Head · Polyester
Head Hawk Touch
Round co-polyester with enlarged Crystal Core technology
Performance ratings
Overview
Head Hawk Touch builds on Hawk with an enlarged crystalline core for greater feel and comfort. Softer than RPM Blast, it sits somewhere between RPM Power and Hyper-G in comfort. "A very soft feeling poly that combines feel, control and spin to great effect." The low-powered response allows big hitters to take huge cuts at the ball while the soft feel makes it accessible to a wider audience than traditional polys. Zverev's string of choice. Note: Some users report playability drops quickly after first few hours.
Best for
- Players wanting soft poly with great feel
- Those transitioning from multifilament to poly
- Arm-conscious players who need poly control
- Touch players who still want spin
Not ideal for
- String breakers (average durability)
- Maximum control seekers
- Players who want long-lasting playability
Pros
- Very soft for a polyester
- Excellent feel and touch
- Good spin potential
- Zverev's choice
- More comfortable than most polys
- Good for transitioning players
Cons
- Average durability (8-10 hours)
- Playability can drop quickly
- Less control than firmer polys
- Not for string breakers
Stringer notes
Zverev's string. Very soft feel. Warn players about shorter playability window. Good transitional poly.
Break-in period
Minimal - plays soft from start.
When to replace
Every 8-10 hours. Playability drops faster than most polys.
Hybrid setup ideas
- Works well as full bed
- Multifilament crosses for extra comfort
Used by
Alexander Zverev
Specifications
- Type
- Polyester
- Construction
- Round co-polyester with enlarged Crystal Core technology
- Gauges
- 17, 18, 19
- Colors
- Anthracite, Red
- Set price
- $14–$18
- Reel price
- $140–$170
- Brand
- Head (Austria)
Sources & reviews
Data verified January 2025. Something wrong? Send a correction.
- Specs: Tennis Warehouse
- Pricing: Tennis Warehouse
- Review: The Tennis Bros Review
- Review: Tennisnerd Review