Yonex POLY TOUR SPIN G tennis string review & play test - The String Bar
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- Опубликовано: 27 янв 2020
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Yonex POLY TOUR SPIN G tennis string review & play test
In this in-depth review we talk about how this string differs from Poly Tour Pro, the technology used in this high performance string, how it's not to be confused with Hyper-G, the pros and cons of playing with it, discover why I was playing so poorly, and reveal why a low powered string could be good for you and your game.
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Thanks for those great shirts !!!
oz turk thanks for rocking 🙌
Awesome videos. One of my favourite things to do after a days work is get geeked up by tennis strings - for real. Can you review Kirschbaum Pro-Line II?? This string gets so much buzz and is great value
Koray Ipek man thanks so much for the kind words! Same here, something about strings, so much potential to be found in them. And so cool theres other people who think the same. I’ll order up a set today heard some good things, thanks for the recommendation
Good to see your posting again
Winter is killing me, but already working on the next review. Thanks for watching!
FINALLY! a more modern and entertaining way to watch tennis gear reviews! Love it man 🤙🏽
You should playtest YTEX Strings next! I've seen ads about it and was curious if it was any good.
Ahh so glad you enjoyed it, really means a lot to hear that. I’m hearing more and more about ytex like they are coming up in the string world. Have plans to review them and find out what the company is all about
@@EvokeTennis looking forward to that review! They have an ambassador program that I think you should have no problem getting it 👍
I'd love to do Tennis content on YT just like this form. If you plan on growing your channel and brand, hmu! 🤙🏽
Great Video! Thanks for the really professional & insightful review. I just put a set of Yonex PTSG into my Head Prestige Graphene Touch Mid and really lovin’ the setup. Subscribed
Hey you are welcome glad we can share the same love for strings! So cool that there are other people out there that would watch it even at such a new channel. I did struggle to get the power I wanted on big groundies out of PTSG but I'm still working on getting that big rhs swing. Still loved other parts of the string though and its flickability
Great review!
Thank you and glad you liked it 👊
Great review 👍
You should receive my current favorite string the volkl v square. Would like to see comparison to hyper g and tour bite
Noted! Definitely got some requests for cyclone and will have to check out v square too
👍🏽👍🏽 Great review as always. Need that shirt when we go for our Cuba trip 🎾🇨🇺☀️😎
Thanks again for watching, so glad there are people who like the same stuff I do! I could do Cuba right now it's freezing here
Vacation Tennis the resort has a nice double tennis court 🎾☀️😎
Bro! Where did you go?! Hope all is good with you. Really enjoyed your videos and was stoked when you came out with the Triax vid. Would love for you to review the old classic Alu Power 16L at some point.
Hey thanks man, I wasn't testing any new strings in the past month, purely focused on playing the usta matches but the season is over now, and I have some stuff in the works!
Fantastic job!!Thank you very much!
not a problem, glad you enjoyed!
I like that you matched your shorts to the String!
Anything that will take the attention away from my poor playing helps!
@@EvokeTennis 😂😂Thats good and you hit way better than me
Man, I found your channel probably last month..so good to find someone so enthusiast about strings! And that reviews them with your enthusiasm! Strings do make so much of a difference. Some say even the 70% of how the racquet plays (that Babolat guy here on RUclips is right haha).
Because I've had wrist issues in the past, I try to go for 1.30 gauge for less shock. And try to go for low powered, muted strings, soft polys, for the comfort.
Some strings I think you can like and review are: Topspin CyberBlue, Topspin CyberFlash, Gosen Poly Professional, Wilson Revolve,
Love this! Just subscribed! And excited and waiting for your next video!
Hey welcome and so glad you like the videos! I've always loved strings and the physics behind it all so I figured there needs to be a string show where we can all share our passion for strings and the great game of tennis.
I do have a question and want to clarify, you are saying that by using a thicker gauge string (like 1.30) it is less shock transferred because it has more weight and is more stable, much like the weight of a heavier racket?
Interesting topic because the thinner gauge is softer and more comfortable, more elastic - but I guess is just one piece of the whole racket/string/stroke equation.
