StringStrungStrang
Professional
The Speed has a different make up than Comfort / Feel. So I get having Speed / Comfort or Feel. But IMO Comfort and feel are too similar and just confuse the issue.
PLAYTEST - Yonex REXIS FEEL 1.30 & 1.25
- Thread starter TW Staff
- Start date
PBODY99
Legend
Just arrived at 6 pm April 18, 2022
Gauge received: 1.30mm / 16g
Tension(s) used for play test: 55 pounds on a lockout machine.
I lightly pre-streched the string and let it sit over night to allow time for it to off gas.
It has a slick coating leading to easy installation.
Regular string set up: Prince Premier Control 1.30 mm
Racquet used for test Prince O3 Phantom 100 [1st generation ]
Gauge received: 1.30mm / 16g
Tension(s) used for play test: 55 pounds on a lockout machine.
I lightly pre-streched the string and let it sit over night to allow time for it to off gas.
It has a slick coating leading to easy installation.
Regular string set up: Prince Premier Control 1.30 mm
Racquet used for test Prince O3 Phantom 100 [1st generation ]
- Power/Control of test string ; The string was very linear in its response, More power than PPC
- Feel : touch shot easy to execute, no harsh vibrations.
- Spin was good for a multi both in absorbing incoming pace and generating slice on my serve.
- Durability resisted notching for the 1st four hours
- Playability Duration; 4 hours hard court + 5 hours on red clay before it broke.
- Tension Recommendations I would install it at plus 3 pounds if the weather warms up above the low 70's
- List any additional thoughts: Easy to string but it ghosted more than I expected. Little coil memory I want to thank Yonex & TW for the chance to try this string
Crimsonchen
Rookie
PLAYTEST - Yonex REXIS FEEL 1.30
Gauge received: 16g/ 1.30mm
Tension(s) used for playtest: 62 lbs
Regular string set up: Generally Poly Tour Pro mains and a multifilament cross at 57/59 lbs
Racquet used for test: Head Speed Pro Black 2021
Power/Control: This string has the power that you'd expect from a multifilament. So in regards to power, I can complain about anything here. Even at 62 lbs, this string was pretty powerful. Control was a little off for me. I think 80% of the time, this string had good control and spin to keep the ball in play, but there were just times where if I wasn't tuned in with my forehand, the ball would fly way long. Compared to other multifilaments, this control from this string is top notch. One thing I also enjoyed was my volleys as the touch was phenomenal.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?): As expected for a multifilament, the feel on this string is top tier and was made for comfort. The feel reminded me of other top multis like X1 Biphase and Wilson NXT. As I said earlier, the touch around the net was a bonus with the overall feel of the string.
Spin: Spin was average, but this was expected for a multifilament. A lot of my shots were flat with this string so I wouldn't expect very much of a boost in spin with this string
Durability (notching? string displacement? premature breakage?): This string's weak point is its' durability. Of course with any multifilament, these strings aren't made for durability. If you aren't a string breaker, this shouldn't be an issue. I noticed notching within an hour of singles. The string broke in about 9 hours which is usually what I would expect from a multifilament in my 18x20 Speed Pro.
Playability Duration: I didn't notice any drop off in playability within the 9 hours of use. I've always felt that multifilaments play better when they are close to snapping and I had no issues with playability drop with this string.
Tension Recommendations (would you string it differently next time - why): I would probably keep the tension above 60 lbs for this string to get as much control as possible. It's got a lot of power being a multifilament and I need all the control I can get.
List any additional thoughts (optional) : Thoroughly enjoyed this string and would love to try it in the hybrid with a poly main. I think the price is a little high for those looking to find a budget multifilament, but at the same time, I think this string competes with the top multifilaments on the market.
Gauge received: 16g/ 1.30mm
Tension(s) used for playtest: 62 lbs
Regular string set up: Generally Poly Tour Pro mains and a multifilament cross at 57/59 lbs
Racquet used for test: Head Speed Pro Black 2021
Power/Control: This string has the power that you'd expect from a multifilament. So in regards to power, I can complain about anything here. Even at 62 lbs, this string was pretty powerful. Control was a little off for me. I think 80% of the time, this string had good control and spin to keep the ball in play, but there were just times where if I wasn't tuned in with my forehand, the ball would fly way long. Compared to other multifilaments, this control from this string is top notch. One thing I also enjoyed was my volleys as the touch was phenomenal.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?): As expected for a multifilament, the feel on this string is top tier and was made for comfort. The feel reminded me of other top multis like X1 Biphase and Wilson NXT. As I said earlier, the touch around the net was a bonus with the overall feel of the string.
Spin: Spin was average, but this was expected for a multifilament. A lot of my shots were flat with this string so I wouldn't expect very much of a boost in spin with this string
Durability (notching? string displacement? premature breakage?): This string's weak point is its' durability. Of course with any multifilament, these strings aren't made for durability. If you aren't a string breaker, this shouldn't be an issue. I noticed notching within an hour of singles. The string broke in about 9 hours which is usually what I would expect from a multifilament in my 18x20 Speed Pro.
Playability Duration: I didn't notice any drop off in playability within the 9 hours of use. I've always felt that multifilaments play better when they are close to snapping and I had no issues with playability drop with this string.
Tension Recommendations (would you string it differently next time - why): I would probably keep the tension above 60 lbs for this string to get as much control as possible. It's got a lot of power being a multifilament and I need all the control I can get.
