Solinco · Polyester
Solinco Tour Bite Soft
Square-shaped co-polyester with softening additives
Price per set$10–12USD, typical retail
Gauges16, 17Silver
Stiffnessmedium highPolyester
Junior minimum age14+advanced, elite
Performance ratings
Power
6
Spin
9
Control
9
Comfort
5
Durability
7
Tension hold
7
Overview
Tour Bite Soft takes the legendary control and spin of Tour Bite and adds comfort-enhancing additives. Still a firm string by most standards, but noticeably more playable than the original. Maintains the sharp-edged square profile for spin generation while being more forgiving on the arm. A good middle ground for players who want Tour Bite's control but can't handle the stiffness.
Best for
- Players who like Tour Bite but find it too stiff
- Control-focused players wanting some comfort
- Advanced juniors with full swings
Not ideal for
- Players with arm sensitivity (still firm)
- Those seeking maximum comfort
- Beginners
Pros
- More comfortable than original Tour Bite
- Still excellent control
- Good spin generation
- Better as full bed than original
- Excellent value
Cons
- Still not arm-friendly by normal standards
- Less control than original
- Slightly less durable
- Not as much bite as original
Stringer notes
Easier to work with than original. Good option for players stepping down from Tour Bite due to arm concerns.
Break-in period
30-60 minutes.
When to replace
Every 12-15 hours.
Hybrid setup ideas
- Works better as full bed than original
- Multifilament crosses for added comfort
Used by
Various college and tour players
Specifications
- Type
- Polyester
- Construction
- Square-shaped co-polyester with softening additives
- Gauges
- 16, 17
- Colors
- Silver
- Set price
- $10–$12
- Reel price
- $130–$150
- Brand
- Solinco (USA)
Sources & reviews
Data verified January 2025. Something wrong? Send a correction.
- Specs: Tennis Warehouse
- Pricing: Tennis Warehouse
- Review: Tennis Warehouse Review