Yonex Rexis Speed Tennis String Yonex Rexis Speed is a performance-tier multifilament string designed for players who want the arm comfort and plush feel of a multifilament with a faster, crisper response than traditional soft multifilaments provide. Its construction targets the higher end of the multifilament speed-and-response spectrum — delivering comfortable, cushioned contact alongside a livelier, more energetic feedback that supports aggressive swings from both the baseline and the net. Crisper, More Responsive Multifilament Feel — Unlike the maximum-comfort, ultra-plush character of Rexis Comfort, Rexis Speed uses a multifilament construction tuned for a more immediate, snappier response at contact. The string still provides significant cushioning and arm comfort relative to any polyester, but the faster, more energetic contact feel suits players who find ultra-soft multifilaments too mushy or imprecise for their preferred style of play. Comfortable Power Return for Full-Swing Players — The multifilament architecture provides a natural energy-return benefit that sends the ball deeper with less effort than firm polys — important for players who already swing with pace and want the string to amplify rather than dampen that effort. Rexis Speed's crisper response produces a lively, rewarding sensation on clean flat drives and heavy topspin balls that feels distinctly more energetic than a comfort-first multifilament. Solid All-Court Feel Across Stroke Types — Beyond power, Rexis Speed's construction provides good feedback and feel across volleys, slice, and serve — stroke types where a mushy string can rob players of the tactile information needed to execute with precision. The livelier response makes it easier to sense ball weight and adjust touch on finesse shots without the numbness that ultra-soft strings can produce on shorter, gentler contact. Meaningful Arm Comfort Versus Polyester — While positioned as a faster, more performance-oriented multifilament, Rexis Speed still provides substantially more vibration absorption and shock mitigation than any co-polyester string. Players transitioning from poly due to arm discomfort but concerned about losing the snappy, responsive feel they enjoyed will find Rexis Speed the most natural performance bridge between the two string categories. Ideal Player Profile — Best suited for intermediate to advanced players (NTRP 3.0–5.0) who prefer the comfort of a multifilament but find the cushiest multifilaments too slow and imprecise for their aggressive playing style. Also an excellent choice for players stringing a hybrid setup — Rexis Speed as the cross string paired with a Poly Tour main — to add comfort and liveliness to a polyester mains setup. Specifications — Available in 16g (1.30mm) and 17g (1.25mm) gauges. Recommended tension 50–60 lbs. Approximately 40 ft (12.2 m) per set. For a hybrid setup that maximizes both spin and comfort, try Yonex Poly Tour Pro in the mains at 50 lbs with Rexis Speed in the crosses at 48 lbs — the combination retains polyester control and spin on the dominant strings while the Rexis Speed crosses add cushioning, liveliness, and improved feel across all strokes.
