My first impression after 2hr training , including 2 matches.
Blade weight 88.4gr and (as mentioned before by another member) the weight is very balanced, despite the larger head size (158x151). Measured frequency at 1426, which is the same as my 84gr Viscaria and slightly less compared to 86gr FZD ALC (1467). As such, I expected a hard direct feeling of the blade while playing.
Compared to both BTY ALC blades, core layer of Inspira Plus looks thinner. Used 2x Hybrid MK 2.0 rubbers and total weight of the blade 186gr. which felt very comfortable. I used both rubbers also on the Viscaria and Boll ALC in the last few weeks.
It is not a slow blade but it also doesn't have the typical ALC outer feeling. As mentioned earlier by
@Wrighty67 , it is a fast blade, but the "power distribution" is different. Feeling is different compared to BTY ALC. BTY feels harder and direct. Despite having koto outer layer with ALC directly beneath it (just like BTY blades), Inspira Plus feels softer and offering more dwell time. Compared to inner fibre blades with almost similar head size (Ovtcharov ALC and Harimoto ALC) the Inspira Plus feels better for pure topspin play.
Inspira Plus generates higher arc and ball drops less quickly compared to BTY ALC. Very nice when playing short stroke topspin, but I did send multiple blocks too long and over the table.
Although Hybrid MK is not a fast and dynamic rubber, I won't be using this blade with (much) faster rubbers. The combination felt very comfortable and controlled while still providing plenty of power.
This initial impression is based on just 2hr playing and based on the combination of blade and rubbers. Tried (too) many new blades in the past few weeks and I judge a blade always at the first try. And the Inspira Plus I definitely like and will be using this blade during our club tournament this weekend. Regional league starts in 2-3 weeks and I will check out Mantra Pro rubbers on this blade before the start.