Tecnifibre Carboflex 130 Squash Racket Review
The Tecnifibre Carboflex 130 Has become the top selling racket in the new 2009 squash racket range. The new range of Carboflex rackets feature the ‘Isomorph Shaft’ which is an added tendon in the racket’s shaft that increases stiffness up to 25% for extra power. They are also constructed using ‘Basaltex Transmitters, the best compromise between graphite and carbon fibre and materials which are 100% natural (a mineral fibre extracted from volcanic lava stone). This system is located in line for flex control which enhances increased strength, power and ultimate feel. The racket range has been designed especially for modern skillful player of today where power and control are at a balanced level.
Tecnifibre Carboflex 130
Specification
- Construction – Graphite and Basaltex
- Weight – 130 g +/- 5 g
- Balance – 355 mm
- Head Size – 500 cm 2 (concave)
- String Pattern – 14/18
- Beam – 18 mm
- Length – 68.5 cm
- String – X-1 Biophase 1.18 premium red
- Grip – Tec Dry
The Carboflex 130 is not only my favourite racket out of the new Tecnifibre range but is also my overall favourite racket that has been released this year. I have never really given Tecnifibre much thought as I as a racket choice as I only associated them for making great string, but now I feel I might have been missing out. Over the past few year Tecnifibre rackets have created a following and you only have to look at the professional players who use these rackets to realise they are a top brand of premium rackets who are making their mark on world squash.
The Carboflex 130 was so easy to play with and did really feel like an extension of your arm. It gave such a great solid feel on the ball’s impact with effortless power when needed. The weight was just right because of how the racket is balanced which meant I could move and prepare quickly. You also have the added bonus of the premium string strung in as standard so you get the imediate feel of the rackets true potential.
Getting away from the technical stuff, both carboflex models look amazing with their updated design and colours. The pictures do not do the racket’s appearance justice. I am so impressed with the Carboflex 130 I have recently bought two to use as my main rackets which is a massive decision for me as I have played with other brands for over ten years.
Although Tecnifibre have designed these rackets for advanced players they are a very reasonably priced compared to the other well known brands. I would also recommend these rackets to players of intermediate level as I am sure they would feel the benefits of a premium racket and not having to pay the earth.
5 star rating - best buy
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Tecnifibre Carboflex 130 Squash Racket
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Great racket. Just bought it and enjoy every game played with the Carboflex 130.
This racket comes with great balance, and great feel on ball impact.
Every short just feel right, from a drop to a powerful shot. It gives me superb control of the game. Highly recommended, it surely will improve your game.
I also owned the 4D Evo 120. Really love the feel of the racket, but admittedly it is a bit too light for me.
Thank for this site. I have always overlooked tecnifire for their racket products. Now wondering how the Suprem serie (ND 130, and 130 pulse) would feel like. ; p
Nathan - October 28, 2009 at 5:56 am
Hi …
Just wondering, after reading your review *thanks alot btw, really helpful* … now I’m stuck between getting my next racket purchase, between Technifibre Carboflex 130 or Dunlop 4D Aerogel Ultimate. What’s your opinion between the two racquets, other than what you’ve highlighted in your reviews. If you have to choose one to play for long term, which one will you choose and why?
I’m currently playing with Karakal Evo 4SL (my 1st racket), which I enjoy playing with to date. But, I want to get a second racket to have a play with and to compare it with the 4SL.
Thanks in advance for your response.
Sid
Sid - December 10, 2009 at 7:22 am
I got my technifibre carboflex 130 a few weeks ago on ebay: great product, great price. It took me a few games before getting accustomed to it but now I would not change it for anything else. What I like most is its manoeuvrability and its solidity. I used to play with a Wilson hammer,
perhaps more powerful but clumsier. I also tried a Black Knight which gave me an excellent control on the ball but vibrated from time to time.
Overall, the carboflex 130 is difficult to beat.
Sab - December 19, 2009 at 5:38 am
I bought my technifibre carboflex 130 on the strength of the original review on this site. I’m glad that I did, it’s a great bit of kit. I was a little sceptical about trying a “smaller” brand. My previous racket was a Head metalix 140. It took a short while to get used to the difference in weight but the best compliment that I can give to the racket is that I don’t think about it at all. It does, as the reviewer says, feel like an extension of my arm. It has a lot of control, but unlike other stiff rackets it doesn’t vibrate and there is certainly a lot of power when you want. .
Highly recommended.
Barry - February 18, 2010 at 3:29 pm
hi, how is the control and percision for Carboflex 130 if compare to suprem ng 130?
kj - February 21, 2010 at 4:18 am