Vacation Tennis thank you very much man!!
I’ve heard Troy Lara from Tennis Warehouse say the thinner the gauge, the more feel. Sometimes he says feel and feedback interchangeably. Sometimes he and TW are not so clear about it.
Now that you say elasticity, he might call feel in thinner gauges as more ball pocketing, more cupping the ball.
Yes a thicker gauge bumps up the Swingweight a little more. I don’t have a Babolat RDC or Head 3-in-1 for the numbers. But I was thinking the thicker gauges offer less vibration.
Since the smaller the object on impact, the more high frequencies it has. Think guitar strings. Or people with smaller/thinner vocal folds, and skulls.
Maybe I don’t like so high frequencies feedback. I think people have more sensitivity different frequencies.
So we would have to see what frequencies each of us like or not we don’t. So yes, “good” and “bad” frequencies are subjective. But we can point to which part of the spectrum we like.
Also tension and material behaves are a good deal. Which you have pointed in your vids.
Check this too:
tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/the-thinner-the-gauge-the-lower-the-tension.609808/
So it depends on each string. each has its own chemical compound and gauge/tension behavior.
I definitely like a plush feel, with control. So poly strings around 47-50 pounds for me
@@jorgeandrescoppiano.5715 Hey that was a good read on the TW forum, interesting how some have a different experience than what "should" happen. Also that thicker gauge string moderates tension better like when exposed to heat and such.
Anyway very cool to get deep into the nuances like frequency and vibration
great video!
Thanks Soda glad you enjoyed it!
Used to get Spin G a couple years ago, thought it was a pretty good string, and very durable for people who didn't like to restring too often. I always thought I played like my best ever, in the hours leading up to it breaking, then you would get a fresh set and it would be uncomfortable and hard to use haha
I bet you're slipping and sliding because those pumpkin spices are gone by now, same happened to me bahah, they don't last too long, and you move alot more than I do
I know you like soft poly's - ISO Speed Cream is great, i been having wrist and tennis elbow issues recently, and even forced me to use a hybrid with a multi, which i never do, and Cream was softer than the multi
P.S Good to see you getting some good views and support just within first 24 hours! keep it up brother, you deserve it
Played again with it tonight and just had trouble getting the power I wanted, it is just so low powered! But could see for higher level strokes you can let it rip.
I'm looking at some new shoes cause these are so dead. But you know I like to be adding some drama to the videos lol. But it's cold winter here so everyone is sorta sluggish at this time of year I guess just using Australian Open to pull us through everyday til spring.
Sorry to hear about the elbow and wrist mate, I too had issues years ago and that's when I got so into soft strings and low tension. So definitely go as comfy as possible during this time - I know it's hard to resist but it's worth it to set you up for the future.
Thanks for being an OG watcher! It's like you have to be PewDiePie and a Kardashian to even be a RUclipsr these days LOL
I’m using the Yonex PolyTour Spin in blue and loving it but it’s also the first time using this in a new racquet, the Yonex Ezone 98 Tour, so it’s hard to compare. Can you test this string? I’d like to know how it compares with the Spin G and the Volkl Cyclone.
Good review again. I tried this string previously and just couldn't get on with it. Just too low powered and muted. I was swinging for the hills and just couldn't hit through my opponent with this string. Like someone said below, Yonex Poly Tour Drive is a better option if you want a lower powered / more controlled orientated string. I still prefer Poly Tour Pro out of the Yonex strings though - decent spin, good power, nice feel and good playability. You should also try Ytex Square-X (white is slighty crisper, black is slightly softer).
I experienced the same thing, just could not get as heavy a ball that I'm used to. I probably should have communicated that more in the review but is more of an afterthought now when looking back at it and switching to the next string. At the same time the review isn't just for me but it's for all the different types of players and some people have way different strokes and might be able to crush with this string. Anyway appreciate the feedback and I'm looking at PTP in 115 to see if it's even better than the 120 (17g)
Highly enjoy your channel! Any chance to a series on budget synthetic guts e.g. gosen, prince, etc?
