Comments: After a lot of experimenting and learning to understand how to string it properly for best results, I've really come to enjoy using Ashaway ZX Pro in a full bed. I also felt like I'd like a Zyex string that provided a little bit more ball pocketing and better grip on the ball. So I thought that a multifilament iteration with a braided wrap would be the ticket. I tried this in a hybrid in the mains in a Prestige MP (18x20) and it felt pretty good, but 2 mains snapped in about 40 minutes of doubles match play. I also tried it in a full bed in a Phantom (16x19) and it felt 'mushy' for a lack of better description. I was hoping it would settle in, but it broke in about 20 minutes of doubles match play - again 2 mains. It's to be expected (and has been stated here) that an open pattern would be savage on the longevity of these strings, but a combined hour on 2 string jobs is the worst I've experienced as a player and stringer- period. Maybe I'll try the Tough instead, since it's a monofilament core. Otherwise, I'll stick to ZX Pro.
From: PJL, 6/20/21

Comments: This is an 18-gauge, non-poly string. It will break especially quickly if: a) you play with an open-string pattern frame or b) employ a lot of topspin (western or semi-western grip on your forehand). If you play with flatter strokes AND with a racquet with a somewhat tighter string pattern, it will probably last at least 12 sets of doubles (and likely a few-to-alot more, depending on playing style). It is relatively soft when strung at its recommended lower tension. It is slightly less powerful than a standard syn-gut or multi string: it is not polyester, and will, by definition, be more powerful than any poly strings. It will stretch somewhat. However, if you are looking for more spin and a little less power than a 17 gauge multi/syn gut, AND can tolerate MORE frequent breaking of your strings (it's 18 gauge, people), then it is well worth considering. My mature-ish joints are happy with this string.
From:JJ, 12/15/17

Comments: I recommended this string to a guy who was thinking of having to stop playing tennis for a long time because of pain from ball impact shock. He loved it immediately and he played really well with it. I noticed that his level dropped over time, as the tension dropped. There is no free lunch. If you have a very soft stretchy string you're going to have control issues unless you adjust your strokes. But, it's better to make that adjustment than to not be able to play tennis because of wrist or elbow pain, or both. He said the string helped him play pain-free and was very positive about the string change. 18 gauge gut-like strings are not designed for durability. They're designed to be easy on the body. For most players, they will chose their ability to play tennis over stringing more often. This string should be the one everyone recommends to people who have injury problems. Even if they transition back to a stiffer string later this one will help them while they heal.
From:Richard, 9/4/17

Comments: I'm a fan but I'm a string newbie as well, so we'll see the second and third time around with these strings. I have no idea how long they actually lasted but at least a couple of months playing 2-3 times a week at minimum. I had these fully strung at 58 lbs in my Babolat Pure Drive Roddick because I wanted extra spin potential control and some softness. I think 58 lbs was over the recommended tension but they performed quite well. I popped them on an overhead smash which was hit a little high in the string bed but they lasted pretty long (probably 30-32 hours) I actually liked them later on when they had a lot of mileage on them I'm going to buy a few more sets and maybe string them fully in my Pure Control at 55 lbs and in my Roddick again in a hybrid setup with RPM Blast mains.
From:Maurice, 4/15

Comments: I purchased this string based on its advertised playing characteristics. Unfortunately, I hit with the string for less than an hour before it popped in the center of the string bed. I hit with topspin, not heavy top, but enough to move the strings around. I strung it in a Hammer Tour at 52 lbs and the string didn't hold for long. It is a lively string and playable, but for the price, I wouldn't recommend it for heavy hitters. I would suggest trying the 16 gauge Ashaway rough, but not the 17 gauge. I'm a 5.5 level player.
From:Martino, 3/15

Comments: Really enjoy these strings. They seem to work for other racquet sports as well. I'm sad that I cannot find this string in a reel in my country.
From:Samuel, 11/14

Comments: I loved this string. Felt super soft, had plenty of power, great touch, definitely no issues with arm-problems with this multi. Unfortunately this string lasted me only 1 hour the first time I strung it, and the second time I got it strung by my friend at the club I was at while I was warming up pre-match and it lasted me around 40-50 mins or so when I played with it then on both of my frames. Great string but not worth the price vs time even if you string them yourself. I am a 4.5 semi-western FH with a one handed BH with a fairly big serve.
From:Josh, 6/13

Comments: For several years, I have used only polyester strings in my Prince Tour Diablo mid-plus racquets, but, recently, I decided to try to find a multi-filament string that played something like polyester but was more arm friendly. I think I got lucky with Ashaway Dynamite 18. Although I was skeptical about maintaining control by stringing a multi at 55 or below, I took the manufacturer's advice and had one of my racquets strung at 53, which is about where I've been using poly strings. From the first ball I hit, I was well pleased with the feel and the control and I'm tempted to try 51 pounds the next time around. In short, it works for me.
From:Hal, 6/12

Comments: I like the feel of this string on a hybrid set up using it asa main string crossed by a synthetic 17g. It is soft enough to absorbshots against heavy spinning opponents including big hitters. It isrecommended that you string with this at 20% less than what you are usedto but not to exceed 55 lbs. Unfortunately if you are a big hitter withheavy topspin this string will not last too long as it moves a lot atlower tensions. I played with it on an over size frame strung at 42 lbsand it lasted approximately 30 mins. It felt really good to hit with alot of spin and it gave a lot of comfort including control however youwill need to re-string with this one more often if you go with this one.
From:Ferdie V, 5/12

Comments: I am absolutely in love with this string. The 18 gauge really opens up the string bed on my Babolat Pure Storm Ltd (18x20). Hybriding it with Solinco Barb Wire 17g in the mains at 55lbs and the Ashaway as crosses at 53 lbs. The braided coating slightly enhances bite. My only complaint is durability, but then again it is an 18g multi string. I play college level tennis and am getting max about 6 hours out of them. Overall though one of the best strings I've used in the last 6 years of trying different hybrids.
From:Luke, 9/11

Comments: Both my son and I have used this string. My son is a high level player on his highschool tennis team and I am a rec level player. I do all of our stringing. My son put this on his Babolat Pure Drive Roddick GT plus racquet because he wanted more power from his racquet. While the string played well, it lasted only a few hours of play time before the mains were sawed through. He plays with a lot of topspin and almost always breaks the mains first, usually due to notching of the mains. Once the outer woven cover was sawed through, the zyex fibers wear very quickly. We were able to extend the life on the second stringing by inserting string savers into the center of the string pattern. This time he actually sheared one of the mains at one of the crosses, the notching was not a problem using the string savers. At this time he returned to using a hybrid string bed of Ashaway 18g kevlar mains and a 17g synthetic gut cross with string savers to help prevent notching of the mains and to allow the mains to move more easily on the crosses for greater spin. this combination provides excellent durability and terrific spin. I am now using the Ashaway dynamite 18 soft strung at 60 lbs, 5 lbs above the maximum recommended for the string, with string savers inserted. It is very soft and forgiving which has helped with elbow pain that I developed while using the same Ashaway kevlar string described above. So far, the string has 4 weeks, playing 2 -3 hrs per day about 5 days per week. I really like this string, however, unless you use string savers, you will be unhappy with the durability of this string.
From:Mike. 07/11