List any additional thoughts (optional) : Thoroughly enjoyed this string and would love to try it in the hybrid with a poly main. I think the price is a little high for those looking to find a budget multifilament, but at the same time, I think this string competes with the top multifilaments on the market.
kevonian
Semi-Pro
Gauge
Yonex Rexis Feel in 1.25mm/16L
Tension
55lb
Stringing 8/10
It has a super smelly chemical odor out of the pack. It stays on your fingers after stringing so definitely wash your hands afterwards.
Very different than any other multi or non-poly I have used.
Regular String 55lb tension:
1.30mm Pro's Pro Synthetic Gut or any synthetic gut 50% of the time
1.25mm Pro's Pro Eruption other 50% during tournaments or league matches
Racquet
Yonex Dr98+ 16/19
Overall
9/10
Rexis Feel 1.25mm
Power/Control of test string
High power
Med-high power right off the stringer and the control felt perfect. Once about 1.5 hours in power increases and more slightly more topspin is needed.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?)
Stiff and muted but comfortable
Just like any other non-poly it feels a bit stiff after the first hour of hitting. I usually pick it up after a day and hit again and it feels muted but plays well. Comfort level is 10/10 no arm pain at all it feels like a pillow compared to poly.
Spin
7/10
Average spin for a non-poly. I didn't need to adjust any form or feel the need to hit a spinnier shot just to accommodate for the round string profile of the multi.
Durability
1/10
This lasted maybe 3 hours or 4 hours max. I'm not a heavy topspin player but regular synthetic gut lasts double the time before it breaks. Strings look slightly worn after 1 hour of singles rallying. At hour 2 the crosses in the sweetspot started to heavily fray. It was enough that I could peel the string like string cheese. At hour 3, I made sure I had a backup racquet because I knew it would pop. As expected, between 3-4 hours it popped on an overheard on the center main string.
As a cross string, I can see this lasting 2.5x what it lasted in a full bed. The crosses start fraying faster than the mains, but if you pair it with a round poly I can see this last between the 9-12 hour and possibly having the cross string pop before the poly main.
Playability Duration
10/10
Perfect playability throughout the time small change in feel after the first hour but no adjustments needed and it feels good throughout until it breaks.
Tension Recommendations
Mid 50 or higher
List any additional thoughts
Better suited for a cross string. Ideal for a player who hits a very flat ball and mainly doubles. With a medium amount of topspin, the strings start moving out of place and you have to straighten them after every point. This to me is a top tier multifilament and I would compare it to the likes of NXT or NRG.
Yonex Rexis Feel in 1.25mm/16L
Tension
55lb
Stringing 8/10
It has a super smelly chemical odor out of the pack. It stays on your fingers after stringing so definitely wash your hands afterwards.
Very different than any other multi or non-poly I have used.
Regular String 55lb tension:
1.30mm Pro's Pro Synthetic Gut or any synthetic gut 50% of the time
1.25mm Pro's Pro Eruption other 50% during tournaments or league matches
Racquet
Yonex Dr98+ 16/19
Overall
9/10
Rexis Feel 1.25mm
Power/Control of test string
High power
Med-high power right off the stringer and the control felt perfect. Once about 1.5 hours in power increases and more slightly more topspin is needed.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?)
Stiff and muted but comfortable
Just like any other non-poly it feels a bit stiff after the first hour of hitting. I usually pick it up after a day and hit again and it feels muted but plays well. Comfort level is 10/10 no arm pain at all it feels like a pillow compared to poly.
Spin
7/10
Average spin for a non-poly. I didn't need to adjust any form or feel the need to hit a spinnier shot just to accommodate for the round string profile of the multi.
Durability
1/10
This lasted maybe 3 hours or 4 hours max. I'm not a heavy topspin player but regular synthetic gut lasts double the time before it breaks. Strings look slightly worn after 1 hour of singles rallying. At hour 2 the crosses in the sweetspot started to heavily fray. It was enough that I could peel the string like string cheese. At hour 3, I made sure I had a backup racquet because I knew it would pop. As expected, between 3-4 hours it popped on an overheard on the center main string.
As a cross string, I can see this lasting 2.5x what it lasted in a full bed. The crosses start fraying faster than the mains, but if you pair it with a round poly I can see this last between the 9-12 hour and possibly having the cross string pop before the poly main.
Playability Duration
10/10
Perfect playability throughout the time small change in feel after the first hour but no adjustments needed and it feels good throughout until it breaks.
Tension Recommendations
Mid 50 or higher
List any additional thoughts
Better suited for a cross string. Ideal for a player who hits a very flat ball and mainly doubles. With a medium amount of topspin, the strings start moving out of place and you have to straighten them after every point. This to me is a top tier multifilament and I would compare it to the likes of NXT or NRG.
Nostradamus
Bionic Poster
was it more or less powerful than techfiber x1 biphase ? and that smell of the Yonex string is addicting ,, isnt' it ? i can't stop smelling it
GummiiBear
Semi-Pro
They have several POLYTOUR strings as well. Pro, Air, Spin, Rev, Fire, ...
stapletonj
Hall of Fame
Gauge received 16
Tension(s) used for playtest 55M 53X - 20% prestretch on gamma electronic stringer.
Regular string set up - 16ga. Klip Gut @ 62lbs. M / 17ga. Yonex PTP @ 55lbs. X
Racquet used for test - all red yonex vcore 100.
