Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive

I bought this blade prepared with Yasaka Razka 7 max on B/H and Razka PO max on F/H.

First impressions of this blade after one session were exactly what I hoped for. I am a powerful player and I needed a blade that was stiff enough for the short pips but also had enough flex for my backhand topspin attack. This blade gives me the best of both, as I can flick serves with both f/h and b/h with ease. Together with the control factor, it makes topspins, smashes, and drives so easy.

This blade is all wood, so it has some vibration, but not excessive. I like the fact that you can feel the ball on the blade. I am old school, coming from the all-wood blade era.

Because this blade isn’t bouncy, it is perfect for serve and return, in addition to having enough power to finish the point. I wanted a blade that would compensate for the power of the Razka short pimple rubber. With this blade, I am able to hit on the forehand with real confidence that the ball will land where I choose it to.

It is very true that this blade is limitless with power. If you have the correct technique and timing, then this blade is devastating with the correct setup. I definitely won’t be changing anytime soon. Fantastic quality, I must add. The blade is finished far nicer than some well-known blades that are 4x the price.

All-around excellent blade. Perhaps not as fast as a VIS, and on the lower range of OFF blades, but it provides a much flexier and enhanced feel. When executing a stroke, it still delivers all the necessary speed without a noticeable lack of power. Produces a high-pitched smack when struck with force.

I play the Chinese Penhold grip. I used this blade for about 10 months. In comparison to the Hurricane Hao 1, this blade was way more consistent and easier to use for me. Everything felt better: loop, power, control, and block. All became much more consistent as soon as I switched.

This blade is fast if you have a strong stroke with good technique. There is a reason Ma Lin was able to dominate with this “bad boy.” But the speed and power on this has a limit. Long rallies from a few feet back take the wind out of you. This blade is not for long rallies. It can assist you to deliver finishing strokes and consistent short play. But don’t rely on it for long rallies.

My gameplay using this blade was playing a short game to my advantage and awaiting the opponent to push a little too long or high for me to either execute a strong loop, loop kill, or flick to control the rally. I was easily able to FH flick and RPB flick using this. Good vibrations, speed, control, and consistency.

My setup when this was my game racket using this was FH: TG2 blue sponge, BH: Tin arc 3. I currently have 802-40 mystery3 short pips on FH with this, and it is quite easy to use.

The hard outer layer allows me to hold the ball when looping, letting me get more spin. Additionally, the hard outer layer lets me block well. While fast, it is not uncontrollable. For the price, I can’t think of a better blade.

Nice sweet spot (even better than some carbon blades), not crazy fast with decent control.

Nice craftsmanship, excellent quality of wood, doesn’t splinter.

For the price (35 euros in my country), very good value.

Great blade for people learning how to play offensively. It has a huge sweet spot, making it easier to hit the ball cleanly.

Super light, it takes time to get used to it if you aren’t used to very light blades. Amazing for loops and offensive shots.

Despite similar speed to my TSPW, this blade offers slightly less control. The walnut outer ply imparts a sharp feeling and enhances stiffness compared to the TSPW. I tested it with soft to medium-soft rubbers characterized by medium-high throw, yielding satisfactory performance. The speed and control ratings were adjusted to “10” to align with the blade’s approximate actual speed, which I believe is closer to the TSPW.

I have the CPEN version. When I first used it 4 months ago, I didn’t like it because it felt too ‘weak’ for me. Maybe that’s because I was using a very hard JPEN with short pimples so I got used to the ferocious power. I didn’t use The MA LIN much after that, but TODAY … after some thought, I took it out and did some heavy and fast LOOPING with it. WOW … what a beast! The blade immediately felt like a Bullet flying out from a gun! My 2 regular sparring players were stunned at the speed and insane amount of spin this Blade produced.

Here’s the thing you need to know about using this blade: You NEED to go all out with your LOOPING … with proper LEG power technique involved to give the velocity required to be unleashed on this blade. If you can do it correctly, you will be rewarded with delightfully fast and powerful looping that will torment all your opponents! This blade is not for the lazy player. It demands an aggressive approach for it to be fully utilized.

It has average flex … which is good for returning hard smashes so that the ball doesn’t fly out of the table. The weight is still pretty light with 2 inverted rubbers on it. When I used RPB with it, it was easily executed. I tried the Handshake version too … and it is equally good.

Overall … this blade is good only if your technique is solid. Recommended for Intermediate to Advanced players only. NOT for beginners…

Quite slow for the new plastic ball era. And I must mention that there are lots of vibrations. You need power to use this blade effectively. It is good for looping as well as blocking. However, for this era, it is better to try Yeo7 Power.

Very balanced blade with medium speed and light flexion. It has a medium hard outer layer but not too much, giving it a wide sweet spot. The handle is comfortable, providing a great feeling. It pairs well with all types of rubbers and is highly recommended for intermediate and advanced level players. It makes blocking, topspin, backspin, spin, and service easy to execute. Overall, it is one of the best 5-layer blades available.

I have developed my technique with this blade. There’s nothing missing on this blade. It has enough flexibility for spin and enough hardness for the smash. It provides a good level of control, and the ball feeling is also fine.

