Weight
88g
Thickness
5.6mm
Plies
7-ply
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
FiberTec Extreme
Adidas FiberTec Extreme combines inner UD45 carbon layers with a Hinoki outer ply, creating a 7-ply hybrid blade designed for aggressive offensive play. It delivers exceptional speed and spin while maintaining a surprisingly high level of control and a comfortable feel. The construction balances carbon's stiffness with wood's flexibility, offering a dynamic experience suitable for both close-to-table attacks and powerful mid-distance loops.
This 5+2 ply construction sandwiches inner UD45 carbon layers between wood plies, with Hinoki as the outer layer. The design aims to provide speed and stiffness from the carbon, balanced by the feel, dwell time, and control offered by the wood layers.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
FiberTec Extreme is a very fast, OFF+ rated blade. The combination of inner carbon layers and the Hinoki top sheet generates powerful drives and smashes, placing its speed at the top end of the spectrum for offensive play.
Despite its high speed, this blade offers excellent control. The balanced construction with wood layers and a Hinoki top sheet provides good feel and a large sweet spot, allowing for precise ball placement and effective spin variation during rallies.
The feel is medium-hard, providing a good connection to the ball. The Hinoki top layer contributes a comfortable touch, while the inner carbon offers direct, crisp feedback without feeling overly harsh.
It produces a medium-high throw angle, ideal for aggressive looping and driving. This arc helps the ball clear the net with safety while maintaining the pace and spin needed for offensive play.
Our analysis suggests a medium dwell time. The combination of the Hinoki top ply and inner carbon allows for adequate ball contact to generate spin while maintaining a crisp response for fast attacking shots.
This is a stiff blade, which is typical for carbon composites designed for speed. The stiffness contributes to powerful, direct strokes but offers less flex for extremely nuanced touch shots.
Vibration is effectively managed. The blade provides clear, informative feedback upon impact, but the sensation is contained and not harsh or distracting, making for a comfortable playing experience.
Manufacturing quality and finish are excellent. The use of premium materials like Hinoki wood and precise construction contributes to a durable blade with a refined feel that players appreciate.
Technology
FiberTec Extreme utilizes an inner-fiber construction with vertically arranged UD45 carbon layers within its 7-ply structure. This design maximizes energy transfer for speed and power while the outer Hinoki wood layers provide superior touch, feel, and spin generation. The specific vertical fiber arrangement differs from common woven carbon, aiming to offer a unique blend of stiffness and controlled feedback.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Viscaria
Viscaria is another highly regarded 5+2 ply hybrid blade with inner carbon and a Hinoki outer ply. It sets a benchmark for offensive play with an excellent balance of speed, spin, and control. Players seeking a similar powerful yet controlled performance profile might consider the Viscaria as a top alternative.
Tibhar Strus Power Wood
While an all-wood blade without carbon, the Strus Power Wood is noted by players for its handle quality. It represents an alternative for players prioritizing a solid offensive wood blade, though the playing characteristics differ significantly due to the absence of carbon fibers.