Chris Edwards of TW switched to the 2022 Head Speed Pro a few days ago. He praised the Speed in his review but had nothing bad to say about his TF40 18x20, though I would have liked to hear his reasons why he switched.
I think you should have a category of racquets that you call “switchable” or something along those lines. Almost like a “certified fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes but “switchable” or another word for it that’s better can be your stamp of approval for a racquet being top of the line or something you could switch to as is or with little customization. Just food for thought!
Great review Jonas and agree with everything you mention. Played a couple of sets with this now, brilliant frame. Switched from a Prince Textreme Tour 100 as wanted something a tad more manoeuvrable (305g vs 310g and lower SW compared to the Prince). This is as solid / stable on impact with a similarly large sweet spot. Has a bit more feel and comfort due to slightly lower stiffness, and faster to swing through the air. Rewards fast strokes with heavy and penetrating shots, otherwise sometimes the ball can land a little short. Strung with Yonex PT Strike at 52lbs. Would love Technifibre to do a black or dark grey version of the cosmetic!
Hi Jonas thanks for the review. My question is which of the TF40 would you recommend to aggressive baseliner? The thing is that the 305 versions have higher swingweight and even though i like heavier rackets the 315 has very low swighweight so its very difficult to choose based on the specs without comparing them side by side. Looking forward to your reply.
Hi Jonas, all, this is now my favourite racket after dropping it at first because the lack of free power. Due to an injury i got back to playing multifilaments and i restrung this one with NGR2. COMPLETELY different racket now. More power but still enough control, great on serves, and amazing feel. It is my current favourite by far! Lets not forget multis are sometimes a great alternative because i might have sold this one if i had not gotten injured...
Thanks Jonas for the video. Random question, what’s the quality of the paint? As brilliant as the original was to play with the paint job left a lot to be desired. Started chipping almost immediately, unfortunately detracting from what is quite a sharp looking stick. Racquet that plays that well didn’t deserve what appeared to be such a cheap paint option.
Will you do a video with the 18x20 pattern and compare it to the old tf40. Also is the spin potential / launch angle so much more in the 16x19 version ? Can you get the same with the 18x20 by just using a spin friendly string like the hyper g and have it on a lower tension ? Thereby having still the control of the 18x20 but with more spin and higher launch angle ?
I played the 18x20 for a while and it was a good racket for me but I just couldn't get used to thet 18x20 low launch angle and even though I had high spin strings on it (Luxilon ALU Power Rough) it was still lower spin than the 16x19 version. You can't have everything but this racket for me is the best all rounder I've found. If you want to buy a good quality 305 18x20 I can sell mine...
I would say they are about the same, the string choice will be the most important factor. The lower SW of the 315 should help you not be late on the ball, which is better to avoid tennis elbow.
How do you plan on counterweighting this stick? I heard that Tecnifibre buttcaps don’t open, leaving a leather grip I guess as the only option? (This doesn’t really work for me as I suffer from a disease called got-my-mom’s-hands syndrome so I the smallest grip possible). Thanks!
If you would go through the trouble of changing the grip, you can just invest some extra minutes to take of the staples and remove the buttcap. stratch out some of the foam filling and fill the handle with silicon.
Just add lead to the handle under the replacement grip toward the end of the handle. Just wrap it around and it’s the same as throwing some putty in the buttcap.
I dont know your level/age/size, but I use the Blade 16x19 V8 with lead at 3/9 and have it counterbalanced with some lead in the handle and a leather grip and it’s second to none IMO. I’m actually about to try in an hour this racquet (Tecnifibre) in the 16/19 version and 18/20, demos I got from TE. I’ll let you know how it compares to the Blades!
@@Mewborne89please compare the type of frame, as in blade is more of an attacking frame, but you can get unstuck from a corner. however, the old tf40 18x20 was more of a grinders' frame, for holding the ball in play, blocking and counterpunching etc.
I just looked the specs in tennis warehouse and for the 315g version it says that's 8HL strung. That's a huge difference with your 3HL that you mention on the video. Could quality control be the issue?
