Tecnifibre Official - Racquets
Yep. I've been playing a lot lately with the tflash CES 300 and it is now my go to racquet for everything. It is definitely an upgrade in all areas compared to the power stab version imo. I really wish that Technifibre would make an extended length plus model of it.
Murray_fan1
Professional
The 305 spec wise compares very well. Slightly less plough due to a lower swing weight but a much cleaner (less muted) feel off the string bed. Response is closer to a Strike but with zero arm discomfort.
AJvR
Rookie
Nice TF40 review from a Czech tennisblog.
Notorious_Junkballer
Hall of Fame
That was interesting indeed. Especially the contradiction around the balance point of 305. If 310 mm is correct, you could easily add some weight in the hoop to get more plow through without it becoming too head heavy.
Classic-TXP-IG MID
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I think you'll find that was a printing/ labeling error from Tecnifibre rather than anything else.
Notorious_Junkballer
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That's probably the case. But disconcerting nevertheless.
Lozannois
Rookie
Review from TN is out !
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Tecnifibre TF40 Racquet Review | Tennisnerd.net Great new racquet
I reviewed the Tecnifibre Tfight XTC 305 some months ago and really liked it. This is why I was excited to do this Tecnifibre TF40 racquet review.
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Review from TN is out !
Tecnifibre TF40 Racquet Review | Tennisnerd.net Great new racquet
I reviewed the Tecnifibre Tfight XTC 305 some months ago and really liked it. This is why I was excited to do this Tecnifibre TF40 racquet review.
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Not sure why but I was under the impression the TF40 was much softer, until I read 67 RA from his review... looks like it should play like the TT310, which I don’t think is soft at all
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DJ-
Hall of Fame
That is unstrung. Ra will drop 2/3 points after stringing which will result in 64
AJvR
Rookie
I found some extensive measurements of a TF40 305 on Racquet Quest:
racquetquest.tennis
An RA value of 60 (RDC) is mentioned, but they probably measured only one frame while as far as I know TW measures a batch and publishes an average. Another value I notice is a head size of 96.6 sq. inch, which was discussed here before if I remember correctly.
Tecnifibre TF 40 305
As you know Racquet Quest is always interested in racquet models from any brand and while Tecnifibre is not a new brand it is, in my opinion, just beginning to gain traction in this market. Tecnifi…
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An RA value of 60 (RDC) is mentioned, but they probably measured only one frame while as far as I know TW measures a batch and publishes an average. Another value I notice is a head size of 96.6 sq. inch, which was discussed here before if I remember correctly.
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dgoran
Hall of Fame
I might have one for sale stand by ...I’m about to demo it for a week or so and if we don’t get along it’s all yours
topspn
Legend
You plan on using your Typhoon?
dgoran
Hall of Fame
Always...lol... I have to have baseline to compare it to blade
mavsman149
Hall of Fame
nohandedbackhand
Semi-Pro
I saw them other places as well
1990's Graphite
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Long time TT lurker has his review
Notorious_Junkballer
Hall of Fame
The Nerd is right. With a bit more sparse string pattern, as an option, and an easier way to add some weight in the handle would make 305 even better.
Notorious_Junkballer
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I think I got the last one.TF40 already sold out on TW Europe... Looks like sales are good....or supply very bad
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Lozannois
Rookie
Ahah lucky you ! I need to wait until middle of October...I think I got the last one.
Do you know the specs (balance, sw) of your racket ?
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Notorious_Junkballer
Hall of Fame
It's yet to arrive.
smalahove
Hall of Fame
Just finished playing a couple of hours with my TF40, and overall, I'm pretty impressed.
I just sold my Blade V7 16x19, which is a very nice frame, but something about the blade balance/feel was a bit off for me, even after trying to add weight at the handle. I mention this as I see the V7 18x20 is often compared to the T40. I can understand why, but the feel is very different. The Blade has a super plush feel; muted, but nice, with a lot of plow. The T40 feels very, very solid, in some way reminiscent of the IG Prestiges (but not the same), but with a modern, more direct feel, with no apparent (hidden) discomfort (like on the Pure Strike).
