Overview
Solinco Barb Wire is a very impressive co-poly that provides exceptional spin potential and control. It also has above average comfort for a firm and durable monofilament. This string's square twisted profile provides added bite, making it easier for the player to load the ball with spin.
- Gauge: 16/1.30mm
- Length: 40 feet/12.2m
- Composition: Co-polyester Monofilament
- Colour: Black
Previous Feedback
Comments: I'm a college coach for athletes ranging from 3.5-6.0. This string has great spin potential (especially for my high level athletes looking for a dead string), but it seems like the string's target athlete is between a 4.0 and 4.5. Above a 4.5 and you'll have to replace this string way too often; below 4.0 and you can't get enough pop on the ball. A must-have for the Western forehand, but don't even think about it if you play with an Eastern or Continental. And, while not as dead as most co-polys, it is still dead -- but that's what co-poly strings are supposed to be. All-in-all, seemingly designed for today's Western/Semi-western game among tournament-level juniors and high level club players.
From: Nick, 1/16
Comments: I'm a 5.0 player and find this string to have zero pop, especially on the first serve. Great control string but feels spongy when strung at 55 lbs. Better strings are Genesis Typhoon or Luxilon if you want bite and pop. Currently using ProKennex Ki PSE (12.9 oz.) which plays great with a co-polymer string. Just get the right one.
From: Nick, 2/14