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Comment on Discho Iontec Tennis String by David Henry

David Henry — Mon, 14 May 2012 04:00:32 +0000

Ouch Dude – Harsh words.

I make mistakes like everyone, and I’ll give you the point that I should have stated “If you hit a flat ball, poly strings are probably not for you.” However… I stick by my belief…

Co-poly strings are not ideal for flat hitters. Co-poly strings are, without a doubt, best suited for players that have topspin-producing groundstrokes with fast racquet head speed. Players with these types of strokes will get the full benefit of co-poly strings… Incredible spin and action on the ball.

I’m not saying that flat hitters don’t use co-poly strings. Many do. However, I feel strongly that co-poly strings are not ideal for flat hitters – especially a full bed of co-poly. In fact, I’ve had several flat-hitting clients who insisted upon trying co-poly strings (because of their popularity at all levels of the game – especially on Tour), but they ended up hating the way co-poly played for them. Too stiff and board-like. Anyway…

You’re certainly entitled to your opinion about co-poly strings and to your opinion about me. I won’t lose any sleep over either of your opinions.

Take care.

Comment on Discho Iontec Tennis String by Jack

Jack — Sun, 13 May 2012 19:11:29 +0000

“If you hit a flat ball, poly strings are not for you”

Huh??

This guy doesn’t have a clue what he’s talking about.

Comment on 5 Ways to Know if Co-Poly Tennis Strings Are for You by David Henry

David Henry — Tue, 01 May 2012 23:34:22 +0000

Tony – Thanks for the comment. I have some tennis elbow issues, so I err on the side of caution with regard to cutting out my strings. I usually cut them out after about eight hours of singles play. I could probably eek out a couple more hours with them, but I would rather be safe than sorry.

Hybrid… It depends. If you like the way a full bed of co=poly suits your game, then stick with it. If it is giving you arm problems, then yes… Consider using a hybrid with a softer multi or gut. If you want more power and touch/feel, then yes… Consider using a hybrid with a softer multi or gut.

Hope this helps. Take care.

Comment on 5 Ways to Know if Co-Poly Tennis Strings Are for You by Tony

Tony — Tue, 01 May 2012 21:58:37 +0000

Hey David. I fit most of what you listed. I do lack some head speed, but I was just wondering how often you cut out your strings. I currently use a full bed of co-poly in mid 40′s and I usually cut them out every 2 months. Thing is I feel the strings starting to really die by 1 month and dead by 1.5 months, a board by 2. Also, would you suggest going a hybrid?

Comment on 5 Ways to Know if Co-Poly Tennis Strings Are for You by David Henry

David Henry — Tue, 01 May 2012 02:58:40 +0000

Hey Larry! Some manufacturers recommend that you string co-poly a certain percentage below what you would for other types of strings. Some manufacturers don’t make this suggestion. It is my personal opinion that you should string co-poly at least a few pounds lower than what you would string a mono or multi synthetic gut – or even natural gut.

To give you some perspective… Prior to switching to a full bed of co-poly (Luxilon), I was using some high-end multis at 65 lbs. When I first switched to Lux, I dropped the tension to 62. From there, I gradually decreased it in 1 pound increments until I finally settled in at 57. To be honest, I could probably even go a pound or two lower and still love how it plays.

Take care.

Comment on 5 Ways to Know if Co-Poly Tennis Strings Are for You by Larry

Larry — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:50:36 +0000

David,
I was told to string Luxilon co-poly strings at a 10% lower tension that standard synthetic gut (mono or multifilament). So if you normally string at 57 lbs., you would string the Luxilon at 52 lbs. I have done the same tension reduction on Babolat RPM Blast.
Does this hold true as a rule of thumb for all co-poly strings?

Thanks,
Larry

Comment on Free Tennis String by David Henry

David Henry — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 03:37:51 +0000

Stay tuned Joel. More string give-away contests coming very soon.

Comment on 5 Ways to Know if Co-Poly Tennis Strings Are for You by David Henry

David Henry — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 03:37:19 +0000

The terms are really synonymous. For example, some people will call Alu Power a “poly”, and others will call it a “co-poly”. Co-poly is the more correct term, but poly is the more common term.

I’m glad you’re liking MSV Focus Hex 17. I have never played it but have strung it for a few clients. And… I’m glad you’re elbow is like new.

Take care.

Comment on Free Tennis String by Joel Carrera

Joel Carrera — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 02:58:43 +0000

i need new strings

Comment on 5 Ways to Know if Co-Poly Tennis Strings Are for You by Winslow

Winslow — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 04:46:11 +0000

David, great to see a new post. Can you comment on the differences between poly and co-poly. Seems like polys were on the market first, why this evolution?

I’m a multifilament guy but am trying MSV Focus Hex 17 right now and am liking it especially from the baseline – just like you mentioned. I’ve fully recovered from tennis elbow two years ago, no problems with this string as of now.