Latest posts by Chris Nash
StringLab AL13 Tour LB Review – Controlled Power With a Fun, Addictive Feel
I tried out StringLab’s AL13 Tour LB in the Head Speed MP. It has the same feel as classic control poly strings, but with a smoother, more playable feel overall. I wanted to try it out in the to see how it stacks up against some of the more well-known players in the category, like […]
Toroline O’Toro Snap Review – Subtle Control, Lower Launch & Baseline Consistency
Toroline is known for making modern polys that focus on performance and have a very unique feel. I wanted to try O’Toro Snap in the thicker 1.25mm gauge because some of Toroline’s thinner 1.23mm products can sound a little tinny or pingy at times. That’s not necessarily a bad thing; it’s just a part of […]
Grapplesnake Soldier Review – Control, Stability & Long Life
Grapplesnake isn’t necessarily a household name yet, but its performance profile clearly shows that Grapplesnake Soldier uses a German-engineered approach across its entire line. Soldier is a control-oriented polyester that is meant to give players who hit hard and want their string bed to be consistent in reliability, stability, and long life. I tried Soldier […]
Tecnifibre X-One Tennis Balls Review: Premium Feel with Serious Staying Power
Tecnifibre X-One tennis balls are marketed as a high-end choice, and they do play like one. I tried them out to see if they performed across several hard-hitting sessions and competitive matches. From the first bounce, X-One feels heavier and more pressurized than other balls in the premium category. They drive across the court with […]
Tecnifibre Multifeel strings: Premium Comfort + Easy Power for Developing Players
Tecnifibre Multifeel is their entry level multifilament but is one of the most trusted multifilaments for club players who want comfort, feel, and easy access to depth without hurting their arms. It fits perfectly between soft beginner strings and high-end performance multis, giving a cleaner, more supportive response. I tried out the Multifeel 1.25mm in […]
HEAD Pro Balls Review: Value Buy or False Economy?
I recently tried out the HEAD Pro tennis balls in the hopes of finding a cheap all-court option for club play and heavy hitting sessions. Their bounce and speed were fine right out of the can; they were lively enough for baseline rallies and hard hitting. But after a heavy hitting session they dropped off […]
Genesis New: Crisp Feel and Predictable Control for All-Court Players
Genesis New is a new co-poly that gives players good control without losing the feel of the ball. New is a crisp but comfortable poly that promises to give players predictable control and enough pop to finish points. I tried out New Cyan 125 in the Head Speed MP, which is a racquet that already […]
Wilson Tour Premier All Court Tennis Balls – Full Review
I recently tested out the Wilson Tour Premier All Court balls as I was looking to find an alternative to the Wilson US Open due to stock issues in my local store. They had these in so thought I’d give them a go. They are a little more expensive than the US Open from what […]
Dunlop Australian Open Tennis Balls Review: Bounce, Durability and Best Alternatives
Dunlop and the Australian Open go way back. Dunlop market the Australian Open as durable and high-performance balls for hard courts, but also work for clay and indoor play as well. I gave these a try as they come in at a similar price point to the Head Pro and Slazenger Wimbledon which I have […]
Tecnifibre Club Balls Review – Best Tennis Balls for Club Players?
Tecnifibre Club Balls are one of the most well-balanced choices on the market right now. Tecnifibre has expanded its offering beyond strings and frames and have developed these balls for all-court performance and durability. The Club Ball sits just below their best in class X-One ball but is competitively priced and longer lasting than many […]