I finally was able to hit with my new TF40 and absolutely love it. It's the 16x19 305 with Black Code strings at 48. I am going to restring my tfight 305s with the same strings and compare them, that 18x19 string pattern is interesting.
@@hameedn.b7004 I restrung the tflights and while this significantly improved the experience, I much prefer hitting with the T40. It has more power and stabillity, though both are very stable, and in some ways better control The control factor might be due to me hitting with heavier amounts of spin and feeling I can move the stick around easier and place where I want. Had I never experienced the T40, I would be happy with the tflights and new strings. In all honesty, I really love the T40, I have been hitting 4-5 times per week and the honeymoon phase is over. Serving also feels bigger with the T40.
Had both. I needed to add weight to the extreme at 3/9 but did not need to for the tf and the 2 rackets hit the same. it means I get to use the tf in stock form and give me a few more ks in my serve due to not needing lead
Mass distribution! Where's the mass placed in this racquet? Anyone moved mass to 12'? (Like stripping the paint and adding the lead to 12) to make it a spin and kick beast?
@@Tennisnerd If i am a Blade v7 16x19 user, which TF 40 will suit my game? 305 or 315? After using Blade v 7 i am already about 1 year try to find something simillar to Blade. Do you think that TF 40 have the same control like a Blade?
@@Shankar-Bhaskar It's definitely a more comfortable frame with much better feel and control as well as a better volleying racquet for sure than the Pure Strike. I counter act slightly less power (it's really not much) with lower string tension (45lbs).
@@Tennisnerd I’m I the TN group. And I would like to ask something that maybe is an unreal question. What string is the most similar to alupower in terms of feeling???
@@AlbertoSCopca For me, Yonex Poly Tour Strike, but I feel the Yonex is even better in both feel and most importantly, tension longevity. ALU dies on me after about 2-4 hours hard hitting. Strike lasts me about 10-12 hours.
Chris Edwards of TW switched to the 2022 Head Speed Pro a few days ago. He praised the Speed in his review but had nothing bad to say about his TF40 18x20, though I would have liked to hear his reasons why he switched.
dude its about marketing . stop being kids.
How do these compare to the new ezone 98?
I think you should have a category of racquets that you call “switchable” or something along those lines. Almost like a “certified fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes but “switchable” or another word for it that’s better can be your stamp of approval for a racquet being top of the line or something you could switch to as is or with little customization. Just food for thought!
Great review Jonas and agree with everything you mention. Played a couple of sets with this now, brilliant frame. Switched from a Prince Textreme Tour 100 as wanted something a tad more manoeuvrable (305g vs 310g and lower SW compared to the Prince). This is as solid / stable on impact with a similarly large sweet spot. Has a bit more feel and comfort due to slightly lower stiffness, and faster to swing through the air. Rewards fast strokes with heavy and penetrating shots, otherwise sometimes the ball can land a little short. Strung with Yonex PT Strike at 52lbs. Would love Technifibre to do a black or dark grey version of the cosmetic!
Is it comfortable with off centre shots?
Hi Jonas thanks for the review. My question is which of the TF40 would you recommend to aggressive baseliner? The thing is that the 305 versions have higher swingweight and even though i like heavier rackets the 315 has very low swighweight so its very difficult to choose based on the specs without comparing them side by side. Looking forward to your reply.
How would you compare it to the Iga 298 and Extreme Tour?
The IGA is more similar to the rs 300
Hi Jonas, all, this is now my favourite racket after dropping it at first because the lack of free power. Due to an injury i got back to playing multifilaments and i restrung this one with NGR2. COMPLETELY different racket now. More power but still enough control, great on serves, and amazing feel. It is my current favourite by far! Lets not forget multis are sometimes a great alternative because i might have sold this one if i had not gotten injured...
Played the 315 16*19 yesterday. Great first impressions! First time playing a Tecnifibre coming from Diadem Elevate 98 and Head Boom Pro.
Hi TN. You already mentioned Angell. Any thoughts on this new TF40 compared with the Angell K7 Lime?
