Weight
88g
Thickness
5.6mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
157x152
Handles
ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Flaxonite Driver OFF
Andro Flaxonite Driver OFF is a distinctive offensive blade that carves its own path by using natural fiber composite instead of traditional carbon. This 7-ply hybrid construction delivers a feel that's crisper and more direct than all-wood, yet more forgiving and controllable than many carbon blades. It's engineered for players who want powerful, aggressive strokes without sacrificing the nuanced touch needed for precise placement and spin. The blade offers a compelling middle ground, making it an excellent choice for intermediate to advanced attackers transitioning from wood or seeking an alternative to harsher composite options.
The construction is a symmetrical 7-ply build. It features five wood veneer plies with two layers of the natural fiber composite (Flaxonite) integrated symmetrically around the central core. This design aims to add stiffness and resilience while maintaining a wood-like feel.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
This blade is consistently rated as fast, built for offensive play. The natural fiber composite layers contribute significant stiffness and rebound, enabling powerful drives and heavy topspin shots. It provides a direct impact with plenty of speed reserves, allowing players to execute aggressive attacks from both wings.
Despite its high speed, the Flaxonite Driver OFF maintains excellent control. The natural fibers offer a more nuanced and predictable feel than carbon, giving players better command over ball placement and touch shots. This balance makes it highly effective for precise blocks, controlled loops, and varied serves.
It delivers a direct and crisp feeling upon contact. The sensation is firmer than a typical all-wood blade but lacks the harsh, brittle feedback of some carbon composites. This provides clear, communicative feedback that many players find ideal for touch and power.
It produces a medium-low throw angle, favoring a flatter, more direct ball trajectory. This characteristic is excellent for powerful drives and fast loops, particularly for players who prefer to keep the ball low and generate their own heavy spin.
The hybrid construction facilitates a medium dwell time. This allows for effective brushing contact to generate good spin on loops and serves, while the inherent directness ensures a quick rebound for faster shot transitions.
The blade is relatively stiff due to the reinforcing composite layers. This stiffness enhances its offensive power and direct response, though it retains a slight degree of flex compared to some full-carbon blades, aiding in spin generation.
Vibration is moderate and well-filtered. The natural fiber composite helps dampen excessive harshness, resulting in a pure, direct impact sensation without being overly buzzy or numb, which aids in feeling the ball.
The blade is praised for its excellent build quality and finish. The integration of wood veneers and the proprietary composite is executed precisely, resulting in a durable, well-crafted product. The attention to detail in its construction reflects a high standard of manufacturing.
Technology
The core innovation is Flaxonite technology, which integrates layers of a proprietary natural fiber composite into the blade's core. Unlike artificial carbon fibers, these processed natural fibers are designed to be stiff and tear-resistant. This creates a unique playing characteristic that bridges the gap between wood and carbon: it offers increased hardness and a more direct feel than pure wood, while providing better control and a less harsh impact than traditional carbon blades. The result is a blade focused on optimal balance, a pure playing feel, and a compelling synergy of speed and touch.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Sabine Winter
German professional Sabine Winter used this blade, typically paired with Andro Rasant rubbers. Her setup highlights the blade's suitability for high-level offensive play, providing the balanced speed and control needed for powerful, consistent strokes and precise execution required on the professional tour.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Viscaria
Many players find the playing sensation similar to Butterfly's ALC (Arylate-Carbon) blades like the Viscaria. The Flaxonite Driver OFF aims to replicate that desirable blend of speed, spin, and unique feel, but does so using its natural fiber composite system, offering a potentially more controlled and direct alternative.