How does Head Hawk compare to luxilon 4g soft? Currently use 4g soft in my 360+ prestige pro but considering switching to head hawk considering it is designed by the creators of the prestige
Both are pretty close in stiffness, but Hawk feels slightly more muted, and a little less energy return, and 4G Soft feels a bit more crisp, and a bit more energy return. 4G Soft also holds tension a bit better. If you are looking to experiment with strings, then give it a try, but not sure I would switch to the string, just because of the designer of the string...Troy, TW
Multifilament is only good for beginners? Is it good for advanced players with arm issues? Multi or synthetic gut for intermediate to advanced players with arm issue?
If you are experiencing arm issues, multis will be your best option, usually no matter what level you play, unless you want to go with natural gut, which is even better. For mutlis we usually prefer strings like Tecnifibre NRG2 or X-one Biphase, NXT Power, Gamma Professional, and for some cheaper options, Head Velocity MLT, Wilson Sensation, Tecnifibre Multifeel (although sort of in between a multi and syn gut). Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse thanks Troy, Will one keep the tension of multi more than the usual poly to have the same level of control. Is yes, is there a simple formula, like usual +2 or +4 ?
@@anubhavsaksena, for tension we would usually go up about 4 pounds compared to the tension for a poly, although some might go up a little more and some a little less. If you want more control from a multi, try something like Tecnifibre Triax, or HDMX. Troy, TW
I would suggest to possibly try those things in a sequence. Add a little weight at the tip of the racquet, see how that feels. From there try dropping tension a by a few pounds, see how that feels. And if neither seem to do the job, that's when I would try a hybrid. Troy, TW
Kevlar material had been used since long time, why graphene materials (strongest then alupwr kevlar and graphite2D 10x 100x) STIL NOT USED TILL NOW SINCE 2013 Head used in frame ??
Hey TW, I recently tried out a hybrid with babolat vs touch gut and tecnifibre razor code. I really liked the feel of the babolat vs touch but I felt as if I needed a bit stiffer poly. I usually use either hyper g 16 or tour bite 16l and I love the spin out of both but I feel like some times my balls are sailing long because I don’t have a good feel. What would you recommend? And also if you recommend a hybrid, which string should go in the mains and crosses. Thanks
If you want something with a firm/crisp feel, try Luxilon 4G (125) mixed with the natural gut. I have used natural gut in the mains, and Luxilon 4G in the crosses in the past, and that played very well, in my old Wilson Six One 95 18x20. Troy, TW
@@devanmelandro9945, You could try something like Solinco Confidential, Luxilon 4G Rough, or Tourna Big Hitter Silver 7 Tour. That said, you might take caution using a sharp-edged poly with the natural gut, because it may cause additional friction, and/or might dig into the natural gut more than a smooth poly. Troy, TW
Tension wise, and play-ability the natural gut, or multifilaments hold up better over time, but poly strings take longer to actually snap, or break. It sounds like a hybrid might be a good choice for overall play-ability duration, and good spin potential. Cost aside, a natural gut in the mains and a slick poly in the crosses is a premier choice for all around play-ability. There is Wilson Champion's Choice, or you can make your own with something like Babolat Tonic, with Prince Tour XP in the crosses for a bit more value, or we something like the Klip X-Plosive Gut/Poly Hybrid, for lower price than most gut hybrids. Troy, TW
Polyester's feel is irreplaceable. But polyester isn't durable like this video suggests. It's the only string type that I break regularly. Think of it as a super soft tyre compound in racing. High performance, but you have to restring often.
Which poly string do you use on a regular basis? And which gauge? It is true that polyester monofilament strings tend to lose their tension, and play-ability characteristics quicker than most multifilament or natural gut strings, but they do typically take longer in order to snap them, compared to a multifilament or natural gut, when comparing a full bed of each. Troy, TW
How does Head Hawk compare to luxilon 4g soft? Currently use 4g soft in my 360+ prestige pro but considering switching to head hawk considering it is designed by the creators of the prestige
Both are pretty close in stiffness, but Hawk feels slightly more muted, and a little less energy return, and 4G Soft feels a bit more crisp, and a bit more energy return. 4G Soft also holds tension a bit better. If you are looking to experiment with strings, then give it a try, but not sure I would switch to the string, just because of the designer of the string...Troy, TW
Multifilament is only good for beginners? Is it good for advanced players with arm issues?
