Mikeler's Multis

[Ramon]

Originally Posted by mikeler

LT seemed to really stiffen up after about 3 matches and just did not feel good anymore after that. I'm looking forward to trying regular NXT out next month.

For me, NXT plays well until it breaks. Unfortunately, it breaks a bit prematurely so it doesn't get much of a chance to decline.

[mikeler]

Originally Posted by Power Player

I just went there to pick up some lead and grips..they were sold out.

Originally Posted by Ramon

For me, NXT plays well until it breaks. Unfortunately, it breaks a bit prematurely so it doesn't get much of a chance to decline.

The guy I played yesterday was surprised that it lasted as long as synthetic gut for him (3 to 4 sets). Another guy I play uses NXT as his "go to" setup and he only gets about 5 sets out of it.

[Passion4Tennis]

Mikeler,
Great thread...I'm a long time synthetic gut user that has only dabbled here and there with a few multis. I'm thinking about stringing up my I prestige mid with a full bed of pro supex maxim touch 17. I'm currently using psgd 17, and it feels too harsh, even at mid tension. I don't break strings that often, so I usually only change them when the tension drops too low. The tension range for the prestige is 48-58. Should I just string right it in the middle, or would you suggest going a little higher?

[Fuji]

Originally Posted by Power Player

I agree, I think that is why I love the stuff.

Soft strings in my racquet make me lose ball feel and play inconsistent.

I do get more power with it at 59#s (this tension also allows for the tension drop to kick in and the string just gets better).

Most multis move a lot, break kind of fast and do not generate a ton of spin. The 17 gauge RIP was moving, but still had insane spin and played like a poly in that regard.

Interested in seeing how the 16 gauge works.

I love the 16 gauge, but the 17 is just not my cup of tea at all. The 17 was just odd feeling for me. The 16 on the other hand is what I am totally grooved with. It's great!


-Fuji

[Ronaldo]

Originally Posted by Passion4Tennis

Mikeler,
Great thread...I'm a long time synthetic gut user that has only dabbled here and there with a few multis. I'm thinking about stringing up my I prestige mid with a full bed of pro supex maxim touch 17. I'm currently using psgd 17, and it feels too harsh, even at mid tension. I don't break strings that often, so I usually only change them when the tension drops too low. The tension range for the prestige is 48-58. Should I just string right it in the middle, or would you suggest going a little higher?

An iPrestige mid with less than NG? Forgetaboutit!

[mikeler]

Originally Posted by Passion4Tennis

Mikeler,
Great thread...I'm a long time synthetic gut user that has only dabbled here and there with a few multis. I'm thinking about stringing up my I prestige mid with a full bed of pro supex maxim touch 17. I'm currently using psgd 17, and it feels too harsh, even at mid tension. I don't break strings that often, so I usually only change them when the tension drops too low. The tension range for the prestige is 48-58. Should I just string right it in the middle, or would you suggest going a little higher?

Maxim Touch has a lot more power than PSGD, so consider a tension between the mid and upper range.

[dParis]

I got to hit for a couple of hours with Prince Premiere Attack last night. I can see why this string is quickly developing a fan base. I could identify no negatives with PPA. While it didn't strike me as outstanding in any one particular area, it performed very well in all aspects. Like I said, it has only been a couple of hours of hitting, but so far, PPA seems like a straight-forward multi with great performance at its price.

[Rozroz]

Originally Posted by dParis

I got to hit for a couple of hours with Prince Premiere Attack last night. I can see why this string is quickly developing a fan base. I could identify no negatives with PPA. While it didn't strike me as outstanding in any one particular area, it performed very well in all aspects. Like I said, it has only been a couple of hours of hitting, but so far, PPA seems like a straight-forward multi with great performance at its price.

it's not THAT cheap.. it's on the middle priced ones, no?

[mikeler]

Originally Posted by dParis

I got to hit for a couple of hours with Prince Premiere Attack last night. I can see why this string is quickly developing a fan base. I could identify no negatives with PPA. While it didn't strike me as outstanding in any one particular area, it performed very well in all aspects. Like I said, it has only been a couple of hours of hitting, but so far, PPA seems like a straight-forward multi with great performance at its price.

It is a little different from most multis but in a good way. Very much like the more expensive LT but softer. Hopefully I get a chance to play with it past tonight since my timing and footwork are not the greatest right now.

[dParis]

Originally Posted by Rozroz

it's not THAT cheap.. it's on the middle priced ones, no?

I never said it was cheap. You're right, though, it is somewhat middle of the pack price-wise but I look at string pricing like this: <$10=cheap, $10-$15=mid-priced. $15-$20=premium priced multi and >$20=gut. Cheaper strings I recall using are $6.50 (at the time) RIP Control (not right for me). $5 Alpha Gut2K (good) and $4 OGSM (nice to firm up a soft racquet, not sure I'd like it in my current, stiffer frame). I've found better playability in multis near the $10 point, where it makes sense to spend the extra $4-$6 and I'm speaking of the last two multis I've tried - Isospeed Pro classic and PPA. I love Gamma Pro ($20), but I don't find it to be worth $10 more than the other two, particularly the Isospeed and I see no value for me to spend an extra $20 on natural gut.

Originally Posted by mikeler

It is a little different from most multis but in a good way. Very much like the more expensive LT but softer. Hopefully I get a chance to play with it past tonight since my timing and footwork are not the greatest right now.

Interested in reading your review...