That's a great idea never thought of that, always looking for different series or angles to take. It will take some time to test each one to get a good idea - how long would you say a string needs to be tested to get an accurate read on it, for a video like that?
Vacation Tennis maybe give it a baseline of 6 sessions and go from there. Gives you a week with each string. Maybe string two rackets side by side so you can cut your time in half. Plenty of budget string to choice from. Also maybe do one full bed and one as a hybrid set up and you can two type of series to work on for us to enjoy.
Joe Hoang awesome feedback much appreciated. Looks like I need to get to work and schedule some tennis!
Vacation Tennis man just love your channel and hardly anyone does string review with such engaging way!
@@joebozz so glad there's people to share it with who love talking about strings!
I'd like to see you review Signum Pro yellow Jacket! It is by far my favorite Poly. Would love to hear your thoughts.
Maurice Allen very nice recommendation any standout features I should be looking for?
Vacation Tennis it’s my favorite poly right now. Right off the press it comes out playing lights out. Power, control, spin, comfort. Would love to see if you get the same results. I string at 50 pounds.
Hi... your using a yonex ai98 right? Ive used the dr87 before and hoping to get my hands on an ai98? How is this frames? Im particularly interested in its control and comfort? Does it bend in the throat like the dr98?
dj Blackwing yes ai98 here, From what ive heard it’s more bendy in the throat than DR. Not everyone likes this feel because the control takes more getting used to but I’ve come to love it because of the comfort. I hit a lot of mishits and crazy swings so I like the flexy feel. You can find them on eBay for 60-70 barely used so it’s worth a try!
Despite some mishits and short balls, it looks like that this string seems to have a lower launch angle compared to the other strings you've tested so far on this channel. Previously I feel like you have a Nadal-like net clearance with your whippy forehand but in this video your shots don't look very high (not necessarily a bad thing, of course).
Oh and personally speaking, contrary to your experience, I generally prefer stiffer poly strings just to get a little bit more response/feedback/crispness out of the already plush Ai/DR 98. I tried Wilson Sensation on my DR 98, and I hated it because it felt way too muted for my liking, despite knowing such setup is better for the arms in the long run, I guess. Soft co-poly like Tour Bite soft strung @50 lbs is the way to go for me lol.
Oh another recommendations for the next episode of The String Bar: Luxilon Element and/or the newly released Babolat RPM Power. Great video as usual!
SoznyW definitely I guess I didn’t cover the launch angle but maybe self explanatory, it wasn’t really an issue because the relatively low power.
Tb soft is my go to as well, but that’s a good point most people I play with who use poly use a dead kind of poly. I guess the experience of the video was that I usually rely on a high power string to do the work for me, and once I started trying to swing it exposed a ton of stuff I need to work on, totally unexpected. Thanks for watching and the great comment, always wanted to try element!
Bit of a random question, but what brand is the blue snapback your wearing in this video?
Couldn't be a better question! We have these on our website - definitely the most popular one
Luxilon alu power rough next please!
Thanks for the suggestion 🙌
Heads up 👀😁
looking for doubles partner lol
Is this a new color? It looks more like a shaped pt fire I'd say. My spin g has the color as shown of the packaging.
yes I believe so, this is the orange color and the other color available is dark red which is probably the color on the packaging
How about a hybrid setup with the spin g in the crosses and a gut or multi in the mains??? Or ultra cannon cable in the mains 😁
Sounds good will name the hybrid after you 😁
@@EvokeTennis I have 2 blade 104 and a pack of spin g, black code 4s, weiss ultra cable, and luxilon alu power. I'm putting spin g in the crosses. You choose 2 different strings to put in the mains 🤔
@@mteca5093 I'd have to say alu power in the mains
Out of Yonex Poly Tour, Volkl Cyclone Tour, and Solinco Tour Bite Soft which is the softest with most ball pocketing?
JKV I’ve only tested one of those but ai will say this, out of any soft poly I’ve tried your bite soft is the most ball pocketing for sure, that’s why I use it as my daily string! The control can be a little crazy but worth the tradeoff if you want pocketing. An underrated string IMO!
