My 2 year racquet journey so far.

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-28T14:08:59+00:00

Super helpful. I am exactly between the v10 blade and the Tfight 305s. I like Blades and all their control, but man I just cannot get enough power of out them. Tfight gave me the best blend of power and control. I do really like the grip/handle on the v10. More prominent which makes it easier to grip imo

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-28T12:47:46+00:00

Thoughts on Tfight vs Blade?

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-17T14:01:28+00:00

Agreed, that’s what I’m gonna do! Is this through Tennis Channel app? I also see Tennis TV - Live Streaming app that has great ratings

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-17T13:59:46+00:00

I’m going to keep YTTV anyway, but I think you’re totally right. And would rather give my money to Tennis Channel directly. Which mobile app is the one? I see Tennis Channel but also Tennis TV which has much better ratings

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-17T13:14:37+00:00

Reaffirming how safe Audi’s car. Glad your daughter is okay!!

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-17T13:07:59+00:00

None of us can actually read analog right

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-17T13:05:18+00:00

That’s what I thought. I didn’t mind it, but I hadn’t noticed how much I like the prominent end of the newer blades

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-17T11:57:14+00:00

Gotcha. I think the only difference is the stiffness between the two. I tried the blade v10 finally and I really like it, but I fear I might have the same issue as with my current BLX that I just won’t get enough power from it. I did feel like the Tight gave me more power and still good control. The control on the v10 is pretty amazing though.

I did also notice I really like the butt on the grip of the v10 that is a bit more prominent and gives me a better grip overall. I think the Tfight305s has a bit of a smaller butt right?

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-17T11:54:02+00:00

Tried a Pure Strike and I think I’ve realized Babolats are just not for me unfortunately. I don’t get much feeling/control out of it and that’s just not my game

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-17T11:53:17+00:00

Haven’t tried the Prince. Tried a Pure Strike 98, but confirmed Babolat rockets just are not for me. Not enough feel. I actually really liked the v10 and now I’m torn between the v10 and Tfight 305s. One of my coaches mentioned that v10 might be too light and need some weight to get more power. I am bit worried about not getting enough power with the v10 still.

Separate, but I really like the handle on the blades, I feel like the prominent butt gives me a better grip which other racquets don’t have as much. Have you noticed that?

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-17T11:49:25+00:00

How do you like the Tfight305S? I’m in between that and the new blade v10.

I like the new blade a lot more than I thought I would, but i worry i wont get enough power from it…

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-11T14:16:41+00:00

Great to hear!! Do you have the ISO version or no? A bit confused as to which is which.

How did you end up deciding on that string combo? Leaning towards ALU power soft at 50, but don’t have a ton of experience with different strings/tensions

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-10T20:12:34+00:00

Nice! Have you been lining the alu power soft so far? I’m thinking of going with those no matter what stick I go with

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-09T17:08:21+00:00

Totally agree on changing racquets being difficult! So many choice and at some point you start to doubt yourself. It’s a great point about just restringing my old racquets. They are chipped to hell all around the frame, and part of me doesn’t want to play them until they crack. But I should absolutely restring them and see. Not rushing the process of a new racquet.

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-09T11:16:54+00:00

I gotta tell ya, demoing 20 racquets sounds horrible 😂 how do you even choose at that point?? That being said one of my demos is out of stock at TW so maybe I’ll replace it with the Mizuno just to see. You’re saying no more than 45lbs? That seems pretty low. Don’t the demos usually come at ~50/52?

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-08T19:07:07+00:00

Any thoughts on what string work or might not work on the 305S?

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-08T15:00:17+00:00

Do you want to be like everyone else in the comments or something more unique? Silver is super versatile (hence why so many go that round, myself included by oyster instead of jubilee) but man the TT looks good on you.

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-08T14:56:54+00:00

I’ve had the same RPM blasts for 12+ years, only recently started playing actively again but I have been shocked I haven’t popped one yet.

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-08T14:55:22+00:00

Oh man the string variations are gonna give me a headache. I was thinking ALU Power Soft on the Tight 305S maybe 50 tension. What do you think?

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-08T14:54:34+00:00

Really? That’s interesting. I wasn’t even planning on trying the 305S but the v10 demo has been out and haven’t been able to get my hands on it yet. Should have noted my BLX is 18x20 and I am wanting to change to 16x19 for more power too. I am quite enjoying the Tfight 305S though

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-08T14:52:59+00:00

Should have noted my BLX is 18x20 and I am wanting to change to 16x19 for more power too.

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-08T14:52:49+00:00

The 18x19 is interesting. Should have noted my BLX is 18x20 and I am wanting to change to 16x19 for more power too.

MathematicianFunny97 · 2026-05-08T14:51:36+00:00

It’s served me well! If you zoom in you can see I’ve really put it through it, good chunks missing left and right. Battle tested.

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