Yonex Poly Tour Strike Black 12m String

Reel Yonex Poly Tour Strike

The Yonex Poly Tour Strike string is a round monofilament. The stiff feel on strike offers a great deal of control.

The firmness of this product combines control and feel. What's more, the string's performance shines through in its ability to respond evenly over time.

Our string test Yonex Poly Tour Strike

Power and control

From the very first strokes of the racket, you'll notice a string that's very explosive when struck. This dynamism combines perfectly with ball control, which remains the dominant factor. The power reserve is satisfactory, but players with a good stroke quality will appreciate it more.

Spin

As for spin, it is slightly above average for a round polyester string.

Comfort and forgiveness

Comfort and tolerance are well below average, which is quite normal for a rigid mono. Fragile players are advised to adjust the tension by 2 kilos. Don't worry, you won't lose control!

Service life and tension hold

The string responds very well over time, with minimal loss of tension. What's more, it's highly resistant to breakage.

Sensation / feel / stiffness

The string impressed us with its firmness when struck. In fact, the ball-string contact time is very short, allowing the string to be explosive. As for touch, it's very clean, allowing players to put the ball wherever they want.

Who should use it?

It's the ideal choice for competitive players with a strong stroke. In this case, these players should prefer a rigid feel.

For what type of game?

Strikers looking for control and touch will love this string.

Where does Yonex Poly Tour Strike fit into the Yonex range?

This string is the stiffest monofilament in the Yonex range. As a result, it's also the most controlled, which is why it's so popular with heavy hitters. Quite similar to Poly Tour Fire, it offers better spinning action. Last but not least, it delivers an even crisper feel that enhances playing speed.

Advantages: Ball feel, Control, Durability

Disadvantages: Comfort, Tolerance