TECNIFIBRE ICE CODE
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408tennisguy
Semi-Pro
im using the older phantom pro 100 16x18, I bought some ice code from the last happy hour special.
I used 16g ice code on the mains, and 17g ice code on the cross. I went with 47lbs all around. After logging about 15 hours on it, here are my thoughts:
Exceptional ball pocketing-it felt as if the ball velocity off the stringbed rewarded me with the same energy that i put into the swing.
High level of Control and predictability- From the serves to the ground strokes, the touch drop shots, the control was all there. The ball placement was spot on where i wanted the ball to go, with either slow or fast strokes.
Spin-less spin than most textured polys, so i would say about average spin production in an open string pattern. Using 17g in the cross probably helped a bit in the spin department.
Tension maintenance: This is where the string really shines. This has to be one of the most consistent playing polys I have ever used. After the initial drop off after the first outing,the tension felt consistent up until now, and i have about 50%left on my main strings which i estimate I will snap the strings within the next 15 hours.
The string is also very arm friendly. no elbow issues at all.
Overall if Technifibre made a textured version of Ice code, I might be all over it. Im not sure if i would fully commit to switching over (because of the higher cost)but I would rank this as one of my top 5 favorite polys. Im a 4.5 usta ranked player
I used 16g ice code on the mains, and 17g ice code on the cross. I went with 47lbs all around. After logging about 15 hours on it, here are my thoughts:
Exceptional ball pocketing-it felt as if the ball velocity off the stringbed rewarded me with the same energy that i put into the swing.
High level of Control and predictability- From the serves to the ground strokes, the touch drop shots, the control was all there. The ball placement was spot on where i wanted the ball to go, with either slow or fast strokes.
Spin-less spin than most textured polys, so i would say about average spin production in an open string pattern. Using 17g in the cross probably helped a bit in the spin department.
Tension maintenance: This is where the string really shines. This has to be one of the most consistent playing polys I have ever used. After the initial drop off after the first outing,the tension felt consistent up until now, and i have about 50%left on my main strings which i estimate I will snap the strings within the next 15 hours.
The string is also very arm friendly. no elbow issues at all.
Overall if Technifibre made a textured version of Ice code, I might be all over it. Im not sure if i would fully commit to switching over (because of the higher cost)but I would rank this as one of my top 5 favorite polys. Im a 4.5 usta ranked player
had issues with solinco TB and hyper g but no issues with ice code
taydbear7
Professional
No issues with Ice Code.
soulfree914
Rookie
Ice code has become one of my favorite strings. It's controlled but also explosive when you string it lower (52 lbs or less on an open pattern racquet) and utilize the good pocketing that it has. Not sure how and why, but it also lasts very long for me, probably the longest "playability" duration that I've experienced so far. Other strings that I like are Hyper-G and YPTP 17. Hyper-G to me is great until the edges start to wear off a bit. I think Ice code has some similar characteristics to YPTP in terms of being round and comfortable, but I would say Ice code is firmer (yet still has access to power) while YPTP is livelier (yet still crisp and controlled).
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Stonefield
Rookie
Hi,
Iam tempted to try Ice Code 1,25. Can anyone compare this string to Weiss Cannon Scorpion 1,22 and Weiss Cannon Ultra Cable 1,23 ?
Besides playability I am also curious which one is the most durable? I dont want to restring every 2 days, so I am looking for a playable but also durable poly which is not too hard on the arm.
Maybe Michelle could answer this as you seem to like Ice Code a lot?
Many thanks.
Iam tempted to try Ice Code 1,25. Can anyone compare this string to Weiss Cannon Scorpion 1,22 and Weiss Cannon Ultra Cable 1,23 ?
Besides playability I am also curious which one is the most durable? I dont want to restring every 2 days, so I am looking for a playable but also durable poly which is not too hard on the arm.
Maybe Michelle could answer this as you seem to like Ice Code a lot?
Many thanks.
ron schaap
Hall of Fame
it absolutely does not make any sense te compare round strings with super sharp square strings like UC. Furthermore there is a whole thread dedicated with comparison Scorpion with ice code. If it is a small difference than clearly scorpion is the clear winner because it is a lot cheaper.
