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Originally Posted by dash_pinched
Just want to highlight this point by EE as it is very important (along with Jack mentioning string tension). If you want to go the poly route, I would string in the low to mid 40's as I find it expands the sweet spot, gives you a little more power while at the same time being more comfortable. If you like a higher tension, then go with a multifilament like Tecnifibre X-One Bi-phase or Triax. They are pricier strings, however.
I like both Yonex Poly Tour Pro and Ytex Quadro Twist, both are softer poly strings. Of course, if money is no issue, you can always go with gut, but then you probably want a hybrid setup with a poly string on the crosses (gut on the mains). Then everyone will call you Fed  |
When I use Poly (Hyper G Soft I quite like) I always string below 45 lbs but with arm issues creeping in my string of choice right now is X-One BiPhase as it has near gut comfort and a lot of power potential requiring tensions of at least 54 lbs. It's just unfortunate that it's also one of the priciest strings out there with below average longevity. Head Velocity MLT is probably the best value Multi string out there and I dabble in that as well for cost savings.
Another issue with Poly strings is that for average players they will last a very long time before breaking and that means a lot of people play with them long after they are dead and bad for your arm. You should gauge how many hours you have played on the string and consider re-stringing after 8-15 hours of play with poly strings.