This is correct but not all poly's are the same which is what you seem to be implying. Some poly's help generate spin easier and as a result they don't force you to rely solely on technique.
These strings are great, one of the best overall. They have a wide 'span', from slow and touch shots to total powerplay and a specific 'plop', like ball pocketing, slightly reminiscent of gut/alu hybrid. They don't notch, and even a well used stringbed is not springy at all. I tried 1.25, 1.30 and 1.30 mains with 1.25 crosses, and 1.25 mains with stiffer crosses in RF97A. 1.30 is a bit too thick, although still good, all 1.25 is best, but hybrids are great too. Normally I break strings in 1-3h but these really lasted. Thiem used 1.30 in mains in a hybrid with Hawk 1.25 for a while, until Babolat made RPM Power for him. RPM Power and Lynx Tour are different but comparable, not too stiff, pocketing, good power, but Lynx Tour is better overall and much longer lasting. RPM Power visibly lack spin, notch and break quickly, but are comfy with a good feel. Lynx Tour have nothing in common with Head Lynx/Lynx Edge, those are 10 year old polys. Head just gave them all the same 'Lynx' name to confuse everyone it seems..🙄
I'm using the Head Sonic Pro Edge in the main, not too stiff as a poly and has great bite. Cross is Wilson Sensation to make it even more comfortable. Elbow and shoulder are not what they used to be when I was a young peep.
I'm currently using the TopSpin "Cyber Flash" with Wilson NXT for my hybrid set-up. I'm gonna try this for my next hybrid set-up once I've finished the reel of TopSpin "Cyber Flash"
Lynx and Lynx Tour are both awesome. The difference in spin isn't huge or even very noticeable, but they feel great and are a very comfortable poly with that awesome poly control without feeling like a board even at higher tensions.
@@2ndAveScents it was a tough decision between the Speed MP and the Gravity Tour. I strongly suggest you try both if possible before making a decision.
@@2ndAveScents I had exactly the same experience with the Gravity Pro, too heavy. Really enjoyed lighter Gravity Tour and Gravity MP, both offer more comfort
I think it’s really cool that us geeks gravitate to your channel even though others spend their time showing themselves playing during reviews of stuff. Maybe words speak louder than actions in this case. As always great info!
And data speaks louder than words! One day there will be "laboratory results" available to the public. I think there's a lot of misinformation in the public
Hi, I found that when crossing with mlt the launch angle dropped and spin potential dropped alot. Also there was quite a lot of notching. It was okay at the start but dropped quick
I think the lynx tour is great in a pack as it is cheaper than many other options out there for great performance. If u are more serious and string ur own racquets, a reel of solinco confidential is the same price as the lynx tour, which to me was a no brainier.
Head def doesn’t market their strings. Good value for quality. Used Hawk Touch before I got in the Solinco Confidential test program. PS - their POS Syn Gut is fine for hybrids and dirt cheap.
Hi,im 10 years old and im playing at u12.I need an opinion for a racket with i can hit hard but also lift the ball.Until now i was playing with ultra v2 100ul.Blade ,Clash or Ultra?
Thanks will put it in my Head Extreme Tour again when the Cable Weiss string gets some wear which I recently had put in. The Lynx Tour is more powerful than the Weiss string.
I have a Babolat Pure Strike 16X19 3rd gen. I'm a regular club player at an intermediate to advanced level. I'm exploring a hybrid string setup to bring out the best in my game. Around my area where I live, we don't have a lot of fancy options but I was able to find Head Challenge Multifilament for the crosses at 50lbs and Head Lynx Edge Polyester for the Mains at 52lbs. How would you rate this setup? And what would be your best pick for me?
Just installed head sonic pro edge and I cannot wait to use it when it stops raining. Probably tomorrow 😕. I like head hawk touch. It is elastic for power, easy to string, great on the shoulder and elbow, but it does not last very long. Bummer! I will try lynx in the future. What's the difference between Head Sonic Pro Edge and Head Lynx Tour?
