET INSTALLATION
POCKET INSTALLATION
INSTALL PLAYERS
POCKET LACE step 5
photo 15
step 6
INSERT BALL IN
BACK OF NET!
photo 12
photo 14
final pocket
photo 16
final touches:
photo 11
photo 13
step 5: install players pocket lace
Beginning just below sidewall hole #7, weave the lace through the mesh at a diagonal angle, as
photo 11 shows. It is important to keep the lace flat while weaving it through the mesh. When
reaching one mesh row below the bottom shooting lace, make sure that you are in the exact
middle of the pocket (four mesh holes on either side). Start weaving the lace back down the
other side so that an upside-down V is formed. It is very important that the point of the V is
perfectly centered, and that the lace is symmetrical. After reaching the last mesh hole, wrap the
lace around the sidewall string and begin weaving the lace back up the V while at the same time
wrapping it around the existing string. Try to keep the Players Pocket lace flat when wrapping it
around itself and weaving it through the mesh holes. After completing the Players Pocket Lace,
tie the ends of the lace to the sidewall string with figure 8 knots.
1. The ball-stop: Peel the backing off, and with the wider side toward the front, stick the stop to
the middle of the throat section.
2. Screw head onto handle, but before inserting screw, make sure that the head is all the way on
the handle and that the screw holes line up.
3. Cut off excess string and mesh hanging from head, but leave 1-2 inches for knot and
adjustment purposes. To avoid fraying, either tie or tape the ends of string.
Breaking in your pocket: Use a Pocket Pounder to break in the pocket. Mesh is designed to
expand to the desired depth simply through repeatedly beating in the pocket from the front
and the back. If, after you have done this, you desire a deeper pocket still, loosen the sidewall
strings at the throat. In order to get a feel for how the stick throws, practice against a wall
or with a friend. If the ball hooks off the bottom of the scoop, you may need to tighten the
shooting laces. Adjusting the tension of the shooting laces and the Players Pocket Lace will give
you the pocket that best suits your needs.
4. You’re Done! Now Go Kick Some @ss!
pocket pounder™
INTRODUCTION
This tutorial is designed to teach you the basics of stringing
a mesh pocket into a lacrosse head. At first, the thought of
stringing up your own stick may be intimidating but by closely
following this manual and taking your time you will learn to
string the perfect stick time and time again. The more sticks
you string, the better you will become and eventually you will be
able to string heads without even referencing these instructions!
Knowing how to string and maintain your own stick is an
important skill to ensure that you are playing with a stick that
will best suit your needs and these step-by-step instructions are
designed to give you those skills.
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USEFUL TOOLS
Scissors, Needle-nose plyers and a lighter will make stringing
any lacrosse stick easier. Always check with your parents and or
guardian before using any tools – Especially lighters!
IDENTIFYING THE MATERIALS
Mesh Piece – The Warrior Mesh Piece used in this manual
has 10 diamond shaped holes per row.
Shooter Laces – These 3 flat laces are similar to a lace that
you would see in a hockey skate.
Top Strings – These 2 strings are the thicker of the two cord
style strings in the mesh kit. They are longer and have a
tighter weave on the exterior than the sidewall strings.
Sidewall Strings – These two strings are shorter and thinner
than the top strings. The outside of this string has a more
coarse wider weaved finish.
Lacrosse Head – Warrior lacrosse heads are top of the line
and have all the string holes needed for successful stringing
with this manual.
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FOLDING THE MESH
Stretch the mesh out by pulling
both sides of the piece firmly
throughout the entire width of
the mesh.
Fold one end of the mesh
over so that the first and
third rows of 10 diamonds
overlap each other.
BACK
OF THE
HEAD
Keep the flap from the fold on the back of the head, and
use the rough side of the mesh towards the front of the
head where the ball would sit.
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TOP STRING
Take one of the thicker nylon top
strings; make a knot in the end.
Push the un-knotted end of
the top string through the
top stringing hole on the
head and through the first
diamond on the top row of
mesh from front to back.
∆
KNOT
Loop the top string back to
the outside of the head then
through the same stringing
and mesh holes used in
step 2. Be sure to pull this
tight - this will lock the top
corner of the mesh securely
to the head of the stick.
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TOP STRING (CONTINUED)
From the back of the head, put
the top string through the first
large hole on the scoop and
back through the front of the
second set of diamonds in the
folded mesh and to the left of
the top string going through
the scoop.
