Wilson NXT 17G Tennis String Reel - Natural

The Wilson NXT 17G (1.24 mm) Natural Reel (200m / 660ft) provides the benchmark playability, cushion, and power of Wilson's premier multifilament string in a bulk reel format. Designed to replicate the plush feel and shock absorption of natural gut, NXT combines thousands of Xycro Micro-Fibers bound together with a flexible polyurethane resin.

The thinner 17-gauge (1.24 mm) profile delivers enhanced ball pocketing, spin potential, and touch compared to 16G variants. Purchasing in a 660 ft reel offers significant cost savings per set for frequent stringers, tournament players, and stringing shops.

Performance Profile

1. Plush Shock Absorption: Absorbs harsh impact vibrations, making it an essential option for protecting wrists, elbows, and shoulders from joint strain.
2. Enhanced Touch & Ball Pocketing: The thin 1.24 mm diameter allows the string bed to flex deeply on contact, offering exceptional feedback for drop shots, volleys, and touch play.
3. Effortless Power Output: Delivers high energy return and a lively trampoline effect, helping players generate deep groundstrokes without extra physical swing effort.
4. Cost-Effective Bulk Format: Equips frequent stringers and high-volume players with consistent access to premium multifilament performance at a lower cost per individual set.
5. Gauge Trade-Off: Because the 17G gauge prioritizes tactile feel and spin over raw durability, it will notch and fray faster under heavy topspin compared to the 16G reel option.

Best Suited For

1. High-Volume Stringers & Clubs: Excellent stock option for stringers who regularly serve arm-sensitive clients or players demanding a gut-like multifilament.
2. Arm-Sensitive Competitors: Must-have setup for players managing tennis elbow who restring frequently to maintain fresh string bed dynamics.
3. Soft Hybrid Cross String: Ideal for stringing as a plush cross string to pair with a stiff co-polyester main string, softening impact while broadening the sweet spot.

Specifications

• String Category: Premium Arm-Friendly Multifilament.
• Material Composition: Polyurethane (PU) matrix with high-elasticity Xycro Micro-Fibers.
• Gauge: 17G (1.24 mm) — Thinner profile for elevated spin, ball bite, and touch.
• Reel Length: 660 ft / 200 m (Yields approximately 16–18 individual racquet string jobs).
• Colorway: Natural.
• Sweet Spot Expansion: Expands frame sweet spot playability by roughly 10%.
• Vibration Reduction: Dampens frame shock by up to ~74% compared to standard synthetic gut.