Butterfly Andrzej Grubba Carbon
Blade description:
This composite blade utilizes a 3+2 construction featuring carbon layers, resulting in a thin, stiff profile with a hard surface feel. Its composition provides a large sweet spot, offering high precision and a very direct, predictable response during play. Due to the wide variance in manufacturing weight, ranging from approximately 82g to 95g, the blade’s speed can shift from an ALL/ALL+ classification to an OFF- or OFF tempo depending on the specific unit and rubber pairing.
Performance Characteristics
- Tactile Feel: The blade is characterized by a firm, hard contact. While it provides excellent feedback for aggressive, direct shots, the stiffness makes traditional looping more demanding compared to softer, all-wood alternatives.
- Strategic Play: It excels in blocking and flat-hitting, where the blade’s stability allows for high accuracy in return placement. The structural stiffness makes it a reliable choice for players utilizing short pimples or anti-spin rubbers, as the direct output helps maintain control over the ball’s trajectory.
- Versatility: The blade offers a broad gear range, allowing for a variety of strokes from defensive setups to offensive attacks. When paired with high-tension rubbers, it gains sufficient speed for mid-distance looping and point-ending power; however, with slower rubbers, it retains a more controlled, all-around performance profile.
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Recent Reviews
#1 — February 2020
Very fast, hard blade. Great for top spin. Perfect block.
#2 — November 2016
Very good blade with huge control, which makes it suitable for anti spin rubbers. For the forehand side, you need to put on a very fast rubber; otherwise, you will not have enough power to finish the point. The blade offers many gears, so you can perform defensive and offensive strokes, depending on what rubbers you use.
#3 — June 2014
A well-made blade with a stiff and somewhat hard surface. It’s notably thin, though the weight varies significantly. Blades range from 82g to 95g, affecting the speed:
- 82g: ALL to ALL+ Speed — 95g: OFF- to full OFF Speed
The playing characteristics are impressive, offering direct and predictable shots. Smashing is effortless, while looping requires a bit more power. Blocking is equally straightforward.
This blade pairs well with short pimples for an aggressive, direct playstyle.
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