Weight
90g
Thickness
5.675mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
15.9x15.3
Handles
FL
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Aruna Hinoki Carbon
Gewo Aruna Hinoki Carbon is a professional offensive blade co-designed with Quadri Aruna, offering a sophisticated blend of speed and control for aggressive attacking play. Its unique construction pairs premium Hinoki outer plies for exceptional feel with carbon fiber layers and a soft wood core, delivering direct feedback and surprising precision. This versatile tool supports powerful topspins and smashes while maintaining the touch needed for delicate shots, perfectly embodying a dynamic, creative playing style.
The blade features a symmetrical 7-ply, 5+2 construction. High-quality Hinoki wood forms the outer plies for feel. Carbon fiber layers are sandwiched inside to add speed and a larger sweet spot. A multi-ply wood core, designed to be softer, enhances control and harmonizes the playing characteristics.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Aruna Hinoki Carbon is exceptionally fast, designed for powerful shots and fast loops that can overwhelm opponents. The carbon layers are the primary driver of this pace, providing the stiffness and rebound needed for offensive dominance, especially when paired with modern, fast rubbers.
Despite its high speed, this blade maintains commendable control. The softer wood core and responsive Hinoki outer plies work together to provide excellent feedback and precision, particularly in the short game and on touch shots, making it a reliable choice for strategic offensive play.
Players experience a medium-hard feel with direct, clear feedback. The combination of Hinoki and carbon creates a distinct tactile sensation that communicates ball contact and trajectory effectively, aiding in spin generation and shot placement without excessive softness.
The throw angle is medium-high, which helps create a pronounced arc on loops and attacks. This characteristic, influenced by the Hinoki and carbon synergy, is advantageous for offensive players looking to generate powerful, looping shots over the net.
Dwell time sits in a medium range, offering a good balance for spin generation. The Hinoki outer plies provide enough flexibility for ball-pocketing, while the carbon layers ensure the contact isn't overly long, prioritizing offensive power alongside spin capability.
Flexibility is balanced, neither overly stiff nor too flexible. The carbon provides foundational stiffness for power, while the wood plies, especially the Hinoki, introduce a degree of flex that becomes noticeable during powerful strokes and spin-focused plays.
Vibration is well-managed, resulting in clear feedback without being harsh. The carbon layers help dampen excessive oscillation, while the wood plies absorb impact, creating a comfortable feel that provides information without causing fatigue.
Construction quality is a standout feature, with smooth materials, precise joinery, and meticulous attention to detail. The finish and build rival more expensive blades, indicating a high standard of manufacturing that players can feel in the hand and see in performance.
Technology
Gewo Aruna Hinoki Carbon utilizes a sophisticated 5+2 ply construction. Premium Hinoki wood forms the outer layers, prized for its touch and ability to produce a high ball trajectory. Two carbon fiber layers are strategically placed to enhance speed, enlarge the sweet spot, and add stiffness. A softer wood core is integrated to harmonize the feel, providing control and dampening to balance the carbon's power. This technology delivers the blade's signature blend of offensive explosiveness and refined playability.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Quadri Aruna
Quadri Aruna, the Nigerian world-class and five-time African Champion, co-developed and uses this blade. Its characteristics—high speed, control, feel, and medium-high throw—perfectly match his aggressive, dynamic style, enabling powerful forehand topspins and creative shot-making against top international competition.
Similar Blades
Yasaka Ma Lin Carbon
Yasaka Ma Lin Carbon offers comparable offensive speed and a carbon construction. However, Aruna Hinoki Carbon's use of Hinoki outer plies provides a distinct, potentially softer touch and a different feel, which may appeal to players seeking more feedback and a unique playing sensation alongside power.
Butterfly Innerforce ALC
Butterfly Innerforce ALC shares a similar speed profile and hybrid carbon construction aimed at offensive play with control. The key differentiator is the Aruna blade's Hinoki outer plies, which contribute to a unique tactile feedback and playing feel that sets it apart from the Innerforce ALC's characteristic response.