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Butterfly Franziska Innerforce ZLC
Blade description:
The Butterfly Franziska Innerforce ZLC is a top-tier table tennis blade that embodies a harmonious balance of speed, control, and versatility, making it a favorite among players seeking a reliable and dynamic option. Constructed with 7 plies, this blade integrates ZLC (Zylon Carbon) in its composition, which enhances the overall performance without sacrificing control. Designed for players who appreciate finesse alongside speed, it offers a unique blend that caters to various playing styles.
Weighing in at approximately 88 grams with a thickness of 5.7mm, the Franziska Innerforce ZLC falls into the medium-weight category. This weight contributes to its stability, allowing players to maintain precision in their strokes even during intense rallies. The blade’s flexible structure promotes excellent ball control, ensuring that players can execute delicate shots with ease while maintaining the power required for offensive play. Its relatively soft hardness rating of 3.7 adds to the blade’s feel for the ball, making it suitable for extensive looping and spin variations.
For players who are seeking alternatives, the Innerforce Franziska ZLC is situated between the Apolonia ZLC and the Innerforce Layer ZLC in terms of speed and feel. While the Apolonia is noted for its exceptional ball penetration, the Franziska offers a more refined control experience. Other comparable blades include the Harimoto ZLC, which excels in pure two-wing looping, while the Franziska provides more versatility, particularly for close-table play. This blade is ideal for advanced players looking for a responsive, stable tool to enhance their game without compromising on the depth of control.
Recent Reviews
#1 — April 2023
Hey everyone,
I’ve played with a lot of Innerforce ZLC blades from BTY, and I’ve found that their best qualities are control, spin, and a special feeling that makes them become your favorite once you get used to them.
Looping is good, and power loop is VERY good, with a crazy amount of rotation combined with speed. Super quality balls go out when you power loop. The passive game is good and stable.
The blade is soft and flexy, so blocking is easy as well. It’s harder and more bouncy than the regular Innerforce ZLC, but softer than Apolonia. A D09c forehand and D05 backhand give you everything you need for any level of table tennis.
#2 — March 2023
For me, it has a short dwell time like OFF+ and then the speed is OFF-, which is very difficult for someone who needs slower blades. However, the spin is the biggest ever. It was made for professional players who have developed their skills and know how to use spin and placement to the max. This is the first true professional blade dedicated to the top level. If you are in the top 10 in ranking in your 1-2-3-4 division depending on your country and level, this is for you. If you are an amateur and you lose with pips players in your league, Primorac/Korbel would be better.
#3 — March 2023
My favorite is the Yoshimura Zlc, which is heavy but stable. The Apolonia is good with the best ball penetration but lacks stability and wrist action. The Franziska has everything but lacks speed. The 83 grams plays like true off- and is the first slow premium blade, but the trajectory is long so sometimes overshooting is normal. I found raw edges which is funny if you consider the price, but after three months the handle color is still black and didn’t catch sweat. If you are an amateur and you didn’t like buying fast stuff but you want something unique, this is a no-brainer.