It does have a slight vibration. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to improve their game if they are at a mid-level. The YEO deserves its fame. I think it is the king of five-layer blades.

YEO is one of the best 5-ply blades for a reason. Its merits lie in its linearity and feeling, provided by a hard outer ply and a soft core. It offers a superb short game, easy ball placement, and a great range of speeds. Its stiffness allows for stable passive blocking.

The demerits include a lack of catapult away from the table, as the power it has is physically demanding for continuous attack. Additionally, the hardness of the outer ply necessitates precision, as imprecise shots can suffer in quality or result in overhit balls.

Overall, this is an excellent blade for developing players. However, it may be too demanding for players over 40, as 7-ply blades offer more catapult.

I’ve been playing with the CPEN version of this blade, and I must say I’m impressed. It’s a very good blade overall, and I understand why it’s considered a classic by many players.

YEO or YMLEO is a renowned 5-ply all-wood blade from Yasaka, crafted in Sweden. Boasting immense popularity, it’s justly considered a classic. The walnut surface layer bestows a slightly firmer touch while maintaining ample feedback. Despite its moderate stiffness, it boasts excellent balance. Its sweet spot exceeds average dimensions, making it adept for both close and distant play. Its versatility extends to both celluloid 40 and the newer plastic 40+ ball. Composed of walnut, spruce, ayous, spruce, and walnut, it measures 6mm in thickness and exhibits exceptional craftsmanship. My blade weighs approximately 88g. Both the ST and FL handles offer remarkable comfort. In essence, the YEO or YMLEO is a versatile blade suitable for players of all levels, including beginners with a long-term commitment. Its affordability adds to its appeal.

My blade of choice at the moment. I have a JTTA approved version. The straight handle is just perfect for my large hands. The blade feels solid without unwanted vibrations. Stroke feedback is very good, speed and control are well balanced and can be tuned by choice of rubber. Highly recommended for intermediate level.

A very good blade for those who want to have great speed, excellent control, and want to loop and counterloop fast.

This blade swiftly elevated my gameplay. I utilize the CPEN (JTTA) version, outfitted with a XIOM OMEGA V Europe 2.0 on the forehand and a Friendship Super Soft 2.2 on the backhand. I find this setup to be effective, though it may add a noticeable weight. Looping is effortlessly executed, generating exceptional spin. Blocking with this combination is impeccable.

If you possess strong defensive skills but harbor a desire for aggressive attacks with formidable speed and spin, this blade is the quintessential choice. It strikes a meticulous balance between power and control. While superior blades may exist in the market, their acquisition entails a significant financial investment, costing two to three times the price of this exemplary blade.

Good price, good quality allwood blade. My defensive skill went up a lot!

First time using YEO, I struggled a little attacking… Speed is quite slow, but that was because I did my stroke / loop wrongly… After constant learning and improvement… I really like this blade!

Lightweight blade, along with H8 (FH) and Vega Pro (BH), I feel I’ve progressed a lot, the percentage of the ball went in increased a lot, chopping is also possible. Looping becomes easier, the feeling is good. I think this blade is one of the best 5 ply allwood blade for a long time…

If you play like Ma Lin or Xu Xin, this is the blade for you. It’s ideal for all-out close-to-the-table attackers or away-from-the-table power loopers. In short, this blade is designed for power players with extreme strokes who can take full advantage of its capabilities.

Frankly, this blade is very good in all its aspects. However, its disadvantage is that it is not still crafted as per expectations.

I used the Yasaka Rakza7 on both sides but had problems getting the ball on the table, so I tried using short pips on the forehand side with Spectol. That was difficult too.

Then I purchased the Aruna Off+, which has a flared and flexible handle for forehand and backhand but was still not satisfied. So I purchased the DHS CW-C blade, which is a nice blade and has a big head & face, nicely well-crafted handle, and good performance on the table.

So after my observation & conclusion, I came to know that the Yasaka Malin has a short handle and the head & face in a bit small, so I added a piece of extra 6mm wood to the handle to make it a bit long and sanded the handle to fit my hand exactly.

Now I can topspin with short pips easily and have good control. I am trying to put DHS skyline neo 3 on it. This blade is a very good blade, but craftsmanship is a bit poor so players have no idea why they can’t get good power on this blade. I figured it out after a year. Now this blade performance in really deadly.

I hope in the long run Yasaka improves and upgrades this blade with a beautiful head & a bit bigger face like DHS & a flared handle like those of Stiga blade.

I recommend this blade for players of all types.

King of Control

This is a well-balanced blade with a large sweet spot. It excels in control. The soft and flexible blade makes it easy to drive and spin. It is the only blade that I’ve found which can redress Skyline Neo TG3’s weakness in control, giving it many gears. However, if you prefer speed, you will need a fast rubber, such as Donic Blue P1 Turbo. Even with P1 Turbo, control is still a key feature of this blade.

Review for CP JTTA Version

My blade weighs 91 grams, making it heavy. It is good for smashing, but it doesn’t have the same feel and power for smashing as a 1-ply hinoki blade.

