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« on: May 20, 2008, 11:29:38 PM »

Hi,  you could post what racquets and strings you use here in this thread... Feel free to post pictures... ^_^



My racquet: Prince Turbo Shark MP
Strings: Technifibre Pro Red Code Crosses; Technifibre Promix Mains

(Thanks Sir Renald for both the racquet and the great string job... ^_^)
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« Reply #1 on: May 21, 2008, 12:08:09 AM »

Thanks shark, glad you liked it.
BTW mains is the longer string.
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« Reply #2 on: May 21, 2008, 10:41:46 AM »

yup I know...
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« Reply #3 on: May 21, 2008, 02:29:19 PM »

My racquet: Prince Turbo Shark MP
Strings: Technifibre Pro Red Code Crosses; Technifibre Promix Mains
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Prince Turbo Shark OS
Technifibre Spinfire 17 Mains; Head Synthetic Gut PPS 18 Crosses
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« Reply #4 on: May 21, 2008, 03:28:41 PM »

K61 Tour 90

Luxilon Big Banger XP 15 Main; Gamma Wearguard Synthetic Gut 17 Crosses
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« Reply #5 on: May 21, 2008, 03:54:29 PM »

my weapons:
1) POG mid = Bab Pro Hurricane 17 @ 51lbs/Ashaway liberty syn @ 49 lbs
2) Microgel Extreme Pro  = Bab Pro Hurricane Tour 16 @55 lbs
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« Reply #6 on: May 21, 2008, 04:06:19 PM »

Volkl DNX 10 MP
AK 6.1 Tour 90

mains: SilverSky PolyMax 17 mains / crosses: any synthetic, gauge 16
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« Reply #7 on: May 21, 2008, 10:58:46 PM »

Rackets:
Wilson N5 Oversize


Wilson Javellin


both with kickass tubero dampeners, hehe Grin

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Gamma Challenger Synthetic Gut 16
Gamma Syntehetic Gut with WearGuard 16
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« Reply #8 on: May 21, 2008, 11:30:58 PM »

Hi Fabs,
Are you aware that your N5 is fake? Where did you buy?
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« Reply #9 on: May 21, 2008, 11:36:30 PM »

marami nga lumalabas na fake rackets ngayon. lalo na wilson and babolat. dami nag-i-imitate.
ingat sa pagbili.
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« Reply #10 on: May 21, 2008, 11:46:09 PM »

Hi Fabs,
Are you aware that your N5 is fake? Where did you buy?

Dang, are you sure?
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« Reply #11 on: May 22, 2008, 12:03:08 AM »

Dunlop Aerogel 400
Toalson Thermaxe 123
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« Reply #12 on: May 22, 2008, 12:13:08 AM »

ganon?! pano nalalaman na fake? kung sa tobys or chris bibili may fake din ba sakanila?
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« Reply #13 on: May 22, 2008, 12:15:49 AM »

Probably, Sir Renald is one of the racket expert here but I still can't believe that i was tricked, huhu, wah wah naman.......
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« Reply #14 on: May 22, 2008, 01:42:34 AM »

head i.prestige mid / dunlop 95 muscle weave 200G
16 ga. dunlop explosive polyester @ 58 lbs. / @ 60 lbs.
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« Reply #15 on: May 22, 2008, 04:45:50 PM »

Tobys at Chris, probably genuine, except if pina consign. The pics of fabs racket did not have triad technology. Yung slit sa throat. Maraming klase ng fake, but that one was obvious.
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« Reply #16 on: May 22, 2008, 05:24:34 PM »

I own a Head iX5, I love banging from the baseline, when playing doubles my partners ussually likes me to be on the backhand side so I can be on the net more. For our Any recommendation on strings to use?
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« Reply #17 on: May 22, 2008, 07:49:40 PM »

I own a Head iX5, I love banging from the baseline, when playing doubles my partners ussually likes me to be on the backhand side so I can be on the net more. For our Any recommendation on strings to use?

whats the issue with your strings?
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« Reply #18 on: May 22, 2008, 08:48:35 PM »

I own a Head iX5, I love banging from the baseline, when playing doubles my partners ussually likes me to be on the backhand side so I can be on the net more. For our Any recommendation on strings to use?