[Rozroz]

Originally Posted by dParis

I never said it was cheap. You're right, though, it is somewhat middle of the pack price-wise but I look at string pricing like this: <$10=cheap, $10-$15=mid-priced. $15-$20=premium priced multi and >$20=gut. Cheaper strings I recall using are $6.50 (at the time) RIP Control (not right for me). $5 Alpha Gut2K (good) and $4 OGSM (nice to firm up a soft racquet, not sure I'd like it in my current, stiffer frame). I've found better playability in multis near the $10 point, where it makes sense to spend the extra $4-$6 and I'm speaking of the last two multis I've tried - Isospeed Pro classic and PPA. I love Gamma Pro ($20), but I don't find it to be worth $10 more than the other two, particularly the Isospeed and I see no value for me to spend an extra $20 on natural gut.

well, if the cheap options are NO option for you, than i approve

[dParis]

Originally Posted by Rozroz

well, if the cheap options are NO option for you, than i approve

Thanks.

I was ready to bite the bullet on Gamma Pro as my regular string, but gave myself time to find an acceptable alternative at $10 or less. RIP didn't cut it, but I think ICC and PPA have.

P.S. Thanks for changing your avatar. It was scaring my children.

[mikeler]

Originally Posted by dParis

Thanks.

I was ready to bite the bullet on Gamma Pro as my regular string, but gave myself time to find an acceptable alternative at $10 or less. RIP didn't cut it, but I think ICC and PPA have.

P.S. Thanks for changing your avatar. It was scaring my children.

$20 for a multifilament string is too much.

[Rozroz]

Originally Posted by dParis

Thanks.

I was ready to bite the bullet on Gamma Pro as my regular string, but gave myself time to find an acceptable alternative at $10 or less. RIP didn't cut it, but I think ICC and PPA have.

P.S. Thanks for changing your avatar. It was scaring my children.

did you try Thunderblast? you might find it good for you, if you like low powered and a bit stiffer multi. and that's really cheap.

boy i didn't realize my crappy avatar caused so much pain and discomfort!
i already got 5-6 responses from post-traumatized members

[mikeler]

Originally Posted by Rozroz

did you try Thunderblast? you might find it good for you, if you like low powered and a bit stiffer multi. and that's really cheap.

boy i didn't realize my crappy avatar caused so much pain and discomfort!
i already got 5-6 responses from post-traumatized members

Thunder Blast is also good. I think just for the softness I like PPA better so far. The avatar change is most welcome.

[dParis]

Originally Posted by mikeler

$20 for a multifilament string is too much.

I agree. I'm glad I came to my senses.

Originally Posted by Rozroz

did you try Thunderblast? you might find it good for you, if you like low powered and a bit stiffer multi. and that's really cheap.

boy i didn't realize my crappy avatar caused so much pain and discomfort!
i already got 5-6 responses from post-traumatized members

Low power and stiffer sounds like RIP. Not my cup of tea. Iso is so comfortable and pockets like a premium string. Has bite and wasn't mushy in 8 hours of play. Don't know how long it will stay that way for me. I cut it to try PPA. I'll cut that for TF Multifeel, then leagues will begin and probably go back to ICC.

I saw someone in the shortest match thread thank you for your avatar change. Your current one almost looks pleasant in comparison.

[mikeler]

Originally Posted by dParis

I agree. I'm glad I came to my senses.

Low power and stiffer sounds like RIP. Not my cup of tea. Iso is so comfortable and pockets like a premium string. Has bite and wasn't mushy in 8 hours of play. Don't know how long it will stay that way for me. I cut it to try PPA. I'll cut that for TF Multifeel, then leagues will begin and probably go back to ICC.

I saw someone in the shortest match thread thank you for your avatar change. Your current one almost looks pleasant in comparison.

Thunder Blast does not have that random springiness of RIP Control. Spin is pretty good with it and when you hit the sweet spot, it has an X1 like feel. Still, it is stiffer than PPA no question about it. I believe MultiFeel changed their formula and is stiffer now.

[Ramon]

Originally Posted by mikeler

$20 for a multifilament string is too much.

Amen to that. If you shop for bargains you don't have to pay that much for a premium quality string. I played with Premier LT ($16 normally but free with my racquet) today and I think it's still getting better. In fact, it reminds me of PPA on my Babolat, LOL. I'm anxious to see how PPA plays on my Ki 5x when Premier LT breaks.

I think NXT belongs in that mid-priced category when you consider the mini-reel, but I'm not sure it's a great value due to how quickly it starts to fray. If Wilson packaged a more durable version of NXT (maybe NXT Max?) in a mini-reel for that price, I'd be very interested in that.

[ArliHawk]

Originally Posted by Ramon

Amen to that. If you shop for bargains you don't have to pay that much for a premium quality string. I played with Premier LT ($16 normally but free with my racquet) today and I think it's still getting better. In fact, it reminds me of PPA on my Babolat, LOL. I'm anxious to see how PPA plays on my Ki 5x when Premier LT breaks.

I think NXT belongs in that mid-priced category when you consider the mini-reel, but I'm not sure it's a great value due to how quickly it starts to fray. If Wilson packaged a more durable version of NXT (maybe NXT Max?) in a mini-reel for that price, I'd be very interested in that.

Which racket did you switch to?

[Ramon]

Originally Posted by ArliHawk

Which racket did you switch to?

I got rid of the Babolat APDGT and picked up the Pro Kennex Ki 5x. It's much easier on my arm, and I can swing more freely with it because of the lower power, so I'm happy.

Unfortunately, I'm having a hard time finding someone who will buy my old racquets because of the 4-5/8" grip. Does anyone out there have big hands?