Klip Armour Prestetch

[Il Mostro]

I am think of giving this a shot. Should I pre-stretch and, if so, how much? Thanks in advance.

 

[Il Mostro]

Pre-stretch

 

[NoBadMojo]

gentle. if not sure, best to not prestretch this string at all

 

[PBODY99]

I don't stretch this string for my players.

 

[Il Mostro]

Thank you, I will not pre-stretch. I am looking forward to trying this in a TFlash 310. Do you think 2-3 pounds over the 56 pounds I am currently using for Xcel Power is a good starting point, or should I bump it up a little more?

I am not a big string breaker with 17 gauge multi's -- I am guessing that Armour 17g will be at least as durable. Correct assumption?

 

[tennisfreak15347]

if I'm certain, isnt it supposed to imitate a poly's low power with it's heavy synthetic coating?

 

[Il Mostro]

if I'm certain, isnt it supposed to imitate a poly's low power with it's heavy synthetic coating?

I have seen it described as similar to a gut/poly hybrid. I am trying it hoping for a firmer, less jumpy gut that still has the comfort, feel and spin attributes. My racquet has a very crisp feel with a fair amount of power, so my sense is that this might be a nice step up from high quality multi's.

 

[Blade0324]

I would say not don't pre stretch this one. Just not really condusive to doing so. It is a very interesting and unique string for sure. I really like the qualities of it in a full set especially but it is pretty good in a hybrid as well. I find great spin and control with it as well as good power.

 

[rasajadad]

I do not pre-stretch AP for my use. I haven't strung it for anyone else, though.

 

[Il Mostro]

Thanks for the feedback. I am using it strictly as a full set. Any suggestions regarding tension -- i.e. how far above the tension that I use on my usual multi's? Or, is this firm enough to go at the same tension?

 

[Blade0324]

I would personally tell you to go with the same tension as you use on your normal Multi's. 2 reasons for this. First it will give you a more accurate comparison to your normal strings if you string it up at the same tension. Second I have found that you don't need to string gut at a high tension to get good control from it. It is hard to describe but full gut gives a very unique combination of power and control.

 

[rasajadad]

String it at the same tension as your X-1 setups and you'll find more feel and control.

 

[Il Mostro]

Thanks guys -- will do.