Weight
89g
Thickness
5.95mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
158x150
Handles
FL
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Hurricane Long 5 Golden
DHS Hurricane Long 5 Golden is a premium commemorative blade celebrating Ma Long's legendary career, designed for peak offensive performance. This elite 7-ply hybrid features an inner Arylate-Carbon construction that delivers a powerful, elastic response while maintaining a comfortable, woody feel and excellent dwell time. It offers a formidable blend of high speed and precise control, making it a top-tier weapon for advanced and professional players who rely on aggressive looping and powerful attacks. The craftsmanship and refined finish reflect its status as a collector's piece for serious competitors.
This 5+2 inner ply construction positions Arylate Carbon fiber layers between wood plies to boost power and elasticity while preserving a softer feel and longer dwell time.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Hurricane Long 5 Golden operates at an OFF+ level with high speed capabilities, making it noticeably faster than the regular Hurricane Long 5. The inner Arylate Carbon layers contribute to powerful drives and explosive loops, perfectly suiting an aggressive, offensive playing style that demands quick, forceful shots.
Despite its high speed, this blade offers excellent control, a trait attributed to its inner fiber placement and sufficient dwell time. This balance allows for precise ball placement and tactical play even during the most aggressive rallies, giving players confidence to attack with intention.
The feel is solid and direct, offering a more pronounced woody characteristic than the regular Hurricane Long 5 despite the inner carbon layers. It provides a medium-stiff sensation that isn't overly harsh, delivering clear and satisfying feedback on contact.
Players report a good, medium-high throw angle that enables effective looping with an optimal trajectory, especially when leveraging the blade's dwell time and speed for spin-heavy attacks.
The inner Arylate Carbon construction provides a long, effective dwell time, allowing players to grip the ball well for enhanced spin generation, which is particularly beneficial for powerful forehand loops.
This blade strikes a balance between stiffness and flexibility. It's not overly rigid but provides enough firmness for powerful shots while retaining some flex for better feel and touch on controlled plays.
The Arylate-Carbon composition offers superior vibration dampening, resulting in a comfortable feel and enhanced ball feedback without excessive harshness or numbness.
This blade is a premium offering celebrated for its superior craftsmanship, refined finish, and high-quality materials. As a commemorative Grand Slam edition, it reflects exceptional build quality and attention to detail, standing out as a collector's item for discerning players.
Technology
DHS Hurricane Long 5 Golden utilizes a 5+2 ply 'innerforce' construction with Arylate Carbon (ALC) layers placed between wood plies. This design enhances power and elasticity while maintaining a softer feel and increased dwell time compared to outer-carbon blades. The Arylate Carbon contributes to superior vibration dampening and precise ball feedback. The commemorative Golden Grand Slam edition showcases DHS's expert blade crafting with a refined finish and special design elements celebrating Ma Long's career milestones.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Ma Long
Ma Long is intrinsically linked to the Hurricane Long series, with this Golden Grand Slam edition commemorating his achievements since 2022, including his second Olympic Gold. The blade supports his evolving, all-around offensive style, providing the extreme power, control, and versatility needed for his powerful looping, fast transitions, and heavy spin generation.
Similar Blades
DHS Hurricane Long 5
Hurricane Long 5 Golden is an upgraded version of the original, featuring a thicker core and enhanced Arylate Carbon layers for increased speed and power. While the original HL5 is an excellent offensive blade, the Golden version offers a more dynamic and powerful playing experience with a higher performance ceiling for players seeking maximum offensive impact.
Butterfly Viscaria
Hurricane Long 5 Golden is often compared to the Viscaria due to its balanced feel and high-level offensive characteristics. Both are top-tier choices for aggressive loopers, offering good dwell time and the ability to generate spin and power. The Viscaria uses an outer ALC construction for a slightly different feel, but both excel for players who demand control at high speeds.