**TFlight 320 16X20 Review**

[jdeloach]

Tecnifibre TFight 320 16X20 Review​

Design 9.5/10

Tecnifibre can really make a nice looking racquet, and the 320 is no exception. The paint quality and color scheme is by far one of the nicest among new racquets. The beautiful black and red really allows the white letters to stand out. The grip is the only thing that kept this racquet from receiving a perfect score. I, personally, am not a fan of the red grip. It is a different shade than the red on the frame. The grip does, however, serve as a nice base for a Yonex SuperGrap overgrip. The white looks amazing!!

Overall: Definitely a eye catching racquet that plays as comfortably as it looks. Tecnifibre needs to keep the same paint scheme on future releases, but think about a white or black grip.

Groundstrokes 7.5/10

This racquet is very comfortable on forehands, but lacks the "POP" that I was expecting. I feel like I am getting less than I put in on my swings. I am able to generate adequate spin, and create some amazing angles to make up for the lack of depth.
My backhands are very nice. The spin is incredible, one of the best of racquets I have tried in this department. Being 10pts HL, I am able to really whip my one-handed backhands. The 320 has really boosted my confidence on backhands.

Overall: I feel that with some lead-tape, this racquet could be an amazing "all-court" racquet. At a weight of under 12oz, there is plenty room for tweaking.

Serves 8/10

My first serves are struggling with the TFight 320. My pace has dropped noticeably, and my opponents have started taking advantage. On the other hand, my confidence in my second serve has increased dramatically!! The spin on my "Kickers" is amazing. I am getting some serious height on the bounce. I have actually started using kickserves first, to avoid being crushed on the return of my weak first serve.

Overall: It really needs something to make it a serious serving weapon. I believe some lead-tape could be a start.

Volleys 9/10

Definitely one of this racquets strongest areas. The 10pts HL make it incredibly maneuverable at the net. The TFight is surprisingly stable, despite the lack of weight of others from Tecnifibre. I absolutely love the 320 while playing serve and volley tennis. Really has a nice "old-school" feel.

Overall: Highly recommend this racquet to anyone who likes to make their way to the net often.

Total 8.5/10

Final Thoughts: The Tecnifibre TFight 320 is definitely a racquet all serious players should take a look at. I believe, with the quality racquets they are putting out, Tecnifibre is here to stay! Now to add some lead-tape to better my forehands and serves without ruining the racquets amazing play at the net.....could be interesting.

 

[vkartikv]

Any comments on its stiffness? I found both the 16 and 18 mains versions to be pretty stiff on my backhand slices, don't know if has anything to do with the material. Very nice headshape though, almost perfect for everything.

 

[IT WAS IN!!!]

i personally hated this racquet i was getting so much static on every shot the feel was horrendous

 

[TonyB]

Thanks for the review.

One comment that I have: Forget about adding lead tape. Just get the TF335 16x20. Ample power, outstanding spin, and plenty of pace on serves. Yes, it's 15g heavier, but the HL balance and low swingweight make it seem lighter. My serves with the TF335 16x20 are the same or better (pace and spin) than any other racquet I've hit with.

At the net, you don't even notice the 15 grams. My reaction volleys with the TF335 at 350 grams (strung) are just about the same as they were when I used a Slazenger X1 at 338 grams (strung). Yes, you could probably split hairs and say that it's not as maneuverable "on paper," but when it comes down to actual match play, the differences are negligible.

 

[jdeloach]

i personally hated this racquet i was getting so much static on every shot the feel was horrendous

It really does have a little more static than my favorite racquet of all time.....the RDS!!

 

[jdeloach]

Is there any way to edit my misspelled word in the Thread title? I meant to type TFight instead of TFlight.

 

[jdeloach]

TF320 Pictures added!!

 

[Chauvalito]

Can someone comment on the difference between the string patterns? I demoed the 16x20, and the string patter appeared almost as dense as my 18x20, Volkl C7.

