$12-13 Per Set
16, 17 Gauges
medium Stiffness
13+ Min Age

Performance Ratings

power 8/10
spin 9/10
control 8/10
comfort 7/10
durability 7/10
tension Maintenance 8/10

Junior Player Guide

For Parents
Arm Friendliness Moderate
Cost Effectiveness Great value

Recommended Level

intermediateadvancedelite

Tension for Juniors

48-52 lbs for juniors. Can string at normal tensions due to improved comfort.

Gauge Recommendation

17 (1.20mm) for best feel and spin.

Overview

Hyper-G Soft is a softer high-performance co-polyester string designed to offer playability and control while generating extreme power and intense spin. It utilizes a newly developed softening chemical formula with improved tension maintenance. All the spin benefits of original Hyper-G with a more forgiving, arm-friendly response. The improved tension maintenance means the string stays playable longer.

Best For

  • Players who like Hyper-G but want more comfort
  • Juniors transitioning to polyester
  • Those wanting spin with less stiffness
  • Players seeking better tension maintenance

Not Ideal For

  • Control purists who want original Hyper-G firmness
  • Players who break strings quickly

Pros

  • + More comfortable than original Hyper-G
  • + Excellent spin generation
  • + Better tension maintenance than original
  • + More power than standard Hyper-G
  • + Great value
  • + Good for developing juniors

Cons

  • Less control than original Hyper-G
  • Not as much bite as the original
  • Slightly less durable
  • Still not for arm-sensitive players

Specifications

Type polyester
Construction Square-shaped co-polyester with softening chemical formula
Gauges 16, 17
Colors Green
Set Price $12-$13
Reel Price $165-$175

Used By

Various college and junior players

Hybrid Setup Ideas

  • Works well as full bed
  • Multifilament crosses for extra comfort

Stringer Notes

Easier on stringers than original. Good recommendation for juniors wanting to try poly. Holds tension better than most Solinco polys.

Break-in Period

30-60 minutes. Plays well almost immediately.

When to Replace

Every 12-15 hours or when spin decreases.

Sources

Data verified January 2025

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