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Having seen video evidence, I'd say the opposite is true.
Having seen video evidence, I'd say the opposite is true.
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I liked the Akkad when I first used it. But over time, for whatever reason, it felt light and hollow and I couldn't stick with it. I preferred the Arche for example. The Akkad is a really unique blade - great handle construction. I think my body slowed down and I started looking for faster stuff to deal with the plastic ball so it started to feel really slow to me.
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Next Level I know you used to really enjoy the Force Pro.
If I said I feel like the Force Pro is still good with the old balls like Joola Flash, Xuashaofa, but I am not sure about the plastic balls, sometimes it seems to lack a bit of power for them.
Do you think the Akkad might be a little more relevant for the plastic ball? Maybe just kick out a bit quicker?
I don't want quicker with flex like I would get with an off 5 ply, I need to keep the stiffness on backhand?
And I cant handle Force Pro black or clipper they just seem to rigid and long flat trajectory blades.
Where I play some tournaments and leagues use old balls, whilst others use newer ABS plastic balls, I need a Force Pro for the plastic ball.
Next Level I know you used to really enjoy the Force Pro.
If I said I feel like the Force Pro is still good with the old balls like Joola Flash, Xuashaofa, but I am not sure about the plastic balls, sometimes it seems to lack a bit of power for them.
Do you think the Akkad might be a little more relevant for the plastic ball? Maybe just kick out a bit quicker?
I don't want quicker with flex like I would get with an off 5 ply, I need to keep the stiffness on backhand?
And I cant handle Force Pro black or clipper they just seem to rigid and long flat trajectory blades.
Where I play some tournaments and leagues use old balls, whilst others use newer ABS plastic balls, I need a Force Pro for the plastic ball.
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As you can see in this review:
https://ttgearlab.com/2018/11/03/tibhar-akkad-overview-lab-test/
The main benefit of the Akkad was that it feels very linear. If you like the comparison blades in that video, go for it. But for what I do now, it would be a snail. Carbonado 245 is not that fast when looping to be honest, but at least, it gets me closer to where I need to be. I used all wood blades for a long time, but at some point, if you need to get the ball moving, you need a faster blade. The Mazunov was great but too heavy on the whole. I suspect since you use Thin sponged pips, you can get away with this stuff. But I am a topspin player so I need something that makes the ball move no matter where I hit the ball from.
https://ttgearlab.com/2018/11/03/tibhar-akkad-overview-lab-test/
The main benefit of the Akkad was that it feels very linear. If you like the comparison blades in that video, go for it. But for what I do now, it would be a snail. Carbonado 245 is not that fast when looping to be honest, but at least, it gets me closer to where I need to be. I used all wood blades for a long time, but at some point, if you need to get the ball moving, you need a faster blade. The Mazunov was great but too heavy on the whole. I suspect since you use Thin sponged pips, you can get away with this stuff. But I am a topspin player so I need something that makes the ball move no matter where I hit the ball from.
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Thanks, it sounds about right for me, I love linear blades, although I only realised it recently.
I can only use carbon blades if I am the better player. I block and counter quite a lot and would lose control with the stuff you use I think these days.
And you are definitely a better player than me!!
I can only use carbon blades if I am the better player. I block and counter quite a lot and would lose control with the stuff you use I think these days.
And you are definitely a better player than me!!
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Hehe triple hehe, I used Nittaku Mono (gift from TTD memebr erm) all wood OFF class balde, and when I had to use the Akkad, it was noticeably slower.
I saw the same thing.
Afte using some of Nate's wood blades, Akkad feels slower. I could of course still take it out of bag sight unseen and succeeed with it, but I fully agree with what you observe.
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Thanks for tip about white wenge, I didn't know this wood. I tried Akkad several times (with Stiga Mantra M and Fastarc G1). It is an interesting blade - not a typical weapon for loopers, I would say that it could be used by aggressive allrounders. It is stiffer than Tibhar Forece Pro Blue, Persson Power Play or DHS Power G7. However, it is slower than Black Force Pro or Yasaka Extra Special. It provides more precise response from a ball, when you hit it harder, than typical limba-ayous-ayous-ayous-ayous-ayous-limba blade.
Funny thing is that Akkad was chosen by 2 players looking for a new blade (young boy, quickly improving, playing with Korbel and 40y old guy after 9years pauze). I offered them several paddles, all-wood and composites, they tested it but Akkad was obviously most comfortable for them. Perhaps if you appreciate accuracy in your play and you prefer a blade with no wild surprises, then Akkad could be your choice.
BTW - I had a square ST handle, but my friend ordered flared one for himself and I had to admit that this FL handle is beautifully crafted. I didn't want to give this paddle out of my hand
I didn't try Chinese rubbers on it, perhaps it could be better than FastArc G1 on FH.
Funny thing is that Akkad was chosen by 2 players looking for a new blade (young boy, quickly improving, playing with Korbel and 40y old guy after 9years pauze). I offered them several paddles, all-wood and composites, they tested it but Akkad was obviously most comfortable for them. Perhaps if you appreciate accuracy in your play and you prefer a blade with no wild surprises, then Akkad could be your choice.
BTW - I had a square ST handle, but my friend ordered flared one for himself and I had to admit that this FL handle is beautifully crafted. I didn't want to give this paddle out of my hand
I didn't try Chinese rubbers on it, perhaps it could be better than FastArc G1 on FH.
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And now for something completely different.
New blade and new rubber.
Hurricane Neo Pro Orange 40 degree
New blade and new rubber.
Hurricane Neo Pro Orange 40 degree
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First impressions were excellent. The pimples were amazing on the bh.
Even the Hurricane felt fast on that blade!
Even the Hurricane felt fast on that blade!
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It does have that hollow feel like Infinity, I am tempted to take the handles off and fill them up! My guess is they are very much hollowed out!
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Still really enjoying this blade, honeymoon period coming to an end, but I think she could be a keeper!
Need to tweak the pips I think and try Spectol S1, mid pips are a little erratic on this blade it is so fast for them.
Need to tweak the pips I think and try Spectol S1, mid pips are a little erratic on this blade it is so fast for them.
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I am actually still using this combination and playing very well (for me) except in humidity. The spin I get really helps me and now I have adjusted a little to the Hurricane my control and consistency is really a lot higher than it has been ever possibly, I actually have rallies sometimes, and even more than that sometimes I win them.
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I will believe it when your profile reflects it!NL!
I am actually still using this combination and playing very well (for me) except in humidity. The spin I get really helps me and now I have adjusted a little to the Hurricane my control and consistency is really a lot higher than it has been ever possibly, I actually have rallies sometimes, and even more than that sometimes I win them.
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