Weight
88.5g
Thickness
5.9mm
Plies
7-ply
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Crazy Victory 1
Friendship Crazy Victory 1 is an offensive table tennis blade designed for players seeking a dynamic blend of speed, control, and feel. Its 5+2 hybrid construction features outer Arylate Carbon layers beneath Koto wood, delivering a direct and responsive feel ideal for aggressive, close-to-the-table attacks. The blade offers a well-balanced weight distribution and quality materials, making it a versatile platform for powerful shots and delicate touch play. It's a compelling choice for players advancing from intermediate levels who want a forgiving yet high-performance composite blade.
The blade features a symmetrical 7-ply, 5+2 construction. From the outside in, it consists of Koto wood, Blue Arylate Carbon (ALC), Ayous wood, a core of Tung tree/Ayous wood, another layer of Ayous wood, Blue ALC, and finally the outer Koto wood. This arrangement places the speed-enhancing ALC fibers close to the surface for a direct response, while the wood plies, particularly the Koto outer layers, provide grip for spin and help maintain a recognizable wooden feel and feedback.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Crazy Victory 1 delivers impressive speed, driven by its outer Arylate Carbon layers. It provides a direct and fast response that excels in aggressive, close-to-the-table attacks. While not the absolute fastest blade available, it offers a significant speed boost over all-wood constructions and holds its own against other high-performance composites, making it a potent weapon for offensive play.
Control is where this blade truly shines. Despite its speed, it offers exceptional predictability and ease of use. Players find it provides excellent feedback, allowing for precise ball placement and manipulation. Its forgiving nature makes it more adaptable than many other composite blades, helping players execute consistent flicks, loops, and defensive maneuvers with confidence.
The blade offers a medium-hard feel that is neither overly hard nor particularly flexible. It produces a distinct, satisfying wooden sound on flat hits. While the ALC adds stiffness, it retains enough woody sensation to provide clear feedback, allowing players to feel the ball's contact with both the sponge and the blade itself.
Based on its construction, Crazy Victory 1 typically produces a medium-high throw angle. This is beneficial for offensive play, allowing powerful loops and drives to clear the net with a confident arc, making it effective for both opening attacks and sustained rallies from mid-distance.
Our analysis indicates a moderate dwell time. The combination of wood plies and ALC layers allows for good ball retention, facilitating effective spin generation on loops without holding the ball excessively deep. This balanced dwell supports both controlled, spinny loops and quicker, direct attacking shots.
The blade leans toward the stiffer end of the spectrum. It provides a solid, stable platform for powerful drives and smashes, with only a slight degree of bend. This stiffness contributes to its direct response and is a characteristic often noted by players comparing it to other composite blades.
Vibration is well-managed, striking a comfortable middle ground. The Arylate Carbon layers provide noticeable dampening, reducing harshness, yet enough feedback is transmitted to the hand for good tactile sensation. This balance aids in control and helps players maintain a connected feel during play.
The blade is built with high-quality materials and solid production standards. The external finish and materials contribute to a premium appearance. A common note from players is that the edges can be sharp and may require light sanding for optimal comfort, but this is a minor finishing detail that doesn't impact the overall robust construction and reliable performance.
Technology
Friendship Crazy Victory 1 utilizes an 'external 5+2' construction technology. This design places two layers of Blue Arylate Carbon (ALC) directly beneath the outer Koto wood plies. This strategic placement is key: it enhances the blade's speed and rigidity for direct, powerful attacks while preserving a degree of the flexibility and tactile feedback associated with wood. The Koto outer layer offers excellent grip for spin generation. The Blue ALC is chosen for its specific blend of speed, vibration dampening, and manageable flexibility. Manufactured in China by Friendship/729, the blade represents a focus on delivering high-performance characteristics at a competitive value.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Viscaria
Crazy Victory 1 is frequently compared to the Butterfly Viscaria. TTSensei experts note it is generally stiffer and slightly thicker, while also being easier to use and more forgiving. Both blades share a 5+2 composite construction with ALC layers, targeting a similar balance of speed, control, and feel for offensive players. Many players find the Crazy Victory 1 to be a highly accessible and potentially more cost-effective alternative that delivers comparable high-level performance.