Weight
85g
Thickness
6.1mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
155x152
Handles
FL / ST
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Alvaro Robles OFF-
GEWO Alvaro Robles OFF is a premium offensive blade that masterfully blends speed, control, and a superb natural feel. Crafted in Germany with meticulous workmanship, its 7-ply all-wood construction supports an aggressive, topspin-oriented game while providing remarkable precision for tactical play. The blade delivers consistent feedback, allowing players to guide the ball with confidence during fast rallies and critical points, making it a reliable and dynamic choice for intermediate to advanced attackers.
This symmetrical 7-ply construction features outer Limba layers and five inner Samba plies. The design aims to provide a soft touch and excellent feel characteristic of traditional all-wood blades, while delivering sufficient speed and consistent bounce for offensive play.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
GEWO Alvaro Robles OFF delivers significant pace for offensive shots, earning a high speed rating. Its all-wood construction provides a lively feel that translates into effective attacking power, positioning it firmly in the offensive category while maintaining a balanced character rather than extreme, uncontrollable speed.
Control is a standout feature of this blade, allowing for precise shot placement, effective blocking, and consistency during fast exchanges. The design emphasizes a superior feel, which gives players excellent command over the ball's trajectory and placement, making it highly reliable in all phases of the game.
GEWO Alvaro Robles OFF offers a soft touch and great feel, providing clear feedback on ball contact. This pleasant sensation allows players to sense the ball deeply and make subtle adjustments from the very beginning of the stroke.
It produces a moderate to medium-high trajectory, which helps in consistently clearing the net and placing shots effectively. This throw angle supports attacking play without the ball flying too flat.
The soft feel and 7-ply all-wood construction promote a medium-to-long dwell time. This helps increase spin generation on serves and topspin shots as the ball stays on the blade surface a bit longer.
The blade offers noticeable flex, especially when compared to stiffer carbon composites. This flexibility enhances dwell time and feel, contributing significantly to its excellent control and spin capabilities while still providing strong offensive power.
Vibration levels are very low, with no disturbing feedback reported. This contributes to a controlled, predictable feel that lets players focus purely on their technique without distraction.
Reflecting GEWO's renowned German engineering, the Alvaro Robles OFF exhibits excellent build quality, finishing, and attention to detail. The workmanship is consistently praised, resulting in a durable, reliable piece of equipment that meets the standards expected from high-end table tennis gear.
Technology
GEWO Alvaro Robles OFF showcases the brand's commitment to precision engineering and material selection. The 7-ply all-wood construction uses carefully selected and tested wood plies, including outer Limba and inner Samba layers. This design prioritizes superior feel and consistent bounce characteristics, enabling aggressive play with confidence. Manufactured with high-end German workmanship, the blade ensures durability, a premium finish, and reliable performance that supports a dynamic playing style.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Alvaro Robles
Alvaro Robles, the Spanish world-class player and the blade's namesake, uses this equipment. He finds it perfectly adjusted to his aggressive playing style, offering the excellent feel he relies on to execute his dynamic, confident game in competition.
Similar Blades
Stiga Clipper Wood
Often compared as another popular 7-ply all-wood offensive blade, the Alvaro Robles OFF plays with a similar tempo but is generally considered less stiff and less head-heavy. This can offer a more comfortable feel and easier playability while retaining comparable attacking speed.
Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive
Positioned as an alternative, the Alvaro Robles OFF is noted for having less head-heaviness than the Ma Lin Extra Offensive. This makes it more manageable and potentially more comfortable for players who find other 7-ply blades slightly too heavy in the head.