For me NO STRINGS attached when playing specially sa mixed doubles, I love BANGING in the alley Cool
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« Reply #19 on: May 22, 2008, 11:12:54 PM »

I own a Head iX5, I love banging from the baseline, when playing doubles my partners ussually likes me to be on the backhand side so I can be on the net more. For our Any recommendation on strings to use?

For me NO STRINGS attached when playing specially sa mixed doubles, I love BANGING in the alley Cool

Hahaha. Nice one! For a minute there you sounded like my friend kogmohon.
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« Reply #20 on: May 22, 2008, 11:16:36 PM »

I own a Head iX5, I love banging from the baseline, when playing doubles my partners ussually likes me to be on the backhand side so I can be on the net more. For our Any recommendation on strings to use?

whats the issue with your strings?

Greetings ruud:
Nothing really. I just thought it would be nice to add more feel to it.

Btw my post should have read;

I own a Head iX5, I love banging from the baseline, when playing doubles my partners ussually likes me to be on the backhand side so I can be on the net more. For our knowledgeable friends, any recommendation on strings to use?
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« Reply #21 on: May 23, 2008, 02:39:29 PM »

String to use depends on the players preference. Some strings are designed to give softer and better feel, some to be very durable, some for added power and others in between. If there is a string that can give you feel, power, tension maintenance and durable, we will all be using the same string. For more accurate recommendation, give me your current string for reference and  what aspect do you want to change.
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« Reply #22 on: May 23, 2008, 03:40:39 PM »

I own a Head iX5, I love banging from the baseline, when playing doubles my partners ussually likes me to be on the backhand side so I can be on the net more. For our Any recommendation on strings to use?

For me NO STRINGS attached when playing specially sa mixed doubles, I love BANGING in the alley Cool

idol na kita altodds, i also want a BIG BANGer... Roll Eyes Roll Eyes Roll Eyes
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« Reply #23 on: May 23, 2008, 05:22:48 PM »

String to use depends on the players preference. Some strings are designed to give softer and better feel, some to be very durable, some for added power and others in between. If there is a string that can give you feel, power, tension maintenance and durable, we will all be using the same string. For more accurate recommendation, give me your current string for reference and  what aspect do you want to change.

I don't know exactly what my stringer used by I remember him saying it's a Dunlop 17Ga. Poly.

Here's a pix.

Like I've said it would be nice to have more feel.
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« Reply #24 on: May 23, 2008, 06:48:37 PM »

Anyone here who's from baguio?
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« Reply #25 on: May 24, 2008, 05:49:28 AM »

I don't know exactly what my stringer used by I remember him saying it's a Dunlop 17Ga. Poly.

Here's a pix.

Like I've said it would be nice to have more feel.

I can see why you're looking for more feel -- you have a stiff racket (i.X5) strung with stiff strings (poly).

More feel can be achieved with:
-- more flexible racket
-- more elastic strings
-- lower tension

Switching rackets is probably out of the question, so we're left with strings. Any synthetic is more elastic than poly. You have your choice from single-wrap monofilaments to multifilaments. renald should be able to help you in this regard. If durability is a concern, you might want to consider "softer" polys like Tecnifibre Promix. If you want to stick with your current string, you might want to consider lowering your tension 2-3 lb.

I just finished playtesting a couple of sample poly strings sent to me by WeissCannon, and I think the WeissCannon Supercable would have been good for you. It's got the durability of poly but a lot softer and better feel than the typical poly, even better than the Tecnifibre Promix in my opinion. Unfortunately, it's not out in the market yet, but if you can get your hands on it later on, it's worth a try.
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« Reply #26 on: May 25, 2008, 03:01:43 PM »

I don't know exactly what my stringer used by I remember him saying it's a Dunlop 17Ga. Poly.

