Babolat RPM Team 16/1.30 String
Line: RPM Team
$21.00
Carlos Alcaraz's string of choice, RPM Team also makes a great choice for big hitters who want a durable co-poly that delivers maximum control on full swings. Although constructed with air bubbles to soften the feel, RPM Team is actually one of the firmest Babolat strings tested in our string lab. As a result, it has outstanding control, which will help you swing faster when adding pace and spin to your shots. RPM Team also has a slick coating, which enables the strings to snap back with extra force (think heavy spin). Ultimately, RPM Team is perfect for big hitters who don't like having to worry about overhitting. Did we mention the control?
String specs
| Gauge | 16/1.30mm |
| Length | 40ft/12m |
| Composition | Extruded co-poly monofilament with an octagonal profile |
| Color | Black |
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What players say
Tennis Warehouse's own playtesters and Tennisnerd both rate RPM Team as a firm co-poly that feels more comfortable than its lab stiffness number suggests, with control as its strongest trait and spin that is good but not class-leading. Customer comments on Tennis Warehouse are mostly positive on spin, control, and comfort, but a meaningful minority report quick tension loss, main breakage, or elbow pain.
Best for
- Advanced players with fast, long swings
- Big hitters who want control over outright power
- Players seeking a firmer poly that still feels fairly comfortable
- Self-stringers who want a long-lasting control string
Pros
- Control is the standout trait across both pro reviews
- Feels more comfortable than its stiffness rating implies
- Decent spin with good ball bite for a control-first poly
- Holds tension and durability well for many users
Cons
- Spin is good but not exceptional next to other RPM strings
- Power is modest, typical of a control-oriented co-poly
- Some users report fast tension loss or dull feel after a few hours
- A minority report main breakage or elbow discomfort at common tensions
Voices
— Munish, Tennis Warehouse playtester, Web
Despite having a higher stiffness rating in our labs, RPM Team felt fairly comfortable.
— Oak, Tennis Warehouse playtester, Web
I felt like I was rolling over the ball with good connection to what I was doing.
— Stefan Kornitzky, Tennisnerd, Web
probably the most underrated and under-used string of the RPM line-up
— Lucas, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
Love this string, lots of spin, control and comfort.
— Joe, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
soft but grips the ball well
— Davis, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
felt I had no control of my shots