 

[jdeloach]

Can someone comment on the difference between the string patterns? I demoed the 16x20, and the string patter appeared almost as dense as my 18x20, Volkl C7.

I hit with the 18X20 for about 2 hours, and found the spin noticeably less than the 16X20. There was a little bit more control, but I felt that the 16X20 offered the POP and the spin that I was looking for.

 

[Chauvalito]

Thanks for the comments. We are on the verge of ordering a couple right now...but we have a few to playtest yet (pures storm, rds 002, mSpeed and so on).

I just bought 2 m-fil 200 2006's, which according to my comparisons are made from the same mold as the t-fight 320, 335. If you get a chance, you should compare them. There is no frame difference whatsoever. The weight of course is different, stiffness is nearly the same according to TW specs.

 

[DrewB]

Hello jdeloach.

Wondering if you are still playing the tfight 320. Seems from other threads that the 002 has been taking up a lot of your attention. If you are still playing the tfight, I'd be curious to know what your string setup is, particularly with regard to tension. Maybe you could give us a brief history of what tensions you've tried with this stick.

Thanks.

 

[jdeloach]

Hello jdeloach.

Wondering if you are still playing the tfight 320. Seems from other threads that the 002 has been taking up a lot of your attention. If you are still playing the tfight, I'd be curious to know what your string setup is, particularly with regard to tension. Maybe you could give us a brief history of what tensions you've tried with this stick.

Thanks.

Hey Drew,
I actually still play with them the most. I have tried 60lbs, 62lbs, and have settled at 57lbs. Right now it is strung with X-One Biphase 17g. Pretty soon it will be strung with Kirshbaum Touch Turbo on mains and Kirschbaum Touch Multifibre on crosses.

 

[johnathan smith]

Hello jdeloach.

Wondering if you are still playing the tfight 320. Seems from other threads that the 002 has been taking up a lot of your attention. If you are still playing the tfight, I'd be curious to know what your string setup is, particularly with regard to tension. Maybe you could give us a brief history of what tensions you've tried with this stick.

Thanks.

The 320.
is a very solid/stable frame, yet is relatively unheavy.
Email me if looking for a couple for a nice price.
jwhtennis777@yahoo.com

 

[DrewB]

Funny, from your pics above, X1 is what I was guessing. It shows that distinct banded pattern.

Thanks for the info. That helps. I've been a little confused on what I've read about tension for the 320. Some (not TW) distributors list the tension range as 49-57. Anyhow, I'm considering one up, probably with something like TF's multifeel 17 at 55lbs.

Thanks again.

By the way, you really do nice service to the forum community with your reviews and comparative rankings. I enjoy and learn something from them at least.

 

[jdeloach]

Funny, from your pics above, X1 is what I was guessing. It shows that distinct banded pattern.

Thanks for the info. That helps. I've been a little confused on what I've read about tension for the 320. Some (not TW) distributors list the tension range as 49-57. Anyhow, I'm considering one up, probably with something like TF's multifeel 17 at 55lbs.

Thanks again.

By the way, you really do nice service to the forum community with your reviews and comparative rankings. I enjoy and learn something from them at least.

Thanks Drew, that means a lot. Please let me know how you like the setup after you try it.

 

[DrewB]

... Please let me know how you like the setup after you try it.

I've been using my new 320 16x20 with TF Multifeel 17 at 52lbs while taking group doubles lessons. Thought the variety of drills and workouts would be a decent way to evaluate the racquet over time since I know that I'm susceptible to the honeymoon effect.

Couple observations.

Groundstokes are as you described. Placement was very good, depth not so much. Would like to try gut to see if it would help out in the "pop" department. I've been using the Multifeel strings in my standard racquets for outdoor/foggy weather play and I really like them - great durability and soft pocketing feel (for a synthetic). The grip is a little short for my 2hbh, but it works. I like the squarish shape.

