Solinco Whiteout 305 18x20 Racket
Series: Whiteout
$229.99
Outstanding control. Great feel. Easy customization
Frame specs
| Head Size | 98in² |
| String Pattern | 18x20 |
| Length | Standard |
| Strung Weight | 11.4oz / 323g |
| Balance | 13in / 33.02cm / 4 pts HL |
| Swingweight | 324 |
| Stiffness | 66 |
| Beam Width | 21.7mm / 21.7mm / 21.7mm |
| Composition | 40T Carbon/Graphite |
| Power Level | Low |
| Stroke Style | Full |
| Swing Speed | Fast |
| Racket Colors | White |
| Grip Type | Solinco Synthetic |
| String Pattern Detail | 18 Mains / 20 Crosses |
| String Tension | 45-55 pounds |
Where to buy
What players say
Testers and forum players see the Whiteout 305 18x20 as an unusually forgiving 18x20, several say it hits more like an open 16x19 pattern while still keeping shots on the strings. It gets consistent praise for stability, depth control, and net feel, but stock stiffness and a low recoil weight mean some players need softer, pocketing strings or added weight before it feels comfortable.
Best for
- Advanced all-court and baseline players wanting control
- Players who want 16x19-like feel with 18x20 stability
- Players willing to customize weight or string setup
Pros
- Precise depth and directional control, called pinpoint by forum players
- Feels more forgiving and less boardy than a typical dense 18x20 pattern
- Strong stability on returns and against pace
- Good touch and connection at net
- Decent spin for a tight pattern, especially once matched with pocketing strings
Cons
- Stock feel described as stiff and hollow by forum players unless strung with a pocketing string like Confidential or Hyper G
- Some players report forearm soreness in the first sessions before adapting
- Low stock recoil weight means players who like more heft have to add weight or rework the buttcap
- Serve power called somewhat lackluster relative to the groundstroke performance
- One tester's only complaint was the plain all-white cosmetic
Voices
— Chris, Tennis Warehouse tester, Web
One of the most powerful 18x20 racquets I've hit that also has a player's racquet frame design.
— Zsofi, Tennis Warehouse tester, Web
It doesn't really feel like an 18x20 at all, more like a 16x19. It was very forgiving.
— Dr. Godmode, Talk Tennis forum, Forums
In stock form, I don't think there are many better 98 square inch racquets.
— Icsa, Talk Tennis forum, Forums
After the first 3 hours of intense play my forearm wasn't happy for the next 24-48h.
— SupahMan5000, Talk Tennis forum, Forums
The pocketing feel helps with that boardy stiff hollow feel coming from the frame.
— Jonas Eriksson, Tennisnerd, Web
Offers a nice sensation on impact despite the mid-60s stiffness rating.