Babolat RPM Team 12M Tennis String , Black

The Babolat RPM Team 12M (Black) is designed for players who want the heavy spin and control of a polyester string but require a softer, more forgiving response than the standard RPM Blast. It serves as a "bridge" between high-stiffness tour strings and softer comfort strings.

The Black colorway provides the classic, professional look of the RPM line, matching seamlessly with any racquet frame.

Performance Profile

1. Low-Density Co-Polyester: The core innovation of RPM Team is its internal low-density construction. This material choice allows the string to be more flexible and elastic, resulting in a significantly softer feel and better "pocketing" of the ball.
2. Octagonal Spin Engine: Like its more famous sibling, RPM Blast, this string has an 8-sided (octagonal) profile. These edges "grab" the ball at impact, allowing you to generate heavy topspin and sharp angles.
3. High Snap-Back: It is finished with the signature RPM cross-linked silicone coating. This slick surface ensures the strings slide easily and snap back into place quickly, which is essential for maximizing ball rotation.
4. Increased Tolerance: Because it is softer than traditional co-polys, it offers more "tolerance" on off-center hits. It filters out some of the harsh vibrations that can lead to arm fatigue, making it a better option for long matches.

Best Suited For

1. Big Hitters seeking Comfort: Ideal for aggressive players who love to swing fast but want to protect their arm from the high-stiffness impact of traditional polyesters.
2. Developing Competitors: A great choice for intermediate players or juniors who are moving into the "poly" world and need a more forgiving string bed.
3. The Control-Oriented Player: Perfect for those who want to maintain the predictability of a monofilament without the "board-like" feel of tour-level strings.

Usage Tip

1. Tension Maintenance: While RPM Team is softer than RPM Blast, it maintains the RPM family's reputation for durability. To get the most out of its elastic properties, many players find success stringing it in the 50–55 lbs range.
2. Packaging Note: You may see this string in either the "Classic" Babolat packaging or the "Modern" refreshed design, but the high-performance string inside remains identical.

Feature

• Color: Black
• Length: 12 meters / 39 feet
• Structure: Octagonal monofilament
• Material: Low-density Co-polyester
• Available Gauges: 1.25 mm (17g) / 1.30 mm (16g)
• Primary Benefit: Spin-heavy control with a softer impact