$21-22 Per Set
16L Gauges
very high Stiffness
15+ Min Age
Junior Player Guide
For Parents Arm Friendliness Not Arm Friendly
Cost Effectiveness Average
Recommended Level
Tension for Juniors
46-50 lbs for juniors. Go lower than smooth 4G.
Gauge Recommendation
16L (1.25mm) is the only option.
Overview
Luxilon 4G Rough combines the legendary tension stability of 4G with a textured surface for enhanced spin. Designed to give strong players the needed control to unlock their top swing speed. The result is one of the stiffest, most control-oriented strings on the market. This is a specialty string for elite players with complete games and no arm concerns.
Best For
- ✓ Elite juniors wanting spin + control + tension stability
- ✓ Players who like 4G but want more spin
- ✓ Heavy hitters with solid technique
Not Ideal For
- ✗ Anyone with arm issues
- ✗ Players needing power
- ✗ Most junior players - too demanding
- ✗ Beginners through advanced
Pros
- + Exceptional tension maintenance
- + Great spin for a control string
- + Maximum precision
- + Durable for a textured poly
Cons
- − Extremely stiff - lowest comfort rating
- − Very low power
- − Too demanding for most juniors
- − Requires perfect technique
- − Should almost always be hybridized
Specifications
Type polyester
Construction Textured co-polyester monofilament
Gauges 16L
Colors Gold, Black
Set Price $21-$22
Reel Price $170-$200
Used By
Hybrid Setup Ideas
- Should almost always be hybridized with soft crosses
- Natural gut mains strongly recommended
- Wilson NXT or Tecnifibre NRG2 crosses
Stringer Notes
One of the stiffest strings to work with. Be very careful with grommets. Almost always recommend as a hybrid with soft mains.
Break-in Period
None. Plays consistently but stiffly from start.
When to Replace
When texture wears or strings notch deeply. Tension will still be there.
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Sources
Data verified January 2025
- Specs: Luxilon Official
- Pricing: Tennis Warehouse
- Review: Tennis Warehouse Review
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