ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
That’s how I heard it.
They apparently changed the balance on the 300 so I’m expecting the same for the 305.
Cosmetic looks quite nice. TF really needs to change their grip shape
New Technifibre T-Fight 2025
- Thread starter TysonMcMuffin
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They apparently changed the balance on the 300 so I’m expecting the same for the 305.
Cosmetic looks quite nice. TF really needs to change their grip shape
pabletion
Hall of Fame
Its an addition. It actually replaces the 295 (which was also a 100 sq in racquet).
TFight 300 98 still very much alive.
leojramirez
Rookie
Very uninspiring paintjob but thats good, makes it easier to stick with the current lineup.
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
I like that clean white cosmetic with the blue logos mixed in.
You nailed it.
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
I think even advanced level 4.0-4.5 level players don’t use TF 305 that Carries that mass 335-340 SW. I’ve seen 5.0-5.5 level players heck played with one recently who doesn’t add any weight to their vcore 100. Hits it pretty flat for what’s a supposed “spin machine”. For his level he felt the tfight 305 was erratic. Surely racket selection is 100% subjective. And many folks enjoy the tfight 305 model. But many dislike the grip shape, grip size QC issues, and heavy SW.
I am a string and racket nerd myself. But there comes a point where players shouldn’t be looking to get “more power” from a racket versus stepping into your shots to put the ball away.
yourtennisfit
Semi-Pro
The assumption that lower level players cannot handle a medium to high swingweight, regardless of their constitution, is utterly wrong in my opinion.
The flimsy, light rackets are actually also contributing to tennis elbow and other problems, if I go by those who have this in my club.
It is almost always somebody playing a sub 300gr, 300-310 SW ish racket
Sure, it will take some getting used to it, but a heavy racket doesn't necessarily mean bad news for someone, regardless of their level
But we are so caught up in this light swingweight and soft strings theme that we don't even try other things
TysonMcMuffin
Rookie
I don’t think it’s a necessarily that they can’t handle a higher swingweight, but is it “the best” option when selling a racquet to a beginner player when there’s so many other good racquets on the market? Also Dieter Calle or DC customizing who has been featured on many of the recent Technifibre videos says that juniors should play with lighter racquets to develop racquet head speed. He’s going lighter on everybody’s swingweight specs in the vids.
This is one guys opinion but he customizes for so many pros.
TysonMcMuffin
Rookie
Rep told me RA is 67, not sure if that’s unstrung or strung
What strings were you using? ISO 305 is foam filled, low-mid RA, should be easy on the arm unless stiff strings or wrong technique used.
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
I was going to try a Speed MP and Blade 100 (coming from a Blade 98) or a little more forgiveness and easier power. I may just have o wait for this new 300 from TF.
I don't see any new tech here- Do you know anything else?New range of Tecnifibre ISO racquets::
dr. godmode
Hall of Fame
pretty stoked for this bad boy
Tan Tennis
Rookie
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However, people soon realize that it’s way too demanding for their level of play, even for advance level players and athletes they decided to go with something else like Ezone 98 or Blade 98, etc. after some times. Beginners and intermediates I would say 80% or more gave up on it, trade this out, and find other rackets.
I think what @TysonMcMuffin say is accurate. As someone who runs shop, I wouldn’t recommend high SW racket for non-advanced level players, unless they already settled for it. You can say it’s an opinion but it is based on actual stats and feedbacks from customers. Of course they can play with it. But is it the best options for them? I wouldn’t say so. And I’m being completely honest here as I like the Tfight 305 so much I almost switched to it but nah.
Lowering SW on this thing, it’s gonna be one of the best selling 98 on the market. I’m certain about that.
Let me share experience at my shop and my partner shops. Tfight 305 sells pretty good here in the first place because of good reviews on it and all white looks, as well as being a high performance racket.
However, people soon realize that it’s way too demanding for their level of play, even for advance level players and athletes they decided to go with something else like Ezone 98 or Blade 98, etc. after some times. Beginners and intermediates I would say 80% or more gave up on it, trade this out, and find other rackets.
I think what @TysonMcMuffin say is accurate. As someone who runs shop, I wouldn’t recommend high SW racket for non-advanced level players, unless they already settled for it. You can say it’s an opinion but it is based on actual stats and feedbacks from customers. Of course they can play with it. But is it the best options for them? I wouldn’t say so. And I’m being completely honest here as I like the Tfight 305 so much I almost switched to it but nah.
Lowering SW on this thing, it’s gonna be one of the best selling 98 on the market. I’m certain about that.
Chekmygrip
New User
I've only have the 305 on hand. I'll test the 285 later this week.
ISO 305 unstrung static weight, of the singlar piece on hand, is 304g. Unstrung sw 288. Flex - no idea, but it's definitely softer than the current 305 (I have owned over 20 of these).
It's a lot faster than the current model. And almost as much power and plow. Huge, prestige-like, pocketing. Due to the plush feel and similar stability, the new model feels a lot more solid.
