Specifications
Primary gauge: 1.25mm / 17 · $40
| Gauge | 1.25mm / 17 |
| Material | Natural Gut |
| Stiffness | 112 lb/in |
| Tension Loss | 6% |
| Energy Return | 54% |
| Spin Potential | 6.5/10 ~ |
| Price (est.) | $40 |
| Arm Friendly | Yes |
Available Gauges
Specs vary slightly across gauges — thinner = more spin & feel, thicker = more durability
| Gauge | Stiffness | Tension Loss | Energy Return | Spin Potential |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.25mm / 17 | 112 lb/in | 6% | 54% | 6.5/10 ~ |
| 1.30mm / 16 | 120 lb/in ~ | 7% ~ | 53% ~ | 6.3/10 ~ |
~ estimated values
Performance Profile
Subjective ratings across key playability dimensions (0–10)
Power
9.5
Control
8.5
Spin
6.0
Comfort
9.5
Durability
5.5
Touch / Feel
10.0
Tension Maintenance
9.5
Pro Players
ATP/WTA professionals reported using Babolat VS Touch
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