Weight
84.5g
Thickness
7.2mm
Plies
5-ply
Handles
FL
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Hugo Calderano OFF+
Cornilleau Hugo Calderano OFF+ is a 5-ply all-wood blade crafted for aggressive, offensive players. Developed with direct input from Brazilian star Hugo Calderano, it masterfully blends speed and control, making it ideal for those who take the initiative and play close to the table. Its construction delivers excellent dwell time and a medium feel, facilitating powerful spin generation and precise placement. While it doesn't match the raw pace of modern carbon blades, it offers superior touch and a greater margin for error, making it a top choice for players who value the nuanced feedback of traditional wood.
The blade features a symmetrical 5-ply all-wood construction with Fineline outer layers, Ayous inner layers, and a Kiri core. In the OFF+ version, the Ayous and Kiri layers are thicker than in the OFF- model, contributing to increased speed and a slightly stiffer feel while maintaining the traditional wood playing characteristics.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Cornilleau Hugo Calderano OFF+ delivers a high level of speed, surprising for an all-wood blade. Our testing shows it provides ample pace for aggressive attacking play both close to the table and from mid-distance. While not as fast as carbon composites, its thicker core and Ayous layers contribute to a brisk, offensive character that satisfies players looking for power without sacrificing too much feel.
Control is where this blade truly shines. Despite its offensive capabilities, the all-wood construction and medium feel provide exceptional ball feedback, precision, and safety in all strokes. Players report it's adept at blocking, dropping shots short, and maintaining pinpoint accuracy during fast exchanges—a characteristic highly valued by its namesake player for consistent, controlled aggression.
The blade offers a comfortable medium feel that provides an excellent balance. This allows the ball to sink into the blade for enhanced spin generation while still delivering clear feedback for control and touch shots. Many players find it provides a clean, predictable ball feel that's particularly effective on the backhand side.
The blade produces a medium-high throw angle that contributes to powerful attacking shots with good trajectory. This characteristic helps generate effective pace and arc on shots, making it suitable for players who want to loop with both power and safety.
With good dwell time, the blade allows the ball to stay on the surface longer, which is beneficial for generating heavy spin on serves, flicks, and topspin strokes. The all-wood construction, particularly the Kiri core and Ayous layers, creates this enhanced contact time that improves both spin potential and ball placement control.
The blade has medium flexibility—not overly stiff but with enough rigidity for offensive play. This balanced flex allows for some give during powerful strokes to aid spin generation while maintaining sufficient stability to deliver effective speed and power when needed.
Vibration levels are medium, providing good feedback without excessive harshness. The all-wood construction naturally mutes some of the jarring vibrations that can occur with composite materials, resulting in a comfortable playing experience even during powerful shots.
The blade exhibits very good build quality with attention to detail. TTSensei experts note its striking aesthetics and great craftsmanship, with well-rounded edges that contribute to comfortable handling during play. The traditional all-wood construction suggests reliable, quality manufacturing that players can trust for consistent performance.
Technology
Cornilleau Hugo Calderano OFF+ utilizes traditional all-wood construction with a specific layering of Fineline, Ayous, and Kiri woods to achieve its playing characteristics. Developed with direct input from professional player Hugo Calderano, the blade is engineered to match his aggressive, spin-oriented, and controlled offensive style. The OFF+ version features thicker core and Ayous layers compared to the OFF- model, enhancing speed capabilities while maintaining significant control and feel—creating a blade that bridges traditional wood feel with modern offensive demands.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Hugo Calderano
As the blade's namesake and development partner, Hugo Calderano uses this blade for his offensive, close-to-the-table style that emphasizes speed, spin, and precise control. The medium feel and good dwell time allow him to generate powerful topspin shots and execute effective counter-attacks and blocks. He has successfully used this blade in professional tournaments, demonstrating its suitability for the highest levels of competition.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Viscaria
While Viscaria is a carbon blade and Calderano OFF+ is all-wood, both are high-performance offensive choices favored by professionals. Viscaria offers superior speed and a stiffer feel due to carbon layers, appealing to players seeking maximum power. Calderano OFF+ provides more controlled, softer feel with greater dwell time, making it an excellent alternative for players who prefer wood's nuances over carbon's directness.
Stiga Carbonado 45/90
Similar to Viscaria, Stiga Carbonado blades are carbon composites known for speed and offensive power. Calderano OFF+ offers a different experience, prioritizing the feel and control inherent in all-wood construction. Players who find carbon blades too stiff or lacking in dwell time might prefer Calderano OFF+ as an alternative that still delivers ample speed and spin for aggressive play.