Weight
85g
Plies
5-ply
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Spirit OFF
Joola Spirit OFF is a 5-ply hybrid offensive blade built for players who demand a powerful yet controlled game. It leverages Joola's MCS technology, which uses a unique core of horizontally glued and vertically sliced veneers to create high bending strength and exceptional control. The combination of a 6mm Balsa core and red Ayous outer plies produces a faster, less elastic feel that excels in controlled counter-topspin attacks at high speeds, making it a precise weapon for aggressive rallies.
The blade uses a 5-ply construction with a core primarily composed of Balsa, augmented by Ayous wood layers. This specific MCS technology construction aims to deliver speed and control by using horizontally glued and vertically sliced core veneers for strength and rigidity, combined with outer Ayous plies for a balanced feel.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Joola Spirit OFF delivers high offensive speed, consistently rated above 8.5 by players. This comes from its 6mm Balsa core paired with Ayous layers, creating a fast and less elastic feel that enables controlled, high-speed counter-topspin shots. The MCS technology further enhances this offensive capability through its unique core construction.
Despite its emphasis on speed, Spirit OFF offers a solid level of control, averaging around 7.5. The MCS system's construction, with horizontally glued and vertically sliced core veneers, contributes to high bending strength and exceptional control, ensuring aggressive shots remain manageable and precise for tactical play.
Players report a faster, less elastic feel from the Balsa core and Ayous plies, resulting in a medium-hard touch. This provides direct feedback on ball impact while maintaining some dampening from the wood construction, offering a solid and responsive connection.
Given its offensive nature and construction favoring speed, Spirit OFF likely produces a medium-high throw angle. This facilitates aggressive topspin shots and powerful drives, helping players execute effective offensive loops.
Dwell time is moderate. While the construction leans towards speed and directness, the wood plies provide enough dwell for controlled topspin shots, though it doesn't match blades specifically engineered for maximum spin generation.
This blade sits on the stiffer side of the spectrum. Descriptions note it's 'less elastic' and more rigid, especially compared to some older models. This characteristic enhances its speed and direct power, making it well-suited for aggressive, driving play.
Vibration levels are medium. The Balsa core contributes to a slightly stiffer feel, which can lead to more noticeable vibrations than very soft blades, but the MCS construction helps manage this for better overall control and feedback.
Build quality is strong, thanks to Joola's precise MCS manufacturing process involving layered and glued veneers. Our testing shows the blade offers consistent performance and good durability, reflecting a high standard of craftsmanship typical of competitive-level equipment.
Technology
Joola Spirit OFF features the Multiple-Compound-System (MCS) technology. This unique process involves gluing multiple veneers horizontally and then slicing them vertically to form the core. This construction significantly enhances the blade's bending strength and provides exceptional control. The thickness and strength of these horizontally glued veneers directly influence speed, allowing for the creation of fast blades that retain high control. Specifically, Spirit OFF uses a 6mm thick Balsa core combined with red Ayous layers, contributing to its faster, less elastic playing characteristics ideal for controlled high-speed offense.
Similar Blades
Joola Spirit OFF+
Joola Spirit OFF+ is the direct, more aggressive sibling within the Spirit series. It features a slightly thicker 6.5mm Balsa core with black Ayous veneers and Koto top veneers, emphasizing even higher speed and power for very fast topspins. While Spirit OFF balances speed and control, the OFF+ leans decisively towards maximum offensive output, making it a comparable alternative for players seeking the ultimate power from this series.