Looks like they have lowered the SW on the new 305 for sure. 288SW unstrung should open up loads more customisation probabilities.
Chekmygrip
New User
Grip shape appears to be unchanged.
1cm balance difference is easy to address with tungston weight on handle under the grip on outgoing model.
Static weight is also similar.
The major difference is the SW at 5-10 lower on new ISO 305 on average looks like. This will be an interesting racket to demo.
Glad to see 18x19 pattern continues to live!
Static weight is also similar.
The major difference is the SW at 5-10 lower on new ISO 305 on average looks like. This will be an interesting racket to demo.
Glad to see 18x19 pattern continues to live!
Federerkblade
Hall of Fame
So definitely bigger sweetspot and reduced stiffness for the 305 ?
leojramirez
Rookie
I find that stiffness is key in playability for me and I've only come to the realisation after trying out TF frames coming from a few low stiffness frames since I was always looking out for comfort.
Even though the tfight 300 is very comfortable for its stiffness and is a great compromise, I was feeling so good with the iga tempo but it did bother my elbow a bit which is normal as I had full blown TE last year. I add around 6 grams of lead in the handle and 2g at 12 obviously as 298/300g is too low.
Even though the tfight 300 is very comfortable for its stiffness and is a great compromise, I was feeling so good with the iga tempo but it did bother my elbow a bit which is normal as I had full blown TE last year. I add around 6 grams of lead in the handle and 2g at 12 obviously as 298/300g is too low.
Chekmygrip
New User
Reduced stiffness.
The sweetspot remains large, but overall smaller than the current version. However, the feel and responsiveness is superior - you get a much better sense of the ball and where it's heading.
Federerkblade
Hall of Fame
Smaller than current version ? The card says bigger no ?
The current version you had a good sense of where it was going anyway as it was point and shoot ?
JFrijhoff
Rookie
Probably marketing lingo to say that those technologies give a larger sweetspot in general, not really compared to the previous version.
Decreased swingweight will make it more accessible, but hope it'll stay as special to play with as it is now with its balance and swingweight. I've read, and find myself, that it plays better when not tampering with the balance, e.g. by adding a leather grip. Definitely interested in trying it though!
_FrankTheTank_
Rookie
Interesting. I wanted to try TF rackets and bought a used TFight 300 which is overspec and less HL. On shadow swings it was lighting quick on the forehand. For my OHBH I tend for more HL setuos so I added a leather grip and it seemed to feel much slower. Removed it and added some tungsten tape at the but cap. Felt a bit better again, will see on court this weekend.
JFrijhoff
Rookie
There are definitely differences between the different weight-models, the 305 being the most demanding due to the head-heavy balance and high swingweight. The 300 version in stock form is a bit more headlight than the 305, so maybe the balance for your racket ended up similar to the 305. The 300 however is also ~18 points lower in swingweight (when on spec).
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
This is spot on @Tan Tennis.
There’s a 5.0 player in my ladder league that stated he tried it and opted for a vcore 100 bc it felt too sluggish (iso).
I think they overdid it with the SW on the iso but it was still a top 10 racket in the market. Lowering the avg SW from 338 to 325sh isn’t going to be a bad thing at the recreational level. It should generate more sales.
Any updates on beam widths? Looking at the photo I’m guessing it is 22 or stayed at 22.5?
Well, it looks like I am going to be out $250 this January...
Federerkblade
Hall of Fame
Look forward to a review in next few weeks hopefully from the chap that reviewed it on your tube and did a comparison against so many frames
wingedeagle
Rookie
jan
Feel and responsiviness can be improved with stringbed (thinner and stiffer strings at low-med tension). But sweet spot cannot be improved IMO.
How does new ISO 305 compare in precision/control, launch angel and overall playability to outgoing model?
Tan Tennis
Rookie
It’s going down in my list!
Is the new 305 or outgoing one going down in your list?
Chekmygrip
New User
I find the new 305 has superior precision/control. which I put down to better feel and pocketing. Launch angle appeared to somewhat lower in the new 305, but I don't want to say too much, as I was not permitted to customise (other than stringing) my demo racquet to my normal specs.
I am not a reviewer, but I will say playablity for me was outstanding.
I genuinely believe that once official reviews land, this racquet will sell by the truckload - not just because of its playability, but also because of its looks. I genuinely believe this racquet sets a new performance and cosmetic benchmark for Tecnifibre.
Doublebounce
Professional
Dying to see the cosmetics of this. Anyone able to share or direct to a source?
Chekmygrip
New User
I didn't measure RA, but I agree, the new 305 plays softer than the current 305.
Chekmygrip
New User
Compared to the current 305, the new 305 throat is longer by a few mm.
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TNNSDR
Rookie
They have my money too!!
wingedeagle
Rookie
looks good , when do you get your hands on it for a play test linked to the shop
