Tecnifibre · Polyester
Tecnifibre Black Code
Pentagonal co-polyester with Thermocore technology
Performance ratings
Overview
Tecnifibre Black Code is a co-poly with pentagonal profile for spin and Thermocore technology for comfort. "Dangerous in the hands of an aggressive baseliner who likes to control the point with heavy spin." The 5-sided profile provides powerful snapback for spin generation while Thermocore uses heating and cooling phases to soften the string. Playtesters found it "soft, plush and very comfortable for a polyester string" with muted impact feel that doesn't send jarring vibrations on off-center hits. Great value shaped poly.
Best for
- Aggressive baseliners who control points with heavy spin
- Players wanting shaped poly comfort
- Big hitters who swing hard
- Those transitioning to polyester
Not ideal for
- Maximum spin seekers (Black Code 4S better)
- Power seekers
- Flat hitters
Pros
- Soft and comfortable for a polyester
- Good spin from pentagonal profile
- Excellent control (8/10)
- Thermocore adds comfort
- No arm issues even strung high
- Good value
Cons
- Fairly low power
- Some tension loss reported
- Not maximum spin (4S version better)
- Launch angle can be slightly erratic
Stringer notes
Good entry-level shaped poly. Thermocore makes it more comfortable than most. Fire color is popular.
Break-in period
1-2 hours.
When to replace
Every 12-15 hours.
Hybrid setup ideas
- Works well as full bed
- Multifilament crosses for extra comfort
Used by
Popular with club and college players
Specifications
- Type
- Polyester
- Construction
- Pentagonal co-polyester with Thermocore technology
- Gauges
- 16, 17, 18
- Colors
- Black, Fire (Orange), Lime
- Set price
- $12–$16
- Reel price
- $130–$160
- Brand
- Tecnifibre (France)
Sources & reviews
Data verified January 2025. Something wrong? Send a correction.
- Specs: Tennis Warehouse
- Pricing: Tennis Warehouse
- Review: Tennis Warehouse Review
- Review: The Tennis Bros Review