Mine is 87g, paired with Rakza 9 & 7 soft. I think this is a very good all-wood offensive blade with a reasonable price. If you are an offensive-minded style of play, get used to it with this blade before upgrading to a more speedy and less controlled blade.

After all, this is the legendary YEO blade… a must-have blade.

Good blade. Despite being hard, it has a lot of flex and many gear options. It is slow on touch strokes but explosive on harder swings.

The sweet spot is big, but the feeling of the sweet spot is not as distinct as in most composite blades due to the vibrations that follow after hitting the ball. The vibrations are more pronounced with the new plastic ball.

This makes it unsuitable for consistent hitting, but looping is a dream.

Overall, it is a very nice blade.

I use the JTTAA version, and I do not know how the regular version plays.

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This is a great all-wood blade. It’s fast but not too fast, has great control, and the stiffness and hardness are good for the attacking style. It’s cheap and of good quality. The FL handle is comfortable. Coming from the Korbel/Primorac, this is an upgrade (a better upgrade).

With this blade, I started playing TT as a penhold grip. Then I changed to a Classic grip and it was still a good blade. The thing that I like more about this blade is the control.

Short game keeps the ball low with good spin, block is nice with a tensor rubber. The middle of the blade is hard, which gives a faster speed.

Overall, it is a great blade for the price. I recommend the blade for players that like a great feel for control and offensive style.

Advanced Blade (my favorite)

Nice touch, amazing speed, and great control. You can play from mid-distance or away from the table - it has excellent speed. Good for topspins from both forehand and backhand. Dwell time is less unlike all-round wood blades. This is my current blade.

Great blade. Very consistent, with a very good feeling of its speed and block in your hand.

This blade is the best I’ve tried in years. I’ve been using the Donic Ovtcharov Senso Soft Carbon (penhold). Then I got the Yasaka Ma Lin Extra OFF blade. It is so fast. I can play long distance, medium distance, and close to the table. I am currently using it with the new Yasaka Rising Dragon on my FH and Yasaka Rakza 9 on my BH. It is the best combination ever. You can have loads of speed with loads of control. Every offensive player can use this blade.

Blade: Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive (J.T.T.A.A ver) CS FH: Xiom Omega V Tour DF (max) BH: Butterfly Solcion (1.9)

From my extensive experience with table tennis (TT) blades, I have used both carbon and all-wood blades from reputable brands like DHS, Yasaka, Stiga, Xiom, and Butterfly. Among these, the Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive blade stands out as one of the most controllable yet powerful blades for close to medium distance table play. While I cannot provide the exact weight of my blade, it is noticeably lighter than the Stiga Clipper WRB and thinner than the Stiga Ebenholz V. Despite its thickness, it offers a solid feel and excellent touch.

After more than six months of experience with this blade, I can confidently say that it provides exceptional consistency, allowing for precise ball placement on the table with any stroke (assuming adequate training). My backhand (BH) rubbers produce topspin and forehand (FH) opening loops with remarkable accuracy, and the blade generates sufficient power to finish points effectively. While smashing is not as exceptional as 7-ply or carbon blades, it is still more powerful than the average 5-ply blades. The blade also offers excellent touch on pushes and serves, and while I do not practice chop strokes as a Chinese penhold user, I cannot comment on its performance in that aspect.

In summary, I highly recommend the Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive blade for offensive loopers who prefer close to mid-distance table play. Its reasonable price and exceptional performance make it an excellent choice for those looking for a blade that combines control and power. I have purchased two additional blades as replacements due to its exceptional quality.

Very nice blade. It allows you to have a good feel and I have no regrets buying it. The weight isn’t very consistent, but I took one which was 88g. It is heavy but powerful. I could still respond to RPB fairly quickly. The blade vibrates a little, but overall it is the perfect setup for me. I paired it with the new Yasaka Rising Dragon Max as FH and Yasaka Raksa 7 soft Max as BH. The only issue is that the workmanship isn’t as great as Nittaku blades.

Nice blade. Perfect for blocking because of its stiffness and hardness but, amazingly, it’s very good for topspin. Speed is comparable to TB Spirit but the all-wood feeling of YEO is much better. Overall it’s a very good blade, stable and predictable, good for every kind of strokes. It’s not hard to understand why it’s one of the all time best all wood blades. Highly recommended!

I give this blade a 10/10 because I enjoy it a lot. My YEO weighs about 85 grams, and I pair it with a Rakza 7 (max) and M2 (max). It was somewhat heavy for the initial sessions, but I have become accustomed to it, and I believe it enhances my looping/driving techniques.

I used to have a poor drive style, which resulted in the incorrect execution of the entire movement (completing the drive with my arm near my shoulder), creating a lot of problems. With YEO, I have developed a more appropriate style. The sweet spot is extensive, providing significant power and an exceptional feel. While the short game and blocking are adequate, this blade is primarily intended for looping and driving. It is an excellent 5-ply blade from Yasaka.

As everyone mentions, the feeling with this blade is amazing, indescribable.

The sweetspot is almost the entire blade. My blade weighs 87g and is fast, with medium/hard flexure. The control is the best I’ve tested, a solid 9.5.

I use Rakza7 max on both sides and can produce monstrous spin in both slow loops and loop drive shots. My serve is very damaging. The only problem I encounter is with flat hits, but I believe this is more due to my technique/rubber than the blade itself.

