Weight
90g
Thickness
8.5mm
Plies
1-ply
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
H-1-9
Tibhar H-1-9 is a legendary single-ply Hinoki blade built for maximum offensive power. Its construction from a single, hard layer of Hinoki wood generates extreme speed and dynamics, enabling powerful attacks even with compact strokes. The design has been revised for modern play with smoothed handle edges for comfort. While delivering exceptional pace, it offers surprisingly good control for an offensive weapon, rewarding players who dedicate time to training. This blade is a potent choice for relentless attackers who thrive on close-to-the-table aggression.
The Tibhar H-1-9 is a single-ply blade constructed entirely from Hinoki wood. This provides a very direct feel and a hard, fast playing surface.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
The H-1-9 is renowned for its exceptional speed, attributed to its single-ply Hinoki construction. It's classified as an OFF+ blade, offering immense power and enabling aggressive attacks with minimal effort, even with short movements. Our testing shows it generates extreme dynamics for a relentless offensive game.
While primarily a speed-oriented blade, the H-1-9 offers a surprisingly good level of control for an offensive single-ply blade. This is largely due to the properties of Hinoki wood and the blade's revised design. However, players report that mastering control during passive strokes requires dedicated training and adaptation to its high base speed.
The feel of the H-1-9 is direct and offers significant feedback. It's described as smooth and springy, but also with noticeable vibration. This hard, fast playing surface provides a unique sensory experience that is characteristic of single-ply Hinoki blades.
The H-1-9 has a relatively high throw angle. This characteristic aids in lifting the ball for powerful loops and helps in lobbing from a distance, making it ideal for aggressive topspin play.
The single-ply Hinoki construction provides a longer dwell time compared to many composite blades. This allows for better spin generation on loops and drives, contributing significantly to the blade's offensive capabilities and feel.
Due to its single-ply Hinoki construction, the H-1-9 is a stiff blade. This stiffness is crucial for its high speed and direct power transmission, allowing for fast, penetrating shots without much flex.
The H-1-9 exhibits a noticeable level of vibration. While this contributes to the direct feel and feedback, some players may find it pronounced, especially on off-center hits. This vibration is a common trait in single-ply Hinoki constructions.
Generally, the quality of the Tibhar H-1-9 is considered good, with well-crafted Hinoki wood. TTSensei experts note that while craftsmanship is typically high, there can be some variability in the wood quality between individual blades, particularly with re-issued versions.
Technology
Tibhar H-1-9 is a testament to the effectiveness of simplicity in blade design. It utilizes a single-ply construction of Hinoki wood, a material known for its natural hardness, speed, and control properties. The blade's design has been revised to adapt its shape and weight for modern offensive table tennis, including smoothing the edges where the blade head meets the handle for improved player comfort. This focused approach allows the inherent characteristics of Hinoki to shine, providing a direct feel and significant dwell time for aggressive play.
Similar Blades
Darker Speed 90
Many players compare the Tibhar H-1-9 to the Darker Speed 90, as both are single-ply Hinoki blades with high speed. Players report the Speed 90 can feel faster, more solid, and with less vibration than the H-1-9, making it a comparable alternative for those seeking similar characteristics with a potentially more refined performance profile.
Other Single-Ply Hinoki Blades
The H-1-9 is often discussed alongside other single-ply Hinoki blades. These alternatives share the core characteristics of speed, dwell time, and direct feel, making them natural options for players exploring this specific and rewarding blade category.