Butterfly BalsaCarbo X7 22

All-wood 2 reviews

Blade description:

The Butterfly BalsaCarbo X7 22 is a high-performance table tennis blade designed for players seeking a balance of speed, control, and consistency. Crafted from a unique combination of balsa wood and carbon fiber, this blade offers exceptional playing characteristics that cater to a wide range of playing styles.

With a speed rating of 8.6 and a control rating of 9.5, the BalsaCarbo X7 22 provides an ideal blend of power and precision. The balsa wood core imparts a soft touch and excellent control, while the carbon fiber layers enhance speed and responsiveness. This combination results in a blade that delivers crisp shots, precise placements, and lightning-fast counterattacks.

The BalsaCarbo X7 22 is highly regarded by players for its consistency and stability. The blade's stiffness rating of 5 and hardness rating of 3 indicate a medium-soft feel that provides excellent feedback and control. The blade's consistency is further enhanced by its 10 out of 10 consistency rating, which ensures that players can rely on the blade to perform consistently, even under pressure.

Forum reviews of the Butterfly BalsaCarbo X7 22 are overwhelmingly positive. Players praise the blade's versatility, noting that it suits various playing styles, from all-round to offensive. The blade is particularly popular among players who prioritize control and consistency, as it allows them to execute a wide range of shots with precision and accuracy.

Overall, the Butterfly BalsaCarbo X7 22 is an exceptional table tennis blade that offers a harmonious blend of speed, control, and consistency. Its unique construction and exceptional playing characteristics make it an ideal choice for players seeking a high-performance blade that enhances their overall game.

Recent Reviews

#1 — August 2023

I have been using this blade for 7 months now. Due to my tennis elbow, I wanted a lightweight blade, so I opted for this one, which is also reasonably priced. Initially, I paired this blade with R45 on both sides, and I loved it. While it was a soft setup, it was perfect for me as I was getting back into the game.

The blade offered a lot of control; it wasn’t extremely fast but was fast enough for my needs. I prefer a controlled style of play, so this suited me well. Consequently, I purchased a second blade. Now, I’m using R53 on the forehand and T05 on the backhand. I adore this combination as it provides both control and the necessary speed when required.

It performs exceptionally well both close to the table and at a distance, given you have good technique. It’s a thick and relatively fast blade, weighing around 73g. I think I’ll stick with this for a while.

#2 — April 2023

Very impressed by this blade. After a quite long search and after trying various blades, I will probably stick with this one for a while. Carbon blades are normally too stiff and rigid for me. However, this blade gives me loads of feeling and control. It plays very easily, especially in short game and touch game.

What stands out to me the most is the consistency of this blade. It is the first time I tried a balsa blade, and it just feels right. Flat hits are decent, looping feels just good, and blocking is a dream.

I am not sure what type of rubbers would suit best for this blade. I am playing Rasanter42 on the backhand and Rasanter45 on the forehand, which works very well so far.

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