I highly recommend this blade to anyone who prefers playing within 2m of the table. Beyond that distance, it may lack some power.

One of the best 5ply all-wood off blades ever, this blade is a spin monster with a very good feel. It’s more powerful than my Innerforce AL/ALC with better touch. The sweet spot is a bit smaller than a composite blade but still decent thanks to the Walnut top ply and 6mm thickness.

I recommend choosing a blade around 88-90 grams, as the lighter ones around 82-85 grams may feel hollow.

I don’t notice any loss of power compared to my 869-gram Viscaria, but the 5ply all-wood feeling is the best in table tennis. The dwell time is long, the blade vibrates so nicely on every shot, and it’s a pleasure to play with.

I’ve paired it with M1 Turbo/M1/M2 and it was very good every time. It’s also one of the best blades I’ve ever played for blocks.

But again, the main feature of this blade is the feel/touch. I own 12+ Butterfly composite blades, and since I’ve tried the YEO, I stick with it. It offers power, dwell time, great feel, and is a spin monster.

I ordered a JTTAA one around 88-90 grams to see if it can be even better and to have a backup. I’m also looking forward to the Nexy Zealot, which seems to be the Nexy version of the YEO.

The blade balance is also great, which is another reason I prefer the YEO to the Stiga Rosewood V, Ebenholz 5, and Emerald VPS. The YEO is also more powerful while being easier to use in short games.

And the best thing about this blade is its fair price for premium quality. I still can’t believe the price, around €45 in Europe, and you can find the JTTAA version for around €60. A professional version for the Chinese market also exists, usually priced at around €350, but I can get them for around €130, which I might consider.

A good blade for penhold grip, but not so much for shakehand grip. It provides excellent control but lacks power. It performs well for close-to-table play, but is not suitable for counter loops.

Every aspect of this blade is exceptional.

Ottimo telaio. Non propriamente facilissimo da utilizzare. Parabola media con Donic Acuda S2 max fh e Baracuda BigSlam 1,9 bh. Grande scambio e ottimo smash. Si blocca anche bene con un buon feeling. Solo un po’ leggero (87g). Ottimo il manico flared. Da provare.

YEO is a blade that is suitable for me with Tenergy 05 on forehand and Boost TS on backhand. The spin is great. Regarding the control, it’s suitable for me, it’s not too fast like a carbon blade, but you will get a good feel during the game. It’s a highly recommended blade. Most importantly, it’s not too expensive.

The blade is hard and requires a high level of finesse to play well. It is suited for advanced players. Notably, it is fast for a 5-ply wood blade.

Great for close to the table play, I played with it about 3 weeks ago. I think the speed is off, but the control is very good. It also has an excellent feeling when hitting the ball. I used DHS Neo Skyline 3 in the FH and Bryce Speed on BH on this blade.

For me, [the blade is] fast enough and has good control. The ST handle fits my game well. I like the total weight of my racket, [which is] 2.0 Bluefire M2 FH - 2.0 Rakza7 Soft BH. It’s a balanced offensive weapon.

Was a bit disappointed with the quality of this blade. The wood grain looks like it’s going in two different directions!

I have owned this blade for seven months now and play with it two to three times per week. I use DHS Neo Skyline TG2 for forehand and 729 Focus III Snipe for backhand. The blade’s lightweight definitely enhances its controllability, but there’s more to it than that. This blade is exceptional. It complements the characteristics of the rubbers attached to it. If the rubber offers low control, the blade elevates it. Conversely, if the rubber provides high control, the blade maintains its stability. It’s an excellent choice if you’re contemplating purchasing the “Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive Blade.”

This blade is fast between off- and off (Butterfly’s rates) and is lighter than other wood blades. I found its feeling to be not firm because of the type of wood that makes it up. Summary: Good speed and control (Not great, but it’s OK)and light!

I have been using this blade with srivers on both sides for about half a year. I just can’t believe how much my game has improved. It just pushes you to go harder and harder and eventually end up hitting the best shots you have. The loophole here is that it needs a bit of control from the player. And that’s how I like it. Otherwise, you would hardly feel like playing your game once you reach a level with the blade.

It can loop as much as you want and can block rather quickly on the shorter play. The long block or blocking farther from the table is a bit of a headache as the ball doesn’t take off as you would wish. But a gentle nudge forward will see the ball go back to your opponent rather swiftly. It does give me a feel that’s really satisfying.

My only complaint is that this does not come in a straight handle model. That would be a great addition to its credentials. The grip, even now, is heartwarming with the blade just transforming into an extension of your hand!

Overall, it’s a bomb, not a blade. If you master it, you can just leap into higher levels of the game!

Absolutely great weapon. I had this with two sheets of LKT rubbers. Very very light, those LKT are mushy rubbers, but when I paired with this blade, I have an excellent power. I feel like using a tensor, but also has a decent spin.