Repeat step 4, tying the top string across the top of the head
eventually making your way across the scoop.
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TOP STRING (CONTINUED)
Finish the top string by looping the string through the last row
of mesh and around the plastic and back through the top hole
like you started.
Pull the top string tight and tie a knot as close to the
plastic as possible, cut and save the leftover for the
bottom string.
KNOT
∆
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SIDEWALL STRINGS
Similar to starting the top string,
make a knot in the sidewall
string and feed it through
the top sidewall hole.
∆
KNOT
Loop the sidewall string through the mesh and back through the
sidewall hole like the top string.
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SIDEWALL STRINGS (CONTINUED)
Feed the sidewall string through the next mesh hole, outside
of the next sidewall hole, and back around on the inside so the
sidewall string crosses over itself.
Continue to loop the rows of
mesh and sidewalls together
using the sidewall string as in
steps 2 and 3 until you get to
the last holes.
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SIDEWALL STRINGS (CONTINUED)
At the bottom, bring the
sidewall string from the
back, through the last
desired diamond of mesh.
Feed the sidewall string
inside out through the
bottom sidewall hole and
tie a knot as close to the
plastic as possible.
∆
KNOT
Repeat these sidewall string directions on the other sidewall.
Keep the sidewalls symmetrical and tight to ensure a
consistent pocket!
In some cases, holes should be skipped to get a desired
pocket shape.
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BOTTOM STRING
If you haven’t already done so:
cut the leftover piece off the top
string, this will be our bottom string.
Tie a knot at one end. From the
bottom, feed the string up through
the second hole from the left of
the bottom holes, and back down
through the first.
∆
KNOT
∆
KNOT
Next, starting from the front,
weave the bottom string all
the way across the highest
row of 10 diamonds that is not
used by the sidewall strings.
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BOTTOM STRING (CONTINUED)
Continue to weave the
bottom string across
the mesh.
Finish the bottom
string by feeding it
through the bottom
of the 4th hole on
the bottom and back
through the inside of
the 3rd hole and tie it
off with a knot.
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NYLON SHOOTING STRING
We will refer to the second piece of top
string as the nylon shooting string. Feed
one end of the string through an open
sidewall hole or around the sidewall string.
Pull the nylon shooting string and fold it in
half so there are two equal halves on either
side of the hole/string.
Start by weaving one end of the
nylon shooting string through the
desired hole of mesh going over
and under in between diamonds.
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NYLON SHOOTING STRING (CONTINUED)
With the second length of nylon
shooting string, weave along the same
row of diamonds being sure to go over
and under the first piece of string.
Take both ends of
the nylon shooting
string and tie them
together. This should
be adjusted to get the
desired pocket.
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SHOOTER LACE - STRAIGHT
Start by putting a shooter lace
through the side hole of the mesh
below the nylon shooting string and
wrapping it around the sidewall
string. Pull both ends of the shooter
lace so that the sidewall
string and mesh loop are in
the middle.
Begin by weaving one side of the
shooter lace through the row of
mesh across the entire piece and
to the other sidewall.
Using the other side of the shooter
lace, weave across the same row.
This time, go opposite and cover
the entire row of mesh. If you
started by going under, this time
go over. It is also important
go enter high and come
back low.
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SHOOTER LACE - U
Begin the U shooter lace like the straight
shooter lace and the nylon shooting
string with two equal lengths around the
sidewall. To locate the starting point,
find your desired height and follow the
diamonds down to the sidewall.
Using the row that you just
followed, weave one length
of the U shooter lace up a
diagonal row of diamonds,
across, and then back
down. Ensure that your U
is symmetrical by counting
the number of diamonds to
each side.
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SHOOTER LACE - U (CONTINUED)
Weave the other length
of the U shooter lace
over and under like you
did with the straight
shooter lace.
Follow this up, over and down
to complete your U shape.
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FINISHING TOUCHES
To finish your stick, tie off all shooting strings to a desired tension.
The lowest should be the loosest and they should get gradually
tighter towards the scoop. The tension of the shooting strings will
help control the amount of ‘whip’ a stick has.
Your string kit should include a ball stop. Peel off the back
and place the foam piece in the middle of the throat –
opposite where the shaft is put in.