Power/Control of test string - The power is there, but is not effortless. A high speed swing will unlock the power, but lower speed swings will not unless the tension is in the lower range. With gut/syngut/nylon, these lower tensions produce power but significant "trampolining", no trampolining here.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?) Very plush feel as far as vibration/shock to arm on off center hits. The string was also quite easy on the arm. I am recovering from a pinched nerve in my neck and my usual setup was causing some pain with every swing, even when I hit the sweetspot cleanly. I found myself reaching in my bag for this setup more and more, as there was a noticeable difference in pain level, even at the higher tension (55lbs. Mains/53 crosses)
Spin - hit with a teaching pro with it today and noticed that my shots had less spin on them than usual with this string. Switched back to a deadish lower tension string poly (exact same set up racket) and the spin came back. I suspect that the higher tension has something to do with the difficulty generating spin.
Durability (notching? string displacement? premature breakage?) Other testers noted a short life, significant notching very early, etc. However, I am a flattish hitter with only moderate topspin or slice. After 3 hours of play, I let a friend play with it for a set to get his impressions. He is a younger singles player and hits with 4.5 level power and much more topspin than I. He absolutely loved it. I noticed that he gained some control over his poly setup, and afterwards I noted no notching. Perhaps Naomi Osaka has it right in that it makes a great string for a hybrid string job.
Began to see the first signs of notching/wear finally after about 6 hours of play. Another 10 hours of play later, slightly more notching, but it does not appear ready to snap.
Playability Duration - played consistently for entire time. Only felt a very slight drop in tension at the very end.
Tension Recommendations (would you string it differently next time - why) I would go down in tension next time. I think this would solve my spin problem. Hybrid-ing it with yonex smooth poly would make for a good alternative to my current setup. (Would have to drop tension significantly from the 62 lbs. my gut mains use, of course.) Unfortunately, the cost of this in the mains is not so significantly less than Klip gut, that it would make sense for a wholesale change. However, I have 3 rackets in my bag. Having one of them strung up with this string in case of wet/humid conditions or arm pain dictating a lower tension would be a good idea.
Tension(s) used for playtest 55M 53X - 20% prestretch on gamma electronic stringer.
Regular string set up - 16ga. Klip Gut @ 62lbs. M / 17ga. Yonex PTP @ 55lbs. X
Racquet used for test - all red yonex vcore 100.
Power/Control of test string - The power is there, but is not effortless. A high speed swing will unlock the power, but lower speed swings will not unless the tension is in the lower range. With gut/syngut/nylon, these lower tensions produce power but significant "trampolining", no trampolining here.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?) Very plush feel as far as vibration/shock to arm on off center hits. The string was also quite easy on the arm. I am recovering from a pinched nerve in my neck and my usual setup was causing some pain with every swing, even when I hit the sweetspot cleanly. I found myself reaching in my bag for this setup more and more, as there was a noticeable difference in pain level, even at the higher tension (55lbs. Mains/53 crosses)
Spin - hit with a teaching pro with it today and noticed that my shots had less spin on them than usual with this string. Switched back to a deadish lower tension string poly (exact same set up racket) and the spin came back. I suspect that the higher tension has something to do with the difficulty generating spin.
Durability (notching? string displacement? premature breakage?) Other testers noted a short life, significant notching very early, etc. However, I am a flattish hitter with only moderate topspin or slice. After 3 hours of play, I let a friend play with it for a set to get his impressions. He is a younger singles player and hits with 4.5 level power and much more topspin than I. He absolutely loved it. I noticed that he gained some control over his poly setup, and afterwards I noted no notching. Perhaps Naomi Osaka has it right in that it makes a great string for a hybrid string job.
Began to see the first signs of notching/wear finally after about 6 hours of play. Another 10 hours of play later, slightly more notching, but it does not appear ready to snap.
Playability Duration - played consistently for entire time. Only felt a very slight drop in tension at the very end.
Tension Recommendations (would you string it differently next time - why) I would go down in tension next time. I think this would solve my spin problem. Hybrid-ing it with yonex smooth poly would make for a good alternative to my current setup. (Would have to drop tension significantly from the 62 lbs. my gut mains use, of course.) Unfortunately, the cost of this in the mains is not so significantly less than Klip gut, that it would make sense for a wholesale change. However, I have 3 rackets in my bag. Having one of them strung up with this string in case of wet/humid conditions or arm pain dictating a lower tension would be a good idea.
appdach96
Rookie
Gauge received: 16LGA/ 1.25mm
Tension used for playtest: 58 lbs
Regular string set up: Tecnifibre X-One Biphase 16/1.30 in red OR Genesis Hexonic in 17g
Racquet used for test: Yonex Ezone 100 2022
Power/Control: I felt like this was a high power string, most of it was effortless. The first few times I hit with it, I did not feel the same control as my current string but then I adjusted and loved the control that came with it, especially on my volleys...I noticed my touch shots/volleys were spot on.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?): This is a very comfy string, I noticed right away, which was expected for a multifilament. The comfort was extremely similar to the X-One Biphase I have in my other racket.
Spin: Spin was averaged as with my other multis...I did not notice any difference in my slice, which I love with the new Ezone.
Durability (notching? string displacement? premature breakage?): I have not noticed any notching, I have moved the strings back into place often...I am not a string breaker so this has not been an issue for me.
Playability Duration: After 10+ hours of use, I am noticing a drop in tension but not enough that I would restring it.
Tension Recommendations (would you string it differently next time - why): I loved the tension at the 58 lbs that I strung it up, I would not go much over 60.
List any additional thoughts (optional) : Loved this string...was hoping it would be the same price or cheaper than the X-One Biphase but does not look like it..Really thankful to TW and Yonex for allowing me to test this string. I will more than likely purchase a few packs once I run out of my current stock. Thanks again!!