EDIT (mid 2011): It is not that soft. I was using hard carbons before this, and this blade feels soft compared to carbons. However, I have tried more wooden blades, and I have changed my mind - this is a medium-hard blade with low flex. After more time with Rakza, it works really well. The ball has some vibrations when hit, but it works great except for this (I actually like it more and more day by day). Tenergy also works well, so it is not suitable for Chinese rubbers only. I have not tried it with a soft rubber yet, but I guess flex + soft rubber is not a good combination. I recommend it with rubbers. Great blade.

EDIT (April 2012): After many hours with this blade, I can say much more. I have a non-jttaa regular version. It is softer compared with most carbon OFF blades, but in the range of all wood blades, it belongs to the group of harder ones. It works very well with Rakza (I must say that after all), Tenergy or Coppa X1. These rubbers are medium and make a good harmony together. DHS Neo rubbers work well as well (I do not recommend rubbers harder than 40°). I paired this blade with Palio Thor’s recently, and it was not that good for me. Thor’s is a tacky, hard rubber. It is playable, but hard rubbers like Thor’s require more flex. I have heard that the jttaa version is different; I do not know how it plays. Conclusion: all wood, stiff blade, low flex. Works great with medium-hard euro/jap rubbers and DHS Neo up to 40-degree sponge. If you use harder rubber, look after a more flexible blade.

This review is for the JATTA version only! The regular version has a lot of vibrations and is not as solid as the JATTA ones.

Made for spinny shots and power looping just like Ma! Great at blocking as well and has very good feel. I highly recommend this one!

I have had this blade for a month and it’s a very good one! I recommend it to everyone! It’s very fast with a lot of control. The looping is very good and you can feel the ball.

Fast but good for close table only. Stable but strength-less while playing mid-distance rallying. Make a control racket with classic rubbers. Good for beginners or close-to-table fast attackers.

Pros:

- Very good blade for the price. — Best suited for ratings between — 1300 to 1900 (USATT). — Fast blade with exceptional power. — Pairs well with any type of rubber. — Provides a strong and powerful feel when looping, if used correctly. — Amazing for smashing, with the ability to execute powerful shots with ease.

Cons:

- Control can be difficult to master for beginners.

I think this blade is fast and not easy to control compared to my Innerforce ZLC, which is slightly slower. The faster speed makes it more difficult to control, so some adjustment to your playing style may be necessary.

This is a powerful offensive blade. It’s a little bit stiffer than I would prefer, but I’ll adjust to it for sure. You really need to have proper loop stroke techniques to produce good topspin and lift chopped balls. Where this blade really shines is in fast smashes, drives, and counterloops near the table. It might be your weapon of mass destruction if you can handle it.

Really happy with this blade. It has a perfect blend of speed and control for offense.

It has quite a good controlled feeling. However, it requires a lot of effort to generate reasonable power, speed, and loop.

I have found a brand new special version with Ma Lin face below the handle. It is lighter and harder than the Normal Ma Lin Offensive.

Mine is 76g, my old one was about 85g. Ok, just talking about the new one, the Ma Lin face version.

There were few pieces to choose from, most of them are around 84-89g, but I found one of them at just 76g and when I knocked the blade, the tone was the second highest of them.

For me, I prefer heavier, because my style is looping from mid-table, but the saleslady said “it’s very hard to find a blade that is light but fast.” Well, that’s a deal.

The Ma Lin face version has a slimmer handle, it made my RPB easier. And because it’s lighter, so I can swing faster and create more spin.

This blade is good in serve and very good in close table smash; when the ball comes just a little higher, I can smash. The funny thing is, when I smash harder, it will get more accuracy.

Touch and Control are just fair, because my blade is just 76g and a little hard, also not so good in mid to far distance to the table.

This special blade has completely changed my style from mid-table looping to close table fast attack. Then the speed of smash is the fastest of all my blades, even faster than some Butterfly ZLC, Stiga Dynasty Carbon Xu Xin version.

This is the first blade I ever used. Paired with Hurricane 3 FH and Dignics09C BH, I was able to create fast attacks with ease and was able to give tons of spin when I RPB.

Overall, it is a high-quality blade and very cheap as well. I would definitely recommend this blade to penholders.

Very fast blade with great control.

Not too fast and great control.

Amé la raqueta a primera vista. La madera es perfecta para mi forma de juego y vino intacta. La madera está aún hermosa y funciona genial.

Feels comfortable. Fast but manageable.

Hard and low throw because of outer plies on low impact make it spin-insensitive on the short game, but when you hit hard or block a powerful shot, the flex comes in and gives exceptional dwell and feeling, as well as spin generation.

It’s a bit weak compared to modern blades if you want to make spinny loops, you have to really hit through. Also hard to attack far from the table.

Can get head heavy depending on rubbers. I recommend sealing; despite a hard top layer, it can still lose grains upon ungluing. Heavy models vibrate a lot less than lighter ones.

I’m moving on to a softer and stiffer blade now as it suits my playstyle better, but I developed my backhand loop and underspin open-up on this blade as it’s easier than on any other I’ve tried.

This blade is good for anyone: beginners, advanced players, etc. There is a reason it is one of the top-selling blades and frequently sold out. I have this blade in both handshake and penhold styles, and both are excellent. I think the penhold version is a little better, which makes sense because the blade was developed for a penholder.

