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The Yasaka Rifle table tennis blade is a 7-ply offensive weapon designed for players seeking speed, control, and consistency. Constructed with five layers of wood and two layers of carbon, the blade strikes a perfect balance between power and precision.
With an overall rating of 8.9 out of 10, the Yasaka Rifle has garnered widespread praise from table tennis enthusiasts. It boasts exceptional speed, rated at 9 out of 10, allowing players to unleash powerful shots with ease. Despite its offensive nature, the blade maintains a remarkable level of control, rated at 8 out of 10, thanks to its carefully engineered composition and refined craftsmanship.
The Yasaka Rifle's stiffness and hardness are moderate, providing a well-balanced playing experience suitable for a wide range of playing styles. Its consistency rating of 10 out of 10 ensures that players can rely on the blade to deliver consistent performance shot after shot.
Weighing approximately 90 grams, the Yasaka Rifle offers a solid feel while maintaining maneuverability. Its thickness of 5.6mm makes it responsive and provides excellent feedback. The combination of these factors allows players to execute a variety of strokes with precision and power.
Overall, the Yasaka Rifle table tennis blade is an exceptional choice for offensive players seeking a fast, controlled, and consistent playing experience. Its high-quality construction and meticulously designed composition make it a favorite among players looking to elevate their game.
Carbon blade with allwood feeling. Great for looping and short play. Initially, I glued it with medium and medium soft rubbers. The second time, I tried it with medium hard and medium rubbers. The second combination felt better. More power will trigger the carbon feel. Overall, I’m satisfied to have this blade as one of my collections.
This is quite a unique inner carbon blade in terms of veneer construction. Most other blades that I have seen have a thicker core ply than the other layers. However, this blade has a core that is as thick as the second and sixth layers. This makes the carbon layer sit deeper from the surface compared to other inner carbon blades.
In play, it feels more like a wood blade in soft-touch play. However, the harder you swing, the more the carbon starts to “kick-in.” Pairing it with a proper rubber (I am using 39° Chinese rubber for the forehand and medium hardness Chinese rubber for the backhand) makes this blade show its potential. It is a spin machine with linear power output and has plenty of control at the same time.
Great blade from Yasaka. Inner Carbon makes the blade fast when hitting with power, yet it remains controllable. I would go as far as to say that Rifle is Ma Lin Extra Offensive with a better sweet spot and feeling.
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