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Babolat strings

7 Babolat strings rated for junior players: polyester, multifilament, synthetic gut, natural gut. France, since 1875.

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Strings reviewed7Polyester · Multifilament · Synthetic gut · Natural gut
Price per set$6–65USD, typical retail
Arm-friendly4Score 4 or 5 of 5
Youngest age6+Lowest recommended age

About Babolat

The oldest tennis equipment company in the world, Babolat invented the first natural gut string in 1875. Today they offer a complete range from natural gut (VS Touch) to polyester (RPM series) to multifilament (Xcel). Their RPM Blast became iconic when Rafael Nadal adopted it, and Carlos Alcaraz uses RPM Team. Babolat strings are known for exceptional spin potential and quality French manufacturing.

  • Invented natural gut tennis strings in 1875
  • RPM Blast used by Rafael Nadal
  • VS Touch is the gold standard for natural gut
  • Complete range from beginner to pro

Brand facts verified 2025-01. Official site: babolat.com.

Every Babolat string we cover

Polyester $20–21 / set

Babolat

RPM Blast

Octagonal high-density co-polyester monofilament

Power
6
Spin
10
Control
9
Comfort
5
Arm 14+ yrs
Polyester $20–21 / set

Babolat

RPM Blast Rough

Textured octagonal high-density co-polyester

Power
7
Spin
10
Control
8
Comfort
6
Arm 13+ yrs
Polyester $18–20 / set

Babolat

RPM Power

CO-PET-C extrusion technology with snapback coating

Power
8
Spin
7
Control
8
Comfort
8
Arm 12+ yrs
Polyester $17–19 / set

Babolat

RPM Team

Eight-sided co-polymer with silicone coating and micro air bubbles

Power
7
Spin
8
Control
9
Comfort
7
Arm 13+ yrs
Synthetic gut $6–8 / set

Babolat

Syn Gut

Solid core with single polyamide wrap

Power
7
Spin
5
Control
7
Comfort
7
Arm 6+ yrs
Natural gut $55–65 / set

Babolat

VS Touch

Natural gut with Thermogut and BT7 technology

Power
10
Spin
7
Control
7
Comfort
10
Arm 10+ yrs
Multifilament $18–21 / set

Babolat

Xcel

Polyamide fibers in polyurethane matrix with dual coating

Power
7
Spin
6
Control
7
Comfort
9
Arm 8+ yrs

At a glance

String Type PowerSpinControlComfortDurability Arm Set price
RPM Blast Polyester 610957 2/5 $20–21
RPM Blast Rough Polyester 710866 3/5 $20–21
RPM Power Polyester 87887 4/5 $18–20
RPM Team Polyester 78978 3/5 $17–19
Syn Gut Synthetic gut 75777 4/5 $6–8
VS Touch Natural gut 1077104 5/5 $55–65
Xcel Multifilament 76796 5/5 $18–21

Ratings are on a 1–10 scale; arm friendliness on a 1–5 scale.

Babolat head to head

Babolat strings: quick answers

What is the most arm-friendly Babolat string?

In our database it is Babolat VS Touch Natural Gut, with an arm-friendliness score of 5/5 and comfort 10/10. 4 Babolat strings score 4 or 5 for arm friendliness.

Which Babolat string has the most spin?

Babolat RPM Blast, with a spin rating of 10/10 and control 9/10. It is recommended from age 14.

How much do Babolat strings cost?

Typical retail for a single set runs from $6 to $65 across the 7 Babolat strings we cover. Reels lower the cost per restring.

Are Babolat strings good for juniors?

It depends on the string. The youngest recommended age across Babolat's range is 6. Check each string's minimum age, arm score and junior tension advice before you buy.

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