Here's a pix.

Like I've said it would be nice to have more feel.

I can see why you're looking for more feel -- you have a stiff racket (i.X5) strung with stiff strings (poly).

More feel can be achieved with:
-- more flexible racket
-- more elastic strings
-- lower tension

Switching rackets is probably out of the question, so we're left with strings. Any synthetic is more elastic than poly. You have your choice from single-wrap monofilaments to multifilaments. renald should be able to help you in this regard. If durability is a concern, you might want to consider "softer" polys like Tecnifibre Promix. If you want to stick with your current string, you might want to consider lowering your tension 2-3 lb.

I just finished playtesting a couple of sample poly strings sent to me by WeissCannon, and I think the WeissCannon Supercable would have been good for you. It's got the durability of poly but a lot softer and better feel than the typical poly, even better than the Tecnifibre Promix in my opinion. Unfortunately, it's not out in the market yet, but if you can get your hands on it later on, it's worth a try.

Thanks or the advice. Hey, maybe you can throw some of this new stuff my way before it even hits the stores? Wink
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« Reply #27 on: May 25, 2008, 05:08:58 PM »

I have news on my racket and some clarification. My cousin bought my n5 from Sports Authority in Illinois, we called them up and asked about why my n5 has no slit or triad tech. They said that "thats a nice question" haha, in other words they do not know, so they referred us to a wilson representative (aba pinasa kami parang nasa pinas din, hehe). So, when we talked to the wilson rep he said that my racket is not fake (sigh of relief, hahaha Grin) but it lacks triad tech, yun ang downside parang misrepresentation yun kasi nga yung n5 supposedly has triad tech (pde itong i sue sa court violation of consumer rights, para may lifetime supply ng racket, hehe). He said that the reason was that Wilson manufactured those rackets specifically for Sports Authority to sell it at a lower price the draw back daw is the n5 that i bought has less shock absorption compared to those that have triad tech. Meron pa, sabi nya the n5 that has no triad tech is more powerful than the ones that have triad tech, that i no longer understood. The guy lost me the moment he said your racket is not fake, the bottomline is my racket is authentic, HAHAHA!  Cheesy

Lesson learned "sa susunod huwag basta bibili ng murang racket", hehe. Wink
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« Reply #28 on: May 25, 2008, 05:53:42 PM »

I have news on my racket and some clarification. My cousin bought my n5 from Sports Authority in Illinois, we called them up and asked about why my n5 has no slit or triad tech. They said that "thats a nice question" haha, in other words they do not know, so they referred us to a wilson representative (aba pinasa kami parang nasa pinas din, hehe). So, when we talked to the wilson rep he said that my racket is not fake (sigh of relief, hahaha Grin) but it lacks triad tech, yun ang downside parang misrepresentation yun kasi nga yung n5 supposedly has triad tech (pde itong i sue sa court violation of consumer rights, para may lifetime supply ng racket, hehe). He said that the reason was that Wilson manufactured those rackets specifically for Sports Authority to sell it at a lower price the draw back daw is the n5 that i bought has less shock absorption compared to those that have triad tech. Meron pa, sabi nya the n5 that has no triad tech is more powerful than the ones that have triad tech, that i no longer understood. The guy lost me the moment he said your racket is not fake, the bottomline is my racket is authentic, HAHAHA!  Cheesy

Lesson learned "sa susunod huwag basta bibili ng murang racket", hehe. Wink

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« Reply #29 on: May 25, 2008, 07:01:05 PM »

I think there's an article in Tennis about phony frames although I don't think it applies to this particular case.

http://www.tennis.com/uploadedImages/Your_Game/Gear/General/2008_03_26_phony_frames.jpg
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« Reply #30 on: May 25, 2008, 07:43:57 PM »

at least gawa pa rin ng wilson, kulang lang ng triad technology...hehehe...tennis uli brod!!!
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« Reply #31 on: May 25, 2008, 09:20:54 PM »