I hesitate between this one and the hyper G. I currently have the Head that I love, the ball stays in the string, it is not stiff like most other monofilaments, lacking a little power My racket : Yonex VCore 100 what do you advise Hyper-G, Tour Bite, Yonex Poly Tour Strike, Head Lynx Tour, etc... Thks
I'm running TF 4S and am looking for something a bit more livelier. But not as lively as Volkl Cyclone. Where does this sit on the spectrum? I don't like RPM Blast; Hyper G is good; and Black 5 Edge is hard to source.
you said the lynx without the tour doesn't hold tention as good as this lynx tour.. but what about the blue lynx EDGE ? is it same as tour ? or are you considering it as a regular lynx ? please respond
Lynx and Lynx Edge is basically the same 10 year old soft poly string, but this new Lynx Tour is entirely different. They just name them so to confuse everyone 🙄 Btw Lynx Tour is fabulous.
Have you had the chance to try the new Lynx Touch? Currently have that in my racquet, absolutely adoring it. Such a fine combo of poly/multi all in one.
@@40rods nope... i felt in love with the lynx tour on my 2 customized Babolat aero vs 98, and i've never regretted. Perfect combo of power, spin and control. Nice feeling too. at least for me. But i've heard good things about the Lynx touch too...
Regular Lynx is a great string too, but it's softer than Lynx Tour, and that's why it loses tension quicker. Regular lynx has a huge spin potential because of the coating on the strings. Player that use 16x19 frames and are breaking strings often would not bother with the lost in tension that much.
@@danielm.m.7654 acording to TWU measures, it's one of the most spin friendly strings and testing it alongside other i found that too, but maybe that's just me, idk.
Hey there Mr. Spin. :-) I'm getting ready to put Lynx Tour in my racquet (Graphene 360 Speed MP). My go to is normally RPM Blast 18 in the mains and Velocity MLT 17 in the crosses strung at 53. I was going to do a full bed of Lynx Tour 17 at 51 instead of 53 to compensate for the lack of the multi in the crosses, and to possibly have it play just a bit softer like my normal hybrid combo. Any thoughts on that? Or do you think I should just stick with the hybrid... Lynx Tour in the mains and Velocity MLT in the crosses?
Lynx Tour is not a super soft co-poly, so if you are going after something a little more forgiving on the elbow continue on using velocity in the crosses.
All the string companies borrow ideas from each other, but all the poly's I have played with do feel a little different in my opinion. I think sythentic gut has been around for so long they all feel the same. Harry has mentioned there are a couple of plants around the world that produce most of the strings from the major brands. But recently there are some startup Poly companies (I think of them as like micro-brews) that have popped up, like TierOne that I use.
They don't 'just rebrand', they actually develop a string with a factory that then makes it. These are made in Taiwan, just like Velocity MLT, but Head Hawk and Hawk Touch are made in Austria for example, by Isospeed. Hawk Touch is good but these are fabulous.
I disagree. Head Lynx Tour is not there best poly string. Too bouncy and IMO considerably less spin compare to head hawk touch or sonic pro. Its not like I like head strings in the first place, but tried it because of all the hype. In comparison its suppose to be a competition towards Hyper G, not even close. I have used round polys that had more bite and added more spin to the ball. Tried it in my Angell K7 Lime at 50lbs. Maybe in the more open string pattern racket the strings might work better, but why bother when there are so many strings out there that are better and more affordable.
@@Soul_guided So far, yes this is what I understand. I'm doing more research but this brand Kirschbaum has very minimal tension loss. Seems they have been in the poly game for about 15+ years
If you have good strokes you can generate lots of spin with any poly strings.
This is correct but not all poly's are the same which is what you seem to be implying. Some poly's help generate spin easier and as a result they don't force you to rely solely on technique.
@@Z-Bone-e7j Yes, that's a fair assessment.