Tension used for playtest: 58 lbs
Regular string set up: Tecnifibre X-One Biphase 16/1.30 in red OR Genesis Hexonic in 17g
Racquet used for test: Yonex Ezone 100 2022
Power/Control: I felt like this was a high power string, most of it was effortless. The first few times I hit with it, I did not feel the same control as my current string but then I adjusted and loved the control that came with it, especially on my volleys...I noticed my touch shots/volleys were spot on.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?): This is a very comfy string, I noticed right away, which was expected for a multifilament. The comfort was extremely similar to the X-One Biphase I have in my other racket.
Spin: Spin was averaged as with my other multis...I did not notice any difference in my slice, which I love with the new Ezone.
Durability (notching? string displacement? premature breakage?): I have not noticed any notching, I have moved the strings back into place often...I am not a string breaker so this has not been an issue for me.
Playability Duration: After 10+ hours of use, I am noticing a drop in tension but not enough that I would restring it.
Tension Recommendations (would you string it differently next time - why): I loved the tension at the 58 lbs that I strung it up, I would not go much over 60.
List any additional thoughts (optional) : Loved this string...was hoping it would be the same price or cheaper than the X-One Biphase but does not look like it..Really thankful to TW and Yonex for allowing me to test this string. I will more than likely purchase a few packs once I run out of my current stock. Thanks again!!
Gauge received - 16g
Tension(s) used for playtest - 50 lbs
Regular string set up - Diadem Solstice Black 15L at 50 lbs
Racquet used for test - Head Speed Pro 360, leather grip and lead tape from 10 to 2 o'clock. No dampener. Weighted 350g strung
Power/Control of test string - I noticed higher launch angle and deeper depth than my regular setup. Flat serves went to the net initially. Maybe because the head weight is lighter than before from switching from thick poly to thinner multi. After adjusting to slower head speed it provided effortless pace on flat serve. Great ball pocketing and the lively pop on the serve and volleys. One of the things I really loved about this string during volley is when I have to reach my arm farthest to the side just to flick my wrist to get the ball in, it had good control and not as uncomfortable on my wrist. Had some trouble with groundstrokes because it went higher than expected, but very smooth on serve returns and easy to attack deep back into the middle.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?) - Extremely comfortable and lively feel. Started feeling a bit mushy after 4 hour mark.
Spin - Good spin for a multi. Powerful slice serve but lacks height on kick serves. On groundstrokes, I didn't have to worry about putting too much spin and getting the ball shorter than expected.
Durability (notching? string displacement? premature breakage?) - Initial session 2.5 hours, noticed minimal notching and premature breakage. Next day 2.5 hour session, heavy notching. Third day very noticeable fraying during 2 hour session. Forth day of session less than an hour of hitting string broke. Total hours of hitting about 7.5
Playability Duration - Tension loss didn't have huge impact on power, feel, and spin. String maintained great quality of playability throughout the playtest.
Tension Recommendations (would you string it differently next time - why) = Yes I would try 55 lbs next time for lower launch angle and shorter depth.
Thank you TW and Yonex for this opportunity to playtesting!
Tension(s) used for playtest - 50 lbs
Regular string set up - Diadem Solstice Black 15L at 50 lbs
Racquet used for test - Head Speed Pro 360, leather grip and lead tape from 10 to 2 o'clock. No dampener. Weighted 350g strung
Power/Control of test string - I noticed higher launch angle and deeper depth than my regular setup. Flat serves went to the net initially. Maybe because the head weight is lighter than before from switching from thick poly to thinner multi. After adjusting to slower head speed it provided effortless pace on flat serve. Great ball pocketing and the lively pop on the serve and volleys. One of the things I really loved about this string during volley is when I have to reach my arm farthest to the side just to flick my wrist to get the ball in, it had good control and not as uncomfortable on my wrist. Had some trouble with groundstrokes because it went higher than expected, but very smooth on serve returns and easy to attack deep back into the middle.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?) - Extremely comfortable and lively feel. Started feeling a bit mushy after 4 hour mark.
Spin - Good spin for a multi. Powerful slice serve but lacks height on kick serves. On groundstrokes, I didn't have to worry about putting too much spin and getting the ball shorter than expected.
Durability (notching? string displacement? premature breakage?) - Initial session 2.5 hours, noticed minimal notching and premature breakage. Next day 2.5 hour session, heavy notching. Third day very noticeable fraying during 2 hour session. Forth day of session less than an hour of hitting string broke. Total hours of hitting about 7.5
Playability Duration - Tension loss didn't have huge impact on power, feel, and spin. String maintained great quality of playability throughout the playtest.
Tension Recommendations (would you string it differently next time - why) = Yes I would try 55 lbs next time for lower launch angle and shorter depth.
Thank you TW and Yonex for this opportunity to playtesting!
YONEX REXIS FEEL REVIEW
I play-tested a full bed 16L gauge (1.25 mm) Yonex Rexis Feel on my Head Prestige Classic Mid (18x20, 93 sq in) racquet. My playtest setup lasted about 8 hours, and it provided a consistent playability up to the string breakage. To me, Yonex Rexis Feel plays better and more comfortable than Yonex Rexis Comfort. Here is my playtest review based on all my practices and the matches performed using this string.
Gauge received: Yonex Rexis Feel, 12m/39ft string, 16L GA (1.25 mm).
Tension(s) used for playtest: 55/53 lbs (main/cross)
Regular string set up: My current setups are using the main string for Tier One Black Knight, 16GA (1.28 mm), 53 lbs; and using either Head Lynx Tour, 17GA (1.25 mm), 51 lbs or Kirschbaum Pro Line Evolution, 17GA (1.25 mm), 51 lbs as the cross string.
