nylon string pricing(Selected strings listed in order of string stiffness. Prices in include string, labor, and taxes. See footnotes for additional information.)
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Prince Premier Touch
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characteristics
Made with twisted ribbons to mimic the
construction of natural gut, this is one of the softest
strings on the market. Super option for
any player looking for maximum comfort and shock absorption, this
multifilament offers very good power potential. Great choice for a range of players seeking
a responsive sting, and with its comfort level, it makes a great cross sting
in a hybrid set up.
Stiffness Index: 145 Tension Loss: 17.57 |
guage16
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mm1.30
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price$39
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Babolat Xcel
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Excellent combination of comfort, touch and feel, this newer version of Xcel adds a durability upgrade to Babolat's time-tested original recipe. Increased durability allows stronger players with longer strokes to enjoy maximum playability. While this one has more than enough pop for players with shorter strokes, the control is actually quite good for the breed. Suitable to all ability levels, Xcel is a genuine treat for any non-poly player who wants to experience one of the most responsive multifilaments on the market. Comfortable,
with a nice blend of feel & playability.
Stiffness Index: 176 Tension Loss: 9.66 |
16
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1.30
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$40
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Tecnifibre X-One BiPhase
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A premium multifilament string, X-One BiPhase
gives superb comfort, feel and a crisp response. Good choice for players
seeking an arm-friendly string without sacrificing power. This high-end multifilament offers exceptional ball pocketing and very good tension maintenance.
Stiffness Index: 192 Tension Loss: 10.08 |
16
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1.30
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$39
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Tecnifibre NRG2
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One of the most comfortable and responsive strings available. With playability so close to natural gut
that you'll want to check the packet for hoof prints, NRG2 is a premium
quality multifilament synthetic string. Excellent touch and feel.
Stiffness Index: 197 Tension Loss: 8.05 |
16
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1.32
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$40
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Wilson NXT
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Offers
optimal comfort, touch, power, and feel. Players with slow to moderate swing
speeds will benefit from the power of NXT. Great for all types of players
that love the classic gut-like feel of a multifilament, as well as being a
great option for polyester string users as part of a hybrid. Tennis elbow
sufferers looking for a softer, more comfortable string should also give NXT
a try.
Stiffness Index: 198 Tension Loss: 10.69 |
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1.30
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$38
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Babolat Addiction
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Nice
choice for the player looking for power, comfort, and feel. However, it plays
slightly firmer than its counterpart XCel, offering less power and a bit more
control. This would be a great choice for the all-court player looking for
the soft feel of a multifilament, but wanting a little more control and
durability.
Stiffness Index: 198 Tension Loss: 11.79 |
16
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1.30
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$34
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Wilson Synthetic Gut Extreme
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Nice
balance of playability and durability in a cost effective, base level
synthetic.
Stiffness Index: 205 Tension Loss: 10.30 |
16
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1.28
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$25
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Wilson Sensation
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Comfortable
playing string with a nice blend of feel & playability. Known for its
vibration dampening qualities, Sensation original lives up to its
long-standing reputation as an arm-friendly string choice. Great option for
players seeking a soft, playable alternative to natural gut, or for those
seeking a more comfortable selection compared to the stiffer synthetic guts.
Stiffness Index: 209 Tension Loss: 11.55 |
16
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1.30
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$32
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Prince Synthetic Gut w/Duraflex
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#1
selling string in the world. Something
for everyone: good playability, good durability, at a good price.
Stiffness Index: 213 Tension Loss: 12.04 |
16
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1.30
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$25
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Babolat N.VY
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Solid-core nylon synthetic gut offers all-around
playability at an affordable price. This string is great for player's with
longer, faster strokes looking for a good blend between playability and
control. In addition, N.VY features a unique IMS outer coating, designed to
increase durability over other synthetic gut strings.
Stiffness Index: 216 Tension Loss: 12.19 |
16
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1.30
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$28
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Prince Original Synthetic
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The
original synthetic gut. Despite all
the years and advancements in technology, there's something unique about this
string that's kept it going. Offering a classic blend of playability and
durability , this is the industry standard for synthetics.
Stiffness Index: 217 Tension Loss: 11.67 |
16
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1.30
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$25
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Notes:
Stiffness index is a measure of how firm a string feels upon installation. The lower the number, the softer the string; a higher number represents a stiffer feeling string. Additionally, a lower value indicates a stringbed that supplies more power, while a higher stiffness index means the player must supply the power.
Tension loss represents the total amount of string relaxation both over a defined amount of time and impact in a test environment. Values are measured in pounds, with higher values indicating a greater tension loss, and lower values represent less tension loss.
Data for Stiffness Index and Tension Loss taken from USRSA test results.
Stiffness index is a measure of how firm a string feels upon installation. The lower the number, the softer the string; a higher number represents a stiffer feeling string. Additionally, a lower value indicates a stringbed that supplies more power, while a higher stiffness index means the player must supply the power.
Tension loss represents the total amount of string relaxation both over a defined amount of time and impact in a test environment. Values are measured in pounds, with higher values indicating a greater tension loss, and lower values represent less tension loss.
Data for Stiffness Index and Tension Loss taken from USRSA test results.
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