Hinoki ZL Carbon

XVT Hinoki ZL Carbon is designed for offensive dominance, delivering significant speed for powerful attacks. The ZL Carbon layers beneath the Hinoki outer plies create a powerful launch effect, enabling fast drives and allowing players to dictate the pace of the game with authority.

Despite its high speed, this blade offers excellent control. The natural feel of the Hinoki wood and the unique properties of ZL Carbon provide a degree of flexibility and dwell time, allowing for precise shot placement and accurate play even during the most aggressive rallies.

The blade offers a balanced feel. The Hinoki outer plies provide a characteristic soft, elastic touch with good feedback, while the inner ZL Carbon layers add a responsive stiffness, creating a sensitive connection to the ball.

The construction tends to produce a medium-high throw angle, which is ideal for powerful attacking shots and looping, helping the ball clear the net with good margin for error.

Players report significant dwell time from the combination of Hinoki and ZL Carbon. This extended contact allows for greater spin generation on loops and serves, aiding both control and offensive potential.

Integrated ZL Carbon layers provide a degree of flexibility and elasticity. This enhances power and spin capabilities while preserving much of the woody feel, helping to produce a good arc on powerful shots.

The blade exhibits very low vibration and a large sweet spot, making it feel exceptionally stable and comfortable even on off-center hits. This minimal feedback contributes to consistent control during fast exchanges.

XVT Hinoki ZL Carbon is praised for its high build quality and finish. The use of premium materials and precise construction results in a durable, aesthetically pleasing blade that represents strong value, offering performance often found in more expensive models.