ALC Dragon

XVT ALC Dragon is rated highly for speed, reflecting the benefits of its ALC carbon layers. This characteristic allows for powerful shots, especially in counter-attacking situations and during fast exchanges. Players can expect significant pace for offensive plays, enabling them to dictate rallies and finish points with decisive drives and smashes. The OFF+ designation confirms its classification as a fast blade suited for aggressive play.

Despite its high speed rating, XVT ALC Dragon boasts an exceptional control rating. This suggests excellent precision and manageability, allowing players to place shots accurately and execute spin-oriented techniques effectively. The combination of ALC and wood plies contributes to a controlled feel, making it suitable for players who rely on placement and spin as much as power.

XVT ALC Dragon delivers a stiff and hard sensation with a medium-hard feel. This provides direct feedback during impact, allowing players to feel the ball clearly. While offering good stability and power, this stiffness means less inherent softness compared to all-wood blades, requiring players to rely on technique and rubber selection to generate optimal dwell time and spin.

XVT ALC Dragon features a low throw angle. This can be advantageous for offensive players who want to keep their shots low and fast, making them difficult to return. It also aids in blocking and counter-attacking as the ball stays closer to the net. Players accustomed to higher throw angles may need to adjust their stroke technique slightly.

The ALC layers provide a good balance between stiffness and dwell time. While the blade is described as stiff, the presence of ALC allows for a decent amount of ball contact time, enabling players to impart spin effectively. This makes it suitable for topspin rallies and looping where holding the ball slightly longer is beneficial.

The blade is consistently described as stiff, indicating low flexibility. This characteristic is beneficial for generating speed and power, especially in direct attacks and blocks. A stiff blade minimizes flex upon impact, transferring more energy directly to the ball, which aligns perfectly with its offensive design philosophy.

ALC carbon is known for its vibration-dampening properties. XVT ALC Dragon offers a moderate level of vibration, filtering out excessive harshness while still providing clear feedback. This contributes to a comfortable playing experience during powerful shots and helps maintain control during fast rallies.

While specific quality ratings are limited, general user feedback on XVT blades suggests decent build quality for their price point. Manufactured in Mainland China, it aims to offer good durability and consistent construction. Players report that the blades are generally well-made, especially considering their affordability, providing reliable performance for the cost.