Babolat Synthetic Gut 16/1.30 String
Line: Synthetic Gut
$8.00
Babolat Synthetic Gut is the perfect option for the player who wants great all around playability. In addition to its comfortably crisp feel, this synthetic gut offers a nice balance of comfort, power, durability and spin. Did we mention the incredible price?
String specs
| Gauge | 16/1.30mm |
| Length | 40ft/12m |
| Composition | Synthetic Gut (solid core) |
| Color | Black, White |
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What players say
Player feedback on Babolat Synthetic Gut 16/1.30 comes almost entirely from Tennis Warehouse customer reviews rather than independent press or video reviews. Most buyers call it a reliable, cheap all-rounder with a gut-like feel, though a couple of players found the feel and spin less distinct than pricier strings.
Best for
- Budget-conscious players
- Recreational players stringing often
- Players wanting a soft, gut-like feel
- Softening a poly hybrid
Pros
- Seen as very affordable for the performance it gives
- Several reviewers say it feels close to natural gut
- Comfortable on the arm, one reviewer switching from a poly-leaning setup noted less arm abrasion
- Delivers plenty of power according to multiple reviewers
Cons
- One longtime player found the feel less distinct than other strings, making drop shots harder to judge
- Spin is described as decent but not pronounced compared to spin-oriented strings
- A reviewer noted the strings moved around in the pattern, raising durability doubts after limited use
Voices
— Brian, CO, Web
Affordable, durable, and high-performing.
— Mark, TEX, Web
Highly recommend the Babolat Synthetic Tennis String! Plays very much like natural gut!
— George Long, VA, Web
I wasn't able to feel my drop shots as well but it did provide plenty of power.
— Hunter, AL, Web
In comparison, these strings have more feel and control, and way less abrasive on my arm.
— Hunter, AL, Web
The spin isn't as pronounced, but still excellent.