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expiredSlee_Stack posted Apr 04, 2025 01:18 AM

Tecnifibre TF40 305 Tennis Racquet (18x20 or 16x19)

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Tennis Warehouse has Tecnifibre TF40 305 Tennis Racquet (18x20 or 16x19) for $99. Shipping is free.

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  • Tecnifibre adds another chapter to the TF40 305 (18x20)! Like the previous generation, this racquet combines the laser-like precision of a dense 18x20 string pattern with great ball feedback and enough mass to comfortably redirect higher levels of pace. Although it isn't quite as spin-friendly as the TF40 305 (16x19), our playtesters had no problem shaping the ball's trajectory with spin. Technologies include a stable RS Sharp beam along with Dynacore XTC for extra touch, dwell time and pocketing. This racquet also has Foam Inside for a more solid feel at impact. All in all, this update to TF40 305 keeps a good thing going. Experienced players looking for more of a classic feeling player's racquet should love this one. Did we mention the feel?

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Tennis Warehouse has Tecnifibre TF40 305 Tennis Racquet (18x20 or 16x19) for $99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Slee_Stack for finding this deal.

Available:
About this item:
  • Tecnifibre adds another chapter to the TF40 305 (18x20)! Like the previous generation, this racquet combines the laser-like precision of a dense 18x20 string pattern with great ball feedback and enough mass to comfortably redirect higher levels of pace. Although it isn't quite as spin-friendly as the TF40 305 (16x19), our playtesters had no problem shaping the ball's trajectory with spin. Technologies include a stable RS Sharp beam along with Dynacore XTC for extra touch, dwell time and pocketing. This racquet also has Foam Inside for a more solid feel at impact. All in all, this update to TF40 305 keeps a good thing going. Experienced players looking for more of a classic feeling player's racquet should love this one. Did we mention the feel?

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this store:
    • Details of Tennis Warehouse's return policy (here)

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smohan123
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TU for tennis deal
BlueTree317
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I used these rackets, and they exaggerated my tennis elbow pain. I switched back to Wilson, and my tennis elbow pain resolved. This is anecdotal evidence based on personal experience.
welladeeda
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I have the 18x20 version; a very surgical, low powered player's frame. It was not designed for the masses and definitely not for beginners. You need to have good footwork and stroke mechanics to fully enjoy this beauty. I, not a professional tennis player by far, have moved on to a different racket that provides help (power and depth) on my backhand side. Advanced players, note, the TF frames have no butt-cap trap door and so it can be a bit more involved to customize.

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Apr 04, 2025 07:48 PM
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smohan123Apr 04, 2025 07:48 PM
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TU for tennis deal
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Apr 04, 2025 07:51 PM
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ChaseW2367Apr 04, 2025 07:51 PM
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Any Head players recommend these? I tried going to Wilson and prince and the feel was way too different for my taste. Don't think I've seen any technifibres to demo at my club
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Apr 04, 2025 07:55 PM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank redsolar

If you are on the fence - definitely consider this deal. It's very rare these days to get a decent frame for less than $200, and with tariffs unknown... these (or anything decent) will not be back at these prices for quite some time. These do not compare at all to what you would get at your big box store in terms of tennis equipment (cheap Head/Wilson racquets sold at Target/Walmart/Costco)
Would not put a default string into these (i.e. not free synthetic gut) unless you are just starting out with tennis. Considering a multifilament/poly hybrid for soft+spin combination. Otherwise, if you played for some time, you probably have your favorite.
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Apr 04, 2025 08:06 PM
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jordan45Apr 04, 2025 08:06 PM
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Quote from ChaseW2367 :
Any Head players recommend these? I tried going to Wilson and prince and the feel was way too different for my taste. Don't think I've seen any technifibres to demo at my club
I have the 16x19 version of this racquet. It plays like a slightly lower powered Babolat Pure Strike.
Apr 04, 2025 08:06 PM
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BlueTree317Apr 04, 2025 08:06 PM
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I used these rackets, and they exaggerated my tennis elbow pain. I switched back to Wilson, and my tennis elbow pain resolved. This is anecdotal evidence based on personal experience.
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welladeedaApr 04, 2025 08:30 PM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank welladeeda

