Weiss Cannon B5E - Page 2

DrpShot! · 09-27-2012, 10:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pvaudio

This thread was started two years ago, so yes, someone did search to find it.

Dang! Apologies to OP!

Torres · 09-27-2012, 11:02 AM

Bit of a one dimensional string in my view.

Yes, it generates a ton of spin with a ton of grab and bite on the ball. Yes, its low powered, and control orientated. Yes, its practically impossible to hit the ball out of the court with this string. But it's dead(ish) feeling, doesn't offer a great amount of feel or touch, its very much like a on/off switch in terms of its power modulation, and spin production. There's just something missing with this string in my view - too much of an on/off switch and simply not enough adjustability.

A very particular type of string, for a very particular type of player, looking for a very specific set of characteristics. Not an all around poly by any means.

In fact, come to think of it, I know someone at my club who this string will probably suit. He's a big hitting 'all or nothing' type of player with a HH Radical and a frequent string breaker. Huge but inconsistent serve (several aces, several DFs), huge groundstrokes that either leave a dent in the court with smoke trails or fly into the net/side fence/back fence, and he'll try and hit winners from ultra defensive positions (without much success, I should say). And because he's a young, physically powerful sort of guy, I doubt that any stiffness issues will bother him. And since he's not really a touch player, I doubt that the lack of feel will bother him either. I think I'm going to try and punt the rest my reel onto him.

bad_call · 09-27-2012, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bad_call

after B5E rally hitting - here's my 2 cents. B5E as compared to TT 1.24:

power: B5E < TT, control: TT < B5E, spin: TT < B5E, comfort: TT < B5E (slight difference)

B5E/NVy hybrid remains the go-to string setup for this old player. suggested the same setup to a young gun with a good serve (placement & power = mucho aces) & big forehand. the dude raves about his wins with it.

pvaudio · 09-27-2012, 04:35 PM

As I've said many many times, B5E is next to mediocre as a full bed poly. In the mains as a hybrid, then it's top class IMO.

Torres · 09-28-2012, 04:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pvaudio

As I've said many many times, B5E is next to mediocre as a full bed poly. In the mains as a hybrid, then it's top class IMO.

Which goes to show that its not a great string in the first place and needs another string to compensate for its shortcomings.

bad_call · 09-29-2012, 06:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Torres

Which goes to show that its not a great string in the first place and needs another string to compensate for its shortcomings.

for those not afraid to venture "outside the box" string combos/variations might provide desired results. it's all about the results...like wood & nails, mortar mix & water, wort & yeast...

ricki · 09-29-2012, 08:01 AM

How do you guys like it in fullbed for slices? Is it "best" for slicing? Thanks.

09-27-2012, 11:02 AM	#22
Torres Hall Of Fame Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 3,624	Bit of a one dimensional string in my view. Yes, it generates a ton of spin with a ton of grab and bite on the ball. Yes, its low powered, and control orientated. Yes, its practically impossible to hit the ball out of the court with this string. But it's dead(ish) feeling, doesn't offer a great amount of feel or touch, its very much like a on/off switch in terms of its power modulation, and spin production. There's just something missing with this string in my view - too much of an on/off switch and simply not enough adjustability. A very particular type of string, for a very particular type of player, looking for a very specific set of characteristics. Not an all around poly by any means. In fact, come to think of it, I know someone at my club who this string will probably suit. He's a big hitting 'all or nothing' type of player with a HH Radical and a frequent string breaker. Huge but inconsistent serve (several aces, several DFs), huge groundstrokes that either leave a dent in the court with smoke trails or fly into the net/side fence/back fence, and he'll try and hit winners from ultra defensive positions (without much success, I should say). And because he's a young, physically powerful sort of guy, I doubt that any stiffness issues will bother him. And since he's not really a touch player, I doubt that the lack of feel will bother him either. I think I'm going to try and punt the rest my reel onto him. Last edited by Torres : 09-27-2012 at 02:01 PM.

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode