DHS Hurricane Hao 656
Blade description:
This all-wood blade is designed to balance offensive capability with high levels of control, making it particularly well-regarded for modern penhold styles that utilize Reverse Penhold Backhand (RPB). The construction features a unique layout including two distinct blue-colored wood layers, which contribute to a longer dwell time and allow the player to generate significant spin during brush loops.
Performance and Feel
- Tactile Feedback: The blade is characterized by a flexible feel, which provides the user with high sensitivity and stability during short-game exchanges.
- Speed and Power: While it offers sufficient power for offensive play, it prioritizes consistent shot placement over raw speed. Users often adjust their rubber selection to further tailor the power output to their specific attacking needs.
- Construction and Handling: Featuring a larger head size, the blade offers a forgiving sweet spot. However, the handle profile is notably thin, which may influence the grip preference for some players. Its overall geometry and performance characteristics make it a specialized tool for looping-oriented attackers.
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Recent Reviews
#1 — February 2017
This blade has a very nice feeling in the hand. It is very flexible and offers a great deal of control. As a result, I can easily perform brush loops using hard rubbers such as DHS Hurricane 8 and Tibhar Evolution MX-P. Additionally, this blade has a very large head, which means that I rarely miss the ball when using it.
It comes with nice packaging and is reasonably priced for a blade of this quality. The only thing I don’t really like is that the handle is just too thin for me.
#2 — December 2015
I have the Chinese Penhold version of this blade, and I play a style that is similar to Wang Hao’s. It may not have the most power, but my shots feel incredibly stable—which I definitely appreciate—and the short game is easier for me to play with this blade.
To me, this seems like the ultimate RPB looping blade. So if you loop and use RPB, this blade should be one of the first ones on your list. Also, stay on the offensive; this blade is at its best when you consistently loop while attacking.
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