Big NC Tennis · Stringing Guide
Advanced Juniors & Competitive Adults
Competitive teens 14–18, 3.5+ adults, varsity players, and UTR 4+ — this is the string menu we use every single day at Big NC Tennis. Battle-tested recommendations from our coaching staff and high-performance players.
Our recommendations
Strings for Your Level
We proudly feature Diadem as our house brand because it consistently delivers the best combination of performance, arm comfort, and value — backed by 15+ years of stringing thousands of racquets. The tensions and hours listed are real-world data from our courts, not manufacturer marketing copy.
Diadem Solstice Power — Full Poly
$35
Tension
50–56 lbs
String life
17G: 10–18 hrs
16L: 12–22 hrs
Available colors
Black · Teal
Why we recommend it
“A 6-pointed star shaped co-poly that gives you massive spin through insane snapback, but unlike older shaped polys it’s surprisingly soft and lively — you get real power and pocketing instead of the usual ‘boardy’ dead feel.”
Solinco Hyper G
$38
Tension
52–58 lbs
String life
17G: 8–14 hrs
16G: 10–16 hrs
Available colors
Green
Why we recommend it
“The #1 selling poly in college and pro tennis for a reason. The square/rectangle profile bites the felt harder than anything else on the market, yet it somehow stays medium-firm instead of harsh. Snapback is insane, tension holds great, and the bright green color looks sick in every frame.”
Solinco Confidential
$38
Tension
50–58 lbs
String life
25–35 hours
Available colors
Natural
Why we recommend it
“For players who hit hard, flat(ish), and demand total control above everything else. A shaped co-poly with a subtle 4-sided profile — plays firmer and more muted than Hyper-G with better tension maintenance and durability. Spin is still very good, but the focus is predictable response and pinpoint accuracy.”
Diadem Flash — Durable Option
$30
Tension
48–56 lbs
String life
18L: 30 hrs
16G: 25–40+ hrs
Available colors
Blue · White
Why we recommend it
“The string we pull out when someone says ‘I snap everything in 6–10 hours.’ A slick, round co-polyester that’s noticeably tougher than most shaped polys like Solstice Power or Hyper-G, yet it still gives you solid control, decent spin, and a crisp, powerful response.”
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