Racquet used for test: Head Prestige Classic Mid (18x20, 93 sq in / 600 sq cm).
Power/Control of test string: The playtest setup provided added power with a bit less controls when compared with my regular setup. I could easily produce deep penetrating shots with spin from the baseline, and some ball crushing flat shots with minimal spin. I really like the feel of the serves and volley shots with added power, and touch shots at the net.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?): Playtest setup provided much more muted and very comfortable feel during the ball impacts at the net, baseline, and serves when compared to my regular setups. It has noticeably better touch and ball pocketing feel than my regular setups. A great string for serve and volley type of plays.
Spin: I did not have any problem generating spin as needed. However, it made me to readjust the strings more often after 7 hours of playtest. If I do not readjust the strings to have the proper spaces, I felt that I was getting less predictable spin.
Durability (notching? string displacement? premature breakage?): Notching at main strings started at about 30 minutes of playtest, and fraying at main strings were visible after about an hour of playtest. From then on, a gradual increase of notching and fraying on main strings. The crosses did not produce any notching, but started to show some fraying after around 4 hours of playtest, and gradually got worse. I started to check/readjust strings after every few plays after about 7 hours of playtest. The center main string broke at about 8 hours of playtest. The playtest string Yonex Rexis Feel performed well up to the breakage, and it was not a premature breakage.
Playability Duration: A full bed Yonex Rexis Feel provided a nice feel, an excellent comfort, and a good control throughout the playtest duration until the string breakage (about 8 hours playtest time). Playtest configurations provided very predictable playability up to the string breakage.
Tension Recommendations (would you string it differently next time – why?): In general, my playtest setup at 55 lbs main/53 lbs cross worked out well for me on the court. My objective was to playtest as long as I could with the full bed of 16L GA (1.25 mm) multi string, and the main string broke about 8 hours of playtest. I was satisfied with the playtest tension setup because it provided me with meaningful play time to evaluate the Yonex Rexis Feel string. If I strung the main and cross couple pounds higher, I believe my control would have improved but shortened the playtest duration. I usually string 2 lbs less on cross than main, and I prefer to use 1.30 mm or thicker multi strings.
List any additional thoughts (optional): There was no issue encountered stringing the Yonex Rexis Feel. For any high-end multifilament (multi) strings, I always string the main and tie-offs, and take an additional time during the cross stringing to not damage the multi Data I would prefer using Yonex Rexis Feel over Yonex Rexis Comfort if I had to pick one. I would prefer using Yonex Rexis Feel over Yonex Rexis Comfort if I had to pick one.Dmain strings. The slippery coating on Yonex Rexis Feel provided an additional benefits during the cross stringing, such as it provided ease of cross string to glide over the mains.
Even with my limited tennis experiences using the full-bed multi strung racquets, I would describe Yonex Rexis Feel provided a bit more comfort, power, and control compared with other high-end multi strings like Wilson NXT or Yonex Rexis Comfort.
Tennis players with a shoulder, arm, or wrist issue(s), should give a Yonex Rexis Feel try. My opinion is that Yonex Rexis Feel plays more comfortable than Yonex Rexis Comfort. I would prefer using Yonex Rexis Feel over Yonex Rexis Comfort if I had to pick one.
Lastly, special thank you to @TW Staff and Yonex Company for the Yonex Rexis Feel string playtest opportunity and very enjoyable experience.
I play-tested a full bed 16L gauge (1.25 mm) Yonex Rexis Feel on my Head Prestige Classic Mid (18x20, 93 sq in) racquet. My playtest setup lasted about 8 hours, and it provided a consistent playability up to the string breakage. To me, Yonex Rexis Feel plays better and more comfortable than Yonex Rexis Comfort. Here is my playtest review based on all my practices and the matches performed using this string.
Gauge received: Yonex Rexis Feel, 12m/39ft string, 16L GA (1.25 mm).
Tension(s) used for playtest: 55/53 lbs (main/cross)
Regular string set up: My current setups are using the main string for Tier One Black Knight, 16GA (1.28 mm), 53 lbs; and using either Head Lynx Tour, 17GA (1.25 mm), 51 lbs or Kirschbaum Pro Line Evolution, 17GA (1.25 mm), 51 lbs as the cross string.
Racquet used for test: Head Prestige Classic Mid (18x20, 93 sq in / 600 sq cm).
Power/Control of test string: The playtest setup provided added power with a bit less controls when compared with my regular setup. I could easily produce deep penetrating shots with spin from the baseline, and some ball crushing flat shots with minimal spin. I really like the feel of the serves and volley shots with added power, and touch shots at the net.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?): Playtest setup provided much more muted and very comfortable feel during the ball impacts at the net, baseline, and serves when compared to my regular setups. It has noticeably better touch and ball pocketing feel than my regular setups. A great string for serve and volley type of plays.
Spin: I did not have any problem generating spin as needed. However, it made me to readjust the strings more often after 7 hours of playtest. If I do not readjust the strings to have the proper spaces, I felt that I was getting less predictable spin.
Durability (notching? string displacement? premature breakage?): Notching at main strings started at about 30 minutes of playtest, and fraying at main strings were visible after about an hour of playtest. From then on, a gradual increase of notching and fraying on main strings. The crosses did not produce any notching, but started to show some fraying after around 4 hours of playtest, and gradually got worse. I started to check/readjust strings after every few plays after about 7 hours of playtest. The center main string broke at about 8 hours of playtest. The playtest string Yonex Rexis Feel performed well up to the breakage, and it was not a premature breakage.
