Ok, i want to start to learn how to string my own sticks, but i don't know where to start. The only place i know where to get all the strings are in stringing kits, and that doesn't seem like it going to work out very well. So is there any tips that you guys can give me on where to start, what heads are good and cheap to practice on. Where i can get a lot of strings, leather, sidewalls, shooters, you guys know the deal. just some friendly tips for a beginner?

I have only strung one head and it turned out great, all you need to do is look at some of the sticks on stick tech and just believe in yourself and then thats about it.

I learned by taking apart my sticks and redoing them but it is really impractical. To get cheap heads to work on go to a used sports store. Every so often they have used sticks for cheap. Other places to try are ebay and other online discount retailers.

Stringing kits are not bad at all. Unless you plan on doing 12-15 sticks over the course of the next month or two, a spool is not practical. Go to a place like Jimlax.com or Stickdoctor.net for supplies. The kits are generally cheap in price but good quality. $10 for a white hard mesh kit plus shipping. Many local lacrosse shops have bins of mesh, leather, string and laces that you buy by piece. Avoid STX kits and save good cut lengths.

As for advice... I have been doing this for 10 years and I still struggle with some of the custom designs (rocket and others). Learn to string a good traditional (helps with the fancy stuff later) and a good hard mesh. When you can do those with good consistency then move on to hard designs. I have also learned to take my time. You make mistakes that cost you time, money and effort when you rush. Double check symmetry on your sticks. When I do stick sessions I teach knots to players. Learn them.

Thats about it. Good luck.