Butterfly Fukuhara Ai Pro ZLF

Composite/carbon 10 reviews

≈ 86 grams ≈ 1334 Hz

Butterfly Fukuhara Ai Pro ZLF table tennis blade

Blade description:

The Butterfly Fukuhara Ai Pro ZLF blade is a beautifully crafted piece of table tennis equipment that marries aesthetic charm with high-performance functionality. Designed with a unique five-ply composition, this blade features a combination of quality woods and Zylon fibers, ensuring a perfect balance of flexibility and control while yielding impressive speed. The exceptional weight of approximately 86 grams and a thickness of 5.8mm add to its dynamic capabilities, making it a versatile choice for both competitive and casual players.

With a speed rating of 8.9 and control at an impressive 9.5, the Fukuhara Ai Pro ZLF excels in delivering powerful loops and spins while still offering ample feedback to the player. Its moderate stiffness (4.4) combined with a hardness rating of 5.2 creates a responsive feel that enhances the overall play experience. The blade is particularly renowned for its springiness, which allows players to harness power efficiently, resulting in a remarkably smooth ball contact experience. This is further enhanced by the special Zylon fiber, which provides a catapult effect when executing powerful strokes.

For those seeking alternatives, other popular blades like the Butterfly JM ZLC or various options from Donic and Nittaku might appeal, although many users have found the Fukuhara Ai Pro ZLF to be a superior choice, especially for spin-oriented play. Overall, this blade is recommended for players who prefer a wood-like feel with added stability, making it suitable for aggressive all-round and offensive styles, while still allowing finesse in the short game and blocking situations.

Recent Reviews

#1 — January 2023

Beautifully crafted Butterfly wood. The limba top layer gives a little softness during play. The ZLF layer improves control, but it’s not as good as many people here appreciate. The Donic, Nittaku, Andro rackets are much better in this regard. It is a medium attacking wood. The handle is a bit thin. Overall, it’s nice work, but it is no longer in production.

#2 — December 2022

Lasse gives this blade an 8.3 overall rating. This shows the type of player that uses this blade and their opinion is worthless.

#3 — October 2020

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