The Tecnifibre Suprem SB squash rackets are new for 2017 / 2018. These are updated versions of the long-running Tecnifibre Suprem models, which are Tecnifibre’s “traditional head shape” rackets with a bridge across the throat. There are four rackets in this release:
Product Notes
Here are some close-ups. Interesting change to the shape of the crossbar at the throat — it’s angled instead of rounded.
Here’s a picture from PDH Sports:
JLB says
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Have they added the removable bumper strip to the suprem range too like they did with the Carboflex s range?
Lawrence says
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Hi JLB
No, it doesn’t have the removable bumper strip like the Carboflexes.
JLB says
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Thats a shame! would be nice to see this addition on this frame – possibly one for next time Tecnifibre!
B says
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I wonder is there a re-vamp of the Carboflex models in the offing………the red and black one has been around for 2 years now
Pierre says
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Probably not until next year. I think they revamp them every 3 years.
Lawrence says
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Finally got the rackets in my hand and play-tested them!
Some observations:
1. Head size: the 125 is 470cm2, whilst the 130 is 500cm2 — this is the reverse of the recent models where the 130 was smaller than the 125.
2. Weight: on my digital scale, both weighed the same, coming in at 160g strung and gripped.
3. Balance: the 130 was more head-heavy whilst the 125 felt more even
4. Power/Control: the 130 was more powerful, the 125 more control
5. Feel: Lots!!!!
I think both are decent rackets; unfortunately I never had the chance to play with the recent models so can’t make any comparison. I don’t think the angled bridge at the bottom of the racket made any significant difference, but then again I was playing with factory strings ( which I feel was strung way too high), which made every ball I hit felt ‘plank-ish’.
Kudos to TF for trying to introduce some innovation to their frames — it will certainly intrigue some players to try them out! Do give them a try if can!