Who ever that wilson sales rep is, he is a fake. How did you verify that he actually works with wilson. Its easy to make excuses. Wilson may make cheaper smu rackets but they will never name it as n5. They will call it a different model. So a particular model will have the same specs and color. Hindi puede parehong model tapos iba ang specs. I have seen a lot of n5 and n6 from the us that are fake. Nakalagay nga diyan sa n5 mo triad technology kahit walang triad diba?
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« Reply #32 on: May 25, 2008, 10:31:29 PM »

I don't know exactly what my stringer used by I remember him saying it's a Dunlop 17Ga. Poly.

Here's a pix.

Like I've said it would be nice to have more feel.

I can see why you're looking for more feel -- you have a stiff racket (i.X5) strung with stiff strings (poly).

More feel can be achieved with:
-- more flexible racket
-- more elastic strings
-- lower tension

Switching rackets is probably out of the question, so we're left with strings. Any synthetic is more elastic than poly. You have your choice from single-wrap monofilaments to multifilaments. renald should be able to help you in this regard. If durability is a concern, you might want to consider "softer" polys like Tecnifibre Promix. If you want to stick with your current string, you might want to consider lowering your tension 2-3 lb.

I just finished playtesting a couple of sample poly strings sent to me by WeissCannon, and I think the WeissCannon Supercable would have been good for you. It's got the durability of poly but a lot softer and better feel than the typical poly, even better than the Tecnifibre Promix in my opinion. Unfortunately, it's not out in the market yet, but if you can get your hands on it later on, it's worth a try.
Technifiber pro mix is not really your regular poly. Its a multi made of poly. When you hold it its more like a synthetic. And only as durable as synthetic. I recommend that you use a softer poly like red code 18 (softer than dynamite) and mfil for your cross (like wilson nxt but half the price)
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« Reply #33 on: May 25, 2008, 10:51:22 PM »

at least gawa pa rin ng wilson, kulang lang ng triad technology...hehehe...tennis uli brod!!!

Hehe, oo nga beginner lng namn ako.
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« Reply #34 on: May 25, 2008, 10:58:54 PM »

Who ever that wilson sales rep is, he is a fake. How did you verify that he actually works with wilson. Its easy to make excuses. Wilson may make cheaper smu rackets but they will never name it as n5. They will call it a different model. So a particular model will have the same specs and color. Hindi puede parehong model tapos iba ang specs. I have seen a lot of n5 and n6 from the us that are fake. Nakalagay nga diyan sa n5 mo triad technology kahit walang triad diba?

Yeah, you maybe right baka nga excuse lang nila yun. If you mean "triad tech" is written on the racket mine has no such writing. Oh well, buti na lng pala mura kung nde sayang yung pera, naloko na talaga ako, haha. Cheesy
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« Reply #35 on: May 26, 2008, 12:40:37 PM »

I don't know exactly what my stringer used by I remember him saying it's a Dunlop 17Ga. Poly.

Here's a pix.

Like I've said it would be nice to have more feel.

I can see why you're looking for more feel -- you have a stiff racket (i.X5) strung with stiff strings (poly).

More feel can be achieved with:
-- more flexible racket
-- more elastic strings
-- lower tension

Switching rackets is probably out of the question, so we're left with strings. Any synthetic is more elastic than poly. You have your choice from single-wrap monofilaments to multifilaments. renald should be able to help you in this regard. If durability is a concern, you might want to consider "softer" polys like Tecnifibre Promix. If you want to stick with your current string, you might want to consider lowering your tension 2-3 lb.

