Butterfly Timo Boll Forte

Fast all wood blade, perfect for attacking strokes and controlled loops (for me personally). The only negative I can really find is that the speed makes playing it short quite a lot harder.

This blade is highly recommended for offensive players who crave speed and a good feel for the ball. The extended dwell time allows for precise shots, but the blade’s fast speed may compromise control for some. It worked well with T05 and HN3 rubbers. Despite its affordability, the lack of control could be a drawback for those seeking more precision.

Pros: - Excellent feel - Impressive speed - Budget-friendly - Compatible with various rubbers

Cons: - Limited control, especially at high speeds

Ultimately, this blade is ideal for skilled players with a strong offensive style who can manage its speed. However, beginners or those lacking confidence in their technique may prefer a more controllable option.

Despite being faster than other blades, it has a normal sweet spot, which is not particularly large. It lacks any particular sound or control, but for a cheap blade, it performs adequately.

Cheap, but that’s all it is.

This blade is cheap, but that’s all it is. It’s made of low-quality materials and doesn’t perform well. The handle is uncomfortable to hold, and the blade is too stiff. I would not recommend this blade to anyone.

A nice medium-hard blade. Pretty good speed off -, good control, a nice blade for its price.

Brilliant blade! I bought it intending to sell it, but I ended up using it myself. The blade is slightly heavy, but it provides excellent control. It’s a well-balanced blade that suits both attacking and defensive playstyles. The handle is comfortable with a good grip. Overall, this blade is highly recommended for intermediate and advanced players looking for a versatile blade.

It’s layers are weak, they can easily separate or simply broke into little pieces at the edge. I think it’s because of the outer veneer’s hardness.

It is medium fast, or medium slow as you want to see it.

It’s control stays in the middle. You can block with power but you can’t control fast chops with this blade, in spite of training with that.

He tenido esta hoja durante dos meses, con Yasaka Mark V XS suave en el lado derecho y Globe 889 de poros cortos en el revés. Gran control y velocidad muy buena para cerca de la mesa y a media distancia. Creo que esta hoja es perfecta para gomas semiduras o duras, ya que la sensación y el sonido no se pierden mucho. La hoja es semiflexible y, con gomas blandas, se beneficia el topspin. Lo mejor es su precio, ya que es una de las mejores relaciones precio-rendimiento. Saludos desde Chile.

I use this blade with Tenergy 05 on the forehand and Roundell Soft on the backhand, and I believe it is an excellent combination of speed and control.

I am perplexed as to why this blade is not more widely regarded.

I just received the blade. It looks great! The blade is very thin, I believe it’s 5 mm or slightly less. I will provide a more detailed impression after playing with it tomorrow. I anticipate that it will make a great paddle when paired with Sriver FX and Sinus Sound, as it will be very light.