This blade is very fast but still has a good feeling of the ball. You can execute fast, spinny attacks from close to the table. Loops are pretty good as well. You have to be active in your blocking. I’ve tried many blades, and I can’t recommend this one enough. If you have any doubts about what blade to buy, get this one.

Really fast blade. Quality blade.

El producto llegó pronto y es de muy buena calidad.

Great offensive blade.

The racket is as described by the manufacturer.

First, I love the anatomical handle of Yasaka (feels right in your hand).
The blade has a very good shape and fine craftsmanship.
The blade is a very offensive all-wood blade good for looping and short play too, more forgiving than carbon blades, good control, and when you swing hard, wow.
Replacing the rubbers is so easy, leaves no effect on the blade surface.
Very good blade for intermediate and professional players.
I don’t recommend it for beginners.

Matched this with the Mark V 2.0 rubbers and super happy with the bat. It complements my game and has also improved my overall game.
Delivery to Australia was made in approximately 5 business days, which is magnificent considering it was coming from Europe and during a pandemic!
I will recommend Tabletennis11 to my friends.

Very beautiful blade, and comfortable in hand.
It performs very well in the game.
And it’s very nice to play with it.
I recommend it for players with an attacking style of play.

You can never go wrong with this blade. Just put rubbers according to your play style, and you’re good to go.

This is the second time I bought from TT11. The first time I bought the Yasaka Sweden Extra. I used the blade for 9 months. It was very convenient for me to use the blade. I saw improvement, so I bought a faster blade, the YEO. I only used it for 1 week because it was too stiff for me. Then I bought the 3rd blade from TT11 again, the Malin Carbon. I received good service from TT11. Salute to you guys.

I am playing close to the table, mostly attacking. I own the Yasaka Battle Balsa, Ma Lin Extra Offensive, Ma Lin Soft Carbon, and Goiabaio5 blades all with the same rubbers (Yasaka Rakza 7 Soft on one side, Rakza PO - pips-out - on the other). This blade is a little faster than the Battle Balsa but seems to have a larger sweet spot. It is really fun to play, blocking, topspin, push, backhand punch with pips-out, etc.

This blade has standard quality, is not faster, and the control is standard too. I prefer Avalox blades or Stiga blades. Much higher quality than the Infinity blade, Intensity, or Avalox 500 and 550. Very soft veneers. Table tennis11 sent me the package very quickly and with good reception.
Thanks.

This is a nice blade with good speed and a good feeling at the same time. I played with Vega Pro 2.0 on FH and Vega Intro 1.8 on BH. I will try the Vega Pro 1.8 on FH, which is by far quick enough for me. I also love the straight handle of Yasaka, flatter than most and not too small. Excellent value for money and made in Sweden, perfect…

It is not so heavy, neither slow nor too fast. It has good control, making it a good racket for beginners.

Even though the blade isn’t extremely light, it does feel like an offensive blade. The weight is distributed as it should be, a little flexy though.

For the price, it will be hard to find a paddle of this quality.

This is my third blade. Acoustic and Rutis could not realize the potential. Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive turned out to be the most understandable and with wide possibilities. The price-quality ratio is unbeatable. THANK YOU TO THE STORE.

A little flexy.

Excellent blade, control, speed, ball feeling. Thank you for the great service TT11!

Beautifully designed. Decent finish. Playing characteristics as expected: slight vibration and hard feeling due to outer layer. Very suitable for Chinese rubber. Tension rubbers are okay with hard, thin, and grippy ones.

Bought this as a second spare blade. Not of equal quality to my other blade. The veneer on one side was fine, but the other side was a mess with odd distortions in the grain that I have never seen on any other blade before now. Maybe a second, as I would be astonished if quality control at Yasaka is non-existent. So in the future I will avoid special offers, as they may be reductions due to poor quality or seconds.

This blade is a bit stiff due to the outer layers, it gives consistency for blocks and hits. It has enough speed to win a game and good control for shots, it may be a bit harder for over table touches because of the shorter dwell time and feeling.
As a result of stiff walnut layers, it is not preferred for beginners or developing players because it gives feedback for power shots not soft touches or slow spins.
I used that blade with Xiom Vega Pro on bh/fh, which fits nicely. Serves, smashes, flicks, spins are quite comfortable.
Also I tested with Hurricane 3 on fh and Yasaka Rakza 7 on bh, Rakza 7 has more control due to mid-hardness, Hurricane 3 fits okay but without boosting has less feel and speed on this blade.
If you want a stiff and balanced blade, it’s perfect for the price. It has good build quality and a large sweet spot.

This blade is useful for those entering the professional level to complete the movement of shots, but in my opinion, its wooden sound is a bit annoying.

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Great pace and control.

This blade is very good for offense.

Great!

This blade is a really nice blade with a good feeling and speed. Hard wood with soft rubber is what I recommend.

I used it for a week - first time using this blade. Slower than Nittaku Acoustic, but a good blade. Low on control, but can get used to it for powerful shots. Overall I like it - value for money.

The Stiga Pro Carbon Table Tennis Racket is a great paddle for players looking to improve their game. The carbon technology provides increased speed and a larger sweet spot for better control. The handle is comfortable to grip and the racket overall feels very well-balanced. I highly recommend this blade for anyone looking to take their game to the next level.

