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Toroline Stevie Hybrid Review: O’Toro Tour + Truffle X Tested
Toroline’s Stevie Hybrid is an interesting concept. It is trying to find a middle ground between a full polyester setup and a hybrid that is easier on the arms. The setup combines Toroline O’Toro Tour in the mains with Truffle X in the crosses. The goal is to add comfort and forgiveness while still providing […]
The Best Racquets of 2025
For a more updated overview of our recommendations, head over to see the best tennis racquets for all categories. — In the past, we called this the Gear of the Year, but since there aren’t many strings released each year and we don’t try every new shoe, let’s focus on the best racquets of 2025. […]
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 […]
Tried, Tested and Timeless – Pro’s Tennis Shoes
Tennis players are very particular about their gear. Racquets, strings, shoes, you name it. Every small detail matters. Once they find something that works, they rarely change it. Sponsored players are often pushed to use the latest models. New designs. New tech. It helps with marketing and sales, but that does not always mean the […]
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 […]
Yonex VCORE 2026
The new Yonex VCORE 2026 racquets have been revealed and we are excited to start testing them. The VCORE is in its 8th generation with a focus on sweet spot, snapback, speed and stability. I have to give Yonex kudos, no matter what the Tennisnerd verdict will be when we start play-testing these racquets, for […]
Dino Prizmic’s Racquet – Player Profile
Dino Prizmic is a Croatian player and currently one of the biggest, young talents on the ATP tour. He will be fighting for the title at the ATP Next Gen Finals at the end of December. But what is Prizmic tennis racquet? Dino Prizmic’s tennis racquet Dino Prizmic’s racquet is currently, most likely, a Pure […]
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 […]
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 […]