Reviews for Ashaway *HYBRID* Crossfire II 16G Tennis String
November 15, 2016
No Strings Attached
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Best string I have found. I play an elbow friendly racquet (Wilson BLX 3) with a Gamma Shockbuster 2 dampner. Virtually no vibration, and I can play 3 hours a day 7 days a week without problems. But any of the "soft" multifilament like Sensation would last at most 10 days. This string lasts me up to 2 months, and still feels great in terms of comfort and play. I buy half a dozen sets at a time, and get a discount when I do. Very happy with this string and a healthy elbow.

Tennis Addict
May 09, 2016
3 stars
This shopper rated the product 3 out of 5 stars

Produces spin well, but loses tension too quickly

J
February 29, 2016
go to synthetic gut
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This is a great string. It looses tension quick so I would account for that in the stringing unless you are going hybrid or per-streching them

pete
January 30, 2016
Prince Topspin Duraflex
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

About 15 years ago I tried many topspin strings and settled on Prince topspin. Then I discovered the Duraflex (PTD) version and it lasts twice as long -it's very forgiving and generates power when you have to. The string gives me good bite on the ball and gets it over the net but in the court. I've tried other hot-shot strings that the 'pros play with' that gave me more power but no control and also can't stand the metallic titanium feel - the guys who recommended those 'power' strings all have shoulder problems!. So back to PTD and all's well. Just ordered a dozen packs for the year.

Ken Santlal
December 22, 2015
Great Power & Great Touch
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I've been using this string for about two years and love it. I install it in a stiff frame at 45 LBS which gives a soft feel and great power. Furthermore, this setup gives great touch.

mpfrench
November 19, 2015
Great String
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Researching a bunch of strings and differences - went with this based on reviews and price - and I couldn't be happier! Will definitely restring with this when the time comes. Strung the Duraflex on 2- Prince Tour Pro 98's and we are very happy.

SW
November 02, 2015
Very crisp feel and unrivalled amount of spin. I ...
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Very crisp feel and unrivalled amount of spin. I always put these in the mains. They will saw through any main as a cross very quickly. I don't string it any higher than 55 pounds to avoid tennis elbow.

Quincy
November 02, 2015
Durable, excellent feel, and great top spin
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

If you are like me, you break strings ever 4-5 sessions of tennis. You are a heavy hitter, with huge top spin. But you also prefer your strings to have good feedback. I have tried many strings in the past few months, and came across this one on some forums. Decided to give it a try. Believe me, it gives you massive spin, good feedback for a hybrid with kevlar on it. Best of all, Im still using this and its been 2 weeks, and the strings haven't even moved. I used to think RPM blast was good at holding tensions, but this is amazing.

Ron
November 01, 2015
Excellent control/spin
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I really like this string and have ordered it again. It has allowed me to create much more spin on my strokes and also seems to grip the ball longer, allowing more control. My only critique is that it seems to dirty and wear quicker than normal string due to its twisted filament design. Once one thin filament breaks, the rest are soon to follow. From talking to others, this seems to be a common issue with hybrid strings. Given that, I will continue to buy this.

Declan
October 31, 2015
Good strings
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

Good strings for durability and comfort.

nat
October 23, 2015
Good shot
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

with this string you can feel the power of a shot and do not loose the touch for drop shots or slicing. also when loosens it breaks fast . definitely will recommend

Alberto
October 17, 2015
Babolat VS Gut/Pro Hurricane Tour Hybrid Strings (16guage)
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This hybrid string combination is used by many top professional players who demand the best of all worlds of power, control, and durability! I prefer to use the gut on the mains, and this offers significant insurance for the health of all your joints associated with hitting a tennis ball. The durability is excellent as they last me 3-6 months despite playing four times per week on clay and hard courts. Midwest Sports maintains abundant inventory and the shipping is most reliable.

Gary Mc
September 25, 2015
The Perfect String
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I have so much more power with this string but didn't lose any of the touch for drop shots or slicing. Will be using this exclusively from now on

Tom Q
September 02, 2015
Ashaway Kevlar 360 ft Reel Tennis String Size: 16g
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I bought Ashaway Kevlar 360 ft Reel Tennis String Size: 16g. Excellent string to combine with multifilament like NXT.

Vin
August 27, 2015
decent string
This shopper rated the product 3 out of 5 stars

decent string for the $. easy on the arm. good durability.

August 02, 2015
Excellent control
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

This string has given me good control and spin. I use combined with Luxilon for power with good results. Great value for the price!

Raul D.
July 26, 2015
Best string for price
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

This is my go to string. It balances between spin and durability.

aron
July 17, 2015
Good buy
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Prince Syn Gut 17G is a great buy. I hit flat with a head light racket and this string feels soft and provides great control when strung at 58 lbs. I wouldn't say that the playing properties last as long as other more expensive strings or that it provides maximum power but you can't beat the price and it will relieve some of the stress on your arm produced by stiffer strings.

JackTennis
June 23, 2015
Thin Blend
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Great feel and control with good power. Holds tension well. I hit with a dense string pattern Head Prestige Mid. My practice partner hits with a more open pattern and more spin with his Pure Drive but he also likes the string a lot.

Victor
April 12, 2015
Best synthetic gut
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I love these strings especially combining them with a poly it lasts long and plays great!

Ryan
April 01, 2015
Prince Lightning
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

It looks cool. It works good. The package it came in looks cooler then the one on the picture.

Blaine
December 27, 2014
String Review
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I use this string a lot when stringing rackets in our retirement community. It is my string of choice and plays very well for senior tennis players. The quality and price of this string is great.

Bob
November 11, 2014
String
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Provided longer play time than expected. Good grip on ball provided better control of shots

Kev
October 19, 2014
Great For The Price
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

Love the price for a quality string that lasts a while.

