Weight
90g
Thickness
6mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
157x150
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Schlager Aramid Carbon OFF
Butterfly Schlager Aramid Carbon OFF is a dynamic offensive blade designed for players who prioritize speed, spin, and excellent handling. Named after 2003 World Champion Werner Schlager, it blends carbon fiber's power with aramid's flexibility. This hybrid construction aims to deliver a powerful attacking platform while maintaining high control and feel, making it ideal for aggressive, spin-oriented playstyles that rely on powerful topspins and decisive attacks from all distances.
This 5-wood + 2-fiber construction places the aramid carbon composite layers internally, sandwiched between wood plies. The design provides the stiffness and speed of carbon while the aramid aims to dampen vibrations and increase dwell time, contributing to a softer feel and better spin generation. Outer limba layers offer a good surface for spin.
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✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Schlager Aramid Carbon OFF is a fast offensive blade. Its composite construction with aramid and carbon ensures ample power for aggressive strokes, especially when hitting away from the table. The speed is consistent and provides a solid foundation for powerful attacks, making it highly effective for offensive play without being uncontrollably fast.
Despite its offensive capabilities, this blade offers surprisingly good control. The aramid layer contributes significantly by providing a softer feel and increased dwell time, allowing for better ball contact and manipulation. This control is crucial for executing precise shots and maintaining consistency in spin-oriented play, even during fast exchanges.
It offers a balanced feel where the aramid fiber provides a touch of softness and dwell, while the carbon and wood layers contribute a firm, responsive feedback. This allows players to feel the ball sufficiently for control and spin while receiving the direct input needed for powerful shots.
The combination of materials and offensive design results in a medium-high throw angle. This is beneficial for generating powerful topspin shots with good trajectory and depth, helping the ball clear the net with ease and land deep on the table.
The inclusion of aramid enhances dwell time, allowing the ball to sink into the blade slightly longer. This enables players to impart more spin on their shots and offers greater control during blocking and soft-touch play, a key feature for spin-oriented attackers.
This blade strikes a balance between stiffness from the carbon and flexibility from the wood and aramid layers. This moderate flexibility allows for good feel and control in strokes, particularly for looping and driving, without being overly stiff or too soft.
Aramid fiber helps absorb and dampen excess vibrations, providing a more comfortable and controlled hitting experience. While not completely vibration-free, it strikes a good balance, preventing the excessive harshness often associated with very fast carbon blades.
Butterfly maintains high manufacturing standards, and the Schlager Aramid Carbon OFF exemplifies this with excellent construction. The materials are well-chosen, and the blade is precisely built, resulting in a durable, well-balanced product that performs consistently. Players report a premium feel and reliable performance match after match.
Technology
Butterfly Schlager Aramid Carbon OFF utilizes a 7-ply construction that strategically incorporates Aramid Carbon fibers between multiple wood layers. This hybrid technology aims to leverage the speed and stiffness of carbon for powerful shots, while the aramid fiber serves to dampen vibrations and enhance dwell time. The result is a softer feel and better spin generation, bridging the gap between traditional all-wood blades and pure carbon blades for a more refined and controlled offensive experience.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Werner Schlager
The Butterfly Schlager Aramid Carbon OFF was designed and named in honor of Werner Schlager, the 2003 World Champion. His playing style was characterized by a powerful, all-around offensive game with a strong emphasis on topspin. This blade's blend of speed, spin, and control aligns perfectly with the demands of such a dynamic style, suggesting it was tailored to his preferences for controlled aggression, making it a fitting tribute to his legacy.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Viscaria
Viscaria is another highly popular Butterfly blade using an Arylate Carbon (ALC) construction, known for its excellent blend of speed, control, and feel. Like the Schlager Aramid Carbon OFF, it provides a powerful offensive platform with strong spin characteristics. Players who enjoy the Schlager's general performance might find Viscaria a comparable alternative with a slightly different feel due to its ALC composition.
Butterfly Timo Boll ALC
Timo Boll ALC also features an Arylate Carbon construction and is renowned for its versatility, offering a good balance of speed for attacks and control for defensive maneuvers and spin generation. For players seeking a blade that provides a strong offensive punch with manageable control, it is a well-regarded option that shares key performance goals with the Schlager Aramid Carbon OFF.