Weight
86.5g
Thickness
6mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
157x150
Handles
FL
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Reinforce AC
Yasaka Reinforce AC is a hybrid offensive blade that masterfully blends speed with control. Its 7-ply construction, featuring Aramid Carbon layers within a wood core, delivers a mid-fast pace and a reassuringly soft feel. Part of the Lean Force series, this blade is engineered for stability and a large sweet spot, making it a powerful yet forgiving choice for players looking to elevate their attacking game with confidence and precision.
The construction is symmetrical, starting with an outer Koto layer for grip. Next is Ause wood, followed by an Aramid Carbon ply. The core is Kiri wood, which is then mirrored with another Aramid Carbon layer, another Ause layer, and finally the outer Koto. This stack creates the balanced power and control profile.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Reinforce AC delivers a confident mid-fast to fast speed, powered by its inner Aramid Carbon layers. This gives your drives and loops serious offensive punch, allowing you to dictate the pace of rallies. The speed feels integrated and manageable, not overly explosive, which helps maintain consistency during powerful attacks.
Despite its offensive nature, this blade maintains impressive control. The inner carbon construction and softer Aramid material provide a feel closer to a wood blade, offering great precision on blocks, serves, and touch shots. You get the power for winners without sacrificing the confidence to place the ball exactly where you want it.
The Aramid Carbon provides a distinctly softer, more cushioned sensation upon contact compared to stiffer carbon blades. This creates a reassuring feedback that aids in spin generation and allows for a longer, more controlled dwell time on the ball.
Shots tend to arc with a medium-high trajectory, perfect for aggressive loopers. This angle helps you consistently clear the net with heavy topspin, making it effective for both opening loops and sustained topspin rallies.
You benefit from a moderately long dwell time. The combination of wood and the softer carbon lets the ball sink into the rubber, giving you ample time to brush and impart heavy spin, which is ideal for developing powerful loops.
It offers a medium level of flexibility. This provides a nice pocketing effect on contact, aiding spin and control, while retaining enough underlying stiffness to translate full swings into powerful, direct shots without feeling mushy.
Vibration is well-managed. While present, it's less harsh and jarring than some pure carbon blades, offering a dampened feedback that many players find comfortable and less fatiguing during long sessions.
Craftsmanship and value are standout features. The blade is consistently praised for its stable construction, solid sweet spot, and excellent performance relative to its price point. It feels well-made and durable, delivering a high-end playing experience that belies its cost, making it a smart investment for serious players.
Technology
At the heart of the Reinforce AC is Yasaka's Lean Force technology, focusing on power and stability. The key innovation is the strategic placement of Aramid Carbon layers. Aramid fiber is woven with carbon to create a composite known for high tensile strength and vibration dampening. By sandwiching these layers inside the wood plies (an 'inner force' design), the blade gains enhanced repulsion and speed while maintaining a larger sweet spot and a more forgiving, controlled feel compared to blades with outer carbon layers. This construction is approved by the Japan Table Tennis Association.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Innerforce ALC.S
Often cited as a direct comparison, the Innerforce ALC.S shares a similar inner carbon philosophy and balanced offensive character. Our testing shows the Reinforce AC provides a remarkably comparable blend of soft feel, control, and speed, positioning it as a highly compelling value-oriented alternative to this premium benchmark.
DHS Hurricane Long 5
This blade is another popular target for comparison. Both are designed for powerful, stable attacking play. Players report the Reinforce AC delivers a similar level of controlled offensive capability, offering a potent alternative for those seeking a high-performance blade with a distinct feel and construction.