Malenurse16
September 30, 2014
Best Synthetic
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Prince Syn Gut with Duraflex is the best synthetic gut available. I have strung many racquets with different types of synthetic and this one definitely lasts the longest and is the perfect combination with a polyester string. I use it for all levels, from beginners who string their whole racquet with this, to highly competitive players who use a hybrid.

Stringer
September 30, 2014
Good value for the money
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This string is a bargain for the price. It won't generate the spin of a poly but it plays quite well and has good durability. It also makes a nice choice for hybrid set-ups.

Richard
September 30, 2014
Inexpensive quailty string
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Solid all around string. Not hard on your arm like a poly and much more durable than the multifilaments.

Richard
September 10, 2014
Great buy, great price.
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I have been loyally using the PSGD since long ago. I absolutely love the feel of the strings. One thing though, is that they don't last as long as I thought they would. However, for the cheap price, you can't beat it.

David
September 06, 2014
Good value
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

Good string for the price. Soft feel.

Jim
August 18, 2014
Awesome
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

Awesome strings.

Malenurse16
July 26, 2014
Great strings
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I love these strings. Used them for years.

Doug Hurt
June 08, 2014
Good for the money.
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

I like it because it is cheap and has some good feel.

Malenurse16
June 03, 2014
Prince Syn Gut
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

Good durable string that works well as a cross string when paired with a firmer (RPM, Crossfire, etc.) main string.

John Solberg
April 26, 2014
Good basic string
This shopper rated the product 3 out of 5 stars

Used this as a median or middle-of-the-road string to see what characteristics players want on their rackets, e.g. Firmer, softer, durability, etc.

rw
April 25, 2014
Powerful, Long Lasting
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Although this string is very stretchy, it is very powerful, long lasting, and easy on the arm. I string it at 45 lbs, ala John McEnroe.

Mike F.
April 11, 2014
Prince Syn Gut w/ Duraflex 17g
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Put this string in a few friends racquets as well as my own. Everyone loved the control.

Brian Martin
February 10, 2014
Great String
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I've used this string exclusively for about 4 years now. I like the balance between the softness of the gut and durability of the synthetic. I string the gut on the mains and the synthetic on the crosses to further decrease vibration and increase power. Try decreasing the tension on the gut 2-3 points lower than your synthetic to keep a better balance longer.

LIke My Hybrid String
February 09, 2014
Prince Lightning XX
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Love this string. Been playing Prince Syn Gut 17 for over a year now but just switched to the Lightening XX. Same great feel with a bit more pop. And I love supporting the breast cancer foundation with the fun pink color.

Kevin
December 13, 2013
Good string for its price point
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I tried various types of strings since I started to play tennis. I had tried the super expensive and the relatively inexpensive strings. The Prince Syn Gut is by far the best strings. I mixed this string with the Tecnifibre strings to get the power and touch combo that many intermediate players like. For $5, y ou can't go wrong with this.

Aron
December 11, 2013
excellent string
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Love it, never had an elbow problem ever since I use this string. Very good control and comfort!

T Dang
December 01, 2013
PSGD- Great String
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Prince Synthetic Gut Duraflex is a great all around string. It's a tried and true classic and every stringer should always have a reel in stock. Works great in a hybrid or in a full bed.

Ry
November 25, 2013
Comfort, Playability, & Control
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

While a bit pricey, I love the feel the natural gut gives and the control and spin provided by this hybrid...I'm a placement type player, prefer net action, not a baseline player, playing three times a week.

MRafael
November 14, 2013
Most often requested
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I string a lot of rackets for folks in my area. This is the most requested string even with all of the new string types available. It is very easy for the stringer and very durable and predictable for the player.

Shamrock
October 05, 2013
Extra pop!
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

I'm pleasantly surprised with these strings. I strung them a little looser than usual for me and gained a little power and spin.

Chuck
August 31, 2013
Easy on the Arm
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I am on the court 4+ times a week, and these 17 gauge strings have relieved my tennis elbow. I am on my fourth set, and they last about 2 - 3 months.

July 01, 2013
Solid performance hybrid
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

These strings lasted surprisingly long. I got about four or five months playing on average once a week for an hour or so each time. I hit with a lot of spin and they held up nicely. They started to fray pretty early but held on for quite awhile. The feedback is decent and they aren't too stiff for a player's string. I would get them again.

Paul
April 21, 2013
Great string
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I bought these strings because of a good word from a friend of mine. They are very easy on the arm. I use the Prince O3 White racket and have a medium swing speed. With these strings, I serve effortlessly and when volleying, I have total control. The only thing that would make these strings better is if they lasted longer. I've had them for 2 weeks and play constantly and they're almost done. But, overall, I would certainly recommend these to any player.

Jake
April 21, 2013
Great string
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I bought these strings because of a good word from a friend of mine. They are very easy on the arm. I use the Prince O3 White racket and have a medium swing speed. With these strings, I serve effortlessly and when volleying, I have total control. The only thing that would make these strings better is if they lasted longer. I've had them for 2 weeks and play constantly and they're almost done. But, overall, I would certainly recommend these to any player.

Caleb
December 12, 2012
Great feel, short life
This shopper rated the product 2 out of 5 stars

I tried this string in an attempt to find a string that was both arm friendly AND durable. I use a Wilson Juice 100 strung at 50#. This hybrid had wonderful feel but unfortunately only lasted about 5 hrs of singles play. That makes it too expensive for me to use. I am now trying Luxilon 4G. Report will follow.

Robin
December 06, 2012
win lose or draw just play
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

Give me a little more power but keeps my control and spin

Pat Leonard