Wilson
Wilson RF 01 FUTURE Tennis Racquet
Wilson RF 01 FUTURE Tennis Racquet
Couldn't load pickup availability
Wilson RF 01 FUTURE Tennis Racquet
The Wilson RF 01 FUTURE is a tribute to Roger Federer's six-decade playing career and a forward-looking statement about where the RF racquet franchise is heading, combining premium carbon construction with specifications refined specifically for the all-court, serve-and-volley attacking tennis that Federer defined over 20 years at the top of the professional game. Designed in collaboration with Federer himself and his equipment team, the RF 01 FUTURE bridges the legacy of the Pro Staff line with a next-chapter platform for advanced players who want to play in the RF tradition of aggressive all-court tennis.
- Specifications at a Glance - Head size 97 sq in, weight 310g (10.9oz) unstrung, 18mm-22mm-22mm beam, 16x19 string pattern, RA 62 stiffness, premium carbon construction, RF x Wilson collaborative design. The 97-square-inch head and 310-gram weight reflect Federer's lifelong preference for precise, demanding frames that reward clean technique and physical commitment.
- Federer Collaboration and Specification Philosophy - Every specification in the RF 01 FUTURE was developed through direct input from Roger Federer, reflecting his preferences for precise control, solid feel at impact, high swing-weight stability, and a frame that punishes opponents who attack his backhand wing with its clean, connected slice response. The 16x19 pattern was chosen over a denser option specifically to support Federer-style spin on groundstrokes and kick on second serves.
- 97 Square Inch Precision Platform - The 97-square-inch head is the traditional choice of attacking, technically complete players who value precision over margin. It rewards clean, consistent ball striking with predictable, penetrating shot response while keeping the sweet zone large enough for advanced recreational and club players to use effectively. The compact hoop shape also provides excellent feedback on every shot, communicating immediately when contact is centered or slightly off.
- 310 Gram Weight and Tour Stability - At 310 grams, the RF 01 FUTURE delivers the plow-through power and stability against heavy incoming balls that tour-caliber play demands. Returns off big first serves stay on target, deep crosscourt exchanges maintain consistent depth, and approach shots carry enough pace to put opponents on the defensive. The weight demands good physical preparation but rewards players who commit to it with a more authoritative ball response than lighter alternatives can match.
- Net Game Heritage - The RF 01 FUTURE honors Federer's attacking approach by being explicitly designed for confident, effective net play. The headlight balance and manageable swing weight at 310 grams allow quick positioning at net, decisive put-away volleys, and crisp drop volleys with excellent feel through the string bed. Players who like to finish points by attacking the net will find this frame accommodating and precise in hand around the service box.
- Slice Backhand Precision - The 97-square-inch frame and RA 62 stiffness make it an outstanding slice backhand platform, producing the low, skidding slices that Federer used as both an offensive weapon and a defensive reset throughout his career. The dense feel at contact gives the player excellent control over slice pace and trajectory, allowing for both deep driving slices and delicate angle slices within the same service box rally.
- Premium Carbon Construction - The RF 01 FUTURE uses premium, high-modulus carbon fiber throughout the frame construction, ensuring that the quality of materials lives up to the prestige of the RF collaboration. The carbon composition provides an exceptionally clean, precise feel at contact rather than the muted or harsh response of lower-grade construction materials, making every ball strike feel definitive and authoritative.
- Serve Platform Excellence - The combination of 310-gram weight, RA 62 stiffness, and 16x19 pattern makes the RF 01 FUTURE a superb serve platform. First serves penetrate with genuine pace; kick second serves benefit from the open pattern's spin generation. The hoop stability at contact ensures serve placement is reliable under pressure, which is the non-negotiable first criterion for advanced players who build their game off their service game.
- Advanced Player Target - Like the racquets Federer used throughout his professional career, the RF 01 FUTURE demands a level of technique and physical conditioning commensurate with its specification profile. Players who swing through the ball cleanly, generate their own pace, and execute complete tactical tennis will find this frame enormously satisfying. Those who need power assistance from the racquet will find it a challenging but highly motivating frame to grow into.
- Collectors and Performance Players Alike - The RF 01 FUTURE holds genuine appeal for both hardcore Federer admirers who want to own a piece of his racquet legacy and advanced performance players who want to play with one of the most thoughtfully specified collaborative racquets in the history of the sport. It is simultaneously collectible and competition-ready.
The Wilson RF 01 FUTURE is for 4.0 to 5.5 NTRP players who respect the serving-and-volleying, all-court attacking tradition that Federer represents, who want to play with a premium 97-square-inch weapon designed to the specifications of the greatest player in the history of the game, and who are willing to commit the physical and technical investment that a 310-gram, 16x19 performance tool demands in return for extraordinary precision and feel.
Racquet Specs — Wilson RF 01 FUTURE
| Head Size | 97 sq in |
| String Pattern | 16×19 |
| Length | 27 in |
| Unstrung Weight | 11.7 oz / 332 g |
| Balance | 9 pts HL |
| Composition | Carbon Fiber |
| Grip Sizes | 1 (4⅛") – 4 (4½") |
| Recommended for | Advanced — special edition colorway |
*This racquet is sold unstrung. Professional stringing services are available at BusterPro Tennis. Once strung by BusterPro or any other stringer, the racquet is final sale and cannot be returned.
Share
