Thoughts on multi hybrid with "rough" (not shaped) poly

[puppybutts]

I'm about to adventure into hybrids for the first time. One of the setups I'm thinking of trying is NRG2 with Luxilon Element Rough. Element Rough is not a shaped string, honestly to touch and visually, it is more sticky than rough, it feels smooth all over. I like how it grabs the ball while still sliding on itself, and the comfort/stiffness levels. I know a shaped poly can cut into multi strings pretty quickly...what about Element Rough?

thanks for any thoughts. no need to suggest traditional hybrid setups as I already have a plan for those.

 

[Steve Huff]

I think it makes more sense than a shaped poly. I've strung natural gut/rough poly hybrids several times. Of course, the gut frays faster than it probably would have with a smooth poly, but it's not unreasonable. Also, rough poly's dont seem to lock in the string bed like some shaped polys do, especially when the poly is in the mains.