Grapplesnake Tour M8 17/1.25 String Reel - 660'
Line: Tour M8
$179.95
Introducing Tour M8 ! Occupying the middle ground between Grapplesnake's softest poly (Alpha) and one of its firmest (Tour Sniper), this co-poly delivers exceptional control on full swings while staying surprisingly responsive on touch shots and shorter cuts. It also packs eight edges for bite, a slick surface for snapback, and an ultra predictable trajectory, giving it exceptional spin-potential. Ultimately, Tour M8 is an extremely well-built co-poly. In addition to great control, spin, and durability, it delivers a wonderfully balanced ("Goldilocks") feel, making it one of the most versatile and impressive polys to hit the U.S. market in 2025.
String specs
| Gauge | 17/1.25 |
| Length | 660ft/200m |
| Composition | Co-poly monofilament |
| Color | Olive |
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What players say
Players and one independent reviewer describe Tour M8 as a control-first co-poly with strong spin, good ball pocketing, and a feel that is softer and more comfortable than many stiff polys. The main disagreement is tension: most players are happiest in the low-to-mid 40s lbs, while one player who strung it tighter found it stiff and lost directional control.
Best for
- Control and spin seekers
- Players switching from firmer polys
- Low-to-mid tension stringing (around 40-46 lbs)
- Advanced players building a match string
Pros
- Strong control and ball pocketing on full swings
- Easy spin with a noticeable snapback
- Feels comfortable and arm-friendly for a poly
- Holds tension and durability rated well by multiple players
Cons
- Stretches noticeably during stringing and loses some tension in the first hour on court
- One player found it too stiff with poor directional control at 44-46 lbs
- Players favoring high tension (52+ lbs) may prefer a different string
- Still a poly, so the usual arm-comfort caution applies for sensitive players
Voices
— Jonas Eriksson, Tennisnerd, Web
In short, the Grapplesnake Tour M8 is a high-quality control poly with excellent feel, control and spin properties.
— Jonas Eriksson, Tennisnerd, Web
I have tried other strings at this tension, but rarely get the same snapback and playability as with Tour M8.
— Ryan (CA), Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
I've tried a lot of strings and this is by far my favorite... It lasts for months playing 4.0-4.5 three times per week.
— Anonymous (MT), Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
It's crisp without being pingy, medium-firm without being boardy, comfortable without being muted, and has the right amount of spin and power.
— Rian (CA), Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
They're stiff, but just lost all control at that tension... My directional control is not good though with them.
— The Best In The West (WA), Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
The last poly I tried hurt my forearm to play for the first like 10 hours of play. This poly felt great right away.