Weight
87g
Thickness
6.1mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
157x151
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Head-Heavy
CCA Unlimited
Tibhar CCA Unlimited is a high-performance hybrid blade built for offensive players who demand both power and precision. Its 5+2 construction with Carbon Arylate layers beneath Limba outer plies delivers a fast, linear response with a surprisingly soft touch. The standout feature is its oversized sweet spot, providing exceptional forgiveness and consistency for topspin rallies and counter-attacks. This blade offers a balanced feel that excels from mid-distance, making it a versatile weapon for players looking to elevate their aggressive game without sacrificing control.
The blade features a symmetrical 5+2 construction with Limba outer plies, Carbon Arylate fiber layers directly beneath them, and an Ayous/Kiri wood core. This configuration balances speed and flex while the inner core provides stability and dwell time.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
CCA Unlimited is a fast offensive blade where the Carbon Arylate layers provide significant acceleration for powerful shots and quick counters. Our testing shows it delivers high speed without feeling overwhelming, offering a manageable pace that transitions smoothly from short pushes to aggressive topspin rallies, making it highly effective for offensive play.
Despite its offensive nature, this blade excels in control, largely thanks to its oversized sweet spot that ensures stability and consistency even on imperfect contact. Players report excellent direct feedback and precision, allowing for accurate shot placement and maintained tactical play during fast exchanges.
Contrary to expectations for a carbon blade, CCA Unlimited delivers a surprisingly soft touch where the ball feels absorbed before release. This softer sensation, combined with minimal vibration, creates comfortable feedback and enhances ball feel during play.
The blade produces a medium to medium-high throw angle, especially with modern rubbers, creating good trajectory and depth for looping shots. This helps players effectively attack over the net and maintain ball placement during fast rallies.
The blade offers medium to medium-high dwell time where the wood plies and construction allow sufficient ball absorption for spin generation. This is particularly noticeable on topspin shots where the rubber can grip the ball effectively.
CCA Unlimited is stiff to medium-stiff with carbon arylate layers providing a stable platform for powerful shots. Some players perceive slight flex during hard hits, which aids spin generation without compromising the overall rigid feel.
Vibration levels are notably low as the blade effectively dampens unwanted oscillations despite its speed-oriented build. This clean, direct feel enhances controllability and comfort during extended playing sessions.
CCA Unlimited is generally well-made with aesthetically pleasing Limba outer plies showing good grain. The construction is solid and the finish is of good quality, though some note the packaging doesn't fully match the premium price point, but overall it represents solid craftsmanship.
Technology
CCA Unlimited employs a 5+2 composite construction with two Carbon Arylate fiber layers placed directly beneath the outer Limba wood plies. This 'outer fiber' technology enhances speed and catapult effect while the wood layers provide softer feel and better feedback. Manufacturing aims for linear response, contributing to controlled power and stability ideal for offensive topspin and counter-attacking play. The oversized sweet spot is a key design feature that enhances consistency and forgiveness.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Chen Chian An
Taiwanese national team player Chen Chian An is associated with the CCA series and provided input during the blade's development. While he uses the all-wood CCA 7, his involvement suggests the Unlimited embodies characteristics he values for offensive play, focusing on power and control balance.
Vladimir Samsonov
While more directly associated with the Tibhar VS Unlimited that evolved from this blade, Samsonov's preference for that model indicates he values the performance characteristics found in this blade family. The CCA Unlimited shares similar construction aiming for the speed, control, and feel that top professionals seek.
Similar Blades
Tibhar VS Unlimited
VS Unlimited is essentially an updated version of the CCA Unlimited with different cosmetics and marketed as Vladimir Samsonov's choice. They share identical core construction and performance characteristics, making the VS Unlimited a direct successor or alternative.
Butterfly Marcos Freitas ALC
This blade shares the 'outer fiber' construction concept with Limba outer plies and Arylate Carbon layers beneath. Both are designed for offensive play offering similar blends of speed, control, and feel from composite construction, though with slight differences in elasticity and head size.