Serves for me were great. Never felt like I've had so much control over placement as with this racquet. Had an easier time letting this racquet do the work on my serves and so generating first serve pace was not a problem for me. I have a flat to mild topspin first serve.

Volley are fun. This racquet is easy to handle and move around at net. Nothing surprising to add.

For me this is a comfortable racquet. I felt the sweetspot was decent enough in size for even a non-advanced player like me to enjoy it. The comfortable feel for me is probably partly due to the strings/tension.

I'm really just experimenting here, don't know that I will switch to the 320, but I'm definitely going to continuing "playing" around with it for awhile. The 320 is about a half ounce heavier than my standard racquet but with similar in sw and balance.

Last note - I was very impressed that it came with a spare grommet strip set. Maybe that's not unusual, don't know.

 

[Jackson Heights]

Light TFs

Are there any Tecnifibre rackets that weigh under 11.6 ounces and have a swingweight under 325 that are good? I don't want a racket that is too heavy. By good I mean good feel and control and spin, yet enough power for someone who is 4.0

 

[gn8]

Are there any Tecnifibre rackets that weigh under 11.6 ounces and have a swingweight under 325 that are good? I don't want a racket that is too heavy. By good I mean good feel and control and spin, yet enough power for someone who is 4.0

The TFlash 310 fits your request exactly. I have a demo and have been using it to feed balls to high schoolers.
I really like it, although for match play I am trying out the TFight 335.
I have the 16x19 version of the 310, but an 18x20 is available also.
Give it a demo, I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.

 

[Jackson Heights]

T Flash 310

The TFlash 310 fits your request exactly. I have a demo and have been using it to feed balls to high schoolers.
I really like it, although for match play I am trying out the TFight 335.
I have the 16x19 version of the 310, but an 18x20 is available also.
Give it a demo, I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.

Thanks. The specs of the T Flash 310 (both versions) and the TW description sound pretty good for me. My only concern is the fact that TW described both versions of the T Flash 310 as having a power level of "medium". I generally prefer the rackets they describe as having a "low-medium" power level. Unless they made a mistake in this category and it really is "low-medium".

 

[gn8]

Well it does have a fair amount of pop. It does have decent control as well.
That's why I like it for feeding, you don't have to fully swing through it all the way.
But I think I have it strung at the lower end of the range. I don't remember.
Maybe you should demo the 18x20 version.
And if you get one string it tighter. Tough call?

 

[saqdeez]

Can you compare the 320's power to rds 001 MP or Pure storm? I found the rds 001 mp very low powered, with the PS having a lot of power. Im looking for something in between!!

 

[Balboam]

Tfight 335 (16 x20) vs Tfight 320 (16 x20)

HI maybe you can help me out. I'm a 4.0 (mostly doubles) player whos' biggest weapon is my serve. I have a decent forehand but I tend to hit hard,flat and usually out. My biggest weakness is my one handed backhand and my return of serves. I love the net and have great volleys.
I am currently playing with the Babolot Pure Drive Roddrick (std) which serves me well, no pun intended, but is a weakness at the net. I want to demo one of the Tfight rackets but I would like some advise or direction as to which would serve me better, the heavier Tfight 335 or the lighter Tfight 320 I know I should demo both but I would appreciate what the differneces are and which you think would suit my game better.

Thanks

 

[neverstopplaying]

HI maybe you can help me out. I'm a 4.0 (mostly doubles) player whos' biggest weapon is my serve. I have a decent forehand but I tend to hit hard,flat and usually out. My biggest weakness is my one handed backhand and my return of serves. I love the net and have great volleys.

Thanks

Balboam, welsome to TT. The TF 335 will provide a bigger serve (your weapon), is great for 1hbh and will be more stable and safer for your arm if your return game is not too good. It is great at the net (for me) - but heavier. The TF320 should be a little quicker at the net and you won't tire as much (if this is a problem).

As most memebers say, best option is always to demo both if possible.