Playability Duration: A full bed Yonex Rexis Feel provided a nice feel, an excellent comfort, and a good control throughout the playtest duration until the string breakage (about 8 hours playtest time). Playtest configurations provided very predictable playability up to the string breakage.
Tension Recommendations (would you string it differently next time – why?): In general, my playtest setup at 55 lbs main/53 lbs cross worked out well for me on the court. My objective was to playtest as long as I could with the full bed of 16L GA (1.25 mm) multi string, and the main string broke about 8 hours of playtest. I was satisfied with the playtest tension setup because it provided me with meaningful play time to evaluate the Yonex Rexis Feel string. If I strung the main and cross couple pounds higher, I believe my control would have improved but shortened the playtest duration. I usually string 2 lbs less on cross than main, and I prefer to use 1.30 mm or thicker multi strings.
List any additional thoughts (optional): There was no issue encountered stringing the Yonex Rexis Feel. For any high-end multifilament (multi) strings, I always string the main and tie-offs, and take an additional time during the cross stringing to not damage the multi Data I would prefer using Yonex Rexis Feel over Yonex Rexis Comfort if I had to pick one. I would prefer using Yonex Rexis Feel over Yonex Rexis Comfort if I had to pick one.Dmain strings. The slippery coating on Yonex Rexis Feel provided an additional benefits during the cross stringing, such as it provided ease of cross string to glide over the mains.
Even with my limited tennis experiences using the full-bed multi strung racquets, I would describe Yonex Rexis Feel provided a bit more comfort, power, and control compared with other high-end multi strings like Wilson NXT or Yonex Rexis Comfort.
Tennis players with a shoulder, arm, or wrist issue(s), should give a Yonex Rexis Feel try. My opinion is that Yonex Rexis Feel plays more comfortable than Yonex Rexis Comfort. I would prefer using Yonex Rexis Feel over Yonex Rexis Comfort if I had to pick one.
Lastly, special thank you to @TW Staff and Yonex Company for the Yonex Rexis Feel string playtest opportunity and very enjoyable experience.
GummiiBear
Semi-Pro
Gauge received - 1.30ga.
Tension(s) used for playtest - 55/54.
Regular string setup - I have two regular setups in my main racquet(s).
Power/Control : 8/10 | 7.5/10
Playability Duration : 7?/10
Tension Recommendations :
Tension(s) used for playtest - 55/54.
Regular string setup - I have two regular setups in my main racquet(s).
- Yonex VCORE Pro 97HD #1 - Natural Gut 1.30 mains at 55 lbs. w/ Isospeed REXXXER 1.25 crosses at 52 lbs.
- Yonex VCORE Pro 97HD #2 - Tier One Black Knight 1.23 mains at 49 lbs. w/ Kirschbaum Max Power 1.20 crosses at 46 lbs.
So it made the most sense to me to string up #1 with Rexis Feel.
Power/Control : 8/10 | 7.5/10
- Decent power; as expected it's not as powerful as gut, but still plenty powerful enough for me. Not too launch-y.
- Control was decent too! I know I haven't gotten to the rest of the characteristics yet, but for the most part this string has little to no downsides.
- Most notably awesome for touch shots.
- This category is always the most difficult for me to articulate, as my own understanding of commonly used/heard/read terms probably doesn't match up with nor resonate with that of others, but I'll try my best…
- A contradictory observation, but at least in the initial hour of play, this felt [other-side-of-the-pillow] pillow-y, yet still crisp. Though the crispiness also dissipated pretty quickly. I wouldn't say it bothered me, but then again given how long the string lasted for me, maybe I can't speak to that well.
- For me "mushy" doesn't resonate - the string wasn't stiff; it's simply very comfortable. Perhaps just a tad on the muted side, especially compared to gut or the most recent multifilament I've tried (does Triax count as a multi..).
- This was the standout feature of the string. When hitting with this I thought back to how spin was so sorely lacking with the last string I tried a full bed of, Lynx Touch. I never felt like Spin suffered much even coming from my usual gut/poly hybrid. Now it doesn't measure up to poly/poly pairings I've tried, but still. Very happy with it!
- Notching happened relatively early on, but not to the degree where it bothered me. Wasn't too bad. No abnormal displacement from play.
Playability Duration : 7?/10
- This one is difficult for me to answer because, while I'm typically nota string breaker, this one broke within ~5 hours.
- Then again, I must confess I don't have much experience with multis so…
- It played great from beginning to end, or while it lasted. Notching aside (again, not bothersome), playability didn't suffer. So that's a major plus.
Tension Recommendations :
- Thinking of this string as a gut substitute, I believe I chose appropriate tensions for the playtest.
- Rationale behind the 1 lb. differential was to help reduce friction.
- I am relatively new to stringing racquets (this one being my 9th job, and 2nd experience with a multi) -- while weaving crosses was a breeze, I initially experienced a bit of trouble adjusting my clamps correctly such that the strings wouldn't slip, yet maintain a strong enough grip... I ended up leaving impressions. I tried a number of times to find a happy medium but in the end I felt I needed to accept the - is it ghosting? Patchy markings on the string.
- Perhaps that factored into the playability duration, durability findings for me.
- Someone else mentioned this, and while it's not a big deal, there is a notably chemical smell from the string, particularly straight out of the package.
- I really did enjoy this string overall. Unfortunately for me, if this string is to be priced the same as Yonex's other Rexis multis, it's too expensive for my liking.
