Babolat RPM Hurricane 17/1.25 String
Line: RPM Hurricane
$16.00
RPM Hurricane is big on control and spin. It's also quite firm, so we think it works best for intermediate to advanced baseliners with long, fast strokes. String breakers take note: this one offers excellent durability. The octagonal profile gives RPM Hurricane great bite, while the coating allows the strings to snap back with greater force. The result is a heavy ball loaded with spin, especially for players who swing big. Our topspin hitters noted that they could reach maximum swing speed because the spin brought the ball down so effectively. This is a great option for power baseliners who want the ultimate in spin, control, and durability.
String specs
| Gauge | 17/1.25mm |
| Length | 40ft/12m |
| Composition | Co-polyester Monofilament |
| Color | White, Yellow |
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What players say
Reviewers agree this is a control and spin string first: the octagonal profile bites the ball and lets big swingers keep shots in without extra power from the bed. The recurring tradeoff is a firm, dead feel with little cushioning, so a few testers flagged arm concerns and tension drop after a week or two.
Best for
- Aggressive baseliners with full swings
- Players who generate their own pace
- Heavy topspin hitters
- String breakers who want durability
Pros
- Exceptional control on hard, fast swings
- Strong spin bite from the octagonal profile
- Holds up for weeks without breaking for most club players
- Lets players swing out without the ball sailing long
Cons
- Firm, dead feel with very little built-in power
- Comfort suffers; one tester flagged possible arm strain in stiffer frames
- Tension drops within about two weeks, loosening the stringbed
Voices
— Chris, Tennis Warehouse playtester, Web
My favorite aspect of this string is the amount of control I get playing with it.
— Andy, Tennis Warehouse playtester, Web
It's not the most comfortable string out there...I could envision some arm problems potentially arising.
— Richard, Tennis Warehouse customer reviewer, Web
I used to be a string breaker. Strings never lasted more than a few sets. Now I rarely break a string.