Wilson Sensation 16G Tennis String Reel Natural

The Wilson Sensation 16G in Natural (660 ft / 200 m Reel) is the industry standard for value-driven comfort. As the original multifilament string, Sensation changed the game by offering an arm-friendly alternative to expensive natural gut, and the 16-gauge (1.30 mm) version remains the most popular choice for its perfect balance of playability and durability.

Performance Profile

1. Comfort (10/10): The primary reason for this string's decades of success. It effectively absorbs the harsh vibrations that lead to joint pain and fatigue.
2. Power (8/10): The multifilament core is highly elastic, providing a "trampoline effect" that helps players generate depth with ease.
3. Feel (9/10): Excellent "ball pocketing." The ball feels like it stays on the strings longer, giving the player more time to guide and direct their shots.
4. Durability (5/10): While it is more resilient than the 17G, it is still a soft string. It will begin to fray as the outer coating wears, eventually leading to breakage—a process easily managed by having a full reel on hand.

Best Suited For

1. The "Club" Player: Ideal for the consistent baseline player who wants a reliable, soft string bed for league or social play.
2. Tennis Elbow Prevention: Widely recommended for any player who wants to avoid the stiffness associated with synthetic gut or polyester strings.
3. Hybrid Users: A very popular choice for the "cross" strings to soften the overall feel of a racquet that has a stiff polyester in the "mains."
4. Cost-Conscious Stringers: The reel format significantly lowers the cost per racquet, making it one of the best values in the premium string market.

Why Choose 16G over 15G or 17G?

Choose 16G if you want the "classic" feel. It is thinner than 15G, so it offers more spin and feel, but it is thicker than 17G, so it won't snap as quickly. It is the safest "default" choice for almost any racquet and any style of play.

Features

• Color: Natural.
• Gauge: 16G (1.30 mm).
• Format: Reel (660 ft / 200 m).
• Capacity: Approximately 16–18 Racquet restrings.
• Material: Xycro Microfibers (Multifilament Nylon).