(Haven’t found a way to playtest Angell).
Thanks Jonas for the video. Random question, what’s the quality of the paint? As brilliant as the original was to play with the paint job left a lot to be desired. Started chipping almost immediately, unfortunately detracting from what is quite a sharp looking stick. Racquet that plays that well didn’t deserve what appeared to be such a cheap paint option.
Will you do a video with the 18x20 pattern and compare it to the old tf40. Also is the spin potential / launch angle so much more in the 16x19 version ? Can you get the same with the 18x20 by just using a spin friendly string like the hyper g and have it on a lower tension ? Thereby having still the control of the 18x20 but with more spin and higher launch angle ?
I played the 18x20 for a while and it was a good racket for me but I just couldn't get used to thet 18x20 low launch angle and even though I had high spin strings on it (Luxilon ALU Power Rough) it was still lower spin than the 16x19 version. You can't have everything but this racket for me is the best all rounder I've found. If you want to buy a good quality 305 18x20 I can sell mine...
Which you like better the tf 40 or the iga tempo? For topspin with a extreme western grip which is better?
How would you compare the power level to the Gravity Pro?
Your game is really going well footwork excellent and volleying much better technique than of old
Nice video I have elbow problem, which is better for elbow problems, tf40 315 with 8pts hl or tf 40 305?
I would say they are about the same, the string choice will be the most important factor. The lower SW of the 315 should help you not be late on the ball, which is better to avoid tennis elbow.
@@Tennisnerd many thanks
How does it compare to the solinco whiteout?
How does the TF40 compare to the Wilson Ultra Pro (with some added lead tape)?
How do you plan on counterweighting this stick? I heard that Tecnifibre buttcaps don’t open, leaving a leather grip I guess as the only option? (This doesn’t really work for me as I suffer from a disease called got-my-mom’s-hands syndrome so I the smallest grip possible). Thanks!
If you would go through the trouble of changing the grip, you can just invest some extra minutes to take of the staples and remove the buttcap. stratch out some of the foam filling and fill the handle with silicon.
Just add lead to the handle under the replacement grip toward the end of the handle. Just wrap it around and it’s the same as throwing some putty in the buttcap.
How would you customize this?
Will you be releasing a video for the 18x20 hopefully?
Tf 40 or ezone 98/100
Which racket is better for intermediate player who plays on daily basis.
Current racket : bab pure aero
could you do a video on best raquets for baseliners and put categories for 1 handed baseliner 2 hander aggresive baseliner and defensive baseliner
Every time your intro to the video begins, people in the other room think im watching porn.
Tennis porn 😂
how does the grip size compares to other brands?
Review just in time. Tomorrow i will start demo this one, alongside the Blade V8. Time to switch stick. Thanks for the great work.
I dont know your level/age/size, but I use the Blade 16x19 V8 with lead at 3/9 and have it counterbalanced with some lead in the handle and a leather grip and it’s second to none IMO. I’m actually about to try in an hour this racquet (Tecnifibre) in the 16/19 version and 18/20, demos I got from TE. I’ll let you know how it compares to the Blades!
@@Mewborne89please compare the type of frame, as in blade is more of an attacking frame, but you can get unstuck from a corner. however, the old tf40 18x20 was more of a grinders' frame, for holding the ball in play, blocking and counterpunching etc.
Please tell me how it compares to blade v8 16x19 60 lb natural gut love it but please tell me how the two compares thx
Is it more powerful than the Yonex Dr 98?
i use a blade v8 16x19, do you think is worth a try? or it will be very similar
They are similar. A bit more touch/feel on the Blade and a bit more power on the TF40.
which one has better feel this one or the old one ?
New one!
@@Tennisnerd no, the old one
I just looked the specs in tennis warehouse and for the 315g version it says that's 8HL strung. That's a huge difference with your 3HL that you mention on the video. Could quality control be the issue?
They’re different racquets… there’s a 305 16x19 and a 315 16x19 and a 305 18x20 I believe.