These strings are great, one of the best overall. They have a wide 'span', from slow and touch shots to total powerplay and a specific 'plop', like ball pocketing, slightly reminiscent of gut/alu hybrid. They don't notch, and even a well used stringbed is not springy at all. I tried 1.25, 1.30 and 1.30 mains with 1.25 crosses, and 1.25 mains with stiffer crosses in RF97A. 1.30 is a bit too thick, although still good, all 1.25 is best, but hybrids are great too. Normally I break strings in 1-3h but these really lasted. Thiem used 1.30 in mains in a hybrid with Hawk 1.25 for a while, until Babolat made RPM Power for him. RPM Power and Lynx Tour are different but comparable, not too stiff, pocketing, good power, but Lynx Tour is better overall and much longer lasting. RPM Power visibly lack spin, notch and break quickly, but are comfy with a good feel.
Lynx Tour have nothing in common with Head Lynx/Lynx Edge, those are 10 year old polys. Head just gave them all the same 'Lynx' name to confuse everyone it seems..🙄
What tension did you have
@@andyv6299 between 26/25 and 24/23. although my opinion has slightly evolved since..
@@userdjee834 OK what has changed in your opinion,
@@andyv6299 I edited my comment above already. It's a great string for a wide span of players, levels and racquets, so you should try it.
Which one is thinner 16g or 17 g
I was surprised as well - never been a fan of Head Strings but the Lynx Tour is a great one. My new favorite for now....
the same here using 48lbs / 22 kilos
I am a fan as well. 17g. Good control and minimal tension drop after 3/4 hours of play. bought a reel.
This is a great string because ISOSPEED make it for head, and then it is named Head Lynx tour
Lynx Tour is made in Taiwan, not by Isospeed who are in Austria. Head Hawk and Hawk Touch are made by Isospeed, for Head, in Austria.
I'm using the Head Sonic Pro Edge in the main, not too stiff as a poly and has great bite. Cross is Wilson Sensation to make it even more comfortable. Elbow and shoulder are not what they used to be when I was a young peep.
Nice to see a fellow bassplayer/ TE and L42 fan!
I'm currently using the TopSpin "Cyber Flash" with Wilson NXT for my hybrid set-up. I'm gonna try this for my next hybrid set-up once I've finished the reel of TopSpin "Cyber Flash"
Great. That video was big help to me. 👍👍
Lynx and Lynx Tour are both awesome. The difference in spin isn't huge or even very noticeable, but they feel great and are a very comfortable poly with that awesome poly control without feeling like a board even at higher tensions.
Can't wait to try it in my 360+ Speed MP I just ordered
K4R3N I want to try that racquet really bad. I have the Gravity Pro and the Extreme Tour.
@@2ndAveScents it was a tough decision between the Speed MP and the Gravity Tour. I strongly suggest you try both if possible before making a decision.
K4R3N I’ll definitely have to give it a go. I love my Gravity Pro but it’s a tad heavy for a full match.
@@2ndAveScents I had exactly the same experience with the Gravity Pro, too heavy. Really enjoyed lighter Gravity Tour and Gravity MP, both offer more comfort
Great review. Did I miss where you talked about tension? Anybody suggest a range for control, but not an arm-killer?
Thanks very helpful will try it when I next restring
I think it’s really cool that us geeks gravitate to your channel even though others spend their time showing themselves playing during reviews of stuff. Maybe words speak louder than actions in this case. As always great info!
And data speaks louder than words! One day there will be "laboratory results" available to the public. I think there's a lot of misinformation in the public
Great video.. What about tenssion?.. Whats best for that string.. Thanks
Hi, I found that when crossing with mlt the launch angle dropped and spin potential dropped alot. Also there was quite a lot of notching. It was okay at the start but dropped quick
I think the lynx tour is great in a pack as it is cheaper than many other options out there for great performance. If u are more serious and string ur own racquets, a reel of solinco confidential is the same price as the lynx tour, which to me was a no brainier.
I use Head Hawk and Confi and Hyper G Head Hawk is more predictable than Confidential, which feels superball power sometimes..but its good too.
