Which one is better???
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BabolatFan
Semi-Pro
depends on what ur looking for in a string and what your playing preference is. I'd get a set of each and test 'em before getting a reel. For me, since I need a decent multi string with good power, bite, control and decent tension retention, my personal fav is KLIP venom 16. I've heard and read hundreds of reviews on various strings but I had to try it myself to like it.
WhiteSox05CA
Hall of Fame
I currently have Wilson Reaction of my racquet. It does maintain tension pretty well, and has durability. To me, it's not anything spectacular, and doesn't excel in any category. I'd say that is a mediocre-good string. Check the reviews of each on TW.
I haven't tried Technifibre NRG2 but would like to.
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I haven't tried Technifibre NRG2 but would like to.
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Richie Rich
Legend
Reaction - only because it is cheaper than NRG.
I'm not sure why you've reduced your choices down to these two specific strings, but my favorite multifilament right now is the Klip Venom 17g. Very nice pop and an amazingly soft feel, with good pocketing.
I did not like the Wilson Reaction at all when I played with it. It just felt very stiff.
I did not like the Wilson Reaction at all when I played with it. It just felt very stiff.
bruce nissenbaum
Rookie
Choose NRG 17 if you would like a string that is soft, lively and very playable for a somewhat short duration after stringing but loses tension fairly rapidly leading to a trampoline affect.
Choose Reaction 17 if you would prefer a firmer, but still quite lively string that plays more like a mono than a multi and holds tension fairly well for a longer period of time and is less responsive than NRG.
Choose Reaction 17 if you would prefer a firmer, but still quite lively string that plays more like a mono than a multi and holds tension fairly well for a longer period of time and is less responsive than NRG.
Eli_Ace
Rookie
NRG2 17 for sure
Richie Rich
Legend
funny you mention that since I thought the same thing regarding NRG losing tension. But someone posted a comrehensive list that showed NRG to be one of the better tension holding strings on the market. I'm not sure what method they used to determine tension loss but the fact that NRG's tension loss was one of the lowest surprised me.
bruce nissenbaum
Rookie
I've also seen some lists that indicate NRG is 'one of the better tension holding strings on the market.' My reality check is contrary to this, maybe because of my limited comparison data base. I certainly haven't tested the 'market!' And I have certainly not tested every possible tension in different racquets. So, let me rephrase: NRG loses tension very rapidly when compared with the strings I have tried at 60# ref tension in a Wilson PS Classic 6.1 95.
I use a Stringmeter to keep track of post-strung tension change over time.
bruce nissenbaum
Rookie
IMHO, TNT2 17 is a highly overpriced mono. Yes, I think it plays pretty well for a mono. However, there are several other monos that I believe play equally well or better for less $.
Richie Rich
Legend
i agree with you 100%. NRG wouldn't be at the top of my list when recommending tension holding strings based on my real world experiences with the string.
Valjean
Hall of Fame
Whatever its true cause, this trampoline effect does occur--and within days, too.
I'd recommend two strings in place of those proposed: Klip Excellerator to be closer to the NRG2, LaserFibre's Laser Supreme if you want a firmer cut. But, Mr. Korny, if you need something in between that's likely to be available to you at a local pro shop instead, then Prince's Premier with Softflex is a very good choice too.