Top 5 Tennis Strings for Spin 2021 [Reviewed]

Power, Spin and Durability are the main features that players look for in their tennis strings. Usually, players make their combinations according to racquet and their game. Some like power strings, some like control strings, some like spin strings and some like hybrid strings. Today, we are going to discuss the top tennis strings for Spin. There are a number of strings for Spin available in the market but we will explain the top 5 tennis strings for Spin in 2021.

Your strings are the heartbeat of your racquets and no one likes to change the string easily. But during these two years of the pandemic, many players have tested new strings and as a result, few new strings have made their way into the list along with other OLD IS GOLD strings.

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Top 5 Tennis Strings for Spin

1. Babolat RPM Blast

Babolat RPM Blast brings heavy spin and maximum control to your game. As you swing big with full strokes, RPM Blast consistently performs and lives up to the hype. One of the best SPIN FRIENDLY strings, the Babolat RPM blast is the most popular string in ATP and WTA circuits. The majority of the players have this string in their kit as it has great durability also.

Construction:

The octagonal structure with a high-density co-polyester adds a phenomenal rotation to the ball and brings an exceptional spin. The Co-polyester monofilament feature makes RPM blast durable also. This string is ideal for heavy hitters who expect consistent performance over time.

Pros:

• Provides better spin.
• It’s a heavy string and therefore durable also.
• It’s comfortable and soft at the same time.

Cons:

• Not useful for slow strokes.
• Difficult to handle for amateur players.

Gauge: RPM Blast is available in 16g, 17g, 18g.

Colour: Black

Pro Players: Rafael Nadal

2. HEAD Lynx Tour

HEAD racquets are very popular in tennis circuits and in recent HEAD has put a lot of focus on the competitive strings market. It has worked on the original LYNX string and developed a very good string for Spin and control, called Lynx Tour. In contrast to the softer feel and impressive all-around playability of the original Lynx string, HEAD designed Lynx Tour to deliver extra control and spin. This string recently made waves in the tennis circuit due to its performance and color.

Construction:

The unique 6-edge design of this co-polyester will provide the ultimate blend of control and spin. HEAD’s Lynx Tour is given a stiffer construction, along with edges and a small curve surface to help the string bounce back more powerfully at shots. Along with Spin and control, it, surprisingly, also gives an immense feeling to the player.

Pros:

• Provides better spin and control.
• Gives an Excellent feel.
• All-round string.

Cons:

• Underpower for beginners.
• A little bit harder.

Gauge: LYNX TOUR is available in 16g, 17g.

Colour: Champaign, Orange

Pro Players: Lorenzo Musetti

3. Solinco Tour Bite

The most famous strings for a spin with intermediate and pro players is Solinco Tourbite. It is very well known for its crisp feel as well as performance in durability. Solinco has produced many strings but Tour Bite is proven evergreen strings for them for many years. Its edgy designs produced good spin and power.

Construction:

Solinco Tour Bite is a firm co-polyester designed for advanced players who demand the ultimate in control, durability and spin. Constructing a square profile with sharp edges is ideal for aggressive topspin players who like to rip the felt off the ball. Tourbite construction also gives immense power which helps players to play fearlessly.

Pros:

• Provides spin and power.
• Great Durability.

Cons:

• Less durable on high tension.
• Uncomfortable after some point in time.

Gauge: TOUR BITE is available in 16g, 17g.

Color: Grey

Pro Players: JAMIE MURRAY

4. Luxilon ALU Power Spin 127

Luxilon is a leading manufacturer of performance tennis strings. They have developed a number of impactful strings for tennis players. ALU power is one such string that made a great impact in the player's arena and became very popular. ALU power has many variants but for spin and power Luxilon made ALU Power Spin 127 and this string is doing wonders. Every next player in the circuit is using ALU POWER either in main or cross.

Construction:

Players favorite ALU Power is the top string during matches. The flavor of the aluminum in the string improves playability to go along with impressive spin and power. ALU Power Spin 127 has a pentagonal shape for an increased spin, ALU Power Spin is perfect for baseliners looking to add spin and control to their game. This string is the pentagonal version of ALU Power 125 which matches feel and control features. Many players use this string as a hybrid, pairing it with a softer, powerful string in the crosses.

Pros:

• Greater Spin Potential.
• Generates exceptional power.
• Best for use as hybrid string.

Cons:

• Uncontrollable for beginners.
• Expensive

Gauge: ALU POWER SPIN 127 is available in 16L.

Colour: Silver

Pro Players: ROGER FEDERER

5. MSV Focus Hex:

After an impressive performance in core tennis markets, MSV is now making positive waves in the Indian market also. They have brought some new flavors to the string market with new variants. MSV comes in three variants MSV Focus Hex, Focus Hex Ultra, and Focus Hex Plus 25. MSV Focus Hex is the best spin string they have in their armory.

Construction:

As the name goes, its hexagonal shape makes the difference and generates lots of spin with control. High tech addition makes this string stronger than other spin range strings as it provides control, durability and tension stability along with spin. USP of this string is it can be used by beginners to pro.

Pros:

• Excellent Spin.
• Good for groundstroke players.
• Value for money.

Cons:

• Less power.

Gauge: FOCUS HEX is available in 16L and 17L.

Color: Black, Sky blue, Fl. yellow, Red

Pro Players: K. KAWA

Wrap Up

So, these were our top 5 picks for best tennis strings for SPIN. If you are a spin shot lover you are definitely going to love them. Apart from these, if you have any other suggestions for tennis strings that offer good spin, do let us know in the comments below. We will love to include them !!