@@Mewborne89 you are correct. I didn't realize that he was talking about the 305 version. Thank you!!!!
How does it compare to ezone 98?
Excellent review
How does it compare to the Yonex Vcore 98?
I finally was able to hit with my new TF40 and absolutely love it. It's the 16x19 305 with Black Code strings at 48. I am going to restring my tfight 305s with the same strings and compare them, that 18x19 string pattern is interesting.
Interested in hearing your thoughts about the comparison!
@@hameedn.b7004 I restrung the tflights and while this significantly improved the experience, I much prefer hitting with the T40. It has more power and stabillity, though both are very stable, and in some ways better control The control factor might be due to me hitting with heavier amounts of spin and feeling I can move the stick around easier and place where I want. Had I never experienced the T40, I would be happy with the tflights and new strings. In all honesty, I really love the T40, I have been hitting 4-5 times per week and the honeymoon phase is over. Serving also feels bigger with the T40.
@RB-pq1io do you still feel.this way ?
@@Christian3174 The issue that I have with it is the very muted feeling. It is a fun racket to hit with and very comfortable as well.
How does it compare to the HEAD Extreme Tour?
Had both. I needed to add weight to the extreme at 3/9 but did not need to for the tf and the 2 rackets hit the same. it means I get to use the tf in stock form and give me a few more ks in my serve due to not needing lead
how this racket compare to Blade V7 16x19?
Anyone know any racquets. Old and new that play whippy and fast like this line?
Your backend looks best with this racket 🙂
Give the 315g 16x19 a try
Mass distribution! Where's the mass placed in this racquet? Anyone moved mass to 12'? (Like stripping the paint and adding the lead to 12) to make it a spin and kick beast?
Looks like a H22. Does it play like one ?
No, not really.
Great review and hitting. Looks like pretty advanced tennis to me. 11:49 ball was called "out" but it wasn't, right? ;-)
Thanks! It looks in, but the camera lies at this angle sometimes. Saw it clearly out :)
Haha it's 20 cm in :)
It was out, just put it in slow motion and it will be clear
It was out
ha I was going to reply the same thing. It looks in to me.
Just trust me. Keep the intro song forever.
Do you prefer the TF40 305 16x19 or the TFight 300 RS when it comes to power. I’m coming from a 298 also.
TF 300 RS is more powerful
Thank you for your reviews. These days honest reviews are rare. Which one you like the most this one or the t- fight rs?
How TF 40 with one hand backhand?
Very good!
@@Tennisnerd If i am a Blade v7 16x19 user, which TF 40 will suit my game? 305 or 315?
After using Blade v 7 i am already about 1 year try to find something simillar to Blade. Do you think that TF 40 have the same control like a Blade?
Seems pretty similar to Babolat Pure Strike 16 * 19
Similar, but lower powered for sure. It’s really good, but only knock may be that it lacks a little bit of put away power.
@@dustyroot4708
In that case, I guess I'll stick with my Pure Strike. I quite like it's stiff beam and the power it provides.
@@Shankar-Bhaskar It's definitely a more comfortable frame with much better feel and control as well as a better volleying racquet for sure than the Pure Strike. I counter act slightly less power (it's really not much) with lower string tension (45lbs).
It has better touch/feel and control but less power.
Perfect comparison 👍
You play better w this racket and 16x19 in general than you do with less powerful frames like the prestige
I haven't seen the ALU Power Ice Blue in stores for years.
Seems like a nice racquet to try.
Tennis warehouse just closed these out for 150$ if you need back up frames
You’re my master sensei
Thanks! 🙏🏼
@@Tennisnerd I’m I the TN group. And I would like to ask something that maybe is an unreal question. What string is the most similar to alupower in terms of feeling???
@@AlbertoSCopca For me, Yonex Poly Tour Strike, but I feel the Yonex is even better in both feel and most importantly, tension longevity. ALU dies on me after about 2-4 hours hard hitting. Strike lasts me about 10-12 hours.
@@a2casius thank you. Appreciate your comments.
Never seen you play on clay or grass :)
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