Review: Tecnifibre TFight 320 VO2 Max

I have hit with this racquet and it is amazing! I had no problems with control or power.

I was wondering if anybody has tried putting lead tape on the 320s to see how it affects it. I am expecially curious if anybody has used the polarization method and how that has worked out for them.
 
Well sadly, I have to sell this stick go to save some cash. I loved it, but at the end of the day, it is too light and needs poly strung tight to tame it's power.

After hours of play and getting a sore arm I realized that I really HATE poly..lol. It dies really quickly and feels like crap. I grew up hitting with nat and synthetic gut, so the poly just feels too harsh. Plus, I didnt find poly to be that much more durable then a multi.

I lift a lot of weights and am a pretty strong guy and I just can't get used to sticks that are this light. Even though I use modern strokes, I prefer a classic racquet. If you like a modern racquet, this is the best I have hit with, and I have demod a lot of them. The spin and control is awesome. But I play better with a racquet that is less forgiving and forces me to focus on my game more. This stick will let you get away with a lot, which is cool, but not for me.

Anyway, I will be posting mine for sale in a few days. It was a fun ride, but my arm will be better in the long run.
 
Power Player said:
Well sadly, I have to sell this stick go to save some cash. I loved it, but at the end of the day, it is too light and needs poly strung tight to tame it's power.

After hours of play and getting a sore arm I realized that I really HATE poly..lol. It dies really quickly and feels like crap. I grew up hitting with nat and synthetic gut, so the poly just feels too harsh. Plus, I didnt find poly to be that much more durable then a multi.

I lift a lot of weights and am a pretty strong guy and I just can't get used to sticks that are this light. Even though I use modern strokes, I prefer a classic racquet. If you like a modern racquet, this is the best I have hit with, and I have demod a lot of them. The spin and control is awesome. But I play better with a racquet that is less forgiving and forces me to focus on my game more. This stick will let you get away with a lot, which is cool, but not for me.

Anyway, I will be posting mine for sale in a few days. It was a fun ride, but my arm will be better in the long run.
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Sad to hear bud, you had a good run with it. Think you could drop me an email at zidane339@aol.com about the 320? Want to really give another shot at it, was a great stick. Thanks
 
tennisnut16 said:
I found the racquet to not be overpowered, IMO. Is it because your game styles are hitting a flat ball and your shots are sailing long?
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I just use a long swing, western grip and I don't like poly strings. This is a stick that needs poly to keep it under control, and I prefer sticks that are a bit heavier and can be strung with a multi.

I will miss the insane spin I got with it, but I can get close enough with other sticks.
 
still have 2 of these VO2 320's for sale both are 5/8 grip and both are in great condition. text me if ur interested. 419-357-2494
 
So I've been offered a contract with Tecnifibre, and I was looking at the difference between the T-Fight 325 and the 320. Has anyone played with both?
 
Power Player said:
I just use a long swing, western grip and I don't like poly strings. This is a stick that needs poly to keep it under control, and I prefer sticks that are a bit heavier and can be strung with a multi.

I will miss the insane spin I got with it, but I can get close enough with other sticks.
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How did you find the control on the stick? I generate most of my own power, so I need more control.
 
tennisnut16 said:
How did you find the control on the stick? I generate most of my own power, so I need more control.
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I used poly. But I don't like poly so I am selling this stick. So far I prefer the APDC because it has less power and I can use a multi. The V02 is a beast though..amazing if you use poly.
 
nickynu said:
Yes and I am selling 1 (or 2 if you want)of the old 335 16x 20 in the for sale section 9.4 condition easily, grip 4&3/8ths - so they are available still
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Did you sell it? I have one of the same exact stick available that I am looking to move also.
 
Is the stick comfortable for the arm? There was mention of a sore arm after playing with it but is it the stick or the poly strings?
 
Sadow said:
Is the stick comfortable for the arm? There was mention of a sore arm after playing with it but is it the stick or the poly strings?
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Tough call man. I would say full poly over 55# could have been the culprit. The stick has a lot of power, even if you hit with topspin like me. A lot of posters have said this. Try a hybrid or full soft poly with low tension and see if you can control the racquet that way. I ended up with the APDC because I liked the feel of it and it had a little less power. The 320 is an awesome stick for the modern game too though. You will like it if you are a topspin hitter.
 
I got the stick :)

Just wondering, does anyone else feel that off center shots are a little unstable? Think that some lead on 3 and 9 would be good?
 
I have three of these sticks. Switched from the APDC, looking for something with a small head for control of my 1HBH, yet retain some of the beautiful topspin the APDC helped produce.

Maybe I should write a review
 
nickynu said:
Yes and I am selling 1 (or 2 if you want)of the old 335 16x 20 in the for sale section 9.4 condition easily, grip 4&3/8ths - so they are available still
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Nick, did you just buy some old 320s(?) off the board? I think my friend sold them to you. Just curious thats all.
 
Sup2Dresq said:
I have three of these sticks. Switched from the APDC, looking for something with a small head for control of my 1HBH, yet retain some of the beautiful topspin the APDC helped produce.

Maybe I should write a review
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Def do so! Would love to read a review from you.
 
Based on this thread, and other posts on this message board, I decided to demo the 320 VO2. My impressions were different from most of the experiences in this thread:

I'm a 24 year old 4.0 singles player in USTA NYC leagues using POG mids, strung with Gosen Polyon and Head Rip Control 17g, at 54/57 lbs respectively (more often than not, I'll use whatever cross string is available)

The 320 was surprisingly comfortable and had good access to power when needed. Similar to what another poster mentioned, it's not like Pure Drive power where the power is always there, but it's there if you really put the oomph into it. It "tops out" at a higher level than the POG. Maybe because of this extra oomph, I had alot more trouble going for my shots. The power wasn't really consistent---it wasn't linear, maybe more exponential with regard to how hard I swung. I also had some problems coming over the top of high balls. I noticed that I was pronating late. I'll chalk that up to the difference in balance from my POG.

It served well, volleyed well, but I wasn't hitting the corners like I usually do with my POGs. The extra spin was welcome, but the tradeoff was the confidence I usually have in finishing points on short balls.

Granted, I only played with it for 3 hours, and I don't really like the Head-like grip shape, I guess I'm just not a fan, especially after the high expectation that this thread generated.
 
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