This is called the Tecnifibre Carboflex 135 S:
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Advertised Specs
Weight: Medium (135 grams)
Balance: Even (36.5 cm)
Head Size: Large (500 sq cm)
String Pattern: 14 x 18
Strung with: Tecnifibre 305+ 1.2
Product Notes
There’s never been a Carboflex 135 before, to my knowledge. I think this is probably replacing the Tecnifibre Carboflex 140, which was obviously 5 grams heavier.
So, if this racket has never existed before, why did they feel like they needed to stick an “S” on it? Perhaps you will be Superman if you play with this, but more likely, it’s because the Tecnifibre Carboflex 125 S and Tecnifibre Carboflex 130 S both have Ss, and they didn’t want this racket to feel Sad.
Reviews
Here’s a review from Paul at PDH Sports:
Alternate Version
Here’s an alternate version of the 135 S in a black and blue color scheme:
David Guinane says
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I’ve just restrung this, and decided to take off the bumper as an experiment. It makes a huge difference to the racket. Much more manoeuvrable, it comes through the air much more quickly. To be honest, it made me appreciate the stability and forgiveness of the Dynergy APX135. At my level it solidified my need for a head heavy racket as I develop my swing. An interesting experiment, and definitely cheaper than buying a new racket!
Charles says
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Which racket from Oliver is most similar to the Carboflex 135 S. I ask because at my club we can test the Oliver rackets but I quite liked the 135 S when I had a brief chance to play it.
Tiger says
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I have been using this racket, the 135s, for a month. I like it alot. It is very stable and powerful. I tried out the 125s and 130s, and they were too flimsy for my game (vibrations and not always solid hits). I am 45 years old and a B player.
veludoleao says
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What would be the real difference between the 135S and the 135? I noticed that the 135 is a lot cheaper than the 135S. I am confused.
By the way, I play with a Karakal bx 130. Would be worth buying the 135 or the 135S? It would have significant differences?
Pierre says
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The 135 S is newer and I think the bumper is a little different from the previous 135. I haven’t played with these too much but I think they’ll probably feel similar. I’ve never played with the Karakal BX 130 but I have heard that is a good racket and unless you are unhappy with it I would just keep that one!
veludoleao says
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Thanks, Pierre! I will consider that. Karakak BX 130 is a good racket indeed. I enjoy it. It is head heavy balanced. I would also like to have an even balanced racket (to have more control). So I was thinking about the Technifibre 135.
Dan says
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Anyone currently using this racquet? How has it played/ does it vibrate a lot ?
veludoleao says
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I had the opportunity to hit some shots with a brand new 135S (original strings) and I felt some vibration after every shot. I am not sure if it was the specific one I tested or if it is a characteristic of the model.
Rod says
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A friend of mine was demoing this racket at the weekend and I got to hit with it for 5 minutes or so and I was very underwhelmed by it. It felt very stiff and there was quite a lot of vibration up through the handle. The sweet spot also felt small to me and it didn’t produce as much power as my Black Knight Ion Element PSX. The factory strings were strung pretty tight which is part of the reason why but I don’t know if replacing them with a lower tension string would have made it that much better. My friend was also unimpressed and opted to buy the BK Ion Cannon PS instead.
Larry Howes says
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Hi,
We just received stock of these and man are they beautiful 🙂 The old Carboflex 140 was a bit heavier and clunky compared to the 130 / 125 models. Also with the bigger shaft (only on the 140) it had a substantial feel in the hand. Great for doubles or for stronger players looking to crush the ball with mass.
The Carboflex 135S addresses these issues. Still heavier and with a bigger shaft it feels more manageable this year in comparison.
What is super cool is the detachable bumper!! It is found on all three carboflex’s (125/130/135) and helps to decrease the overall weight as well as move the balance point towards the handle and make the racquet more head light. Super cool but be aware if you hit the wall…
You can see it at – http://www.squashunlimited.com/products/tecnifibre-carboflex-135s
Cheers,
Larry Howes
michael berry says
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Please can you do a review on the tecnifibre suprem 125 130 and the 135 would really appreciate it due to me deciding which one I would like to get.
Thanks.