Trim all loose strings to approximately two inches and carefully
burn the ends to prevent fraying.
Use a Warrior pocket pounder to stretch your new pocket to
the desired depth.
Screw your newly strung head to a shaft and go hit the wall!
WARRIOR LACROSSE STRINGING MANUAL - PAGE 18
MESH POCKET
stringing INSTRUCTIONS
MATERIALS included in the STX MESH STRINGING PACK
Soft or Durable Mesh Pocket
1
50” Piece of Sidewall Nylon for Top Lace
1
34” Sidewall Strings
2
24” Piece of Sidewall Nylon for Bottom Lace
1
Gait Hockey Lace Shooting Strings
3
Foam Ball Stop
1
Screw
1
TIPS
1. It is helpful to have a pair of long nose pliers, a razor blade, a screwdriver, and a roll of
athletic tape readily available before you begin stringing.
4. These instructions are designed to guide you while
LOOKING and WORKING from the BACK of the head.
2. Refer to the diagrams provided. It also helps to have a friend’s stick on hand to help guide
you through the stringing.
3. All of the strings are reusable, so if you make a mistake, simply unstring until the mistake is
corrected and start over.
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PREPARING MESH FOR INSTALLATION
(ALL MODELS)
1. Stretch the mesh so that every hole looks the same in diameter. Soft mesh is ready to go, but durable
mesh will take some stretching. If you are using durable mesh, run it under warm water to help
stretch the mesh.
2. The rough side of the mesh should be facing away from the front side (see head diagram for hole
placement and layout) of the stick. Fold the top row of holes over to meet the fifth row. The second
and fourth rows should line up hole for hole. There should be a total of ten holes spanning the width
of the mesh.
3. You are now ready to attach the mesh to the holes in the scoop.
start
4. Take the 54” piece of sidewall string and tie one hitch knot through the top left hole of mesh, marked
with an arrow, attaching it to the top sidewall hole of the head.
5. Following the diagram and the highlighted holes, string along the path connect ing the holes in the
scoop with the holes in the mesh. Upon completing the first row across, double back through the
opposite sidewall hole and repeat the pattern back to your place of origin. Finish with a hitch knot
around both strings, preventing any stretching.
stretch
hitch knot
top string
double back
hints
If you're stringing a goalie mesh piece, particularly durable mesh, stretch the mesh as best as you
can. String your stick following these directions. When you’re finished take a screwdriver and
weave it through a couple of holes in the center of the mesh. Twist clockwise until you can’t twist
anymore, and then twist counterclockwise.
This stretches the mesh around the sweet spot of the
stick. Adjust the spot depending on where you like the
ball to rest. This process will help to break in the strings
a little faster.
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SIDEWALL INSTALLATION
(ALL MODELS)
1. Starting at the second sidewall hole, tie a simple figure 8 knot to secure the string.
figure 8
2. Follow the pattern in the diagram. Be sure to string the sidewall through every hole in the mesh.
Be careful that you do not stretch the mesh to meet the next sidewall hole. Some mesh pieces will
match up differently with different heads and may need to have the sidewall strung through two holes
of the mesh before the next sidewall hole is met. Notice the Proton in the diagram, the sidewall string
is strung through two holes between the third and fourth sidewall hole. End with a figure 8 knot when
you reach the last hole.
3. Repeat these steps on the opposite sidewall.
side
hints
Be sure to leave a little slack in the sidewall string between the mesh and the head for quick
and easy adjustments.
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BOTTOM LACE TIE OFF
(ALL MODELS)
There are two that ways you can tie off the mesh at the bottom of your lacrosse head.
STYLE 1
style 1
1. Using the excess sidewall string, follow the weave pattern in the diagram after you have completed
the sidewall stringing.
step 1
2. Simply tie a knot to finish the string off.
Hint: This is best if you’re not sure how deep you want your pocket to be. By simply untying one knot,
you can easily adjust the depth of the pocket. This is accomplished by either raising or lowering the
lace through the holes in the bottom of the mesh. You can also easily take in or let out slack throughout
the sidewall laces. This will allow you to adjust your pocket depth to your liking.
