First time using co-poly strings

[emr82]

Hello Everyone,

I'm a synthetic-gut user about to make the leap to co-poly strings...

What do I need to consider when using co-polys for the first time?

I generally like my string tension around 57-59 lbs. Do I need to drop tension when using a co-poly string?

Currently looking at the MSV Co-Focus. I do hit with a lot of spin but am i bit afraid to jump right into the Hex version of this string.

Thanks in advance for any advice you can offer!

 

[Bottom_Edge]

Next time, please do a search of the forum. This question has been answered in detail many times over.
Co-polys need to be strung 5-10% looser than what you're using, that means a drop of around 4-5 pounds for most. But the exact tension required, and for which string you should use, depends finally on personal preference.
So try out a few and decide, or look around the forum for other people's experiences.

 

[TennisCJC]

Agreed with BE above; drop tension 5-10%.

Also, demo several strings and select the one you like.

Strongly suggest that a hybrid is better than all co-poly. My opinion is all poly is best only if you are big time basher in the Nadal or Blake mode. All courters with more variety and a little less spin should go with a hybrid. Co-poly mains with syn gut or multi crosses for more durability and control. Syn gut or multi mains with co-poly crosses for more power, comfort and feel but with some added control and durability from the co-poly cross. Both setups are good for spin as the co-poly gives a bit more spin.

 

[Preston]

I would also recommend starting out with a softer copoly. Ease your way into poly strings as they are harder on your body.

A couple soft copolyes that I really like are Topspin Cyber Blue and Pro Supex Big Ace Micro. SPPP is a good all around one, but not quite as forgiving os the other two although I wouldn't say it's hars either.

Enjoy and if your arm starts to hurt, stop using polys.

 

[mcneilm]

Apologies if this is not the right thread to re-open on this, but has anyone got any advice on how to make stringing with co-poly's easier? I'm using pro's pro blackout, but the stuff is like wire in your hand, and threading the crosses is an absolute nightmare. Do I just need to toughen up? Or are there some tricks to making it as easy to string as synthetics?

 

[Herb]

Practice. After your first 500 or so racquets you won't even notice that it is stiffer.

 

[loosegroove]

@mcneilm , I assume you're using the weave one ahead method? Other than that, it's time to toughen up buttercup

 

[am1899]

Weave 1 ahead. You can also try the “V” weaving technique - weave the first half of the cross toward the throat, then the second half back up toward the grommet you’re going to feed the string through. This gets you weaving more on a diagonal, which may be a little easier. Other than that, it’s practice and repetition. @Herb is right - once you do enough racquets, it won’t matter much what type of string it is.

 

[mcneilm]

Ok I’ll toughen up, I do weave one ahead and v it and I’ve done hundreds of syn guts, but this poly stuff is haaarrrd

 

[Muppet]

Ok I’ll toughen up, I do weave one ahead and v it and I’ve done hundreds of syn guts, but this poly stuff is haaarrrd

If you try to push the tip of the poly string across the mains, I agree that it is hard. I pull enough slack through to string one cross then bend it into sort of a loop and pull or push the middle of the loop through the mains. Pull more slack if the weave gets tight. It's much easier this way.

 

[Ronaldo]

@mcneilm , I assume you're using the weave one ahead method? Other than that, it's time to toughen up buttercup

 

[mcneilm]

If you try to push the tip of the poly string across the mains, I agree that it is hard. I pull enough slack through to string one cross then bend it into sort of a loop and pull or push the middle of the loop through the mains. Pull more slack if the weave gets tight. It's much easier this way.

Thanks for the tip!

 

[travlerajm]

I was a longtime Kevlar hybrid user. I switched to poly crosses 10 years ago, and my game went in the tank for 10 years. Then I ditched the poly type strings recently, and my results immediately improved. And since the switch back to my current 16g Kevlar/15L nylon hybrid, I’ve been improving every week and playing more consistently.

 

[Muppet]

Thanks for the tip!

You're welcome.

 

[travlerajm]

I was a longtime Kevlar hybrid user. I switched to poly crosses 10 years ago, and my game went in the tank for 10 years. Then I ditched the poly type strings recently, and my results immediately improved. And since the switch back to my current 16g Kevlar/15L nylon hybrid, I’ve been improving every week and playing more consistently.

I forgot to add, the poly crosses gave me more spin.