The Solinco Hyper-G was originally developed to be used exclusively by the ATP pros, players, and coaches associated with the manufacturer. But after overwhelmingly positive reactions, Solinco decided to put it into mass production as part of their Heaven String. It clearly stands out due to its bright green color, and in our Solinco Hyper-G review, we’re taking a closer look at the other features that make this tennis string stand out.
Before we dive in, the Hyper-G is probably not the best string option for beginners. It’s better suited to advanced or intermediate players who are looking for exceptional control and spin.
- High level of control
- Surprisingly comfortable for a co-poly
- Tons of spin potential
- Bright green color (if you’re into that)
- Too stiff and not enough power for beginners
- Bright green color (if you’re not into that)
Highlights of the Solinco Hyper-G Tennis String
The Solinco Hyper-G was created for (and with the help of) an unidentified ATP pro. Some have suggested it’s most likely Donald Young, but we can’t say for sure. It’s also famously endorsed and used by the Bryan Brothers.
Here are some of the features and benefits of this string that make it good enough for the professionals.
Lower Powered
The Hyper-G is a string for intermediate and advanced players who like to generate their own power with their swing. It’s a firm, lower power string that’s built for control and spin. That said, many players find that this string has just enough power for when you need it. It’s an impressive combination of power and control.
If you’re more of a beginner, on the other hand, who wants your strings to add some extra power to your game, we recommend you try a softer string like the Solinco Tour Bite (Soft).
High Level of Control
For most advanced tennis players, control is the most important feature in a string. The Solinco Hyper-G delivers a ton of control to the intermediate or advanced player that can take advantage of it.
Combined with the lower power, you’ll feel confident to really take a full swing at the ball and place it exactly where you need.
Surprisingly Comfortable
The Hyper-G offers a great mix of control and comfort. While it’s still designed for control over comfort, you’ll find this string to be very forgiving.
Stiffer co-poly strings like this one tend to deliver a high level of control, but with harsher feedback that can cause a lot of arm pain. But the Hyper-G is a surprisingly comfortable string.
It’s low powered and firm, but not so stiff that it’s uncomfortable. Plus, the exceptionally high level of control means you can string at an even lower tension, further increasing the comfort of this string.
It’s still a co-poly string, though, and if you’re someone who has a history of arm or wrist issues, you might look for a softer, even more comfortable string.
Great Spin Potential
Similar to the Tour Bite, which is Solinco’s most popular, almost iconic string, the Hyper-G has a square shape. The four edges really bite into the ball to give you a ton of spin potential.
Alternatives to the Hyper-G
Solinco has a range of string options if you are looking for a string with slightly different features than the Hyper-G.
If you’re looking for a softer, even more comfortable string with extra power, we recommend you try the Solinco Tour Bite (Soft).
If you want a string that’s a little bit stiffer, try the Tour Bite.
Summary & Recommendations
The Hyper-G string is a great string, with high marks in several categories.
While it’s likely too firm and low-powered for beginners, intermediate and advanced players will find this string offers a great mix of comfort and control, with just enough power when you need it.
If you’re looking for a comfortable string that still offers excellent control and spin, you really can’t do better than the Solinco Hyper-G. You might consider buying it in a reel to save money over time.
Post last updated on May 15, 2020
Hello, I love Hyper G 17 but I am having arm issue when strung at 52. Would like to try a lower string tension. How low do you think I can go on the string tension? Should I try 45/46?