99Problems
New User
And so is the super bright orange an accurate description? I presume outside of going to Aux 2.0 and a new paint job, the rest remains the same...
New Racquet Releases 2025?
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I don't think the power and spin was as good on the XTC as it is now.
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
I’d prefer a more control oriented racket.
I understand the enjoyment of the slightly thicker beam on the iso 305. It’s “stable” sure. But I didn’t have to play around with the balance in the xtc 305. Stock was smooth.
Feel like I am constantly going back and forth on tweaking 310-318 grams static to maintain some control
pabletion
Hall of Fame
305: SW 290, Balance 315.
I guess its a more "customizeable" setup, instead of already feeling like a pro-stock.
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
I might send you a private message.
Is the beam still 22.5?
I would love for it to go back to 22/22/21.5. I know folks love the increased power on iso but I thrived hitting with power spin and control on the xtc.
There was zero customization required.
Iso - I feel 7-10 grams is needed in the handle.
Federerkblade
Hall of Fame
So what’s been the difference in playability between the 305s 18*19
XTC vs and the iso
Has the iso got the most spin ?
XTC vs and the iso
Has the iso got the most spin ?
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
Box beam. Thinner beam. Lower SW.
xtc: same balance. 22/22/21.5 box beam 328 SW avg.
Iso: 22.5 r shaped constant beam. 338 avg SW. includes the iso flex grommets for better snap back.
Iso does have more free power with higher static SW and thicker beam. It does feel like it cuts through the air a bit better than the box beam xtc.
However for my game the xtc seemed more control oriented. Still had pop on all of my shots so I don’t really look for rackets that give me “free power”
If that's the case, this will be a definite "must test it" stick. Looking forward to seeing the specs for the other rackets in the TFight line. Thanks for sharing!
Still the same rectangular grip shape I suppose ?
I'm intrigued, would love to see any leaked photos
David Le
Hall of Fame
The 2025 Pure Drive looks like a mix between the Swirly and 2018 version. It has that faded/blend look from blue to black? (could be navy), one color choice for the iconic stripes (black or navy, couldn’t tell) and bold font of Pure Drive in black (or navy) like 2018. The 98 will have similar but with red accents
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BDAZ
Hall of Fame
Sorry, no pics. I saw it in person but didn't sneak any photos.
AndrewUtz
Semi-Pro
my brother in christ, this stick already exists. it’s called the prestige MP-L + a tiny bit of lead.
| Head Size: 99 in² / 638.71 cm² | ||||
| Length: 27in / 68.58cm | ||||
| Strung Weight: 11.2oz / 318g | ||||
| Balance: 12.79in / 32.49cm / 6 pts HL | ||||
| Swingweight: 309 | ||||
| Stiffness: 61 | ||||
| Beam Width: 21.5mm / 21.5mm / 21.5mm | ||||
| Composition: Auxetic 2/Graphene Inside/Graphite | ||||
| Power Level: Low | ||||
| Stroke Style: Full | ||||
| Swing Speed: Fast | ||||
| Racquet Colors: Maroon | ||||
| Grip Type: Head Hydrosorb Pro | ||||
String Pattern:
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| String Tension: 48-57 pounds |
konstantinos kalfountzos
Hall of Fame
Dunlop SX300 for 2025
MasterSlice74
Rookie
If they keep the same mold, but stiffen it up and make it a 16x19, I will gladly give them my money
It's nice
I've seen it. The paint job is slick
The SW on the 305 is kind of nuts. I get why, but rec players around 4.0+ are just not going to reach for a 315 even if it has a lower SW than the 305.
OldschoolKIaus
Hall of Fame
Wilson, please rerelease a Pro Staff 90!!!
vsbabolat
G.O.A.T.
I quite like Auxetic 2.0. I feel connected and have direct feel. Reminds of the classic HEAD feel of the 80’s and 90’s.
TennisHound
Legend
Same mold, same stiffness, but 16x19, I will gladly give them my moneyIf they keep the same mold, but stiffen it up and make it a 16x19, I will gladly give them my money
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
I didn't watch the video, but IMO the graphics are a step down from the current version.
I also like it a lot, along with the other dampening technologies from Wilson and Yonex, for example. For some of us that play every day or frequently, they are very nice.
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konstantinos kalfountzos
Hall of Fame
The video has been removed for some reason. I noticed there was a trap-door on the butt cap
pabletion
Hall of Fame
jklos
Professional
Where can you see it?
dimitri_lda
New User
I saw the video about T-Fight 2025 (now it has been removed).
Glossy white T-Fight 300 will be 100" with 320mm balance, also with the new tecnology T-Motion (or smth like that). If RA is lower than 66 and more comfortable than my 295g verson, I'll upgrade. Also want to try Ezone 100 2025. So waiting for these 2 rackets.
Glossy white T-Fight 300 will be 100" with 320mm balance, also with the new tecnology T-Motion (or smth like that). If RA is lower than 66 and more comfortable than my 295g verson, I'll upgrade. Also want to try Ezone 100 2025. So waiting for these 2 rackets.
Konik_1982
Rookie
A T-Fight 300 in 100" sounds quite interesting
Konik_1982
Rookie
In the latest video from Jonas on his Patreon he hits with the blacked out Dunlops SX 300 & 300 tour...no huge judgements from him so far, definitely not in a negative way but honestly...is there a demand for these 2 frames? I don´t mean it in a bad way but I haven´t met anyone who plays with these, some people are not even aware of the SX line whatsoever.
Any of you guys are interested in the SX update?
Any of you guys are interested in the SX update?
_FrankTheTank_
Rookie
Current one is a bit to yellow-yellow (300 Tour) and the beam is slightly to thick, otherwise I would have considernd to play against similar frames for a potential switch or side-stick.
Konik_1982
Rookie
I know that this should have been a Dunlop´s reply to Babolat´s Aero line but never really made it so far.
I mean that's more down to marketing/pro players than anything to do with the racquets - i feel like only really the 500 has made any impact on people with Popyrin and Draper using the PJ - especially when Aero has Alcaraz, Nadal, Rune and myriad other pros playing with it vs... Kecmanovic - i feel like ppl just aren't looking at the Dunlop
Konik_1982
Rookie
That's exactly the point - the endorsements for the SX line are lame...I can think only of Kecmanovic using it? And this is not a marketing thriller by any means. But Draper with Popyrin especially nowadays have nice visibility and the FX line might get some attention. I personally tried the standard and the tour FX 500 and they are quality frames but....they don't have the "X" factor unfortunately.
Yes you are right. When I hear Dunlop I only think of Tires.
I mean it used to be a pretty big deal until like 2010 or so - the launches of the MFil and Aerogels with Berdych/Mauresmo and quite a few other players were a pretty big deal as i recall.
Fighting phoenix
Professional
Yep, and James Blake. A long steady decline from when the Max 200G was the cream of the crop back in the 80s. Their current racquets are great though, especially the new FX line - SX needs a refresh, and CX is getting better if not for their weird low swingweight issues.
well going by the FX and CX it will be all yellow a bit like the Head Extreme
atatu
Legend
Just say NO to celery sticks.
Prestiges should be around this time in 2025, they are due and Head run like clockwork
mpournaras
Hall of Fame
The new radical is ORANGE as hell.
Salmon orange mix kind of like Cocos Boom. I wonder if this is an alternate and there will be a more toned down version or if this is what they’ll all look like
Salmon orange mix kind of like Cocos Boom. I wonder if this is an alternate and there will be a more toned down version or if this is what they’ll all look like