There is a Grey color version of the Lynx Tour ... Color has an effect on the playability of the strings ... Truth or Myth?
Best spin oriented poly that’s not toroline or restring. Great pocketing, spin and a decent amount of power. It lasts a pretty long time too.
Could you make a review of the Head graphene 360 instinct mp? 🙏🙏🙏
Hey, love the channel! Could you do a video on tennis sensors, like the head tennis sensors or the Sony one.
Head def doesn’t market their strings. Good value for quality. Used Hawk Touch before I got in the Solinco Confidential test program.
PS - their POS Syn Gut is fine for hybrids and dirt cheap.
Hi,im 10 years old and im playing at u12.I need an opinion for a racket with i can hit hard but also lift the ball.Until now i was playing with ultra v2 100ul.Blade ,Clash or Ultra?
Thanks will put it in my Head Extreme Tour again when the Cable Weiss string gets some wear which I recently had put in. The Lynx Tour is more powerful than the Weiss string.
I have a Babolat Pure Strike 16X19 3rd gen. I'm a regular club player at an intermediate to advanced level. I'm exploring a hybrid string setup to bring out the best in my game. Around my area where I live, we don't have a lot of fancy options but I was able to find Head Challenge Multifilament for the crosses at 50lbs and Head Lynx Edge Polyester for the Mains at 52lbs. How would you rate this setup? And what would be your best pick for me?
How would you compare this one to the Lynx Edge?
What tension that you have put on both demo racquets (Full set poly & Hybrid)? 48 lbs??
Just installed head sonic pro edge and I cannot wait to use it when it stops raining. Probably tomorrow 😕. I like head hawk touch. It is elastic for power, easy to string, great on the shoulder and elbow, but it does not last very long. Bummer! I will try lynx in the future.
What's the difference between Head Sonic Pro Edge and Head Lynx Tour?
How about a video on elbow friendly string options? I just redid my Extreme MP with a RPM hybrid and my elbow is gone.
Extreme has 65 RA/flex. No strings can help that racquet. Move over to Gravity MP, much more flex and comfort
please revert back to your old (original) intro music :)
It’s possible there was a copyright issue
Yeah, I bet he got flagged for copywright infringement. There’s a lot of royalty-free music out there. He’s learning like we are learning.
How does this compare with hyper g
How would you compare it to the lynx edge?
You decided to go for a quickie in under 6 minutes!
I hesitate between this one and the hyper G. I currently have the Head that I love, the ball stays in the string, it is not stiff like most other monofilaments, lacking a little power
My racket : Yonex VCore 100
what do you advise Hyper-G, Tour Bite, Yonex Poly Tour Strike, Head Lynx Tour, etc... Thks
I'm running TF 4S and am looking for something a bit more livelier. But not as lively as Volkl Cyclone.
Where does this sit on the spectrum?
I don't like RPM Blast; Hyper G is good; and Black 5 Edge is hard to source.
First time to be the first viewer, love your Channel 👍
What do you think about a hybrid with luxilon 4g?
I thought we were going to see a product line review?
you said the lynx without the tour doesn't hold tention as good as this lynx tour.. but what about the blue lynx EDGE ? is it same as tour ? or are you considering it as a regular lynx ? please respond
The tour is a little stiffer than Lynx Edge but has better tension maintenance. Edge has 7 sides to 6 sides for the Tour.
Lynx and Lynx Edge is basically the same 10 year old soft poly string, but this new Lynx Tour is entirely different. They just name them so to confuse everyone 🙄 Btw Lynx Tour is fabulous.
Is this anything like dunlop black widow 🤔
I tried Head Touch in my pure aero banana, and it was pretty sublime. great feelz, control, and power.
Best string around in this moment, by a long mile.
Have you had the chance to try the new Lynx Touch? Currently have that in my racquet, absolutely adoring it. Such a fine combo of poly/multi all in one.
