Dunlop Sports Black Widow Tennis String,17g

The Dunlop Black Widow 17G is often considered the "sweet spot" of the Black Widow lineup. It offers a perfect balance between the extreme spin/feel of the 18G and the durability/tension hold of the 16G, making it the most popular choice for competitive club and tournament players.

Performance Profile

1. Optimal Ball Bite: The heptagonal (7-sided) shape provides sharp edges that grab the ball for massive topspin. The 17G thickness allows the edges to penetrate the ball's felt more effectively than the 16G, providing noticeably more "kick" on serves and groundstrokes.
2. Responsive Power: This co-polyester is designed with high elasticity, giving it a more "lively" feel than traditional, stiffer polyesters. It helps you generate depth even when you aren't perfectly centered on the ball.
3. Dynamic Snap-Back: The 1.25mm gauge allows for excellent string movement and quick snap-back, which is essential for generating the "dip" that keeps aggressive shots inside the court.
4. Balanced Durability: While it offers more playability than the 16G, it remains much tougher and more resistant to snapping than the ultra-thin 18G, providing a reliable lifespan for most intermediate to advanced players.

Best Suited For

1. Competitive Tournament Players: Those who need high-performance spin and control but also require their strings to last through a full match or weekend tournament.
2. Modern Aggressive Baseliners: Players who swing fast and want a string that rewards their speed with heavy, diving topspin.
3. Hybrid Main String: A top-tier choice for the mains when paired with a soft multifilament or synthetic gut in the crosses. This creates a "best of both worlds" setup with huge spin and a larger, more comfortable sweet spot.
4. Intermediate to Advanced Levels: Players who have developed the swing speed necessary to utilize the benefits of a co-polyester string.

Feature

• Color: Black.
• Gauge17 / 1.25mm.
• Length: 40ft / 12.2m.
• Spin Power: 10 / 10.
• Shape: Heptagonal (7-sided).
• Construction: Monofilament Co-Polyester.