Overview
Formerly Called RPM Blast Rough
RPM Rough is the textured version of RPM Blast, one of the most popular co-polys ever made. Like the standard RPM Blast, this string is a co-polymer monofilament with an octagonal shape and a special cross-linked silicone coating. RPM Rough is perfect for aggressive players who like to attack the ball with long, fast strokes. Our playtesters found it a tad softer and more powerful than the original RPM Blast, resulting in a slightly more penetrating shot. With its grippy surface, you'll find plenty of bite for bringing the ball down with spin. The durability is also quite high, making this a great option for string breakers.
- Gauge: 16/1.30mm
- Length: 660ft/200m
- Composition: Co-polyester Monofilament
- Color: Grey
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Customer Reviews
Perfect!This string is great! I really love how durable this string is also. There are small grooves in this string that grab the ball and that allows you to get nasty spin!
Tons of spin!Durable and provides lots of spin. I especially like it in a hybrid setup.
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Very Nice StringUnlike regular RPM, this rough version holds tension well and maintains its playability longer. Very nice string!
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Spin monsterGreat balance of spin and lack of harshness. Can play full bed at 48-50 pounds with no discomfort. Has become my reference string. The spin potential of this string is brutal.
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Comments: As with most polyester strings, I found this string to be lacking in touch and feel, but it did have a fair amount of spin potential. I feel like the string played better at lower tensions (even into the low 40s). I was able to continue hitting heavy topspin without the loss of control. Since I play the net frequently, I feel like the string is best suited for players who enjoy grinding it out from the baseline.
From:Cole, 11/22/17
Comments: Tried it in a Wilson K-factor 100 at 52 lbs. Amazing results. Loads of spin and control. Good on serves. My unforced errors have gone down and the attack on short balls is easier with the spin. I played with Red Code up until now. No longer. Going to stick with this string forever. Best thing that has happened to my tennis game.
From:Garry, 7/5/17
Comments: To me, these strings are a little better than RPM Blast on all levels. More comfortable, less stiff, slightly more power, and tons of spin. I never thought I'd switch from Pro Hurricane Tour, but these were so good that I decided to give them a shot. I strung my Babolat Pure Drive Tour+ at 54 pounds.
From:Chris, 6/21/17
Comments: A very good alternative for the Luxilon Alu Power Rough! I changed after several years from the heavy Head Youtek (which I strung with Luxilon Original Rough) into the even heavier Pro Staff Autograph 340gram, but the original felt like a block in combination and with Luxilon Alu and I had instant arm problems, but not with this string. Even for intermediate players, I think this string gives much feel and power and some extra spin of-course.
From:IG, 6/7/17
Comments: Good but not as good as RPM. Seems like it has less control.
From:Anonymous, 5/3/17
Comments: Insane spin and pop! I've used Natural Gut (mains) + RPM Blast 18g (crosses) for several years not. This combo has been given the nickname "the Ferrari of all string combinations." Everyone who's used my racquet comments on how good this hybrid feels. Well, RPM Blast Rough mixed with the Natural Gut feels even better. More spin, creating a heavier ball with more control. Oh, and this the Fluorescent colors look awesome, too.
From:Jason, 3/26/17
Comments: Not at all like Blast. No feel. Not an enjoyable string.
From:Rod, 3/12/17
Comments: Great string, very plush feel and lots of grip on the ball from the texture. The power is plentiful for a co-poly and the spin helps bring the ball back down into the court. I've been pretty happy with this string so far, it may replace Cyclone Tour 16 moving forward.
From:Joseph, 2/15/17