Genesis Black Magic 17/1.23 String Reel - 660'
Line: Black Magic
$99.90
String specs
| Gauge | 17/1.23mm |
| Length | 660ft/200m |
| Composition | Co-polyester Monofilament |
| Color | Black |
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What players say
Tennis Warehouse's playtest team rated this co-poly 80 overall, praising its comfort and tension maintenance for a polyester, with control the strongest category and power the weakest. Long-term customer reviews on the same reel are positive, with players calling it a durable go-to string, though one older reviewer called it just an average poly whose feel and comfort stand out more than its playability.
Best for
- Players wanting a softer, more comfortable poly
- Big hitters who need durability and control
- Players moving from multifilament or synthetic to their first poly
- Full-bed poly or poly mains in a hybrid
Pros
- Comfortable and softer-feeling than most polyesters, even in the thinner 17 gauge
- Holds tension well and resists bagging out over time
- Strong control, letting players swing out while shots still land in
- Good durability relative to other co-polys
Cons
- Power is below average for a poly, per lab and playtester scores
- Spin is inconsistent between testers, with some calling it noticeably below average for a round poly
- Too firm and underpowered to suit beginners
Voices
— Troy, Tennis Warehouse playtester, Web
I found plenty of spin potential on my shots with the 17 gauge (1.23 mm)
— Erik, Tennis Warehouse playtester, Web
I felt like I could really swing out and my shots would still drop in the court.
— Sean, Tennis Warehouse playtester, Web
Seeing as Black Magic is a round poly, I thought spin production was noticeably below average.
— Mark Nouillan, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
I've never saw anyone hit the ball harder, and I've seen the best.
— Steve, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
My favorite go to string. Similar attributes to RPM Blast but doesn't lose the pop like RPM does.
— Marek, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
It is an average polyester string. The only thing that stands out is feel and comfort.