Circular Zings - a review
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| Pink Zing Socks July 2019 |
Pros
lightweight - aluminum
reasonably priced
flexible cables
slim needle points
color-coded needles for easy size recognition
Cons
lightweight - it took some time to get used to knitting with the needles
finish is not smooth so stitches tend to grip
needle color will affect the yarn color that I will use with the Zings
needle/cable join is more of a crimp than a smooth join
I love metal needles because they are durable and rarely break. Although the Zings are metal, their aluminum construction is significantly lighter than my other metal needles. It took me a while to adapt to the lightness; however, it did not affect the tension of my knitting. I liked the Zings, but the crimp between the needle and the cable was not a smooth as I like; yet it was smooth enough that my yarn did not snag at the connection.
Overall impression: Even though I like the Zings, I still favor my Knit Picks Options set.
Thanks for the review. I only use DPNs for socks - it's what I learned on and my preference. I did try a circular needle once, but didn't care for it. But, I do like circulars for hats or bowls that I will felt.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the review. I mostly use wooden DPNs for socks (and yes - I've broken many), but I tend to drop more stitches on metal.
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about the join--that catching instead of smooth sliding is really a detriment to the rhythm of the knitting!
ReplyDeleteGood review!
I hate that join area with circular needles too but having said that I always using my options. I've even had them come unscrewed before but they are still the ones I reach for most.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great review Nancy. I use my Zings dpn's exclusively for socks. I used to use Knit Picks dpn's, but prefer the smoothness of the Zings. I've tried two at a time on a long circular, and the small circular like yours, but I always come back to my dpn's so I've decided, why mess with what works? :-)
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Betsy
I've only used the DPNs and I really like them, although the Hiya Hiya sharps are my go-to for any "fancy" knitting.
ReplyDeleteThis color is soooooo pretty! I enjoy seeing what you've made. One day soon, I'll see if I still remember how to knit! Blessings! ♥
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