String for Steam 99s? - Page 7

Mongolmike · 02-15-2013, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by D-money

That's too bad. I bet it looks sharp to with the red strings. I've liked those in other sticks. Anyone try red code? Not just because its red but because its a firmer poly that might compliment the string pattern.

Speaking of red strings, in the 105s I've tried Kirschbaum Pro Line II- which I liked very much... tho like most strings the durability isn't much more than 6 hours... and I'm currently trying Babolat Revenge (which is also red). Not liking this so much. Played doubles the other night 2 hours... will give it one more session... if I still don't like it I'll cut it.

Comparing the two... the Pro Line felt livelier and the corresponding notching was heavier, so I think the strings were sliding back and forth better.... in fact I noticed with the Revenge that I had to re-adjust the strings a few times... something I rarely have to do with new poly. Also the Revenge was a little less powered in comparison. I played alright, just wasn't impressed with the Revenge. I've got one pack left of this, I'll try it lower tension next time.

JackB1 · 02-19-2013, 08:10 AM

has anyone tried a hybrid in the 99s with something to soften it up a little in the crosses? I am wondering how a hybrid of a poly/NXT Control would play? NXT Control is a poly/multi combo string and it's a pretty thick 16g.

Some other ideas for crosses possibly would be....

Gosen AK Pro Spin 15L 1.34
Gamma FTX 16 1.30
Volkl VWrap 16 1.30

cluelessmoose · 02-19-2013, 10:15 AM

Has anyone tried isospeed black fire in this racket?

racertempo · 02-20-2013, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by cluelessmoose

Has anyone tried isospeed black fire in this racket?

Probably not since it is new, TW just started carrying it but not sure how long it has been on the market.

D-money · 02-20-2013, 07:01 AM

I know the "has anyone tried" additions aren't the most helpful but I think I'm going to try big banger original in this stick once my 4G dies. I just put
4G in yesterday as so far it's the most consistent performer. I alwas liked BBO for what it was and based off of the string friction rankings it's better than most luxilon including 4G in terms of inter string friction. So that said...... Anyone tried big banger original in the 99S?

tennis_nut · 03-04-2013, 08:13 PM

Hi, did you get a chance to try out the Big Banger Original in the 99S? I have a set that I want to try but don't know what tension I should go with. I've been playing Discho Iontec Salmon @ 58 lbs. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

D-money · 03-04-2013, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by tennis_nut

Hi, did you get a chance to try out the Big Banger Original in the 99S? I have a set that I want to try but don't know what tension I should go with. I've been playing Discho Iontec Salmon @ 58 lbs. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

I haven't I've e got 2 more sets of 4g to get through. I may just get some anyway but I want to give 4g a fair shake.

02-19-2013, 08:10 AM	#122
JackB1 Legend Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 8,272	has anyone tried a hybrid in the 99s with something to soften it up a little in the crosses? I am wondering how a hybrid of a poly/NXT Control would play? NXT Control is a poly/multi combo string and it's a pretty thick 16g. Some other ideas for crosses possibly would be.... Gosen AK Pro Spin 15L 1.34 Gamma FTX 16 1.30 Volkl VWrap 16 1.30 __________________ Wilson Black Blade 104 - NXT Tour / Copoly at 55/51 Last edited by JackB1 : 02-19-2013 at 08:23 AM.

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