Multi or synthetic gut for intermediate to advanced players with arm issue?
If you are experiencing arm issues, multis will be your best option, usually no matter what level you play, unless you want to go with natural gut, which is even better. For mutlis we usually prefer strings like Tecnifibre NRG2 or X-one Biphase, NXT Power, Gamma Professional, and for some cheaper options, Head Velocity MLT, Wilson Sensation, Tecnifibre Multifeel (although sort of in between a multi and syn gut). Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse thanks Troy, Will one keep the tension of multi more than the usual poly to have the same level of control. Is yes, is there a simple formula, like usual +2 or +4 ?
@@anubhavsaksena, for tension we would usually go up about 4 pounds compared to the tension for a poly, although some might go up a little more and some a little less. If you want more control from a multi, try something like Tecnifibre Triax, or HDMX. Troy, TW
No love for Kevlar? Doesn't that hold tension better than Poly? Seems if you are going to hybrid, it is still a legitimate option.
I like a full bed of poly, but i would like more power. Should i lower tension or add lead? Or would a hybrid set up be good?
I would suggest to possibly try those things in a sequence. Add a little weight at the tip of the racquet, see how that feels. From there try dropping tension a by a few pounds, see how that feels. And if neither seem to do the job, that's when I would try a hybrid. Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse thanks
Kevlar material had been used since long time, why graphene materials (strongest then alupwr kevlar and graphite2D 10x 100x) STIL NOT USED TILL NOW SINCE 2013 Head used in frame ??
Hey TW, I recently tried out a hybrid with babolat vs touch gut and tecnifibre razor code. I really liked the feel of the babolat vs touch but I felt as if I needed a bit stiffer poly. I usually use either hyper g 16 or tour bite 16l and I love the spin out of both but I feel like some times my balls are sailing long because I don’t have a good feel. What would you recommend? And also if you recommend a hybrid, which string should go in the mains and crosses.
Thanks
If you want something with a firm/crisp feel, try Luxilon 4G (125) mixed with the natural gut. I have used natural gut in the mains, and Luxilon 4G in the crosses in the past, and that played very well, in my old Wilson Six One 95 18x20. Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse ive tried 4g but I feel like I need a crisp spin string along with the gut. 4g feels crisp but not enough spin potential I thought.
@@devanmelandro9945, You could try something like Solinco Confidential, Luxilon 4G Rough, or Tourna Big Hitter Silver 7 Tour. That said, you might take caution using a sharp-edged poly with the natural gut, because it may cause additional friction, and/or might dig into the natural gut more than a smooth poly. Troy, TW
Which strings last longer with or without use, also with a focus on Spin? What brand would you recommend for this use?
Tension wise, and play-ability the natural gut, or multifilaments hold up better over time, but poly strings take longer to actually snap, or break. It sounds like a hybrid might be a good choice for overall play-ability duration, and good spin potential. Cost aside, a natural gut in the mains and a slick poly in the crosses is a premier choice for all around play-ability. There is Wilson Champion's Choice, or you can make your own with something like Babolat Tonic, with Prince Tour XP in the crosses for a bit more value, or we something like the Klip X-Plosive Gut/Poly Hybrid, for lower price than most gut hybrids. Troy, TW
Nice video thanks
Polyester's feel is irreplaceable. But polyester isn't durable like this video suggests. It's the only string type that I break regularly. Think of it as a super soft tyre compound in racing. High performance, but you have to restring often.
Which poly string do you use on a regular basis? And which gauge? It is true that polyester monofilament strings tend to lose their tension, and play-ability characteristics quicker than most multifilament or natural gut strings, but they do typically take longer in order to snap them, compared to a multifilament or natural gut, when comparing a full bed of each. Troy, TW
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