I just finished playtesting a couple of sample poly strings sent to me by WeissCannon, and I think the WeissCannon Supercable would have been good for you. It's got the durability of poly but a lot softer and better feel than the typical poly, even better than the Tecnifibre Promix in my opinion. Unfortunately, it's not out in the market yet, but if you can get your hands on it later on, it's worth a try.
Technifiber pro mix is not really your regular poly. Its a multi made of poly. When you hold it its more like a synthetic. And only as durable as synthetic. I recommend that you use a softer poly like red code 18 (softer than dynamite) and mfil for your cross (like wilson nxt but half the price)

I'll keep this in mind and try it out once my string breaks. Sayang e. Smiley
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« Reply #36 on: May 27, 2008, 03:18:14 AM »


Technifiber pro mix is not really your regular poly. Its a multi made of poly. When you hold it its more like a synthetic. And only as durable as synthetic. I recommend that you use a softer poly like red code 18 (softer than dynamite) and mfil for your cross (like wilson nxt but half the price)

Indeed, Promix is a multifilament, but a poly nonetheless.  I don't know that I would classify the Red Code as a "softer" poly. In my playtests, the stiffness was as expected with typical poly strings. Babolat RDC and ERT stringbed stiffness readings also indicated typical poly results.

The Promix and Gosen Polylon SP are two of the softer polys I've demoed prior to the WeissCannon Supercable. Even as I received the samples from Tecnifibre, I expected the Promix to be softer due to its multi construction and the mixture of polyurethane. Granted it's not as durable as monofilament polys, but I think it's at least twice as durable as regular synthetics. The Gosen Polylon SP is a lot more durable of course, and although it is a little stiffer than the Promix, it's still a lot softer than typical polys. As fas as "feel" is concerned, I would give the edge to Promix. 

But, if Darkwing is willing to sacrifice a little bit of feel, Polylon SP is a lot cheaper than Red Code or Promix, and the projected price of WeissCannon Supercable.

I would agree with you that a hybrid is a very good option. I must say however, that when it comes to optimal performance, I'm not a big fan of hybrids unless one of the hybrid strings is natural gut. Only gut has the dynamic properties that can match any synthetic. On the other hand, no synthetic has been able to match the dynamic properties of natural gut.
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« Reply #37 on: May 27, 2008, 04:52:29 PM »


Technifiber pro mix is not really your regular poly. Its a multi made of poly. When you hold it its more like a synthetic. And only as durable as synthetic. I recommend that you use a softer poly like red code 18 (softer than dynamite) and mfil for your cross (like wilson nxt but half the price)

Indeed, Promix is a multifilament, but a poly nonetheless.  I don't know that I would classify the Red Code as a "softer" poly. In my playtests, the stiffness was as expected with typical poly strings. Babolat RDC and ERT stringbed stiffness readings also indicated typical poly results.

The Promix and Gosen Polylon SP are two of the softer polys I've demoed prior to the WeissCannon Supercable. Even as I received the samples from Tecnifibre, I expected the Promix to be softer due to its multi construction and the mixture of polyurethane. Granted it's not as durable as monofilament polys, but I think it's at least twice as durable as regular synthetics. The Gosen Polylon SP is a lot more durable of course, and although it is a little stiffer than the Promix, it's still a lot softer than typical polys. As fas as "feel" is concerned, I would give the edge to Promix. 

But, if Darkwing is willing to sacrifice a little bit of feel, Polylon SP is a lot cheaper than Red Code or Promix, and the projected price of WeissCannon Supercable.

I would agree with you that a hybrid is a very good option. I must say however, that when it comes to optimal performance, I'm not a big fan of hybrids unless one of the hybrid strings is natural gut. Only gut has the dynamic properties that can match any synthetic. On the other hand, no synthetic has been able to match the dynamic properties of natural gut.

Now I'm confused. So the question should be, does the benefits of going hybrid outweighs the cost? Right?
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« Reply #38 on: May 27, 2008, 05:53:55 PM »

If you're looking for more "feel", please revisit my post on the issue, i.e., softer strings and lower tension. Durability seems to be a concern, hence the recommendation for softer polys in lieu of regular synthetics.

A poly/synthetic hybrid will also present a softer stringbed, and that's a valid option. The caveat with this hybrid combo is that the synthetic half of the hybrid will wear out, thin out and break a lot sooner than the poly half. So, you'll end up getting a stringjob a lot sooner than you would a full poly stringjob. As previously mentioned, perhaps simply lowering your tension 2-3 lb on your current strings might do the trick.