Vacation Tennis thanks for the response. Enjoy your reviews 👍🏻
What club is that? Looks like the same one that RUclipsr iRacer3 plays at. Somewhere in Midlo by chance? Also what up RVA!
You got it that's the one, Midlothian Tennis Club! The indoor courts are a lifesaver in the winter but can't wait for the outdoors to open back up soon
Do you know how this compares to the regular poly tour spin?
Was just looking around and there's conflicting opinions on that - but from what I can see off their website matrix the spin g is shifted a couple notches harder and more durable. However the regular spin is sharp 5 sided. On the forums people are saying it's softer, and also saying it's stiffer lol.
I used both strings, they are both pretty dead strings, poly tour spin at 50-52lbs was one of the most low powered strings i've ever used, but might be due to tension - since super shaped strings usually tend to be on the softer and more powerful side - but supposed to have a very high spin profile (obviously) , probably at 45lbs it would be pretty good
@@ACTennis thanks for the tip, yeah this string made me find out how heavily I rely on power strings for a decent ball.
Comparison to the Volkl cyclone?
I still need to try Cyclone, but I know it's a popular one
Vacation Tennis - comparing two polys with similar stiffness , can one feel more comfortable ?
Paul Musarra would have to say yes due to different materials or copoly blends. Also shape and gauge thickness. All depends on how detailed you are trying to get. One that comes to mind is ptsg and ultra cable, will have to check their stiffness ratings
Vacation Tennis thank you
Man, I really want to try an ai or dr 98... These pure drives are too stiff.
S0D4P0P - me too would love to try a dr just don’t have the dough at the moment, have a pure drive and it’s very stiff, but fun too!
PTSG? More like PTSD after some of those shots! 😂
We've lost a few good men out there from flying rackets
Another great string review, love the string color. #shortsmatchtheshorts 🩳 😂👌👌👌
LOVE YA
Yonex poly tour Strike 17
Imo a great string
Hey thank you for the suggestion, I'll have to try the whole line - it's always been a little confusing poly tour pro, fire, strike, spin, spin g, air???
Vacation Tennis strike is a very dead string. Long lasting
Ptp is also excellent
I went to my local tennis shop to get my racquet strung and the guy there suggested 3 strings and I chose this one, he asked me some questions and said that he thinks I should have it strung to 56 lbs, every review I've seen has strung it to mid-high 40s and now this, I am a bit worried.
What racket and what strings have you been using before? Not to worry so much, I just prefer lower tension but know a lot of people that want to stay in the 50s regardless of string
@@EvokeTennis I used the babolat drive and I don't actually know what string it was, I just got that restrung with this string and it just seems like a very wide range of stringing tension between you and me.
@@thomaso6579 If your arm is fine with it and you like it then I wouldn't get too worried about the numbers. I just did very low tension with this string because I knew it was low powered and it was winter at the time.
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Snowy Tiger I like it! 🐅
YPTSG is way too stiff to be used in full bed ... Best used in cross to control a lively main.
Yeah it’s no joke! You talking lively poly main or a multi?
@@EvokeTennis I used to play YPTP 1.20 in mains and YPTSG 1.25 in crosses
"..It's probably the deepest, wettest.." ....that's definitely what she said.
- michael scott
GREAT VIDEO but hurry the f.... up and make more videos 😁
oz turk been on vacation lol. The holiday season was long and just getting back in the groove with hitting and matches
Great effort with the vid but if you're serious about your tennis and reviews..... then get a proper electronic stringing machine.
When I’m able to make the investment yeah but for now we do it by hand 👊
stiff, dead, not much feel. i'll keep my tourbite
facts out here. TB is awesome, thinking about reviewing the 20 gauge for fun
@@EvokeTennis put a 20 G in a 18/20 and see the results. What other sticks do you have besides the AI 98.
@@mrfofung that's a good idea actually. Right now only that and an RF97A. Looking to get into a new blade or the new Yonex DR or whatever they call it. But I need shoes at the moment so it might have to wait!
@@EvokeTennis 18 x 20 blade is nice. maybe the Yonex Vcore 18x20 HD -
@@EvokeTennis looking forward to that review