A lighter, more maneuverable racquet within the Kobra family. With a [K]ontrol-oriented fell the [K]obra Team.FX combines power and ultimate spin thanks to the exclusive FX technology. Quick and lethal, the [K]obra Team.FX is a must-have for the new generation of court performers

Tennis Magazine Review 2009

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How it tested: The first thing you�ll notice about the [K]obra Team.FX is the new Quad Shaft�large cutouts in the racquet�s throat. It�s designed to evenly distribute the frame�s weight between four shafts instead of the conventional two to make the racquet more stable. Playtesters found a very quiet and solid response from the racquet in addition to a nice level of power and overall playability. You have to work a little to put pace and spin on your shots, so you won�t be punished if you decide to let loose on the ball. And while control isn�t pinpoint, it�s far from a problem. All-courters who move forward to finish points at the net will like the relatively easy handling of the racquet to go along with its stability. The main drawback is that some playtesters said the frame was almost too good at filtering out feedback, giving it a slightly deadened feel.

Playtester comments: �Plays like a Babolat Aero racquet�; �Does what you want 95 percent of the time�; �Stable on off-center hits�; �A little too much pop to bang it out on the baseline all day.�

Bottom line: An ideal racquet for all-court tournament veterans or established juniors who don�t want a heavy, advanced frame.