According to the price, this blade is very worthwhile.

This blade is similar to Timo Boll ALC of Butterfly. High control and maximum arc for attack. Best for selection and best price. I bought 2 articles.

This blade has good control and a good price, but for me, it is too hard.

Very good blade.

Great product.

I was disappointed with the quality of this blade. The wood grain looks like it’s going in 2 different directions, and the blade looks like it’s 5-ply on the bottom, but when you look at the top, you only see 3 plies of wood!

I am very pleased with my new blade; received just what I expected. Thank you.

Fantastic 5-ply blade that receives the ball well and provides the appropriate speed and power.

This is a fantastic blade that allows you to play some really amazing shots with ease. It’s made specially for Ma Lin’s style, and that shows. I have both the shakehand FL and Chinese penhold version of this blade (Ma Lin used the cpen version).
Design: Ma Lin Extra Offensive is designed for playing penhold in the traditional Chinese style (close-to-table attacking and blocking). Shakehand players can still imitate this style – there is a shakehand player at my club who plays extremely well with this blade – but be aware that this blade was not designed for shakehand players. The blade is designed to work well with Skyline 2, the rubber of Ma Lin. With Skyline 2 rubber, you can hit the ball very hard if you use a sharp flicking motion with a bit of topspin (see: Ma Lin loop kill).
Beginner players: Some people say that this blade is too fast for a beginner. I think this might be a little bit true – it is pretty fast for a wood blade. But I think anyone can learn well with this blade if you put some slow tacky rubbers on it (I’d recommend Skyline 2 or Hurricane 3, unboosted). If you have experience in another racket sport, or you’re at a level where you can keep a consistent rally going, this is a great blade to learn and play with.
Flick & Loop-kill: The place where this blade shines is the forehand flick and the forehand loop-kill. These strokes are so easy to play, and they’re very effective at the club level because not many people play the traditional penhold style anymore. Penholders will have a great time.
When to hit: Taking the ball right off the bounce is really easy with this blade – even when looping underspin – and taking such shots can be incredibly satisfying. You can take the ball at any time, but it’s most advantageous to try to play the ball right off the bounce.
Backhand punch: The traditional penhold backhand punch is another place where this blade shines. This punch can also be imitated using the shakehand backhand. It’s very easy to redirect an opponent’s smash and block it to an inconvenient location. This is because the blade has an amazing level of control. You can punch the ball really well with the reverse backhand (RPB) stroke as well.
Feeling: The feeling of this blade is kind of funny. It doesn’t feel like other wood blades, and it doesn’t feel like carbon. If I had to describe it, it feels almost like it’s hollow when you touch the ball. It gives a lot of feedback in terms of vibration, which some people like and others don’t. Vibration is good for learning, though, which is why I think this blade can be good for beginners. The vibration feels clean and it does not bother me.
Spin: This blade can create spinny loops from brushing the ball, but they tend to be pretty slow. The low speed can give your opponent an opportunity to counterattack, which is not ideal. Brushing loops will produce a slow (but spinny) ball. Brushing shots are not so satisfying to play, and they leave you feeling like you hit the ball incorrectly. Beginners who learn to play with this blade will learn a lot of good techniques, but they will not learn how to play a brushing loop because brushing loops do not feel good.
Fast looping: If you want a fast loop, you need to engage the core of the blade and hit very quickly. This means that looping far from the table will have very low control, compared to other blades which let you hit fast loops with a slower stroke.
My style and personal thoughts: I am not very agile and I don’t have the best reaction time, but I am tall with a big wingspan, so I often find myself standing far behind the table. Because of this, the Ma Lin Extra Offensive does not suit my style so well. It’s a shame, because I like everything else about this blade, and no other blade competes with this one in the close-to-table game. I played with Ma Lin Extra Offensive for several months and ended up switching to Nittaku Miyabi because of the far-from-table stability. I had a great time using this blade and will continue to use it as a spare. The only blades that I have enjoyed more than this one are 1-ply hinoki.
Who should use this blade: Players (particularly penholders) who are agile and reactive enough to play close to the table should seriously consider this blade. Beginners who want to play a fast attack-based game should also consider this blade. Anyone who admires Ma Lin and wants to play like him should try this blade. This blade is also well-suited for players who use short pips.

The blade is fast enough, but has good control. The feeling of the ball is not lost. Pleasant sound. In combination with Rakza 7, 9 or 10, a top racket was obtained for a meager price. I recommend it.

Excellent quality, feels and sounds great. Very fast but still playable.

I liked the blade a lot. The control is superb with flat trajectory. Powerful with tacky rubbers like the Hurricane 3 Neo but also great with tensor rubbers.

Quite a stiff feeling, even though it is all wood. Good for short-stroke players.

Very good blade.

Fantastic blade with a huge sweet spot.

According to me, the weight of the blade is a little bit heavy, but it is good for intermediates. I really like this blade.

