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Kirschbaum MAX Power

Polyester Not Arm Friendly

Specifications

Primary gauge: 1.25mm / 17 · $12

Gauge 1.25mm / 17
Material Polyester
Stiffness 196 lb/in
Tension Loss 16%
Energy Return 35%
Spin Potential 7.9/10 ~
Price (est.) $12
Arm Friendly No

Available Gauges

Specs vary slightly across gauges — thinner = more spin & feel, thicker = more durability

Gauge Stiffness Tension Loss Energy Return Spin Potential
1.25mm / 17 196 lb/in 16% 35% 7.9/10 ~
1.30mm / 16 205 lb/in ~ 17% ~ 34% ~ 7.7/10 ~

~ estimated values

Performance Profile

Subjective ratings across key playability dimensions (0–10)

Power
7.0
Control
8.0
Spin
8.0
Comfort
5.5
Durability
8.0
Touch / Feel
6.5
Tension Maintenance
6.0

Pro Players

ATP/WTA professionals reported using Kirschbaum MAX Power

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