Ashaway PowerNick 19 9 mtr.

Ashaway, RI – Ashaway Racket Strings has introduced PowerNick® 19, the thinnest string ever used on a squash racket. The new 1.05mm string utilizes a monofilament core based on a special formula developed for Ashaway by Zyex Limited. Designed to provide enhanced power and performance for both amateur and professional players, PowerNick 19 offers excellent rebound and response along with a dramatic increase in the ability to grip, slice, cut and work the ball.

“PowerNick 19 is an evolution of the core construction we developed for its popular stablemate, PowerNick 18,” says Ashaway’s Steve Crandall. “Unlike our UltraNick series, which uses a multifilament Zyex® core for a softer feel, PowerNick strings use a specially constructed core of multi-strand Zyex monofilament. PowerNick strings, and especially this new 19 gauge, are designed to provide superior power and playability.”

The PowerNick 19’s Zyex monofilament construction prevents tension loss, while the ultra-thin 1.05mm gauge maximizes ball control. The specially designed outer spiral braid provides a secure grip – enhancing spins and slices – while a patented outer coating improves stringing and enhances durability.

"However," Crandall added, "to get a string that thin to perform the way we wanted, we really had to do some magic in the lab. And we had the help of Zyex Limited, who developed a special patented monofilament material that was just released for PowerNick 19."

And it does, according to David Palmer, a long-time Ashaway string user who used the gloss black PowerNick 19 to good effect at the prestigious British Grand Prix in September and the Commonwealth Games in India in October, as well as a number of other recent PSA tournaments. "This new PowerNick 19 string gives me the power to play hard and fast, but also gives me a nice feel and control at the front of the court. So depending on my opponent and how physical I am, I can use it to my advantage."

Ashaway recommends stringing PowerNick 19 approximately 10-20 percent less than a standard squash string.

Please note that this string is very fragile due to its very thin thickness (1.05 mm).