Weight
90g
Thickness
5.9mm
Plies
7-ply
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
In Force S-hac Off
GEWO In Force S-HAC OFF is a premium offensive blade built for modern, high-performance play. It evolves the Force series legacy with innovative Super Hybrid Aramid Carbon Fibre (S-HAC) technology placed near the core. This strategic design enhances speed and acceleration while maintaining remarkable control and a larger sweet spot. The blade delivers a clear, linear playing experience, offering the power for aggressive attacks without sacrificing precision or stability. It's an ideal match for dynamic players seeking a perfect fusion of offensive capability and consistent control.
This 5+2 construction features Limba outer plies for crisp feel, combined with an Ayous core and inner plies for flexibility. The key innovation is the placement of Super Hybrid Aramid Carbon (S-HAC) layers directly adjacent to the core. This inner composite placement enhances speed and power while preserving a softer feel and larger sweet spot compared to outer carbon constructions.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
In Force S-HAC OFF is engineered as a speed powerhouse, perfectly suited for offensive play. The inner Super Hybrid Aramid Carbon Fibre (S-HAC) significantly boosts power and acceleration, enabling explosive shots and quick attacks. Players report it delivers exceptional pace that can put opponents under constant pressure, making it a top choice for aggressive, modern attacking styles.
Despite its high-speed rating, this blade maintains excellent control—a rare and valuable combination. The S-HAC fibre's placement near the core allows for slightly longer ball contact, which expands the sweet spot and enhances feel. This design makes precise placement and confident blocking manageable even during the fastest rallies, giving players power without sacrificing accuracy.
In Force S-HAC OFF offers a straightforward, linear playing feel that is crisp and direct. The feedback is clear, though some players note it can feel slightly muted compared to all-wood blades, but without any loss of control. The slightly longer ball contact time contributes to a confident, engaging tactile sensation.
With its speed-oriented composite construction, the blade produces a medium-high throw angle that facilitates aggressive topspin shots with a good, penetrating trajectory. This characteristic helps players generate effective loops and drives with ample arc and safety over the net.
The S-HAC synthetic fibre enables a slightly longer ball contact time, which contributes to better control and spin generation. This results in a medium to medium-long dwell time that allows for more engagement with the ball during strokes, aiding in shot placement and consistency.
As a modern offensive composite blade, it leans toward a stiffer, more direct flex profile that prioritizes power transfer. However, the inner placement of the S-HAC fibre imparts a degree of flexibility and creates a larger sweet spot compared to outer carbon constructions, offering a good balance of stability and touch.
Vibration on this blade is controlled and somewhat muted, providing a linear feel without harsh feedback. While it lacks the sharp, crisp vibration some players prefer from all-wood constructions, it offers a comfortable and stable sensation that reduces fatigue during extended play.
Crafted in Germany, the In Force S-HAC OFF represents premium-quality manufacturing. The use of advanced S-HAC fibre combined with carefully selected wood plies results in a blade that feels solid, durable, and precisely constructed. Our testing confirms it delivers a high-quality experience that meets the expectations of serious competitive players.
Technology
GEWO In Force S-HAC OFF centers on the innovative Super Hybrid Aramid Carbon Fibre (S-HAC) technology. This advanced composite is layered close to the blade's core, a strategic design that differentiates it from blades with outer carbon plies. The S-HAC fibre is engineered to enhance speed, acceleration, and control by allowing for a slightly longer ball contact time. This effectively increases the sweet spot and provides more consistent, predictable feedback. The inner placement aims to deliver the explosive power required for modern offensive play while retaining a more natural, wood-like feel and superior control, representing an evolution of GEWO's successful Force Series.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Quadri Aruna
Quadri Aruna, a top-ranked Nigerian player, uses the GEWO In Force S-HAC OFF. The blade's combination of explosive speed, controlled feel, and the enhanced sweet spot from S-HAC technology aligns perfectly with his powerful, dynamic offensive style, enabling him to execute aggressive topspin shots and maintain relentless pressure on opponents.
Álvaro Robles
Spanish professional Álvaro Robles is also associated with using this blade. Known for his aggressive offensive game, Robles benefits from the blade's characteristics—its speed, spin potential, and controlled feel—which allow him to generate significant power while maintaining accuracy and precision in his attacks.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Viscaria
In Force S-HAC OFF is frequently compared to the Butterfly Viscaria. Players often note it delivers similar offensive capabilities—high speed and control—with a potentially more accessible price point. The inner S-HAC fibre placement may also offer a refined, slightly different feel compared to the Viscaria's ALC construction, making it a compelling alternative for players seeking that performance profile.
Butterfly Timo Boll ALC
This blade is also benchmarked against the Timo Boll ALC. Our testing shows it has a speed and feel somewhat similar, but with a slightly more 'woody' sensation due to the composite being closer to the core. Players looking for the characteristics of a Timo Boll ALC might find the In Force S-HAC OFF a compelling alternative that offers a distinct tactile feedback and direct power transfer.