Weight
82.5g
Thickness
6.75mm
Plies
7-ply
Handles
FL
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Quad-Trip
BBC Quad-Trip is a distinctive hybrid blade from master craftsman Charlie Smith, designed for offensive players seeking a dynamic balance. Its 7-ply construction alternates instrument-grade cypress with proprietary nano-carbon, creating a responsive feel with a generous sweet spot. This design facilitates powerful loops and counter-attacks while maintaining excellent touch for the short game. The exceptionally comfortable handle enhances overall playability, making it a versatile choice for aggressive, spin-focused styles.
This 7-ply construction features a symmetrical, alternating stack of cypress and nano-carbon. The cypress layers provide a foundational wood feel and control, while the integrated nano-carbon fibers enhance speed, power, and the effective hitting area. This design aims for a dynamic, responsive character ideal for offensive play.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Quad-Trip delivers solid offensive speed, fitting the OFF- to OFF classification. It generates fast, powerful shots during topspin exchanges and counter-attacks, allowing players to control the pace. However, it avoids being an extreme speed demon, which helps maintain a foundation of controlled power suitable for all-around offensive play.
Control is a standout strength. The blade provides excellent touch for short-game finesse, precise shot placement, and well-managed spin. This high level of control is crucial for executing strategic serves, consistent returns, and varying spin effectively during aggressive rallies.
Quad-Trip provides a responsive, communicative feel that offers good feedback on ball contact. This sensitivity aids in touch shots and spin generation. While a slight vibration is present, it contributes to the overall sensory feedback rather than detracting from control.
The medium throw angle offers excellent versatility. It provides sufficient arc for safe, effective looping over the net while still allowing players to flatten out shots for more direct, aggressive drives and smashes when needed.
The hybrid construction provides very good dwell time, allowing players to brush the ball effectively for heavy topspin. This characteristic is a key asset for powerful looping and controlling the ball with spin, especially in mid-distance rallies.
The blade exhibits a medium flex profile. It is neither overly stiff nor too flexible, providing a good blend. This allows for solid power transfer on full strokes while maintaining a forgiving, controlled response on softer touches and blocks.
Players report a medium-low level of vibration. This subtle feedback is part of the blade's character, offering a sense of connection to the shot without being harsh or distracting for most users.
Craftsmanship defines the Quad-Trip's quality. Built with instrument-grade cypress and meticulous attention to detail, it feels solid and responsive. The handle is particularly praised for its superb ergonomics and comfort, a hallmark of BBC blades that significantly enhances the playing experience.
Technology
BBC Quad-Trip employs a unique construction philosophy, layering instrument-grade cypress wood with proprietary nano-carbon. This nano-carbon is engineered to be exceptionally thin, enhancing the blade's speed and expanding the sweet spot without introducing excessive stiffness. The goal is to preserve the natural, responsive feel of wood while integrating the performance benefits of modern composites, creating a dynamic hybrid suited for aggressive, spin-based play.
Similar Blades
BBC QQ-T (Quantum Quad-Trip)
The QQ-T appears as a related or successor model from the same maker. Players report it offers a different playing dimension, with its mahogany composition providing a quicker feel compared to the Quad-Trip's cypress. This suggests the QQ-T may cater to players seeking a variation in speed or feedback within a similar hybrid construction philosophy.