String Playtest: Solinco Tour Bite 17, 18

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"This string plays stiff during the first session. After relaxing, it plays like a dream. The bite is very impressive." 4.5 male all-court player using Wilson BLX Six One Tour strung at 60 pounds LO (Luxilon Alu Power Rough 16L)

"This string performs very well at low tensions. The lack of trampoline allows me to drive ground strokes with great precision. The combination of spin and power from the baseline is outstanding. My serve has above average spin and pace. This is a keeper." 5.0 male baseliner with heavy spin using Babolat Aeropro Drive strung at 55 pounds CP (Babolat Pro Hurricane Tour 17)

"Great feel from the very first hit. Surprisingly good touch. Given the high stiffness, I would definitely advise the use of lower tensions. Great tension maintenance and very little string movement. After 20 hours, the string shows no signs of wear." 3.5 male touch player using Dunlop Aerogel 4D 2 Hundred strung at 56 pounds CP (Polyester 17)

"This plays almost identical to some of the high end polyesters featured on the pro tour. Excellent control and spin, with just enough power to put your opponent on his heels." 3.5 male baseliner with moderate spin using Prince O3 Silver strung at 50 pounds CP (Luxilon Original Rough 16)

"This is a very playable poly. Great power, control, and durability." 4.0 male all-court player using Wilson nTour strung at 50 pounds LO (Prince Poly EXP 17)

"This string has a unique combination of comfort, control, and spin. It gets better with age. Each session is better than the last." 5.5 male all-court player using Wilson K Six One Tour strung at 55 pounds CP (Luxilon Alu Power Rough 16L)

"This is a playable poly with good power and control. It holds tension quite well. The strings do not move. The bite and durability are also very impressive." 4.5 male baseliner with heavy spin using Babolat Aeropro Drive strung at 56 pounds CP (Genesis Spin X 16)

"Though polyester is not my cup a tea, I do enjoy the playability and power of this string." 4.0 male baseliner with moderate spin using Wilson nPro strung at 53 pounds LO (Wilson Sensation 16)

"This string really grabs the ball, giving the user an increased sense of control." 4.5 male all-court player using Wilson K Blade strung at 57 pounds LO (Luxilon Adrenaline 17)

"Given the high comfort and power levels, control is surprisingly good. The feel is impressive. The response is smooth and quiet, especially on hard shots." 5.0 male serve-and-volley player using Volkl DNX V1 OS strung at 45 pounds LO (Gamma Zo Tour 16)

"This is an arm friendly poly with good playability and spin." 3.5 male all-court player using Pro Kennex Graphite Acclaim strung at 60 pounds CP (nylon monofilament 16)

"This is a soft and comfortable poly that comes with great pop and zero arm fatigue." 5.0 male all-court player using Dunlop Aerogel 5 Hundred Tour strung at 54 pounds CP (Dunlop Explosive Polyester 17)

"The shaped construction increases bite." 5.0 male serve-and-volley player using Dunlop M Fil 200 Plus strung at 54/56 pounds CP (Tecnifibre Black Code 18)

"Spin and durability are excellent. Tension holds up for several hours." 5.0 male all-court player using Wilson BLX Six One (76 holes) strung at 60 pounds LO (Wilson Hollow Core 16)

"This string is begging to be used as a hybrid main with a natural gut cross. The possibilities are endless." 4.0 male all-court player using Head Prestige Classic strung at 45 pounds LO (Gamma Professional 18)

"This string makes a positive impression from the outset. Great control, spin, and comfort. Tension loss is a little high though. Perhaps those with oversize frames should consider pre-stretching." 4.5 male all-court player using Prince O3 Hybrid Hornet OS strung at 54 pounds LO (Nylon Multifilament 18)

"This is a great string for big hitters. Good control on serves. Bite is not as remarkable as anticipated and touch is lacking." 3.5 male serve-and-volley player using Wilson Hyper Pro Staff 6.1 Stretch strung at 55 pounds CP (Tecnifibre MultiFeel 16)

"This is an average polyester with great durability." 4.0 male baseliner with heavy spin using Dunlop 200G (Muscle Weave) strung at 65 pounds CP (Prince Synthetic Gut w/Duraflex 17)