STYLE 2
1. Tie off the sidewall strings with figure 8 knots.
2. Use the extra sidewall nylon piece and follow the pattern in the diagram on the right.
3. Finish the pattern with a knot of your choice.
Hint: This system works best if you choose to experiment with your sidewall installation. This system's
primary function is to make the depth and the width of the pocket completely separate functions from
each other. If you like a deep, wide pocket, you can change the depth with the bottom lace and widen
the pocket by pulling the slack out of the sidewalls. This installation process is great if you enjoy
experimenting with different string styles.
style 1
step 2
style 2
hints
Make sure the ball can roll freely out of the stick. Your stick will be considered illegal and thrown out of
the game if a ball cannot roll freely from the stick.
mesh - 4
THROW STRING INSTALLATION
(ALL MODELS)
Using Gait Hockey Lace
start
1. Pull the tipped Gait hockey lace through the top sidewall hole, making sure you have equal length on
each side.
2. Proceed by weaving the Gait hockey lace through the mesh, following the pattern. Every time you wrap
your hockey lace through a hole, one end of the string should be on the back of the stick and the other
towards the front.
3. After weaving through every hole, tie off the end with a secure knot of your choice.
4. Proceed by adding the two additional hockey laces on every hole through every other row of holes.
middle
end
hints
To increase the amount of whip or overthrow you get while throwing, simply tighten (for more
whip) or loosen (for more overthrow) the additional hockey laces. The lower the hockey laces,
the looser they become. Each string should be tied and formed to match the natural shape
of the pocket.
Once the hockey laces are formed to the pocket, change
the sidewall or bottom lace accordingly to meet your
throwing requirements.
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traditional
stringing INSTRUCTIONS
MATERIALS included in THE STX TRADITIONAL STRINGING PACK
White Nylon Cord for Cross Lace
1
Leather Thongs (precut)
4
34" Sidewall Strings
2
Gait Hockey Lace Shooting Strings
3
50" Nylon Throw String
1
Foam Ball Stop
1
Screw
1
TIPS
1. It is helpful to have a pair of long nose pliers, a razor blade, a screwdriver and a roll of athletic
tape readily available before you begin stringing.
2. Refer to the diagrams provided. It also helps to have a friend’s stick on hand to help guide you
through the stringing.
3. All of the strings are reusable, so if you make a mistake, simply unstring until the mistake is
corrected and start over.
4. These instructions are designed to guide you while LOOKING and WORKING from the BACK
of the head.
5. The leather thongs are precut for fastening to the scoop
of the stick. The cuts made at the bottom of the leather
will have to be made by you. While attempting to cut the
leather BE VERY CAREFUL not to cut so fast that you
slice the leather in half (or even worse, your finger).
Mark your leather with a pen to help guide you while
you make your cut.
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SIDEWALL AND LEATHER INSTALLATION
(ALL MODELS)
1. Start by inserting the leathers as shown in the diagram. The rough side should be facing out.
2. Most people like to pull the leather through the holes in the bottom of the stick. Pull them tight so
there is no slack. Another great way to pull the leathers is by taping them to a shaft. Simply place
the head on a shaft and tape the leather right onto it. Keep them in order and do not overlap.
Whatever way you choose, make sure they're tight. You’ll need them that way later!
3. Using a sidewall string, start at the second sidewall hole with a figure 8 knot.
4. Follow the pattern to the final sidewall hole, finishing with a figure 8 knot.
start
5. Repeat these steps for the opposite sidewall.
option: tape
hints
tug
1. Before you insert your leathers, be sure to stretch them. Pulling and working the leather will
allow the pocket to break in faster. All leather will stretch as you play. Without prestretching
the leather, you may notice a bubbling or bellowed look after you play with it for a while.
This look will actually prevent your pocket from breaking in as the knots tighten around the
saggy leather.
leather and sidewall
string attachment
This will allow for the pocket to fall more naturally into
shape. The pocket will remain narrow and more streamlined
for better ball control. Do not be afraid to leave too
much slack. You can always pull the sidewalls tighter
once you are finished.
2. Leave the sidewalls with some slack to them. Try to avoid the temptation of pulling them tight.
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Cross Lace Installation
(ALL MODELS)
1. Starting from the far left, begin by tying a hitch knot through the leather as shown in the diagram.
2. Begin a diagonal pattern downward between the leather and the sidewall, using the knot shown in
the diagram, until you come to the bottom of the open head.
