Babolat BRPMBR3

Babolat RPM Rough 16/1.30 String

Line: RPM Rough

$21.00

Reference price as of June 2026 Not a live offer

RPM Rough is the textured version of RPM Blast, one of the most popular co-polys ever made. Like the standard RPM Blast, this string is a co-polymer monofilament with an octagonal shape and a special cross-linked silicone coating. RPM Rough is perfect for aggressive players who like to attack the ball with long, fast strokes. Our playtesters found it a tad softer and more powerful than the original RPM Blast, resulting in a slightly more penetrating shot. With its grippy surface, you'll find plenty of bite for bringing the ball down with spin. The durability is also quite high, making this a great option for string breakers.

String specs

Gauge	16/1.30mm
Length	40ft/12m
Composition	Co-polyester Monofilament
Color	Grey, Red, Yellow

Where to buy

Tennis Warehouse

What players say

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Players describe RPM Rough as a softer, more arm-friendly take on RPM Blast, with a textured octagonal profile that adds extra bite and spin over the smooth original. Tennis Warehouse playtesters and customer reviewers are mostly positive, but some note the string gets livelier and less predictable once it loses tension, so it needs a timely restring to stay at its best.

Best for

Aggressive baseliners wanting extra spin
Players moving from multifilament into poly
Hybrid mains or crosses
Players who find RPM Blast too stiff

Pros

More bite and spin than smooth RPM Blast thanks to the textured surface
Softer, more arm-friendly feel than the original RPM Blast
Several users say it holds tension and playability longer than standard RPM
Predictable ball path, with testers calling out the slice as a strength

Cons

Power and control get erratic once the string loses tension
Still stiff compared to true arm-friendly strings
Feel came across as muted and disconnected to at least one playtester
Tennis Warehouse testers say it needs restringing within a few weeks to stay predictable