- I liked it enough to consider trying it another time, or at least in my aiding of my hitting partner's string search - I suggested he give this one a try.
Mjolnir
New User
Due to unforeseen extended closure of my tennis facility, have only managed about 6 hours of playing time with this string.
Gauge received: 16
Tension(s) used for playtest: 55/55 lbs (24.9/24.9 kg). Strung on Gamma 6004 6-point lockout.
Regular string set up: Gut, various multis, syngut since last summer due to arm harm. Mostly 17ga, tensions from 48 to 60, in seven different racquets.
Racquet used for test: Prince Textreme Tour 95 w/ Twaron (2019 model). Last strung with Prince Original Synthetic Gut, 17ga gold @ 55 lbs.
Power/Control of test string: Powerful; just below X-1 BiPhase, just above Iconic All, Yonex Tour Super 850 Pro, etc. Control very good as well in this racquet... block volleys against hard hit balls for example don't trampoline off. Yet on groundstrokes, faster swings supply good power. Very linear in its response. Definitely more power than POSG 17 at the same tension.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?): Firmly comfortable; would not describe it as "soft" as labelled, but not hard or stiff feeling, either. More tempurpedic-ish than goose down-ish. Guessing around 150-170 lbs stiffness. The sound of impact is somewhat metallic, yet the arm tells the ear all is well, nothing worth mentioning via pain telegram. Slightly more cushioned than the POSG. Feels very uniform across the stringbed.
Spin: Quite good when fresh, string slides along itself nicely for the first one/two hours, then notching sets in and strings start sticking out of place, reducing spin somewhat.
Durability (notching? string displacement? premature breakage?): Slightly better than average at resisting notching; slightly delayed compared to other multis. Strings start displacing after ~2 hours. Breakage to be determined with more playing.
Playability Duration: Response as similar at hour 6 as off the stringer, albeit with some reduced pop/spin. Very good playability.
Tension Recommendations (would you string it differently next time - why): 55 lbs was fine; would probably be too powerful at lower tensions. There was a large tension drop post-stringing and a smaller drop after the first hour of hitting, as determined by the pitch lowering. Tension stabilized after that. In a RF97 or other stiff higher-powered frame, would start at 57 or 58 lbs.
Additional thoughts: Textreme Tour 95 ('19) is a low-powered racquet, lowest of all I own. Yonex Rexis Feel gave this racquet another gear. Compares most closely to X-1 and Iconic All. Maybe this is a replacement for Tour Super 850 (which seems to have disappeared from TW's site)? If similarly priced, it's an improvement over that string. If priced like X-1, don't know if I could pay that for it, as it isn't an improvement over X-1. A very good multi nonetheless.
Of course, it's hard to draw firm conclusions from a single test, single tension, in a single racquet. May try a new set in a different racquet, full bed, higher tension, to get a fuller impression.
For now, will keep them in this racquet until breakage and update this initial report as needed.
Thanks to TW for the playtest.
Gauge received: 16
Tension(s) used for playtest: 55/55 lbs (24.9/24.9 kg). Strung on Gamma 6004 6-point lockout.
Regular string set up: Gut, various multis, syngut since last summer due to arm harm. Mostly 17ga, tensions from 48 to 60, in seven different racquets.
Racquet used for test: Prince Textreme Tour 95 w/ Twaron (2019 model). Last strung with Prince Original Synthetic Gut, 17ga gold @ 55 lbs.
Power/Control of test string: Powerful; just below X-1 BiPhase, just above Iconic All, Yonex Tour Super 850 Pro, etc. Control very good as well in this racquet... block volleys against hard hit balls for example don't trampoline off. Yet on groundstrokes, faster swings supply good power. Very linear in its response. Definitely more power than POSG 17 at the same tension.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?): Firmly comfortable; would not describe it as "soft" as labelled, but not hard or stiff feeling, either. More tempurpedic-ish than goose down-ish. Guessing around 150-170 lbs stiffness. The sound of impact is somewhat metallic, yet the arm tells the ear all is well, nothing worth mentioning via pain telegram. Slightly more cushioned than the POSG. Feels very uniform across the stringbed.
Spin: Quite good when fresh, string slides along itself nicely for the first one/two hours, then notching sets in and strings start sticking out of place, reducing spin somewhat.
Durability (notching? string displacement? premature breakage?): Slightly better than average at resisting notching; slightly delayed compared to other multis. Strings start displacing after ~2 hours. Breakage to be determined with more playing.
Playability Duration: Response as similar at hour 6 as off the stringer, albeit with some reduced pop/spin. Very good playability.
Tension Recommendations (would you string it differently next time - why): 55 lbs was fine; would probably be too powerful at lower tensions. There was a large tension drop post-stringing and a smaller drop after the first hour of hitting, as determined by the pitch lowering. Tension stabilized after that. In a RF97 or other stiff higher-powered frame, would start at 57 or 58 lbs.
Additional thoughts: Textreme Tour 95 ('19) is a low-powered racquet, lowest of all I own. Yonex Rexis Feel gave this racquet another gear. Compares most closely to X-1 and Iconic All. Maybe this is a replacement for Tour Super 850 (which seems to have disappeared from TW's site)? If similarly priced, it's an improvement over that string. If priced like X-1, don't know if I could pay that for it, as it isn't an improvement over X-1. A very good multi nonetheless.
Of course, it's hard to draw firm conclusions from a single test, single tension, in a single racquet. May try a new set in a different racquet, full bed, higher tension, to get a fuller impression.
For now, will keep them in this racquet until breakage and update this initial report as needed.
Thanks to TW for the playtest.