I was using “Yasaka Sweden Extra” with Mark V rubbers but then decided to go for the “Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive” blade with Rakza 9. I was excited to receive the racket and play with it. As usual, I got the delivery well before the promised date from tabletennis11.
Now I am intermediate (I play Div 2 in the UK) but I struggled to control the speed. The blade is extremely quick and very spiny. My opponents were struggling to control my spin and I was winning points on service; however, I was not controlling it well while rallying, especially backhand. I have a strong backhand and I win a lot of points with it, but my style didn’t suit. Also, the other thing is that this blade compared to “Sweden Extra” is a little heavier.
I lost the first match of my season after winning at least 10 matches.
I decided to go back to my old blade. Now I am using “Yasaka Sweden Extra” with Mark V backhand and Rakza 9 forehand.
Now I am not concluding that Ma Lin Extra Offensive is bad, but it was not worth it. If someone is really an offensive player and knows how to control the topspin, go ahead with it. You will be amazed by its speed.
If you are reading this boring review, thank you.

The blade has a nice feeling, with good speed for players who like to play in an aggressive style.

Medium-fast speed, good control, excellent feeling, lightweight, comfortable ST handle, easy to generate spin, all strokes are consistent. You cannot go wrong with this blade. The serves are easy. It is recommended for intermediate and advanced players.

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The racket is up to the mark as per my expectation. It’s not too fast like a carbon racket, but it is fast enough for offensive shots. Control is superb. I will give 5 out of 5 to this product.

I received a defective blade with a huge crack on one side. TT11 immediately sent me a replacement blade free of charge. Excellent service! Thank you, Dmitry!

After using this blade (Hurricane 3 FH and Yasaka XHG BH), I understand why YEO is such a popular blade. It is a solid OFF blade with plenty of gears. It’s thin and flexible enough to make looping very easy, but it has enough support for an effective blocking game. All in all, very satisfied. This blade reminds me of Stiga Intensity, just a tad bit stiffer and slower.

Great blade for beginner and intermediate-level players. I highly recommend it.

This blade is pretty average, in my opinion. I think it’s good for someone new to the sport.

First of all, I would like to say about the work of the store. The service is top-notch. Fast delivery, the possibility to choose by weight. Everything is OK.
About the blade. My copy: FL handle, weight 87g (as requested), no complaints about the quality of manufacturing. I took the blade for playing with sticky rubbers, FH - Yinhe Venus II 40°, BH - Yinhe Venus II 37°. Before this, I tried rubbers on the Yasaka Sweden Extra blade, liked the spin and control, but lacked the speed and power to make decisions on the outcome of the rally as quickly as possible. That’s why I decided to get the YEO - a classic for sticky rubbers. I haven’t played with it much yet, so I can’t say a lot. But this is exactly what I was looking for. I recommend it.

Good control, good for those who want to change from a fast blade to a slower blade.

I love this blade.

VERY EXCELLENT.

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It shines when close to the table. Good speed and control. I can place a very spinning serve with it. Highly recommended.

I picked this as my main blade out of 15 others.

TT11’s service is as good as always.

Very good racket. My son loves it very much.

I’m a beginner and I don’t know many blades, but I’m very satisfied with this. I’m not an offensive player and I was concerned about this being too aggressive, but I think it gives very good control plus speed.

Основание понравилось в игре, но есть свои косяки в самом исполнении.

The weight and wood grain are perfect.

This is a stiff blade. I ordered a 90g blade, and TT11 sent me the exact weight. The blade face is a little small compared to Stiga blades. Overall, this blade is perfectly constructed. The balance is perfect, doesn’t feel head-heavy even having Chinese rubber on both sides. It has less dwell compared to other all-wood limba outer blades. I’m using H3Neo on the forehand side. It’s working very well so far.

Thanks to the guys who advised me to get this, it is probably one of the best rackets for its price. It gets better as you push it. I could see myself getting more balls in play, more spin on my shots. Just love it!

Thank you TableTennis11.

Good.

Good blade.

A little stiff, but fast speed. I recommend it for players who are just starting to play table tennis.

Very good, thank you.

The YEO straight-handled I received weighed 89 grams after free VOC lacquering. The wood quality is excellent, and the handle is comfortable. I’m still testing different rubbers (currently 999T / Yinhe Moon) to find the optimal combination. This setup is fast enough but with control, especially in blocking (my style is close to table attack). The FH side works well with Chinese rubbers like H3Neo, 999T.

Table Tennis 11 continues to impress me with their service and prices.

High quality blade, good finish and of course the best service in the business. Nobody but Table Tennis 11. Thanks.

This blade is similar to the Timo Boll ALC of Butterfly. High control and maximum arc for attack. Best for selection and best price.
I am buying 2 articles.

After reading some reviews, I thought this blade would be fast as hell and thus very hard to control. However, I was surprised by its playing characteristics. It’s a great blade, powerful, a bit springy, but very well balanced, without unpleasant vibrations and not difficult to control. Now I have two YMLEOs, first ordered a year ago from another seller and the second from TT11. Both blades have been manufactured perfectly. TT11 dispatched it the same day I ordered (88g, as I requested), and I got it in a week (actually in four days only, since on Friday and weekdays parcel stayed at the customs). It seems you can’t expect anything but great service from TT11. Keep up the good work, guys!