3. Make a small slit in the leather. If you have chosen to tighten your leathers through the head, you’ll
need to loosen the leather to make the slit in the right spot. You should slice the leather about 1” below
the holes on the head. (If you are stringing a women’s head, you will need to end the diamonds
and make your slice no less than 1” above the base of the head. It is a rule that women’s heads need at
least eight diamonds to be considered legal, so space accordingly.) Wrap the lace around once and then
through the slit, making the knot tight.
4. Proceed in an upward diagonal pattern and follow the diagram provided. Always remember to use the
same motion for each knot.
5. Upon reaching the top, string through the open area where the leather is attached and follow #2 until
you have completely finished the stick.
6. Finish with a hitch knot on a secure part of the head or string.
top
notch
hints
There are many ways and many tricks to getting this sys tem down right. Practice is the key to
stringing a great head. Remember these few things while you try to keep your patience.
1. Every knot is basically the same. Get into the flow of how the knot should feel and look.
Remember: across, around the back, over and down (or up, depending on which direction
you’re heading).
2. KEEP THE LEATHERS TIGHT! It is crucial they are tight for an accurate cut and solid knots that
won’t slip as you try to break them in when you are finished. Try marking the leather with a pen
before you slice it. This will allow for an accurate and precise cut when you are ready.
Different size diamonds will cause the leather to stretch
where it shouldn't, and create a sloppy looking pocket.
4. Once you master it, try to keep the side knots tighter and
the middle knots looser for a narrow, well-channeled
pocket. It takes the AVERAGE stringer about 40-60 minutes
to string a quality stick. Remember that it takes TIME,
PATIENCE, and most importantly, PRACTICE to get the
art of lacing down right!
3. Keep the diamonds the same size. Whether you want six diamonds as pictured, ( no less than
eight for a women’s head), or twelve diamonds, it is crucial that they remain the same size.
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THROW STRING INSTALLATION
(ALL MODELS)
Using Gait Hockey Lace
start
1. Pull the tipped Gait hockey lace through the top sidewall hole, making sure you have equal length
on each side.
2. Begin wrapping the Gait hockey lace around the cross lace and the leather in a straight line toward
the opposite side. Every time you wrap your hockey lace around a string or leather, one end of the
string should be on the back of the stick, and the other towards the front.
3. Pull in lace through top sidewall string hole on the opposite side of origin and tie off.
4. Proceed by using the additional two Gait hockey laces, separating them by no more than one inch.
Start by wrapping them around the sidewall string, rather than through any sidewall hole.
5. Once you’re finished, pull the leathers through the holes at the bottom. Leave the leathers somewhat
loose. Begin forming a pocket by pounding your fist or a ball into the CENTER of the pocket. A pocket
should be deepest in the center of the head, not the bottom!
middle
end
hints
Try to keep the lower laces looser than the previous ones. This will allow for the pocket to break in
with ease. It will also prevent any whip or overthrow you may experience when throwing with
your stick. Also, try to keep the laces in a straight line.
This will prevent the ball from fading left or right, and
will give the head a great look when you’re finished.
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Installation of Ball Stop
1. Remove paper from back of foam stop.
2. Face the head so the FRONT side of the lacrosse stick is facing you.
3. Place the foam stop in the middle of the throat section and slowly press out towards the edges along
the sidewalls.
Breaking in the Pocket
Once you have correctly and completely strung your lacrosse stick, begin to loosen the sidewalls and
leather thongs, allowing for the pocket to open up to the maximum depth. By striking the center of the
pocket with a ball or fist, a pocket shape will form. Remember to retighten all the knots before play.
For the best results, find a wall or play catch. Allow the ball to fall naturally into the pocket, breaking
it in as you throw and catch.
Stick Care
1. Avoid bending or continually putting strain on the plastic head.
2. Keep lacrosse stick away from the extreme cold or heat that can often be found in car trunks,
basements, and garages.
3. Do not hang equipment around the head of the stick, adding weight and pressure to the plastic head.
4. If your pocket becomes muddy and/or wet, pack it with newspaper to absorb the moisture,
preventing dry-rotting of the leathers and strings.
5. Always make sure the screw is securely fastened before play.
TO AVOID CANCELLATION OF WARRANTY:
DO NOT ENGRAVE, PINCH OR CARVE HEAD IN ANY MANNER. DO NOT STICK HEAD IN MICROWAVE OR OVEN,
ATTEMPTING TO RESHAPE THE HEAD.
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