Ashaway Kevlar 18/1.10 String Reel - 360'
Line: Kevlar
$124.00
Kevlar strings are used for superior durability and resistance to notching. Can also be used with synthetic gut cross strings to ensure adequate flexibility and ball control by complementing the stiff Kevlar mains. Using a hybrid string combination is recommended for power players with heavy topspin or chronic string breakage problems. Many advanced players have found a hybrid combination (kevlar mains, synthetic crosses) to be their secret to great durability. Try this 18 gauge version for maximum spin!
String specs
| Gauge | 18/1.10mm |
| Length | 360ft/110m |
| Composition | Braided aramid bonded w/nylon. |
| Color | Gold |
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What players say
Reviewers who buy this reel are mostly players chasing durability who hybrid it with a softer cross. They report strong spin bite and a crisp, solid feel, with the main complaint being stiffness and shorter-than-polyester comfort for some setups.
Best for
- Chronic string breakers
- Hybrid mains with a soft cross
- Players wanting spin bite
- Older or more flexible frames
Pros
- Durable, holds up like a polyester according to players who string it as a main
- Good spin and ball bite from the braided texture
- Works well in hybrid setups with a soft multifilament or synthetic gut cross
- Several reviewers call it comfortable when paired with a softer cross string
Cons
- At least one reviewer found it not durable despite good feel
- Kevlar is inherently stiff, so comfort depends heavily on the cross string chosen
- Few independent reviews exist for this exact gauge/reel beyond the retailer's own customer reviews
Voices
— Peter Chon-kuang Chen, Web
Use Kevlar 18 gauge on the main and Wilson Sensation on the cross at 51 pounds is the best hybrid setup for me on Wilson Triad Three.
— Mitch R, Web
If you're looking for a crisp and spin friendly string bed this is the choice. As durable as a polyester, but soft compared to synthetic gut.
— Rick, Web
Best tennis string I've ever used. Great for spin, above average durability, great accuracy and power. I use an old, hard racquet.
— Jpl, Web
Can hit a strong topspin. If the cross is strung with a soft multifilament, the string is still very comfortable.
— Anonymous reviewer, Web
Good feel but not durable