Nostradamus
Bionic Poster
Ok then Speed should be the Most powerful of the 3, right ?? but then that isn't the case , i was told Feel is the most powerful ??
Gauge received: 1.30
Tension(s) used for playtest: 58 #
Regular string set up: Lynx tour @53 #
Racquet used for test: Wilson K95 18M
Power/Control 8/10 Good blend of power and control. When I was pulling tension they felt quite soft compared to nxt/vanquish which led me to go higher on the tension, but once I got it out on court it was not as lively as I was expecting. Stringing it in an 18M there was plenty of control and I could really swing out on flat shots without being worried they would sail on me. In terms of power I could definitely feel it penetrating the court easily. Flat serves felt amazing.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?) 10/10 Nice plush feel especially with the full bed. Very fun to play with from a pure ball striking perspective. I would definitely consider this set up again for a non match setting or as a hybrid crossed with lynx tour.
Spin: 7/10 It didn't help me shape the ball any more than usual, but when I was really brushing up on the ball I could get it to dive into the court. BH slice felt good overall, but weren't skidding like they would with poly. Kick serves were my least favorite. I didn't feel like the strings were biting the ball as much as usual so I couldn't get the ball to kick up or get it to angle out into the alleys like I would have liked. Slices serves were decent.
Durability (notching? string displacement? premature breakage?) My set up definitely fared better than others due to the denser string pattern and tension I went with. Strings seemed to have decent snapback and I didn't notice notching until half way through the play test. After the string bed started to lock up, the string started fraying a bit but surprisingly hasn't broken yet. I think if it had been crossed with a textured cross it probably would have.
Playability Duration: 10 hours. Played a mixture of both practice sets and drills. I would say it held tension well throughout the play test and produced a predictable ball once I adjusted to the launch angle and power.
Tension Recommendations (would you string it differently next time - why) I would have strung with the usual tension in the low 50s. I think this setup would have had more pop right away from the first hit. It did open up soon after. For hybrid I would have done 53# for M and C.
Thank you TW and Yonex for including me on the playtest!!
Tension(s) used for playtest: 58 #
Regular string set up: Lynx tour @53 #
Racquet used for test: Wilson K95 18M
Power/Control 8/10 Good blend of power and control. When I was pulling tension they felt quite soft compared to nxt/vanquish which led me to go higher on the tension, but once I got it out on court it was not as lively as I was expecting. Stringing it in an 18M there was plenty of control and I could really swing out on flat shots without being worried they would sail on me. In terms of power I could definitely feel it penetrating the court easily. Flat serves felt amazing.
Feel (Stiff? Mushy? Muted? Crisp? Comfortable?) 10/10 Nice plush feel especially with the full bed. Very fun to play with from a pure ball striking perspective. I would definitely consider this set up again for a non match setting or as a hybrid crossed with lynx tour.
Spin: 7/10 It didn't help me shape the ball any more than usual, but when I was really brushing up on the ball I could get it to dive into the court. BH slice felt good overall, but weren't skidding like they would with poly. Kick serves were my least favorite. I didn't feel like the strings were biting the ball as much as usual so I couldn't get the ball to kick up or get it to angle out into the alleys like I would have liked. Slices serves were decent.
Durability (notching? string displacement? premature breakage?) My set up definitely fared better than others due to the denser string pattern and tension I went with. Strings seemed to have decent snapback and I didn't notice notching until half way through the play test. After the string bed started to lock up, the string started fraying a bit but surprisingly hasn't broken yet. I think if it had been crossed with a textured cross it probably would have.
Playability Duration: 10 hours. Played a mixture of both practice sets and drills. I would say it held tension well throughout the play test and produced a predictable ball once I adjusted to the launch angle and power.
Tension Recommendations (would you string it differently next time - why) I would have strung with the usual tension in the low 50s. I think this setup would have had more pop right away from the first hit. It did open up soon after. For hybrid I would have done 53# for M and C.
Thank you TW and Yonex for including me on the playtest!!
StringStrungStrang
Professional
Speed is a bit firmer than the others so it is a bit lower powered. Usually, the softer the string the more trampoline effect it has - generating more power.
StringStrungStrang
Professional
Sorry but I am not sure. Maybe someone else has tried this?
Mjolnir
New User
1 year update:
Kept the test string in the TT95 over the winter and hit with it occasionally until it was ready to break. Each time I brought it out
it hit the same…felt good right up to being ready to cut out…this string retains its playability till the end! Keeping in mind that like other multi’s, it is a somewhat short life.
Longer term, my estimation of X1 has gone down, and Rexis Feel up. With further use of X1 in other racquets, I find its playability, along with NRG2, decreases too rapidly. They are wonderful for a few hours then go flat like a shot-down Chi spy balloon.
With the, ironically, inflated price jump of X1 to $24.95, R.Feel at $23.50 is the better value looking at $/hr.
Think this will be my go-to premium multi here on out.
Kept the test string in the TT95 over the winter and hit with it occasionally until it was ready to break. Each time I brought it out
it hit the same…felt good right up to being ready to cut out…this string retains its playability till the end! Keeping in mind that like other multi’s, it is a somewhat short life.
Longer term, my estimation of X1 has gone down, and Rexis Feel up. With further use of X1 in other racquets, I find its playability, along with NRG2, decreases too rapidly. They are wonderful for a few hours then go flat like a shot-down Chi spy balloon.
With the, ironically, inflated price jump of X1 to $24.95, R.Feel at $23.50 is the better value looking at $/hr.
Think this will be my go-to premium multi here on out.
