Question for Geoff: loose strings

[gzhpcu]

Geoff,
Just read an article saying to try loose string, 40 lbs or less with copoly strings, for lots of spin. What do you think?
Thanks

[GeoffWilliams]

That is only effective for players who: don't have heavy frames, don't hit very hard: hit with a lot of top spin: don't face competition who are very consistent. Ie, Jack Sock strings at 40 lbs, Raonic at 42/44, so some pros are going that way, as it is easier to develop spin and power, but control suffers for mortals. And those pros who are dropping, can't beat the top guys for consistency. When Fed went up to 98 sq. in., so did his tension from 48/46. He strings higher now, not lower.