It's very solid on impact. It ate up first serves with no flutter, and made me elevate my game a few notches. It's a bit sluggish, but that prob comes down to it being a new racket. Great so far.
I just sold my Blade V7 16x19, which is a very nice frame, but something about the blade balance/feel was a bit off for me, even after trying to add weight at the handle. I mention this as I see the V7 18x20 is often compared to the T40. I can understand why, but the feel is very different. The Blade has a super plush feel; muted, but nice, with a lot of plow. The T40 feels very, very solid, in some way reminiscent of the IG Prestiges (but not the same), but with a modern, more direct feel, with no apparent (hidden) discomfort (like on the Pure Strike).
It's very solid on impact. It ate up first serves with no flutter, and made me elevate my game a few notches. It's a bit sluggish, but that prob comes down to it being a new racket. Great so far.
mad dog1
G.O.A.T.
Which version and what level do you play at and what style, please?
tpro2000
Rookie
I have a TF40 315g coming in a couple days. What are people stringing it at to get a little more easy pop? I typically string at 45/42, but that's with 16x19 frames. I don't have a lot of experience with 18x20 patterns.
I'm thinking lower? Will be using a 1.25 shaped poly. Thanks!
I'm thinking lower? Will be using a 1.25 shaped poly. Thanks!
smalahove
Hall of Fame
Which version and what level do you play at and what style, please?
T40 305, strung with MSV Focus HEX Plus 25 1.20 @46 lbs.
Keeping it safe the first time out due to the fear of getting TE again.
Level 4.5
(4.0 when my movement is poor and I play aggressive, hard hitting 4.5'ers)
Aggressive all-court; like to be aggressive with my FH from the baseline, punish shorter balls and attack the net.
I (used to) like to go for huge top spin and push the opponents back, but from 4.5 and upwards, flatter attacking strokes steal more time from the fast baseliners, and the TF40 fits the bill. It brings back memories to the (first) Pure Strike Tour, which was a flat hitter's dream imo.
mad dog1
G.O.A.T.
Thanks for the extra details! I need to try the tf40 305!
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crazyups
Professional
Did you or anyone else notice if the tf40 has a slightly smaller head than the blade 98, or if it feels like it does?
mad dog1
G.O.A.T.
If topspn passes, let me know. Put my name on your waitlist.
Murray_fan1
Professional
It’s like the old Head pallet but I actually like that shape so it works for me.
topspn
Legend
And I don’t think there are other shaped pallets for technifibre to replace?It’s like the old Head pallet but I actually like that shape so it works for me.
smalahove
Hall of Fame
Unf I sold the V7 Blade, so I can't compare, but it feels like a 98, similar to the second gen Pure Strike f.inst.
This racket is what the Pro Staff 97 (315 g) should have been. It has a rock steadiness similar (but not identical) to the RF97A.
It also manages to be more solid feeling than the PS (gen2) without the arm discomfort - so far. Last time I ripped similar hard flat shots was with the Pure Strike Tour.
There's something about an 18x20 pattern that can harness a soft/powerful poly and generate a lot of controllable pace.
I've really enjoyed both the new blade and the TF40, and I'm hoping I can get accustomed to the Tec, or perhaps counterbalance it a bit.
I'm still not sure about size 2 vs size 3. I like size 3 w/o overgrip, but ime, I need overgrip as the bare grip gets worn down. Should I buy my second TF40 in size 2? Can't return it after buying unf ...
Notorious_Junkballer
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I'll try mine in stock form first but I'll probably switch to a leather grip (plus overgrip) to make it a bit more like my previous frames, a tad more head light and a little heavier overall, that is.
dgoran
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Got my tf40 305 3 days ago strung it up but I had to leave for a trip immediately after so I am dying to hit with it when I come back (maybe tomorrow)
Went to Maine and I was thinking it’s going to be too cold to take my racquets with me but turns out 50degrees is not that bad.
Now I regret not taking my tennis gear
Went to Maine and I was thinking it’s going to be too cold to take my racquets with me but turns out 50degrees is not that bad.
Now I regret not taking my tennis gear
topspn
Legend
You travel too much. Lets concentrate on what’s important and some more tennis with the TF40
dgoran
Hall of Fame
So I hit with it at the wall little bit today and I’m pleasantly surprised how good it is.