 

[iplaybetter]

i could not agree more, the 335 is amazing for a 1hb, serves, forehand basically everything

 

[Fedace]

I hear that the 18X20 string pattern racket of this version is much better and performs much better from the ground as well as net. Is that true?

 

[BOZO]

Thank you for the review. Do you any idea for T-Fight 315 18x20

I just got it last month. Haven't strung yet ....

 

[Gemini]

The only issue I see with choosing the 335 over the 320 is that you CAN'T turn the 335 into the 320, but you can make the 320 play more like the 335 with the strategic placement of lead tape. I'm looking at the 320 as a possible replacement for my Pro No. 1 (not M Speed). I'm trying to create something between the M-Speed PN1 and the TF 335.

 

[Ronny]

was this review done with the leather grip or stock grip?

 

[Richard Pur]

Thanks for the review.

One comment that I have: Forget about adding lead tape. Just get the TF335 16x20. Ample power, outstanding spin, and plenty of pace on serves. Yes, it's 15g heavier, but the HL balance and low swingweight make it seem lighter. My serves with the TF335 16x20 are the same or better (pace and spin) than any other racquet I've hit with.

At the net, you don't even notice the 15 grams. My reaction volleys with the TF335 at 350 grams (strung) are just about the same as they were when I used a Slazenger X1 at 338 grams (strung). Yes, you could probably split hairs and say that it's not as maneuverable "on paper," but when it comes down to actual match play, the differences are negligible.

TonyB,

I'm glad I found your post here. I just used a teammate's 335 for a little and it felt incredible. Only used it for some groundies and volleys and he had some lead on the head that probably took the swingweight to 325 or 330, too high for me. But I currently am playing with the Slaz Pro X-1 and am starting to have some problems with the stiffness and smaller sweetspot. In stock form, how does the 335 play compared to the Pro X-1? While the strings on a new racquet one tries is always a factor, the sweetspot on the 335 seemed huge compared to my Slaz, and I have mine strung up in the low 50's! Any input greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Rich

 

[ZandyMan]

I picked up a couple 320s about 2 months ago. I initially found them a little light and started playing around with some lead tape configurations. I finally settled on 2 inch strips at 12 and 3 on one side of the hoop, and 6 and 9 on the other side. The sticks weigh out to 12.2 ounces. I recently had the chance to acquire some 335s at very cheap prices so I figured I'd give them a shot. If I want to add more rackets...it will be a lot easier in the future to just get a stock 335 than to have mod the 320. Anyways...the 335s arrived this morning and I will be testing them out tonight. Will post my comparison after.

 

[ZandyMan]

I picked up a couple 320s about 2 months ago. I initially found them a little light and started playing around with some lead tape configurations. I finally settled on 2 inch strips at 12 and 3 on one side of the hoop, and 6 and 9 on the other side. The sticks weigh out to 12.2 ounces. I recently had the chance to acquire some 335s at very cheap prices so I figured I'd give them a shot. If I want to add more rackets...it will be a lot easier in the future to just get a stock 335 than to have mod the 320. Anyways...the 335s arrived this morning and I will be testing them out tonight. Will post my comparison after.

Hey guys,

So I just got home from hitting with my new 335s for about 2 hours. I gotta say...they were just too heavy for me. If your timing is off at all...the ball is gonna fly in the wrong direction. I believe the 335 is listed at 12.4 ounces...that is only .2 ounces heavier than my 320s. However, they felt a lot closer to 13 ounces. When I made contact right in the sweet spot it did feel pretty amazing...especially on overheads and volleys. That said, I just think it took to much work and energy to really take advantage of this stick's abilities. For those of you who like a heavier racket though...this might be right up your alley. If any of you are interested in acquiring these I will let them go cheap...or trade straight up for a 320.

You can email me at admin@TheRandomSchmooze.com

 

[gapchong]

I just came back from hitting with the TF 335s, and find them to be really nice, nothing spectacular as have been noted, but I guess that is what makes the stick nice and predictable.

Zandyman, I just send you an email about the 335s.