What are your thoughts on Yasaka Atletico Power?

[TensorBackhand]

Bought it. I dont know why they had price on the package and it is 1200 China yens which is high price

how do you like it? I've had 3 blades now that play/feel like the Atletico power. They all have that same limba+thick core construction. I don't like how any of them feel.

But I have 1 XVT ZL600 that has the same thick core construction, but feels totally different.

 

[andzejgolot]

Today I received. I REALLY like handle

 

[TensorBackhand]

Today I received. I REALLY like handle

I hated the handle, too thick, hard to twist, also feels short

 

[kevin.c]

I thought, AP and AI were the same blades ... What makes you look for the AP as an AI owner?

Different blades for sure. Have yet to find one at the weight i wanted where the search is still on.

 

[rbtitco]

Today I received. I REALLY like handle

Good, we don't need more children's handles.

 

[kevin.c]

Ive just received the blade athletico power where its too my suprise is 97gm in weight with the wrappers still on. Ive never played with a blade of this weight and Im wondering if this is even playable being this heavy 🤔. I've the option to return it. Is this blade head heavy? if yes its a no brainer to just return it.

 

[rphil]

I’ve tried this blade. The speed and hitting feel are definitely solid, but the directness can make it feel a bit “hard” compared to inner fiber blades with more dwell.
I also noticed the handle and wings being quite bulky. For me, it’s not as much of an issue with blocking or power shots, but when it comes to wristy flicks or quick serves, it definitely feels a bit clunky. Maneuverability takes a hit, especially if you prefer a lighter or thinner handle.

 

[kevin.c]

I’ve tried this blade. The speed and hitting feel are definitely solid, but the directness can make it feel a bit “hard” compared to inner fiber blades with more dwell.
I also noticed the handle and wings being quite bulky. For me, it’s not as much of an issue with blocking or power shots, but when it comes to wristy flicks or quick serves, it definitely feels a bit clunky. Maneuverability takes a hit, especially if you prefer a lighter or thinner handle.

I like bigger handles, actually the handle feels good to me. Only concern is the weight where at 95gm (without wrappers) and being a larger size surface blade, this will be close to 200gm blade with most rubbers.

 

[andzejgolot]

I like bigger handles, actually the handle feels good to me. Only concern is the weight where at 95gm (without wrappers) and being a larger size surface blade, this will be close to 200gm blade with most rubbers.

Sounds like blade with good quality.
95gm if it is handle heavy... But thick core makes this blade too heavy in my opinion

 

[kevin.c]

Sounds like blade with good quality.
95gm if it is handle heavy... But thick core makes this blade too heavy in my opinion

Would you have an idea if it's head or handle heavy?
What does it feel on your blade and what would be the weight?

The blade is really solid, good quality and finishing. The handle is pretty nice and much bigger than the usual Butterfly handles and quite close to my TMXi Pro with a different grip design.

 

[kevin.c]

I've decided to keep the blade. The wings were pretty sharp and required sanding before it becomes comfortable to be held.
Played with it briefly after gluing an old sheet of K3 on FH and Yasaka Rakza X on BH.
First impression is good. The blade is well balanced despite the 95gm weight. It doesn't feel head heavy at all as compared to my 88gm TMXi pro. Overall I'm pretty happy with the spin, arc, speed and comfortable handle of this blade.