Is there poly that doesnt notch?

[ron schaap]

With the Wilson Clash i experience fast notching of even 1.27 gauge poly in already 2 sessions.
So would there be a moderately priced poly that does not notch so fast because that greatly reduces its spin potential?

 

[2ndServe]

the key to not notching is getting a hard main string and a soft cross string.

 

[Dartagnan64]

the key to not notching is getting a hard main string and a soft cross string.

But then the main will notch the cross and lock the string bed?

I would presume the opposite would be better so that the cross will notch the main but that will still allow the mains to move. Just will eventually saw through the string bed.

I'd assume the best would be hard mains and hard crosses to avoid any notching but that is a recipe for arm problems.

 

[ron schaap]

But then the main will notch the cross and lock the string bed?

I would presume the opposite would be better so that the cross will notch the main but that will still allow the mains to move. Just will eventually saw through the string bed.

I'd assume the best would be hard mains and hard crosses to avoid any notching but that is a recipe for arm problems.

yes i m of the same opinion. I also find that when the notch is relatively deep then there is not any movement anymore. does not matter if its the mains or the crosses that notch. If the crosses notch in a hybrid than one would only have to restring the crosses but still.

 

[esgee48]

What are the strings in the mains and crosses? What were the ref tensions? Your description of 1.27mm poly leaves A LOT to be interpreted. For all we know, you could be using a round main and shaped cross.

 

[CosmosMpower]

Solinco revolution only notches in the cross strings but the main strings slide freely until it breaks.

 

[ron schaap]

What are the strings in the mains and crosses? What were the ref tensions? Your description of 1.27mm poly leaves A LOT to be interpreted. For all we know, you could be using a round main and shaped cross.

i tried topspin cybertwirl 1.27 at 23-22kg on a clash tour and also MSV hex 1.27 at 22kg mains with Tech red code wax 1.25 at 21 kg cross. not only were there severe notches on Hex but the sharp edges were smoothed much faster than when i used hex 1.27 fb in a 16x20 patterned racquet. Why should i use profiled poly in the cross and round in mains because that would not benefit from extra spin potential?

 

[onehandbh]

I currently use a full bed of Volkl Cyclone 17 (1.25). I noticed that both crosses and mains get notched.

I recently tried putting Volkl Cyclone 18 in my Blade Pro 16x19. 58 lbs.
After 2 hours of doubles and an hour of hitting, Both mains & crosses are notched to the point they "click" loudly if I try to move them. When it gets closer to being 50% notched thru the diameter then the strings have lost a lot of tension and can break easily for me.

I don't think I hit particularly hard or with a massive amount of spin, so I'm guessing this is just something that happens to most strings.

 

[ChanterRacquet]

Cyclone tour seems to notch in the mains but not in the crosses so the mains can still move around freely. The twist shape gets rubbed away on the crosses instead of notching.

 

[SeeItHitIt]

Revolve or Head Hawk are notch ‘resistant’. I’m sure there are others (I haven’t found them. Nothing is notch-proof.

 

[2ndServe]

But then the main will notch the cross and lock the string bed?

I would presume the opposite would be better so that the cross will notch the main but that will still allow the mains to move. Just will eventually saw through the string bed.

I'd assume the best would be hard mains and hard crosses to avoid any notching but that is a recipe for arm problems.

I've never seen the crosses develop a notch and I've tried a ton of combos. I've had soft multi in the cross fray but it still slide around

 

[Yamin]

clash tour and also MSV hex 1.27 at 22kg mains with Tech red code wax 1.25 at 21 kg cross. not only were there severe notches on Hex

I'm definitely not an expert but Wax is much stiffer than Hex so that could be the issue. Perhaps try the MSV in full bed?

How did you like MSV in the clash notching aside? I was thinking of giving it a go..

 

[ron schaap]

I'm definitely not an expert but Wax is much stiffer than Hex so that could be the issue. Perhaps try the MSV in full bed?

How did you like MSV in the clash notching aside? I was thinking of giving it a go..

Yes the stiffer Wax could be the cause of notching. however i got very good spin and depth when fresh. Take note Hex is rather stiff feeling too with misses some pop. Probably fb Hex 1.27 would last longer. If you did not buy allready new strings then maybe the Hex soft would be better fit. Or if you like thin strings, go for the thinner 1.18 which is livier.

 

[Anthonykaelin]

But then the main will notch the cross and lock the string bed?

I would presume the opposite would be better so that the cross will notch the main but that will still allow the mains to move. Just will eventually saw through the string bed.

I'd assume the best would be hard mains and hard crosses to avoid any notching but that is a recipe for arm problems.

The mains are far less likely top notch the crosses because the mains are sliding back and forth against the crosses with “snap back”. So I agree with the earlier comments re hard main, softer crosses. Poly mains, multi crosses is a typical hybrid.

 

[PaddyDutch]

I've never seen the crosses develop a notch and I've tried a ton of combos. I've had soft multi in the cross fray but it still slide around

You are absolutely right. Due to the nature of their movement (for 90% mains moving sideways across the cross string) the mains will notch and the crosses will wear thin over a larger area.

using a softer and round cross will slightly decrease notching. However… using a multi like Velocity will not last long either because you will wear down through the outer. Then the movement of the mains is also hindered. So a round soft poly is the way to go. I like Head Sonic Pro.