STRINGS + THINGS

1 Babolat Touch VS Natural Gut

Babolat says this is the best string on the market. This string is the most comfortable, and most powerful, offers the best feel of any string, holds tension the longest, and is the most arm friendly, Babolat reports. Your strings are the engine of your racquet and choosing the right string is important. Babolat invented tennis strings in 1875 and has been innovating ever since. babolat.com

2 Yonex POLYTOUR DRIVE

POLYTOUR DRIVE is the newest Yonex string available in the U.S. Endorsed by professional player Dayana Yastremska, POLYTOUR

DRIVE is designed for players of all swing speeds looking for a shaped string at an affordable price. This string is available in 1.25 mm. and colorways of black and silver. yonex.com/us

3 HEAD Hawk Power

Designed for high-performance players and made in the United States, the Hawk Power adds explosive power and control to your game. head.com/en_US

4 Pro Penn 40 Pickleball

The Pro Penn 40 Outdoor is ideal for all players who demand a long-lasting, fast, and consistent ball for high performance tournament play. head.com/en_US

5 PrinceGrip Plus Lotion

Back by popular demand! Prince brings back the original, very popular PrinceGrip Plus Enhancing Lotion! PrinceGrip Plus keeps your hands dry for a more secure grip and better control of your racquet. Used by tennis players, runners, and athletes in a variety of sports needing an additional moisture barrier layer which helps prevent blisters. tennis-warehouse.com

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Wilson Luxilon Eco Power

LXN Eco Power offers a durable, heavy-duty construction that’s oriented for power, spin and control, yet forgiving when hitting delicate shots. Designed for all-around players who want to level up their game and make a sustainable choice, this hexagon shaped string grips the ball upon contact to create additional spin and keep your shots inside the court. It is the first string on the market made from 100% recycled materials. wilson.com

7 Prince Synthetic Gut w/ Duraflex

Prince Synthetic Gut w/Duraflex is one of the most popular strings ever made. With its seductive all-around playability, this iconic string has attracted generations of players. It also makes the perfect hybrid cross. This string’s magic comes in no small part from Duraflex, a unique material technology that enhances durability without compromising comfort. Once you factor in the price, it’s easy to see why this is one of the best value strings of all time. 12 Colors + Rainbow! tennis-warehouse.com

8 Tourna Tuff

Tourna Tuff is a longer-lasting version of the famous Tourna Grip. Still features max sweat absorption. Still gets tackier when you sweat. Still trademarked blue color. The main difference is its more durable. Six years in development, this grip is ideal for those looking to make their overgrip last longer. Available in 3, 10, and 30 packs. tourna.com

1 Lobster Sports elite two

The elite two features triple oscillation, which produces shots at random width and depth, places emphasis on strong footwork and the ability to adapt to the types of variable shots one sees in match play. Improve your reaction time while you advance your foot speed agility. Sky-high lobs and blistering speeds of 80 mph will take your game to new levels. These battery-powered tennis ball machines will challenge all your strokes, not just your forehand and backhand. lobstersports.com