Babolat RPM Hurricane White 200m Reel

200m Babolat RPM Hurricane Reel White

The Babolat RPM Hurricane string (formerly Pro Hurricane Tour) is a co-polyester string with an octagonal structure (8 sides). This feature enhances spin potential thanks to its edges, while also optimizing ball control. Indeed, the flat faces will overlap and provide a longer ball/string contact time.

Thanks to its specific low-density copolyester design, the Babolat RPM Hurricane string is quite flexible, offering good ball speed and tolerance to off-center hits.

We recommend the Pro Hurricane Tour to players looking for a good balance of control and power, along with exceptional spin potential.

Finally, its excellent durability will please heavy hitters. Those who frequently break strings can opt for the thicker gauges.

The Babolat RPM Hurricane string in detail:

The octagonal structure of the string provides the RPM Hurricane with excellent spin potential while optimizing control.

The power provided by the string's flexibility allows for an ideal compromise between precision and ball speed. Lift players will easily find all areas with heavy, powerful balls that have a high trajectory.

Tolerant, it will allow attackers to unleash their shots with confidence and defenders to regain control of the point even in tricky positions.

If we had to point out a weakness, it is merely the trade-off of its structure. Indeed, while the RPM Hurricane is durable, you will notice a decline in overall performance faster than with unstructured strings. The edges of the Babolat RPM Hurricane string gradually round off and provide less spin potential over time.

This string is available in several gauges: 1.20 - 1.25 - 1.30 and 1.35 gauge.

Optimize the performance of your Babolat RPM Hurricane string by selecting the right gauge:

The 1.20 gauge will offer maximum feel, comfort, and power. It is perfect for small head rackets that wear strings less quickly, as the thinner the gauge, the faster the string breaks.

The 1.25 gauge will provide the best compromise between power and spin potential. This gauge should be used on rackets with head sizes of 645cm² or less. Be careful not to use the 1.25 gauge on rackets larger than 645cm² to avoid poor frame/string performance.

The 1.30 gauge is more suited for hitters and players who frequently break strings. Both conditions must be met to fully utilize the Babolat RPM Hurricane string in 1.30 gauge. You can use it on rackets larger than 645cm².

Finally, the 1.35 gauge will offer maximum control and durability. Extreme string breakers and heavy hitters can enjoy it. However, be cautious of the loss of comfort with this gauge.

Advice for the tension of the Babolat RPM Hurricane string:

We recommend not exceeding a tension of 24 kilos on a 645cm² head size. Indeed, a structured string offers more spin potential, so your ball will be shorter. You may need to hit harder to achieve a bit more length.

By applying a tension higher than 24kg, you will lose performance and be forced to exert more effort, which can more easily lead to pain in the forearm and/or shoulder.

You can increase the tension to 25 kilos on rackets between 660cm² and 690cm².

A little nod from Extreme Tennis:

The Babolat RPM Hurricane string is quite powerful; do not try to make it a very control-oriented string by increasing the tension. It is better to switch to a string that naturally offers more control.