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Current List of Strings
Current List of Strings
Choosing the right tennis string is often called finding the "engine" of your racquet because it is responsible for roughly half of its overall performance. Strings broadly dictate how much power, control, spin, and comfort you get out of every swing.
The four primary types of tennis strings I currently have in stock are broken down below along with their pricing including string job. A guide further below details how gauge and tension can impact your style of play.
POLYESTER (Monofilament / Co-Poly)
POLYESTER (Monofilament / Co-Poly)
Polyester strings consist of a single, solid strand of plastic extruded into wire-like strings. They are highly stiff and are currently the most popular choice among competitive intermediate, advanced, and touring pro players.
The Good: Exceptional control and spin potential. They slide against each other and snap back quickly, which generates heavy topspin. They are also highly durable against breaking.
The Bad: They are very low-powered, drop tension faster than any other material, and their harsh stiffness can trigger or worsen injuries like tennis elbow.
Solinco Hyper-G 17G
Solinco Hyper-G 17G
Solinco Hyper-G is a uniquely shaped co-poly string that boasts an impressive combination of spin and precision. Designed specifically for an ATP top 50 player, this medium firm string enables powerful hitters to make significant cuts on the ball without the risk of overhitting. Topspin players who prefer hitting balls that dive sharply and generate explosive off-court power will find this string particularly appealing.
PRICE WITH STRINGING: $50
Solinco Mach-10 17G
Solinco Mach-10 17G
Developed over several years of rigorous testing, Mach 10, stands as Solinco’s most technologically advanced string to date. The secret behind its exceptional performance lies in CloudFORM, a unique chemical agent that softens the string without compromising its playability duration. Equipped with five sharp edges for enhanced bite and a low-friction surface for a vicious snapback, Mach 10 is meticulously crafted for spin. Combined with its higher power level, it delivers a heavy ball that drops hard and explodes off the court, making it an ideal choice for players seeking a powerful and explosive shot.
PRICE WITH STRINGING: $55
Solinco Tour Bite 17G
Solinco Tour Bite 17G
Solinco Tour Bite is a newly developed, high-performance and versatile co-polyester string designed to generate extreme power and intense spin and bite.
Solinco Tour Bite is a newly developed, high-performance and versatile co-polyester string designed to generate extreme power and intense spin and bite.
Utilizes an innovative, high-powered co-polyester monofilament fiber designed and shaped to generate maximum power while amplifying the spin and bite intensity of the ball.
PRICE WITH STRINGING: $50
Yonex PolyTour Strike 17G
Yonex PolyTour Strike 17G
Generate powerful, precise shots with POLYTOUR STRIKE 120 tennis string. Designed for players with medium-to-fast swing speeds, this thinner gauge offers long-lasting tension maintenance, exceptional power, and accuracy for a strong, consistent game.
PRICE WITH STRINGING: $55
Toroline O-Toro 17G
Toroline O-Toro 17G
O-Toro, meticulously engineered with the assistance of former ATP player Steve Johnson, seamlessly combines effortless spin with exceptional comfort for the breed. Equipped with six sharp edges, this co-poly material provides an exceptionally tight grip on the ball. Additionally, its low-friction surface allows for powerful snaps back, enhancing ball rotation. Beyond its suitability for experienced players who swing with great force and demand precise control, our TW playtesters discovered ample pocketing, comfort, and power even at lower tensions.
PRICE WITH STRINGING: $50
Tourna Big Hitter 16 (Blue) & 17G (Silver)
Tourna Big Hitter 16 (Blue) & 17G (Silver)
This firm co-polyester monofilament provides the necessary control to execute powerful strokes without the fear of overhitting. Its construction features seven sharp edges for optimal grip on the ball, resulting in significant spin potential. It’s recommended for intermediate and advanced players seeking a durable co-poly with surgical targeting.
PRICE WITH STRINGING: $45
Tru Pro T1-Black Knight 17G
Tru Pro T1-Black Knight 17G
An innovative, high-performance string designed for the modern tournament player. The latest six-sided co-polyester blend ensures a control-oriented playing experience, access to spin, and unexpected arm-friendliness. Exceptional durability and tension stability guarantee the avid player an ultimate, long-lasting playing experience.
PRICE WITH STRINGING: $45
MULTIFILAMENT STRINGS
Multifilaments are constructed by weaving together thousands of tiny microfiber strands coated in a flexible polyurethane resin, attempting to closely replicate the performance of premium natural gut.
The Good: Superior comfort, baseline power, and feel. They absorb high amounts of shock and vibration, making them the gold standard for recreational players or anyone recovering from arm injuries.
The Bad: They offer much less spin potential compared to polyester. They also fray and snap relatively easily when used by heavy hitters.
Technifibre X-One Biphase 16G
Technifibre X-One Biphase 16G
FX-One BiPhase, a premium multifilament string, offers exceptional comfort, feel, and a crisp response. It’s an excellent choice for players seeking an arm-friendly string without compromising power. Additionally, it maintains good tension effectively. Tecnifibre claims that the X-One Biphase string utilizes High Heat Capacity (H2C) fibers, enabling the innovative chemical treatment process called Trimerization. This process enhances the cohesion between chemical molecule links through extreme temperature variations, resulting in ultimate dynamic efficiency (power) and exceptional feel. The patented Biphasic process, evident in the string’s visible marks, extends string life by 20% and provides increased spin. Similar to its leading string, NRG2, the multifilament fibers in this string are immersed in polyurethane, offering shock absorption and optimal comfort.
