Gosen Sidewinder 16 String Black
Line: Sidewinder 16
$14.99
Gosen has created one of the most arm-friendly co-polys on the market. Not only is this a great string for intermediates who want to transition into a control string, but it's also ideal for advanced players who want control without a lot of shock. This special blended polyester monofilament adds a twist. Literally. By twisting the string in the extrusion process, Gosen has given Sidewinder a textured shape for increased ball bite. This, in turn, enhances spin, allowing for better control. It also offers excellent durability. This string received one of the lowest stiffness scores for a co-poly in our University String Database
String specs
| Gauge | 16/1.30~1.32mm |
| Length | 40ft/12.2m |
| Composition | Co-polyester Monofilament |
| Color | Orange |
Where to buy
What players say
Independent video and forum coverage of this exact black colorway is scarce; the available feedback is a handful of verified Tennis Warehouse buyer reviews on the product listing itself. Buyers consistently describe the twisted co-poly as comfortable for a polyester, with good spin and control, and only minor, split comments on durability.
Best for
- Players wanting a comfortable, arm-friendly poly with added spin
- Players moving off stiffer co-polys who still want control
- Players who prioritize feel over maximum durability
Pros
- Comfort stands out repeatedly; buyers call it soft for a polyester and closer to synthetic gut in feel
- Spin and control both rated well by multiple reviewers
- One long-term user reported it held up about four months under daily 3-4 hour play
Cons
- Durability feedback is mixed; one reviewer called it maybe a little less durable despite liking the feel
- Very few independent reviews exist for this exact black colorway; most come from one retailer's customer review section
- No dedicated video, Reddit, or forum discussion of this exact string was found
Voices
— Aj, CA, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
Best combination of comfort, control and feel in a poly.
— Anonymous, CA, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
This string was pretty comfortable hitting and provided awesome spin and control.
— Anonymous, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
Plenty of power and control, has a closer feeling to synthetic gut than the other polyesters I've tried, very crisp.
— Anon, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
this set lasted me close to 4 months playing 3-4 hours a day, every day
— Frank, FL, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
It is a comfortable poly, but take it with a grain of salt because I have played with it only a couple of times.