Stonefield
Rookie
can you please direct me to that thread ? I am really only considering Scorpion and Ice Code. Do you have feedback on the Scorpion ? I heard it plays like Silverstring (which I used to play) but slightly more power. Is it quite durable in the 1,22 mm version? Thanks..
ron schaap
Hall of Fame
ah i see you yourself started the other.thread but nobody replyed, yet. So you have to wait. no i ve no experience with scorpion 1.22 only with UC which is very stiff, very durable, very low powered but very good spin ofcourse but not more than Msv hex 1.27 i think.
1HBHfanatic
Legend
-weiscannon.scorpion is an older(10-15yrs) power poly!!, there are provably several out now that are similar and better, with better tension maintenance (look at isospeed cream, head lynx, luxilon smart)
-tecnifibre.ice code is a new generation string and very good/nice IMO, for a round slick power poly
-im not sure if i like the price of the ice.code, but its a nice, lively, stable, new gen. poly
Stonefield
Rookie
Thanks. I playtested Weiss Cannon Scorpion last night and it played really well. I string at at low tension though (40lbs), the only concern I have is that it will not last very long, after 6hs or so it will not be controlled enough anymore. Thats why I am considering Ice Code, as it is meant to be similar but more durable in the 17 Gauge version. Is that the case? I also heard that playing a flexible racket like Volkl C10 Pro, it is useful to put a stiffer string in like Ice Code to get the best of both of worlds. Scorpion felt pretty soft. As I play a very control oriented racket, I am looking for a poly with good pop but also good durability. So looking at those 2 factors, would Ice Code be the better option? Many thanks and greetings from Europe.
Stonefield
Rookie
If Scorpion 1,22 would be durable and keep the tension, it would def. my favourite. Plays much better than Silverstring. Seems to do everything well above average. It is soft but still very powerful. Is this string a durable string? I keep reading that Weiss Cannon strings are very durable as long as you string them low.
1HBHfanatic
Legend
@Stonefield
-i like 17g (1.25mm) strings, anything less gets stressed/stretched ,"too much" for my game/racquets/time
-i would put my money on t.ice-code, for longer period of time on racquet
-i would choose the w.scorpion, for the cost of the string
-as for the feel of the string on racquet, you would be a better judge of that!, not everyone likes the same feel
-i like 17g (1.25mm) strings, anything less gets stressed/stretched ,"too much" for my game/racquets/time
-i would put my money on t.ice-code, for longer period of time on racquet
-i would choose the w.scorpion, for the cost of the string
-as for the feel of the string on racquet, you would be a better judge of that!, not everyone likes the same feel
Stonefield
Rookie
I am not really a string breaker. My Volkl is 16/19 but still quite dense, so I hope the WC Scorpion will last in there a little longer than the Silverstring. It seemed the Silverstring when strung loose went dead after like 8hs of play, there was no snapback anymore. I feel the Scorpion is more slick, so it might stay in place longer. If that is not the case, I will try the Ice Code. I just like the feeling of dwell time and pocketing a lot in a polyester without it being too soft of course. Heard the Ice Code is more boardy than the Scorpion and the Scorpion is firmer than Silverstring, so the Scorpion might be the best compromise for me..Thanks a lot!
Stonefield
Rookie
@ 1HBHfanatic
as you seem to have used Ice Code, is it stiff or boardy feeling? I know feeling is personal, but I am not a fan of boardy stringbeds, rather looking for some sort of pocketing and dwell. If I use Ice Code at around 40 pounds, this might be the trick for me.. and is Ice Code really more powerful than other polys or as powerful as Tecnifibre claims it is ? Thanks.
as you seem to have used Ice Code, is it stiff or boardy feeling? I know feeling is personal, but I am not a fan of boardy stringbeds, rather looking for some sort of pocketing and dwell. If I use Ice Code at around 40 pounds, this might be the trick for me.. and is Ice Code really more powerful than other polys or as powerful as Tecnifibre claims it is ? Thanks.
I've used Ice Code a fair number of times, there is definitely a pocketing and dwelling feel at mid/low tensions which is one of the reasons why I liked using it. It is a muted string, so it might not necessarily feel stiff, but the string is indeed stiff, and it plays like a stiff string. And although it may not feel stiff when playing, if you are sensitive to stiff polyester strings there is a decent chance you will feel it afterwards. If you are not a string breaker and you're looking to get more mileage compared to Silverstring, Ice Code is very likely to stay playable for longer and probably until it breaks. I'd also say it's slightly above average in power, but I've never used it at 40 pounds so I can't say for certain how powerful it will play at that tension. But if pop and durability are your main criteria, I'd say it's worth trying out.
