Luxilon ALU Power 128 Roland Garros Tennis String Blue and White

The Luxilon ALU Power 128 Roland Garros in the Blue and White colorway is a special edition of the legendary ALU Power string, specifically designed to withstand the unique demands of the French Open. While standard ALU Power is 1.25 mm, this version features a slightly thicker 1.28 mm diameter to handle the long, abrasive rallies typical of clay court tennis.

Performance Profile

1. Clay Court Optimized: The 1.28 mm gauge is the "secret sauce" of this edition. It provides extra resistance to the abrasive clay particles that can get between strings and cause premature breakag.
2. Explosive Power & Control: It retains the iconic ALU Power "snap," using a co-polymer aluminum blend that allows players to take full, aggressive swings while maintaining a predictable launch angle.
3. Firm Feedback: Known for its "crisp" and slightly metallic feel, this string offers excellent feedback, allowing advanced players to feel precisely where they are striking the ball.
4. Spin Capability: While the string is round, its high elasticity and "snap-back" properties allow for heavy topspin, helping to push opponents back behind the baseline.

Best Suited For

1. Advanced Competitors: Ideal for tournament players who have the swing speed to take advantage of a stiff, high-performance co-poly.
2. Clay Court Specialists: Specifically designed for players who spend a lot of time on red clay or har-tru courts and need a string that won't "bag out" or snap too quickly.
3. Big Hitters: Those who generate their own power and are looking for a string that provides maximum directional control and tension stability.
4. Aesthetic Enthusiasts: The "Blue and White" colorway (often referred to as Roland Garros Blue) is designed to match the signature aesthetic of the tournament and the Wilson Roland Garros racquet collections.

Features

• Color: Roland Garros Blue / White.
• Gauge: 16 G / 1.28 mm.
• Length: 40 ft / 12.2m.
• Material: Co-poly (Poly-ether-ether) + Aluminum Fibers.