@@40rods nope... i felt in love with the lynx tour on my 2 customized Babolat aero vs 98, and i've never regretted. Perfect combo of power, spin and control. Nice feeling too. at least for me. But i've heard good things about the Lynx touch too...
Play the new extreme with the head Tour. It plays well, but I had to add some lead tape. I would like to c an video about the new pro.
it's a solid string. i'd say about as good as hyper g, but is stiffer. i don't see a reason to opt for it over hyper g tbh. save your arm
Regular Lynx is a great string too, but it's softer than Lynx Tour, and that's why it loses tension quicker.
Regular lynx has a huge spin potential because of the coating on the strings.
Player that use 16x19 frames and are breaking strings often would not bother with the lost in tension that much.
Regular lynx spin is rubbish
@@danielm.m.7654 acording to TWU measures, it's one of the most spin friendly strings and testing it alongside other i found that too, but maybe that's just me, idk.
Can you please tell which do you prefer 360+speed mp or pure strike.
Gravity mp
gravity mp
Just forget Babalot totally. Head or Yonex
Hey there Mr. Spin. :-) I'm getting ready to put Lynx Tour in my racquet (Graphene 360 Speed MP). My go to is normally RPM Blast 18 in the mains and Velocity MLT 17 in the crosses strung at 53. I was going to do a full bed of Lynx Tour 17 at 51 instead of 53 to compensate for the lack of the multi in the crosses, and to possibly have it play just a bit softer like my normal hybrid combo. Any thoughts on that? Or do you think I should just stick with the hybrid... Lynx Tour in the mains and Velocity MLT in the crosses?
Lynx Tour is not a super soft co-poly, so if you are going after something a little more forgiving on the elbow continue on using velocity in the crosses.
Where is your store located?
Do these racquet companies actually make the strings or just rebrand stuff from a dedicated string manufacturer?
All the string companies borrow ideas from each other, but all the poly's I have played with do feel a little different in my opinion. I think sythentic gut has been around for so long they all feel the same. Harry has mentioned there are a couple of plants around the world that produce most of the strings from the major brands. But recently there are some startup Poly companies (I think of them as like micro-brews) that have popped up, like TierOne that I use.
I think most of the Head strings come from Isospeed factory.
They don't 'just rebrand', they actually develop a string with a factory that then makes it. These are made in Taiwan, just like Velocity MLT, but Head Hawk and Hawk Touch are made in Austria for example, by Isospeed. Hawk Touch is good but these are fabulous.
@@javace79 ...or String Kong from Italy - great strings which I like very much
Is this the same with Head Sonic Pro Edge?
Always wonder the same question
Is anybody tried it with Tecnifibre Triax in main?
I disagree. Head Lynx Tour is not there best poly string. Too bouncy and IMO considerably less spin compare to head hawk touch or sonic pro. Its not like I like head strings in the first place, but tried it because of all the hype. In comparison its suppose to be a competition towards Hyper G, not even close. I have used round polys that had more bite and added more spin to the ball. Tried it in my Angell K7 Lime at 50lbs. Maybe in the more open string pattern racket the strings might work better, but why bother when there are so many strings out there that are better and more affordable.
It is the new lynx tour not lynx
lynx tour and lynx are not similar. lynx and lynx edge are 10 year old soft polys. lynx tour is new, and is great.
Sorry I miss type I am referring to Lynx Tour
Agree. Strung at 52 lbs and not nearly as much grip as a round poly, which generated more spin. Many of my balls flew long.
Thanks for the info
What polys hold tension the longest?
Looks like Luxilon 4G, solinco confidential are good choices according to TW string database
solinco hyper g, confidential, luxilon 4g, head lynx tour...
Kirschbaum, they "pre-stretch" their strings. Minimal tension loss
@@K4R3N they pre-stretch all poly strings?
@@Soul_guided So far, yes this is what I understand. I'm doing more research but this brand Kirschbaum has very minimal tension loss. Seems they have been in the poly game for about 15+ years
I've tried Head strings before and not impressed.