Few random thoughts that I was thinking as I was trying it out:
It’s like a better version of pure strike tour even at 305 grams
They must be magicians over at Tecnifibre somehow at same or close specs to the blade they made it just as comfortable as the v7 blade but just as stable as pure strike tour and more importantly usable at low weight for me (one handed bh)
At stock weight I have zero problems on my backhand while with the blade I definitely had issues until I slapped more weight in the handle via leather grip.
Yes this thing has old HEAD style handle.
As you might or might not know I was going between new strike tour and new blade. At least preliminary this thing is a perfect blend of the two and perhaps my next racquet.
Almost strangely I don’t see a need to add weight to it. I cannot explain it because with the blade had to.
It’s hard to explain it’s feel: muted comfort and firm in the same time with perfect amount of flex this is what pure strike should have been. Blade has more flexible Head...
Next is playing a league match with it and see
Few random thoughts that I was thinking as I was trying it out:
It’s like a better version of pure strike tour even at 305 grams
They must be magicians over at Tecnifibre somehow at same or close specs to the blade they made it just as comfortable as the v7 blade but just as stable as pure strike tour and more importantly usable at low weight for me (one handed bh)
At stock weight I have zero problems on my backhand while with the blade I definitely had issues until I slapped more weight in the handle via leather grip.
Yes this thing has old HEAD style handle.
As you might or might not know I was going between new strike tour and new blade. At least preliminary this thing is a perfect blend of the two and perhaps my next racquet.
Almost strangely I don’t see a need to add weight to it. I cannot explain it because with the blade had to.
It’s hard to explain it’s feel: muted comfort and firm in the same time with perfect amount of flex this is what pure strike should have been. Blade has more flexible Head...
Next is playing a league match with it and see
Classic-TXP-IG MID
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dgoran
Hall of Fame
50 on a drop weight
dgoran
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Hitting little more on the wall and this thing is money. I feel that this stick can cover such a wide array of players out there that its unbelievable.
Really congrats to Tecnifibre for this product.
Easy access to spin on par with Pure Trike tour only that one was 16x19 !!!!!!!!! crazy.
Keep hitting and asking how is this possible? How can racquet be solid like six one 95 thats 330g at only 305 grams?
How can one handed be effortless like it is on rf97a (you know when you just swing relaxed through the contact and it just produces nice backhand wo forcing)?
Really congrats to Tecnifibre for this product.
Easy access to spin on par with Pure Trike tour only that one was 16x19 !!!!!!!!! crazy.
Keep hitting and asking how is this possible? How can racquet be solid like six one 95 thats 330g at only 305 grams?
How can one handed be effortless like it is on rf97a (you know when you just swing relaxed through the contact and it just produces nice backhand wo forcing)?
gutfeeling
Hall of Fame
The answer is optimized weight distribution and quality craftsmanship! I’ve always enjoyed Tec frames, even their tweeners. I have blade v7 blinders on but now I’m intrigued, THANKS haha.
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Notorious_Junkballer
Hall of Fame
I should get my 305 tomorrow.
If it doesn't deliver, I'll blame all the hypers in this thread!
If it doesn't deliver, I'll blame all the hypers in this thread!
Lozannois
Rookie
Already got mine and compared it side by side with my Blade V7 16x19.
It's a very great stick but I was feeling like I got less control than with my Blade... I don't know if that's related to the lower swingweight of the TF40 or to the fact that I strung it with ice code...
But sensations and confort are good. Will try it again tommorrow
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It's a very great stick but I was feeling like I got less control than with my Blade... I don't know if that's related to the lower swingweight of the TF40 or to the fact that I strung it with ice code...
But sensations and confort are good. Will try it again tommorrow
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smalahove
Hall of Fame
Today was a little bit disappointing but that was prob down to the indian rather than the (bow and) arrow, I guess
That being said, I can really subscribe to the comparison to the 6.1 95. I bought and sold the 2019 version a few weeks ago, but that didn't feel as solid as the TF40. It's not a magic wand or wholy grail, but it feels and plays very, very solid. Feels more solid than the DG97 and VCP97 330g.
