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The Butterfly Garaydia T5000 is a top-of-the-line table tennis blade designed for advanced players who prioritize control and consistency. Crafted in Japan, this 5-ply blade combines responsiveness, power, and precision in one meticulously engineered package.
With a speed rating of 93 and control rating of 89, the Garaydia T5000 offers an ideal balance for those seeking aggressive play without compromising accuracy. Its medium-stiff feel, rated at 8.5 on the stiffness scale, provides excellent responsiveness while maintaining good control. The blade's hardness, measured at 7.6, further enhances its responsiveness, allowing for crisp shots and powerful drives.
The Garaydia T5000 stands out for its exceptional consistency, earning a rating of 9.4. This attribute ensures that players can execute shots with confidence, as the blade minimizes unexpected errors. The overall rating of 9.4 reflects its impressive blend of speed, control, and consistency, making it a formidable choice for advanced players.
Weighing in at 90 grams and measuring 7.2mm in thickness, the Garaydia T5000 offers a comfortable feel in the hand. Its well-crafted construction ensures durability and resilience, even with frequent use.
Based on forum reviews, players have praised the blade's excellent control, which allows for precise placement of shots. It is particularly well-suited for players who favor a controlled, all-around playing style. The Garaydia T5000's combination of speed and control makes it versatile, accommodating both offensive and defensive strategies.
In summary, the Butterfly Garaydia T5000 is a high-performance table tennis blade that delivers exceptional control, consistency, and responsiveness. Its balanced combination of speed and control, along with its medium-stiff feel and hardness, makes it an ideal choice for advanced players seeking precision and power in their game.
For this kind of blade, you expect to routinely block and smash to get a point. However, you can loop with Garaydia T5000 surprisingly well, probably due to its thickness.
I am a beginner with 1.5 years of practice, playing 3 times a week. I believe it is important to have evaluations from rookies for other rookies. I am an aggressive player but still with poor footwork. I started with all-wood hinoki blades (Darker’s 7 ply and Xiom S7), then moved to the Butterfly TBS. Three months ago, I bought the Garaydia T5. I enjoy using it because it is very fast and forces me to develop my footwork. It is impossible to play with this blade without moving well.
The blade has minimal vibration and is incredibly fast. It can be challenging to control but helps in returning the ball quickly with minimal movement. At my club, two experienced players use similar (older) blades: BTY Schlager Carbon, which has slightly more dwell time and similar speed, and an old Primorac Carbon with even more dwell time but reduced speed.
For me, executing a slow topspin is challenging, but my colleagues can perform it well with my blade, generating ample spin and power, even against short “chop” serves. My poor spin is primarily due to my technique, as previous wood blades with more dwell time assisted in “grabbing” the ball.
Overall, I believe this blade is helping me improve my game. It forces me to develop proper footwork and enhance my topspin technique. I recommend using soft rubbers. I currently use Xiom Omega VII Euro and Stiga Calibra Sound lt, both in maximum thickness. In conclusion, this is my preferred blade.
The BTY Garaydia T5000 is an off++ blade with outstanding build quality from BTY. While it doesn’t come with a premium box like the DHS Long 5, that is merely a marketing consideration.
The blade has a medium throw angle, making it excellent for smashes and blocks. However, lifting heavy backspin balls may require some adjustments.
When paired with Tenergy 05 for both forehand and backhand, the BTY Garaydia T5000 creates a formidable combination.
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