Yasaka Galaxya
Blade description:
This blade is a 7-ply all-wood construction characterized by a soft feel and a flexible nature that bridges the gap between traditional 5-ply and 7-ply performance. It offers significant dwell time, allowing for high spin production and precise placement, particularly during topspin rallies and opening loops. While it is an offensive-oriented blade, it functions effectively as an OFF- option, prioritizing feedback and accuracy over raw, explosive power.
Performance and Feel
- Touch and Feedback: The blade provides highly informative vibrational feedback, which assists in short-game control, service returns, and delicate touch shots.
- Looping and Spin: Due to its flexibility and dwell time, it is well-suited for a loop-dominant game, helping players generate a high arc and deep rotation.
- Versatility: The blade offers a wide range of gears, performing reliably in both slow, controlled shots and faster, aggressive drives. It remains stable during blocks and counters, though it is notably more focused on feel than on high-speed smacking.
Physical Characteristics
- Construction: 7-ply all-wood construction.
- Weight: Generally falls on the heavier side (often reported around 86g to 93g). Given the weight, pairing this blade with lighter rubber sheets is often recommended to maintain overall balance.
- Dimensions: It features a slim profile, with thicknesses typically ranging between 5.8mm and 6.1mm, ensuring it does not feel bulky in the hand.
- Handling: The craftsmanship is noted for being high quality. The FL (concave) handle is sometimes described as thin, while the ST handle is often cited as a comfortable alternative.
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Recent Reviews
#1 — July 2021
This is the blade to start and stick with until you truly become desperate for speed.
My reasoning: 1) The blade does not feel bulky in your hand due to its thin profile, measuring at approximately 5.8 — 5.9. 2) It offers excellent control and boasts multiple gears, allowing you to execute a wide range of shots with precision. Slow shots remain slow, and fast shots maintain their pace. Additionally, it provides a clear and responsive feel, eliminating any awkward vibrations.
In conclusion, if your technique requires improvement, this blade will expose any deficiencies. However, with diligent practice and good technique, it will reward you with exceptional performance. Furthermore, its high level of control and versatility provide ample time and feedback to refine and correct your technique.
#2 — January 2020
The Yasaka blade is a medium-soft blade designed for attacking playstyles. It offers excellent ball control on the table, making it suitable for short games and easy opening play. The blade provides high arc and spin, along with good dwell time, allowing for controlled shots. It pairs well with rubbers like Rakza 7 or Nittaku P1, offering ample speed for aggressive play.
In comparison to other Yasaka blades such as Giaobao, Extra Offensive 7 Power, and Galaxya Carbon, this blade stands out as my personal favorite. However, the concave handle is somewhat thin, while the ST handle is more comfortable. The overall quality of the blade is exceptional.
#3 — October 2018
Superb quality for the price. While not the fastest, it performs well in all aspects of the game.
It excels at blocks, loops, and counters.
The blade is a little on the heavy side, so consider using lighter rubbers to compensate.
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