Name: Kirschbaum Super Smash Orange
Brand: Kirschbaum

$7-9 Per Set

16L, 17 Gauges

medium high Stiffness

14+ Min Age

Performance Ratings

power 6/10

spin 7/10

control 9/10

comfort 5/10

durability 9/10

tension Maintenance 7/10

Junior Player Guide

For Parents

Arm Friendliness Low

Cost Effectiveness Great value

Recommended Level

advancedelite

Tension for Juniors

48-52 lbs for juniors. Pre-stretched so tension holds well after initial drop.

Gauge Recommendation

17 (1.23mm) for best feel. 16L (1.28mm) for more durability.

Overview

Kirschbaum Super Smash Orange is the redesigned version of the legendary honey-colored Super Smash that was highly popular on the professional tour in the 1990s. This orange iteration uses new materials and technology while keeping the original characteristics of pop, feel, and precise power. Pre-stretched for better tension maintenance, it offers remarkable control at an almost unbelievably low price. In 17 gauge, Tennis Warehouse University specs are nearly identical to Luxilon ALU Power in 1.25mm.

Best For

✓ Big hitters seeking control
✓ Players who break strings frequently
✓ Those wanting ALU Power performance at budget price
✓ Advanced baseliners with long, fast strokes

Not Ideal For

✗ Arm-sensitive players
✗ Beginners and intermediates
✗ Players needing power assistance
✗ Those prone to elbow or shoulder injuries

Pros

+ Exceptional control for big hitters
+ Outstanding durability
+ Pre-stretched for tension maintenance
+ Incredible value - fraction of ALU Power price
+ Surprisingly comfortable for its stiffness
+ Nearly identical specs to ALU Power in 17g

Cons

− Very stiff - not for arm issues
− Low power - need to generate your own
− Requires advanced technique
− Tension maintenance not the absolute best

Specifications

Type polyester

Construction Round pre-stretched co-polyester monofilament

Gauges 16L, 17

Colors Orange

Set Price $7-$9

Reel Price $60-$75

Used By

Popular on pro tour in 1990s (original honey version)Various club and collegiate players

Hybrid Setup Ideas

Kirschbaum Touch Multifibre crosses
Wilson NXT crosses for comfort
Natural gut mains with Super Smash crosses

Stringer Notes

Pre-stretched - installs easily. After initial tension drop, settles into highly playable range. A tad softer than original honey version.

Break-in Period

1-2 hours. Settles into sweet spot quickly.

When to Replace

Every 20-30 hours thanks to outstanding durability.

Sources

Data verified January 2025

Specs: Kirschbaum Official
Pricing: Tennis Warehouse
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