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I've recently come across some external carbon blade listings on Ali-express and was wondering how they would play. Extrapolating from existing inner and outer fiber blades, we know that the further the carbon from the center of the blade, the easier it is to activate and the better it is for backhand shots. Therefore I assume external carbon blades to have the minimal activation requirements and would therefore be the pinnacle structure for an offensive backhand.
There are other positives to having external carbon. You will never have to worry about sealing the blade or wood splintering. You can also use to the hardest sponge and be sure it will compress properly upon impact. It won't increase in weight or playing characteristics over time because water based glue won't soak into the wood. You can even use it directly as a hardbat.
Does anyone own an external carbon blade? Any thoughts?
There are other positives to having external carbon. You will never have to worry about sealing the blade or wood splintering. You can also use to the hardest sponge and be sure it will compress properly upon impact. It won't increase in weight or playing characteristics over time because water based glue won't soak into the wood. You can even use it directly as a hardbat.
Does anyone own an external carbon blade? Any thoughts?