Stonefield
Rookie
Thanks. How would you compare Ice Code to Silverstring? I am also considering WC Scorpion, do you have any experience with that string? Will playtest Ice Code soon. Cheers
PlayBrave
Rookie
Hey @soulfree914 are you still liking Ice Code? I have used YPTP a fair bit over the years. 17g mainly but 16g more recently to reduce the pop a little (and I also used the 16g as a cross with gut mains this summer). I am about to buy another reel of YPTP 17 (need more pop in the Winter) and thought I'd buy a couple of sets of Ice Code 17g to test/compare.
time_fly
Hall of Fame
In another thread @Tecnifibre Official told us that Razor Code White is a lot like Ice Code but with less power and more control. So it seems like if you generally like the feel of Ice Code but find it too lively then there is a more controlled option.
Nostradamus
Bionic Poster
which give more spin ? Ice code or black code 4S ?
spinnerrobert
New User
How to find out if this string is not a "Counterfeit" on a reel?
Nostradamus
Bionic Poster
Can you guys help me understand here ?? Ice code got one of the HIghest score in TW testers for Spin,, which is 92. now this is bit hard to believe for round string. and spin string like 4S actually got lower score... ??
Tecnifibre Ice Code 18/1.20 String Review - Tennis Warehouse (tennis-warehouse.com)
Tecnifibre Ice Code 18/1.20 String Review - Tennis Warehouse (tennis-warehouse.com)
The trick is to hybrid 4s / Ice-code if you want a lot of spin. Ice-code is very slippery and works well as a cross string together with everything I tested.
4S is available in 3 gauges and the 1.25 will give you the most spin in my experience. The 1.30 comes next and 1.20 gives you less spin than the other two for some unknown reason.
The relative spin numbers in the string database match my experience.
Aestheticsaboveallelse
Legend
Ultra cable proves stiffness isnt the same as softness cause everyone thinks its super stiff even though it has a very low stiffness rating
Tallicaman
New User
So I tried it in my Prestige Tour 360+ at 24/23 and it is soft string with trampoline effect. Spin was nice but when tried to hit the spinny shot I overhitted. So in my experience it likes direct hits much more. Maybe I will try it on much higher tension or as a cross string to soften the string bed. It has really low friction. It is a lot softer than Solinco strings which gave me pain in my wrist. No pain with this string.
Tallicaman
New User
What tension do you use?
21kg
Aestheticsaboveallelse
Legend
Speak english not foreign, lbs not kgs
TennisJrDad
Professional
Really hope you're kidding.....
Aestheticsaboveallelse
Legend
I'm half kidding... kg is too large of a measurement lbs is more precise and meaningful, but also im just messing around
Wake up basically the whole world uses the metric system!!
Only the US, Liberia and Myanmar uses your crap précise system
Aestheticsaboveallelse
Legend
But the US is the best country in the world #1 so what it uses is what matters.
Aestheticsaboveallelse
Legend
Cassperrr the friendly ghost!
valentino_ua
New User
No, on TW string data base Ice has lower spin then 4s or RC soft.
valentino_ua
New User
it is the best in many things but not in tennis
Tried again Ice Code 120 in my Gravity MP at 22kg... this string is really amazing!! And tension loss is really minimal for such a comfortable poly.
It's firm yet powerful and fits well in such a flexible frame
Definitely my top 3 round poly along with Top Spin Cyber Blue and Hawk Power
It's firm yet powerful and fits well in such a flexible frame
Definitely my top 3 round poly along with Top Spin Cyber Blue and Hawk Power
I find it more powerful than the average monofilament? And how do you notice the spin generation?
Yes definitely a bit more powerful... especially since the tension loss is low I use it at 22kg on a 100 frame... (and the 120 gauge) so yes definitely powerful
Spin is maybe the weak point but not worse than another round poly. Ice Code is very slick so snapback is excellent. but it won't "grab" the ball like a squared poly... however it's more predictable!
valentino_ua
New User
I have a 10-15% tension loss on RC 1.25 will Ice Code be lower?
62 flex is considered flexible? My TF40 has 64 I thought it’s not flexible as most stuff is 66-67.
Is Ice Code more comfortable then RC? I have no issues with elbow, but a bit of pain in the shoulder. I guess because of serve. Will I loose a lot of control if switch from RC to IC?
valentino_ua
New User
RC = Razor Code
