Biphase 17 vs Biphase 16??

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walkman

New User

• Jun 12, 2013

• #1

How does the performance and playability compare between these strings?

I've been playing with the 17 gauge but would like the string to last longer.

 

Lukhas

Legend

• Jun 12, 2013

• #2

Thinner gauge:
-More power;
-More spin;
-More comfort;
-Less durability;
-Less tension maintenance;
-Less precision.
To quickly sum up.

Given how powerful X1-Biphase is, and the fact that it's a multi, maybe sticking with the 16 gauge will do better for the playability.

 

anubis

Hall of Fame

• Jun 12, 2013

• #3

I use 16g for my crosses with a hybrid, that's for longevity. if I was going full bed, I'd go 17 for bite.

 

mikeler

Moderator

• Jun 12, 2013

• #4

walkman said:

How does the performance and playability compare between these strings?

I've been playing with the 17 gauge but would like the string to last longer.

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Prestreched Biphase 16 is one darn good string. Might be worth a shot before trying something else.

 

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Rob1

Rookie

• Jun 13, 2013

• #5

I like the 17 gauge as it gives more power at a low tension.
A lower tension with this string makes the string not move.

 

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walkman

New User

• Jun 14, 2013

• #6

Rob1 said:

I like the 17 gauge as it gives more power at a low tension.
A lower tension with this string makes the string not move.

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What tension level? I had been stringing my prince racket at 62 with the 17 gauge, but now moving to the APD.

 

Beejay

New User

• Jun 14, 2013

• #7

I would go for 16g at 2~3 lb lower than with 17g. 17g breaks too fast (less than 8 hour with Wilson BLX PS 90 at 55lb).