Getting Technical
String Types
Monofilament & Polyester
A solid construction blending polyester or polyether. These are quite stiff and little elastic compared to Multifilament strings but provide better durability. There has been a vast expansion and improvement in these strings. Example: Luxilon Big Banger Original, Babolat RPM Blast.
Solid core with Single wrap
A very common construction. The solid core gives durability while reducing tension loss whilst the outer wrap improves playability and protect the inner core. Example; Prince Synthetic Gut
Solid core with multi-wrap
A softer feel is achieved although durability is decreased due to the thinner core.
Multicore with multi-wrap
The multifilament core increases elasticity improving playability. The outer wrap protects the core. Example; Yonex BG65ti, Yonex Nanogy 99, Ashaway badminton strings.
Multifilament
Similar construction to Natural Gut. The coreless string is made from multi fibres and then coated for protection. It has excellent playability. Example; Technifibre X-One Biphase.
Composites
A combination of nylon and aramid fibres increases durability whilst retaining playability. Example; Ashaway Composite XL
Monofilament & Polyester
A solid construction blending polyester or polyether. These are quite stiff and little elastic compared to Multifilament strings but provide better durability. There has been a vast expansion and improvement in these strings. Example: Luxilon Big Banger Original, Babolat RPM Blast.
Solid core with Single wrap
A very common construction. The solid core gives durability while reducing tension loss whilst the outer wrap improves playability and protect the inner core. Example; Prince Synthetic Gut
Solid core with multi-wrap
A softer feel is achieved although durability is decreased due to the thinner core.
Multicore with multi-wrap
The multifilament core increases elasticity improving playability. The outer wrap protects the core. Example; Yonex BG65ti, Yonex Nanogy 99, Ashaway badminton strings.
Multifilament
Similar construction to Natural Gut. The coreless string is made from multi fibres and then coated for protection. It has excellent playability. Example; Technifibre X-One Biphase.
Composites
A combination of nylon and aramid fibres increases durability whilst retaining playability. Example; Ashaway Composite XL