FX-One BiPhase, a premium multifilament string, offers exceptional comfort, feel, and a crisp response. It’s an excellent choice for players seeking an arm-friendly string without compromising power. Additionally, it maintains good tension effectively. Tecnifibre claims that the X-One Biphase string utilizes High Heat Capacity (H2C) fibers, enabling the innovative chemical treatment process called Trimerization. This process enhances the cohesion between chemical molecule links through extreme temperature variations, resulting in ultimate dynamic efficiency (power) and exceptional feel. The patented Biphasic process, evident in the string’s visible marks, extends string life by 20% and provides increased spin. Similar to its leading string, NRG2, the multifilament fibers in this string are immersed in polyurethane, offering shock absorption and optimal comfort.
PRICE WITH STRINGING: $55
Wilson NXT Tour 17G
Wilson NXT Tour 17G
NXT, one of the most popular and reliable multifilaments ever created, offers an exceptional blend of comfort, touch, power, and feel. According to Wilson, NXT boasts a 10% larger sweet spot compared to traditional synthetic gut, coupled with a remarkable 74% reduction in vibration. This makes it an ideal choice for players with slower to moderate swing speeds seeking enhanced power. Additionally, NXT caters to all types of players who appreciate the classic gut-like feel of a multifilament. It’s also an excellent option for polyester string users who want to incorporate a hybrid string. Tennis elbow sufferers in search of a softer and more comfortable string should definitely consider NXT. While the thinner 17-gauge version provides even greater comfort and feel, it may offer slightly less durability compared to the 16-gauge version.
PRICE WITH STRINGING: $60
Wilson Sensation 16G
Wilson Sensation 16G
Sensation original, a comfortable playing string, offers a delightful blend of feel and playability. Renowned for its vibration-dampening qualities, it lives up to its reputation as an arm-friendly string choice. It’s an excellent option for players seeking a soft, playable alternative to natural gut or a more comfortable option compared to the stiffer synthetic guts.
PRICE WITH STRINGING: $50
SYNTHETIC STRINGS
Synthetic gut is an entry-level nylon string that generally utilizes a solid monofilament core wrapped in one or more layers of protective smaller fibers.
The Good: Incredibly affordable and versatile. It serves as a decent, cost-effective, all-around baseline string for casual beginners or budget-conscious club players.
The Bad: It does not excel in any specific performance metric—it lacks the power/comfort of a true multifilament and the spin/control of a polyester.
Prince Synthetic Gut w/Duraflex16G
Prince Synthetic Gut w/Duraflex16G
Prince Synthetic Gut w/Duraflex, with its exceptional all-around playability, stands as one of the most cost-effective strings ever made. While it may not be as soft and lively as a multifilament string, this robust core synthetic offers a comfortable playing experience along with adequate power. It’s an ideal choice for budget-conscious players seeking reliable performance, and it also makes an excellent hybrid cross string. Compared to the Prince Synthetic Gut Original, this string is slightly firmer and more durable.
PRICE WITH STRINGING: $45
Prince Synthetic Gut 16G
Prince Synthetic Gut 16G
This synthetic gut is the king of its kind, delivering an impressive blend of comfort and controllable power. It’s an excellent choice for any player seeking value and performance, and it’ll also enhance the comfort and feel of your favorite poly hybrid.
PRICE WITH STRINGING: $40
Wilson Synthetic Gut 16G
Wilson Synthetic Gut 16G
Wilson Synthetic Gut Power is a robust core synthetic gut string equipped with high-energy wraps, providing a more dynamic and responsive feel. This string offers an impressive blend of power and control, all while being designed to be comfortable for players. It boasts above-average spin potential for a synthetic gut, and its crisp feel makes it an excellent choice for players seeking exceptional all-around performance.
PRICE WITH STRINGING: $40
NATURAL GUT STRINGS
Crafted from the organic fibrous membrane of cow intestines, natural gut is the oldest, most premium, and highest-performing material on the market.
The Good: Unrivaled elasticity, tension maintenance, and pocketing feel. It stays lively and retains its optimal performance properties all the way until it physically breaks.
The Bad: It is exceptionally expensive (often $40–$60 per set before labor costs) and vulnerable to extreme humidity or moisture.
Babolat Touch VS Gut 15L
Babolat Touch VS Gut 15L
An iconic natural gut string favored by many ATP and WTA Tour professionals, this premium-grade version offers an unmatched blend of power, comfort, and feel. It maintains remarkable playability even at higher tensions. While thicker in gauge, it provides enhanced durability and slightly reduced power compared to the 16-gauge version.
VS Touch is not only suitable for top-level play but also delivers impressive power and an expanded sweetspot for beginners and intermediates with compact strokes. It’s an excellent choice for tendonitis sufferers seeking a softer response.
For hybrid players, this string complements stiff polys perfectly. Babolat claims that Thermogut Technology Finishing increases durability and resistance to humidity. This natural gut incorporates BT7 technology, a novel layering structure that boosts durability by 15%. While it offers a slightly firmer feel, it remains the “Gold Standard” for comfort and playability.
PRICE WITH STRINGING: $95
Understanding Gauge and Tension
Gauge (Thickness): Strings are measured by numerical gauges or millimeters.
Thinner strings (e.g., 17 or 18 gauge / 1.25mm or less) offer more power, feel, and spin, but break faster.
Thicker strings (e.g., 15 or 16 gauge / 1.30mm or more) prioritize control and longevity.
Tension: How tightly the machine pulls the string inside the frame (typically measured in pounds or kilograms).
Lower tension allows the string bed to stretch like a trampoline, resulting in more power and comfort.
Higher tension limits string movement, giving you more precise control over the ball's depth.
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