I have the 18x20 version; a very surgical, low powered player's frame. It was not designed for the masses and definitely not for beginners. You need to have good footwork and stroke mechanics to fully enjoy this beauty. I, not a professional tennis player by far, have moved on to a different racket that provides help (power and depth) on my backhand side. Advanced players, note, the TF frames have no butt-cap trap door and so it can be a bit more involved to customize.
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Apr 04, 2025 08:31 PM
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yybugApr 04, 2025 08:31 PM
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Very heavy racquets

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Apr 04, 2025 08:39 PM
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sagheyApr 04, 2025 08:39 PM
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These are stiff racquets. Maybe more than babolat pures. Good spin but not friendly on the arm.
Apr 04, 2025 08:41 PM
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Evan55Apr 04, 2025 08:41 PM
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This is more of an advanced player's racket (esp the 18x20). 98 inch head.

If you are looking for something more beginner through intermediate, the Wilson Clash v2 and Head Gravity MP 2023 are both over 50% off for $129. IMO both are very good rackets.
Last edited by Evan55 April 4, 2025 at 02:32 PM.
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redsolar
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Also in for 2 for my better half - she's just starting out. Planning to string with 1/2 TF Triax and 1/2 Luxilon Alu Power Rough or 1/2 RPM Blast
Apr 04, 2025 09:02 PM
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SpinControlApr 04, 2025 09:02 PM
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Quote from welladeeda :
I have the 18x20 version; a very surgical, low powered player's frame. It was not designed for the masses and definitely not for beginners. You need to have good footwork and stroke mechanics to fully enjoy this beauty. I, not a professional tennis player by far, have moved on to a different racket that provides help (power and depth) on my backhand side. Advanced players, note, the TF frames have no butt-cap trap door and so it can be a bit more involved to customize.
If they fit, there are aftermarket butt caps with trap doors.
Apr 04, 2025 09:11 PM
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MikeM8073Apr 04, 2025 09:11 PM
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Quote from redsolar :
If you are on the fence - definitely consider this deal. It's very rare these days to get a decent frame for less than $200, and with tariffs unknown... these (or anything decent) will not be back at these prices for quite some time. These do not compare at all to what you would get at your big box store in terms of tennis equipment (cheap Head/Wilson racquets sold at Target/Walmart/Costco)
Would not put a default string into these (i.e. not free synthetic gut) unless you are just starting out with tennis. Considering a multifilament/poly hybrid for soft+spin combination. Otherwise, if you played for some time, you probably have your favorite.
I'm dealing with tennis elbow and need to get rid of my pure drive. How comfortable is this racquet to use?
Apr 04, 2025 09:38 PM
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Evan55Apr 04, 2025 09:38 PM
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Quote from redsolar :
If you are on the fence - definitely consider this deal. It's very rare these days to get a decent frame for less than $200, and with tariffs unknown... these (or anything decent) will not be back at these prices for quite some time. These do not compare at all to what you would get at your big box store in terms of tennis equipment (cheap Head/Wilson racquets sold at Target/Walmart/Costco)
Would not put a default string into these (i.e. not free synthetic gut) unless you are just starting out with tennis. Considering a multifilament/poly hybrid for soft+spin combination. Otherwise, if you played for some time, you probably have your favorite.
What? It is not at all rare to get rackets for under $200. Every time a new version of a racket comes out the previous version goes on sale for well under $200. Of all the previous version rackets on sale right now, this one is arguably the worst, and most definitely has the smallest intended audience.
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Evan55Apr 04, 2025 09:41 PM
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Quote from MikeM8073 :
I'm dealing with tennis elbow and need to get rid of my pure drive. How comfortable is this racquet to use?
Wilson Clash v2. Made to be arm friendly. On sale on the same site for $129.
String with Head Velocity MLT (under "String Specials" for $5) @ 52 or 53 pounds and watch your tennis elbow melt away never to be seen or felt again. (Also do your twist bar exercises of course)
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Apr 04, 2025 09:43 PM
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Quote from redsolar :
Also in for 2 for my better half - she's just starting out. Planning to string with 1/2 TF Triax and 1/2 Luxilon Alu Power Rough or 1/2 RPM Blast
Yikes. It would be hard to find a worse racket for anyone starting out. Maybe a Pro Staff or RF would be worse?

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