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The modern standard for club and competitive players. A single solid core gives excellent durability and great spin potential. Not recommended for beginners or arm-sensitive players.
Hundreds of micro-fibres bonded together — soft, comfortable and powerful. Excellent for older players, anyone with arm sensitivity, and players who want comfort without sacrificing too much control.
A nylon core with outer wrapping. Good all-round performance at the lowest price. Not as durable or responsive as poly or multi, but perfectly adequate for players who play once a week or less.
Two different strings — one for the mains, one for the crosses. Typically pairs a poly main for spin with a softer multi cross for comfort. The best of both worlds for the right player.
Lower tension = more power and comfort. Higher tension = more control. When in doubt, start in the middle — you can always adjust next time.
Most club players do well in this range. Players who hit hard and want more control will gravitate toward the higher end or choose a stiffer string. Note: Jannik Sinner strings at around 60 lbs, while Adrian Mannarino famously strings as low as 24 lbs — proof that there is no universal answer. Start in the middle and adjust from there.
Multis are more elastic and can be strung a little higher than polys. Lower end suits arm-conscious players and those wanting more power. Higher end gives more control and a crisper response.
Similar range to multifilament. A good all-round starting point for beginners and junior players who have not yet developed a preference.
A hybrid is two different strings working together — one in the mains (vertical) and a different one in the crosses (horizontal). The two strings do not need to be the same type. What matters is how their characteristics complement each other. For example: a rough shaped poly paired with a round poly gives maximum spin through snap-back. A stiffer multifilament like Velocity paired with a softer multifilament like Multifeel gives comfort with a touch more crispness. Or two strings can complement each other in an entirely different way depending on what the player needs. Tension on hybrids typically sits between 50–58 lbs — we will advise specifically based on your setup when you book.
Not sure what tension to use? Leave it blank on the booking form — tell us your racket model and string choice and we will recommend the right tension. We string to the exact pound on a calibrated machine.
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