HEAD Hawk Touch Rough 200m Tennis Strings Reel , Black

The HEAD Hawk Touch Rough 200M Tennis String Reel (Black) is an elite, control-oriented co-polyester monofilament specifically engineered for advanced and tour-level players who demand precise feedback, low power, and heavy spin potential.

Designed around HEAD’s proprietary Crystal Core Technology, Hawk Touch Rough is manufactured via a unique multi-stage heat treatment process. This technique allows HEAD to construct a string with a softer, larger crystalline inner core for cushioned ball feedback surrounded by a firmer outer shell for directional stability and tension retention.

The "Rough" variant adds a textured outer surface to this advanced co-poly base. This rough finish grabs the ball cover upon impact to maximize friction, giving players extra bite for heavy topspin and sharp slice trajectories. The Black cosmetic offers a subtle, sleek look on dark racquet frames while delivering a slightly firmer, crisp feel.

Performance Profile

1. Control & Precision: 9.5 / 10: Exceptional directional accuracy. The low-powered launch angle allows fast, full-swinging players to hit aggressively without fearing the ball will fly past the baseline.
2. Spin Potential: 9 / 10: Enhanced bite due to the textured surface. It grips the ball effortlessly, generating aggressive rotations on kick serves, topspin groundstrokes, and underspin slices.
3. Touch & Feel: 8.5 / 10: Thanks to the enlarged crystalline inner core, it delivers superior feel and pocketing compared to standard rigid tour polys, making drop shots and touch volleys easy to execute.
4. Durability & Tension Stability: 8.5 / 10: Excellent structural integrity. Maintains its playable tension longer than standard soft co-polyester strings.
5. Power: 4.5 / 10: Notably low-powered. Requires full swing speeds and proper player mechanics to generate ball pace.

Best Suited For

1. Advanced & Tournament Competitors: Ideal for 4.5+ NTRP or advanced club players who generate their own pace and require ultimate precision.
2. Aggressive Baseline Spin Hitters: Great for players who rely on heavy ball rotation, deep topspin, and sharp angles to push opponents back.
3. Poly Users Wanting Better Touch: Perfect for traditional polyester users who love low power and control but want more ball-pocketing feedback on touch shots.
4. Volume Stringers: The 200m reel yields roughly 16 to 18 full string jobs, providing great value for frequent stringers.

Specifications

• Color: Black.
• Material / Construction: Co-polymer Monofilament (Crystal Core Technology).
• Surface Profile: Textured / Rough.
• Reel Length: 200 Meters / 660 Feet (approx. 16–18 full restrings).
• Common Gauges: 17 / 1.25mm (Optimal blend of spin, feel, and control).
• Common Gauges: 16 / 1.30mm (Maximum durability & directional control).
• Playability Category: Control & Spin Tour Monofilament.