Yonex Aerobite is not a gimmick. It is genuinely an excellent option for skilled all-around and touch players who are not frequent string breakers. Our product play testers have found Aerobite to be ill-suited for hard hitting smashers and frequent string breakers, but excellent for skilled players who use a wide array of shots including drops and tumbles. The thin profile of this string also allows for crisp, point-ending smashes by minimizing air drag caused by friction.