How to Hybrid reString Vivo and Sync
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The best way to hybrid reString Vivo and reString Sync is to put Vivo in the mains and Sync in the crosses, with Sync strung 2 lbs lower than Vivo.
This setup gives you Vivo's control, with Sync adding more movement and forgiveness.
reString Vivo is a shaped string that grips the ball, while the round, slick reString Sync lets the mains snap back into place after each shot.
You can now easily try this hybrid setup with our Vivo x Sync Hybrid Set.
Vivo x Sync
Hybrid SetVivo in the mains for control and spin, Sync in the crosses for even more control. Vivo is made from recycled polyester, and Sync carries our Signature Snapback. One set strings one racket.
Why We Recommend reString Vivo in the Mains
Vivo is a shaped string, so it grips the ball and adds spin, which is exactly what you want in the mains. It also has the cleanest feel of any string we make, so what you put into the ball is what you feel back.
Sync does a different job in the crosses. Its round, slick surface lets the Vivo mains slide across it easily to add more string movement and spin.
Sync also has our Signature Snapback technology, which helps Vivo snap back into place for longer. That extra movement makes Vivo more forgiving, without taking away its control.
How Does the Vivo x Sync Hybrid Play?
The Vivo x Sync hybrid plays mainly with Vivo's control and clean feel, with Sync adding movement and forgiveness. Of our three hybrid sets at launch, it is the most controlled.
For a lot of players, this setup is more fun to play than a full bed of Vivo, with Sync assisting your shots through its slick coating.
It suits all-court players who mix pace and placement, and serve-and-volley players who win points with touch at the net.
In terms of how it plays, think of it as roughly 70% Vivo and 30% Sync.
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Why Choose Vivo x Sync Over a Full Bed?
Vivo and Sync both play well on their own as a full bed. A hybrid lets you combine their strengths in one stringbed.
A full bed of Vivo feels crisp and clean, with direct feedback on every shot. It is a little stiff, so you have to create your own pace. That makes it a better fit for high-level players.
A full bed of Sync is very controlled, with great feel. As a round string, it plays smooth and consistent, which suits a lot of players. It just grips the ball less than a shaped string.
The hybrid gives you Vivo's feel and grip, with Sync making the stringbed more forgiving and fun to play with.
Can You Put reString Sync in the Mains?
Yes, you can put reString Sync in the mains.
Both half sets in Vivo x Sync are 20 ft (6.1 m), so you can string them either way around.
We still recommend Vivo in the mains and Sync in the crosses, for the reasons above. The set is designed that way, and it is where Sync's Signature Snapback works best.
Sync is also a proven cross string, and Tenncom ranked it top tier. If you want more power than Vivo x Sync, try Slap x Sync. For the most power, try Zero x Sync.
