Wilson NXT (pre-stretched)

Wilson NXT (Pre-Stretched)

Setup
Main: NXT PS 16G 55lbs
Cross: Gosen Polylon Ice 17G 52lbs

Stringing: It is suggested by many stringers that NXT be pre-stretched before stringing. NXT holds massive coil memory in its stock form. If strung without stretching, the string tends to lose tension quicker and play much softer than anticipated.

I decided to give NXT a stretch and compare it to the stock form of NXT. Here is the quick comparison between NXT and NXT pre-stretched.

Power: NXT
Control: About the same
Spin: NXT PS by a slight margin
Stiffness: NXT PS
Feel: NXT
Durability: About the same
Tension Maintenance: NXT PS

NXT PS plays slightly with more spin and stiffness. For me stock form and stretching it did not make a huge difference in playability. Others may argue that stretching NXT makes a huge difference in play. Bottom line is I believe stretch or no stretch all comes down to personal preference.

Wilson NXT

Wilson NXT
Gauge: 16 (1.30), 17(1.24)
Price: $16/set
Color: White
Setup:
Mains Wilson NXT 16G 55lbs
Cross Gosen Polylon Ice 17G 52lbs

Stringing: Nothing special. Very easy to string. Watch out not to kink it.

Play:
NXT is considered to be one of the most popular premium multi-filament strings for players of all levels. You really get what you pay for in this string. The string plays lively compared to low end multi-filaments. NXT gives plenty of pop, control, and feel. The string is well rounded and overall the value is great.

Durability is on the low side. Again I am a string breaker and NXT lasted me about 5 hours of play. If you are not a choric string breaker, NXT will give you great playability for a reasonable price.

Quick Review (out of 10):
Power: 9
Control: 8
Spin: 8
Stiffness: 5
Feel: 7
Durability: 3
Tension Maintenance: 7