Yinhe T-1s

Combination of Hurricane 3 National blue sponge and Stiga Airoc S.

First impression: a lot of speed (same level as donic carbospeed) and little feeling when playing. Putting the ball on the table wasn’t a problem with this setup, despite having to adjust the moves. The spin generated with Hurricane 3 was second to none, and the spin with Airoc was good. Both provided easy blocking and flat attacks.

The only negative point was the short game. It was very difficult to keep the ball low and short, especially with Airoc. I imagine I will have this problem with any bouncy sponge. Drop shots were also very difficult.

Blade Review

I tested this blade with a DHS H3N 41 deg (FH) and Andro Rasanter R37 2.0 mm (BH). It felt slightly too fast for me compared to the Yinhe V-14 PRO and DHS Power G5X, which I tested simultaneously.

The blade head is relatively thick, reminiscent of the Yinhe T2s. However, I find the T1s more enjoyable. Looping with the H3N was commendable.

However, backhand play with the R37 was less satisfactory. The ball bounced too quickly, impairing control. Using a thinner sponge might potentially improve this.

The blade has a hollow and rigid feel during gameplay. It can be slightly bouncy in short play, but overall, it’s a solid blade. Forehand looping is particularly impressive, enhancing the speed of my H3N.

Weight: 91 g

Update

I switched to an Andro Hexer Grip 1.7 mm (BH), which I find much more agreeable. I plan to continue using this setup. The H3N with this blade provides an exceptional feel, offering the desired speed and control.

Clone of Schlager Carbon. Violent. Today, I broke a new Joola seamless ball.

Dear friends from revspin.net,

I would like to say that the review of speed for this blade, T1s, is incorrect at 8.7. This is a mistake, as this blade is one of the fastest YINHE blades and cannot have a speed of only 8.7.

Because of this incorrect information, many table tennis enthusiasts who are searching for new blades can be misinformed. Absolutely, the speed for this blade cannot be 8.7. It is a very strong and powerful blade.

The control depends on your technique and the rubbers that you use, but this blade must have a speed of more than 9.

Every one who I asked what the blade is faster or same fast with Sardius recommend Yinhe T-1s. Also from much blade review, this blade is very fast. But after I bought and used, I think this blade is slower even from Palio Energy 06. I must try to add more power for spin, smash, block or balloon deffence. I plan to change to Xiom Axelo or Tcore Pro Hinoki.

Every one who I asked what the blade is faster or same fast with Sardius recommend Yinhe T-1s. Also from much blade review, this blade is very fast. But after I bought and used, I think this blade is slower even from Palio Energy 06. I must try to add more power for spin, smash, block or balloon defense.

I plan to change to Xiom Axelo or Tcore Pro Hinoki.

30 August, 2019: Played for a few matches, very fast blade, great feel and sound. Pretty good control for such a blade. I used MXP + Tibhar Aurus.

I used to try this blade, the Yinhe T1s with an FL handle, and I must say it is a great replacement for my old blade, the Butterfly Schlager Carbon OFF+. This blade is also OFF+, but with much better control and spin than my old Schlager Carbon. It is also lighter in weight (my Yinhe T1s is 87 grams), which is fantastic. The blade dimensions are 158x150 mm, very similar to Butterfly blades, and the thickness is 7.4 mm. The handle is great and fits nicely in my hand.

I attached DHS Hurricane 8 2.1 mm black FH and Friendship 729 Battle II 2.1 mm BH red to the blade. It also works great with other rubbers such as Tenergy 05 and Tenergy 80, Yasaka Rakza 7, and Tibhar Evolution MX-P. As a professional table tennis player, I can say this is a great combination with great speed, spin, and control.

I can easily do all spin shots close to the table, at mid distance, and even far from the table. With these rubbers, it is also great for flicks, serves, and brushing balls with great control. The only problem could be with flat shots with these Chinese tacky rubbers.

I can also say the rubbers were glued after being opened from the package, not boosted, and boosting with this blade is not necessary. From now on, this is my choice of blade and rubber combination. Now I can win against much better ranking players than myself because the ball stays longer on the racket, which helps the tackiness of the rubbers. I recommend this blade only to more advanced and professional players, not for beginners.

I’ll probably get “thumbs up” again today!!! - but I just don’t understand why entering “numbers” into the table should constitute a meaningful review!!!

Update 02/22: Attention, this blade is listed too under “Yinhe T-1s” and to this day is the fastest blade I’ve ever played with. (- and there were some!) I had the opportunity to compare my Yinhe T-1s with the TSP Balsa 8.5 Top Speed (https://revspin.net/blade/tsp-balsa-85-top-speed.html) and the result was clear. The Yinhe Blade has significantly better ball feedback at the same speed !!!

Facts: my blade has a strong FL handle and weighs 91 grams. The outer veneer is Hinoki, however, I could not find out what the core consists of !!! It’s extremely hard and stiff, but unfortunately does not provide enough feedback. (- less vibration, less feedback!!!) With softer rubbers, I couldn’t feel the blade at all. Only with rubbers above 45 degrees (… I used a Nittaku Fastarc G-1) did I get a feel for the blade. Ultimately, I have to admit that this blade is much too fast and uncontrolled for me.

Conclusion: This blade is the fastest Yinhe blade of all and only suitable for higher-level players !!! ( … who play with harder rubbers and should therefore receive better feedback from this blade.)

Addendum: now that I’ve ordered this blade for the fourth time (for a friend), none of them weighed less than 89 grams. - an average of 90 to 92 g.!.