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Racket Assembly Steps

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Step 1
Spread chack evenly over the wood using enough to cover the entire blade surface.
Step 2
Spread chack evenly over sponge side of sponge/rubber sheet, and allow to dry.
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Step 3
Starting with trademark side of sheet at handle, roll evenly on to wood to avoid air bubbles.
Step 4
Using a cylindrical object such as a rubber cleaner can, roll evenly across the &rubber sheet applying firm pressure.
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Step 5
Using sturdy, sharp scissors, cut rubber sheet starting at the right side with the sponge side facing up.
Step 6
For an even cut, use the blade as a guide, cutting with the scissors flush against the blade's edge.

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Question: "My current rubbers are due for changing, but I am considering switching to Ekrips Soft, I would like to know if the sponge used in Ekrips Soft is softer than that used in Sriver FX? Thank you." Read Answer