Head is an Amsterdam-based sports equipment and clothing company known for its tennis equipment. Head racquets are used by former tennis champion Andre Agassi, and current top pros Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray, Tommy Haas and Richard Gasquet. In all, about 30 of the top 100 players on the ATP Tour use Head racquets. Head tennis strings are equally as popular, and used regularly by pro and amateur players.
About Tennis Racquet Strings
Similar to tennis racquets, tennis strings have evolved considerably in the past 20 years and are partly responsible for the transition that tennis has experienced in the past ten years. Every player has different requirements and opinions on what makes a tennis string right for him, but most agree that the important aspects to consider are playability, durability, gauge and material. Playability is how quickly the tennis ball snaps back after impact. Durability is how resilient the strings are and how much they will resist breaking, especially in the middle of a point. Finding the right balance between playability and durability can be challenging. The more durable strings result in less playability and vice versa. Gauge is the thickness of the string and the material is what the string is made from, such as natural gut, synthetic or polyester.
Natural Gut
Despite the usual reference to cats, natural gut tennis strings are made out of cows' gut. According to Stringforum.net, the main features of natural gut are superb elasticity, tension, stability and liveliness. The drawbacks are the cost and sensitivity to weather. For natural gut, Tennis-warehouse.com recommends Head Natural Gut Half Set 16 String because natural gut from Head offers an optimum blend of power, comfort, and feel. Head Natural Gut Half Set 16 Strings are available in white.
Polyester
In the polyester category, Tennis-warehouse.com recommends Head Sonic Pro 16 Strings, and describes them as being made from a uniquely refined co-polymer polyester with a soft molecular construction and offering superior control and touch for extra pop and spin. Players favoring playability will enjoy the lively response that the Head Sonic Pro 16 strings provide. Stringforum.net explains that polyester strings are considered monofilament, which means they consist of a single polyester fiber with a thin coating. The Sonic Pro is available in white, orange and black.
Synthetic
Tennis-Warehouse.com recommends the premium synthetic Head ETS 17 String for those who desire enhanced durability, power and comfort. ETS technology provides exceptional elasticity and energy transfer for maximum power and a perfect sound, according to the website. Stringforum.net reports that the synthetic strings are a step forward in combining the playability of natural gut with the durability of more resilient materials. Head ETS 17 Strings are available in white.
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