
The Luxilon Eco Rough 125 is a high-performance co-polyester string that blends professional-grade playability with a commitment to sustainability. As part of Luxilon’s Eco family, it is crafted from 100% recycled materials (90% recycled PET bottles and 10% other recycled plastic packaging), making it a top choice for environmentally conscious athletes.
Performance Profile
- Enhanced Spin: The string features a unique textured surface with dents at 45-degree angles. This design increases the surface area that contacts the ball, allowing for greater "bite" and significantly higher topspin potential.
- Dampened Feel: Despite its recycled origins, the Eco Rough is engineered to be softer and more forgiving than the standard ALU Power Rough. It provides a "plush" sensation at impact, effectively absorbing vibrations.
- Increased Dwell Time: Due to its flexibility, the ball stays on the string bed slightly longer. This "pocketing" effect gives players a higher sense of control and better feedback for placement.
- High Resilience: It offers a lively response compared to "dead" polyesters like 4G, providing enough "pop" to help depth on defensive shots while maintaining the control required for big swings.
Best Suited For
- Intermediate to Advanced Players: Those who generate their own power and want a textured string to help keep the ball inside the baseline.
- Players Seeking Comfort: An excellent option for polyester users who are concerned about arm health or "tennis elbow," as it is one of the more arm-friendly textured polys available.
- Sustainability Advocates: Players looking for a professional-grade alternative to Babolat RPM Blast Rough or Luxilon ALU Power Rough without the environmental footprint.
- Open String Patterns: Pairs perfectly with 16x19 racquets, where the textured surface has the room to move and snap back for maximum RPMs.
Feature
- Color: Silver.
- Gauge: 1.25 mm / 17 Gauge.
- Length: 40 ft / 12.2 m.
- Shape: Textured (Dented 45-degree surface).
- Eco-Factor: Fully biodegradable and recyclable packaging.
- Material: 100% Recycled PET & Plastic Packaging.