There are a variety of strings out there with different prices. You can examine the options presented here, compare it to string prices, and figure out what's best for your budget.
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« Reply #39 on: May 27, 2008, 06:01:15 PM »

Promix is only as durable as regular synthetics. Stamina strings are even more durable than the promix. I think racketwhiz is basing his opinion that it is made of poly so it must be durable which is not true. Re red code 18, it has stiffness of 222 compared to the poly range of 187-320. So its one of the softest string available locally. Gosen Polylon comfort is not available locally. Although I was given by gosen a sample for playtest, the projected retail price was higher than the red code, that I told them that it will not be saleable at that price. So they brought in Polylon 16 which was alot cheaper but stiffer. Re weiss string, its not available locally and its not even listed in the string selection map.

Re hybrid, poly syn hybrid will result in softer stringbed compared to a pure poly string. I agree that natural will give you softer stringbed than syn but syn will also produce softer stringbed than poly. Now if you cannot afford the natural string, you should not prevent yourself from trying a cheaper syn. In general, Hybrid with syn will produce a softer stringbed than a pure poly. This is a fact  not just my opinion.

Hybrid cost is the same. 1 set of poly and 1 set of syn is good for 2 rackets.
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« Reply #40 on: May 28, 2008, 03:14:29 AM »

Promix is only as durable as regular synthetics. Stamina strings are even more durable than the promix. I think racketwhiz is basing his opinion that it is made of poly so it must be durable which is not true.

I'm basing my opinion on my actual playtests. But, if your own tests reveal otherwise, I can't and won't argue with that. There are obviously a lot of variables involved and the ambient conditions are different, and the differences between your testing conditions and mine can yield different results. I try to keep our playtests as controlled as possible to minimize variance, and I make use of diagnostic equipment to help quantify or validate (or invalidate, hehehe) the feedback we get on-court.

Re red code 18, it has stiffness of 222 compared to the poly range of 187-320. So its one of the softest string available locally. Gosen Polylon comfort is not available locally. Although I was given by gosen a sample for playtest, the projected retail price was higher than the red code, that I told them that it will not be saleable at that price. So they brought in Polylon 16 which was alot cheaper but stiffer. Re weiss string, its not available locally and its not even listed in the string selection map.

As far as Gosen is concerned, I was talking about the Polylon SP, which is different from Polylon or Polylon Comfort. I am surprised, however, about the cost being so high. Here, the Polylon SP and Comfort is at least 35-40% cheaper than Red Code.  The WeissCannon is new in the US market. Perhaps it will be included in the string selection map next year. I realize that not all of the strings I've mentioned in this and previous posts are not available locally. However, I know that some of our members are out of country and some of our in-country members have means of getting these strings out of country either thru contacts, friends or relatives.

I actually welcome the inputs you make regarding issues like this. While we may not always agree on certain issues, the feedback you provide gives me another perspective to consider. The ambient conditions in  the Phils are different. Weather, humidity, temperature, court surface, even balls, etc., all these affect performance. For example, I use natural gut during the winter months when I don't play as often (gut can hold its tension for a longer time than other strings) and the cold weather typically stiffens a synthetic string (gut is more elastic) and/or makes the tennis ball a bit harder (the rubber becomes less elastic). During warmer months, I switch back to my usual synthetic multi strings. A lot of my clients who stick to their usual strings lower tension during the cold months for the same reason.

