Weight
85.5g
Thickness
5.65mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
157x150
Handles
FL
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Joola Aruna Off
Joola Aruna Off is a premium 7-ply carbon blade crafted for power and spin, developed in partnership with Nigerian star Quadri Aruna. It masterfully blends speed, control, and feel, making it a top choice for aggressive, topspin-focused players. The construction features soft Hinoki outer plies for enhanced dwell and touch, paired with Koto and carbon layers for added power. Its well-balanced design ensures stability in fast rallies and precise shot placement. The distinctive handle, featuring the colors of the Nigerian flag, adds a personal touch to this high-performance equipment, standing out for serious players seeking a competitive edge.
The 7-ply construction combines soft Hinoki outer layers for superior dwell time and feel with harder Koto plies and carbon interlayers to enhance speed and power. The Kiri core provides a stable foundation for the blade's overall performance.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Joola Aruna Off offers a strong speed rating suitable for offensive play. While not an extreme speed-focused blade, it provides ample power for aggressive strokes, particularly when paired with fast rubbers. Our testing shows its speed is well-balanced, allowing for controlled execution during fast rallies and powerful attacks without becoming unpredictable.
Control is a standout feature of Aruna Off. The soft Hinoki outer plies and well-balanced construction contribute to excellent ball feedback and stability, making shot placement accurate and reliable. This high level of control benefits blocking, counter-looping, and short game play, giving players confidence in tight situations.
Aruna Off offers a satisfying blend of feel, leaning toward the softer side due to the Hinoki outer plies, yet with the crisp feedback of carbon layers. This combination provides clear sensation on ball contact, allowing players to perceive spin and trajectory effectively.
Aruna Off tends to produce a medium-high throw angle, which is advantageous for offensive looping and attacking shots. This provides good arc and net clearance, helping players execute consistent topspin attacks.
The soft Hinoki outer plies contribute to a good dwell time, allowing players to grip the ball effectively for spin generation. This is particularly beneficial for topspin loops and serves, enabling significant spin imparted on the ball.
The combination of wood and carbon plies gives the blade a medium flexibility. It's not overly stiff, allowing for some flex during powerful strokes which aids in spin generation and feel, while maintaining stability for direct attacks.
The carbon layers add stiffness, but the overall wood construction results in medium vibration levels. Players can feel the impact without excessive harshness, contributing to controlled feedback and a comfortable playing experience.
Aruna Off is noted for its excellent build quality. The finish is often described as superior, with smooth edges and careful attention to detail that contributes to a premium feel and enhanced durability. Players report a consistently high-quality construction that stands up to rigorous play.
Technology
Joola Aruna Off utilizes modern carbon technology integrated within its 7-ply construction. This technology enhances the blade's speed and power without compromising its characteristic control and feel. The carbon layers between wood plies increase the sweet spot size, improve rigidity, and amplify energy transfer during impact for more potent shots. The specific arrangement of these carbon layers, combined with carefully selected wood plies, delivers a balanced performance optimized for power and spin play, meeting the demands of modern table tennis.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Quadri Aruna
Quadri Aruna, the 2014 ITTF Star Awards Champion from Nigeria, is the namesake and developer of this blade. He used Aruna Off during his sensational performance at the 2014 World Cup and continues to be associated with it. His playing style features powerful forehand topspin and aggressive counter-attacking, for which this blade's blend of speed, spin, and control is ideally suited. The design was a collaboration between Aruna and Joola to meet the requirements of power spin players.
Similar Blades
Joola Rossi Emotion
Joola Rossi Emotion is frequently mentioned as having similar construction and playing characteristics to Aruna Off. TTSensei experts note it may be nearly identical, with potential differences in core wood or outer ply thickness. Both blades are known for their good control, feel, and offensive capabilities, making Rossi Emotion a solid alternative for players who enjoy Aruna Off's playstyle.
Donic Waldner OFF 2016
Donic Waldner OFF 2016 shares some similarities with Aruna Off due to its carbon fiber construction and Hinoki outer plies. While the ply structures differ, the general playing characteristics of speed, spin, and control can be comparable. Players report it as a potential alternative for those seeking a similar offensive profile with a different brand feel.