Bottomline is, the more data there is from my playtests, from your feedback and standard lab test results, the better understanding we can have on how strings and rackets perform under certain conditions. By doing so, it gives our members a wider perspective on what to expect from their equipment.
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« Reply #41 on: May 28, 2008, 06:02:33 PM »

Hybrid cost is the same. 1 set of poly and 1 set of syn is good for 2 rackets.

yup, i string my rakets this way too.

babolat pure drive
Prince synthetic-cross and Toalson poly-main
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« Reply #42 on: May 31, 2008, 01:45:18 PM »

i got 1 reel of babolat hurrican pro (yellow one), i tried using it for both mains and crosses. sakit sa siko! then, i tried using hybrids, i used gamma advantage 15 on my crosses... then i lowered my tension from 57 to 55. i enjoy using 53, pero mabilis bumaba tension ... feels like i cant lift the ball driving a topspin. sabit sa net. thats when i decide to cut it and get a new stringjob.

i enjoy 53 but will have to restring soon. i now use 55, so i will restring a bit later but will have to work with it for a while. hehehe. Grin Grin Grin mahal string eh!
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« Reply #43 on: June 01, 2008, 01:39:38 AM »

ayos reel, penge naman!!! hehehe
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« Reply #44 on: June 01, 2008, 06:34:06 PM »

ayos reel, penge naman!!! hehehe

for 1 racquet or half lang since ull do a hybrid?
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« Reply #45 on: June 01, 2008, 10:53:49 PM »

seryoso ko pre?? cge for half lang, salamat!
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« Reply #46 on: June 11, 2008, 02:24:29 PM »

To the doubters............. below is the verbatim quote of the explanation from a wilson employee, i guess this time she is not a faker, hehe. The text in bold is the response to my inquiry. I guess somebody owes me a racket.......hhhhmmmmm, just kidding.

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Response (Deborah Salerno) - 06/11/2008 02:36 PM
Thank you for your interest. We did make a special racquet for Sports Authority called the N5. Which is different than the Ncode 5. There should of been a hand tag on the racquet showing the features and benefits.

Thank you
Customer (Fabio T. Lapada Jr.) - 05/28/2008 05:21 AM
By the way,  I bought my racket from Sports Authority. Can you answer the question that, is a Wilson N5 Oversize racket without triad technology bought from the said store fake?

In addition my racket has a hologram sticker on the neck as well a U.S. patent pending number. I would like to hear from you soon. Thank you very much!

Mr. Lapada

Customer (Fabio T. Lapada Jr.) - 05/23/2008 09:59 PM
To whom it may concern,
       
          Just updating. I'm Mr. Lapada from the Philippines. My cousin bought me a
     wilson n5 tennis racket in the states. Rey Castillo a USRSA member
     said that it was fake and he is based in Davao City. He based his judgment
     on the pictures attached. He said that all n5 rackets have triad
     technology. The fact is mine does not have one. So I'm guessing my racket is
     fake but the store my cousin bought it from is well known. Can you
     please tell me if my racket is fake or not. Thanks!
       
       Mr. Lapada

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Customer (Fabio T. Lapada Jr.) - 05/22/2008 07:33 AM
To whom it may concern,
   
  Good day, I'm Mr. Lapada from the Philippines. My cousin bought me a wilson  N5 tennis racket in the states. Rey Castillo a USRSA member said that it was fake and he is based in Davao City. He based his judgment on the picture attached. He said that all N5 rackets have triad technology. The fact is mine does not have one. So I'm guessing the racket is fake but the store my cousin bought it from is well known. Can you please tell me if my racket is fake or not. Thanks!
   
  Mr. Lapada
   


  Now were free from the nuisance but still this feeling of uneasiness lurking in our hearts, a feeling of something shocking about to happen, I hope not.

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  Product Level 2: Tennis - General
     Date Created: 05/22/2008 07:33 AM
     Last Updated: 06/11/2008 02:36 PM
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« Reply #47 on: June 11, 2008, 03:28:05 PM »

sabi na e...orig yang raketa mo e....
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« Reply #48 on: June 11, 2008, 05:05:49 PM »

Ok yan partner fabs. Pareho tayo, I wouldn't stop till I get to the bottom of things.
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« Reply #49 on: June 12, 2008, 04:35:31 AM »

sabi na e...orig yang raketa mo e....
CORRECT!!!!!
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