Butterfly Fan Zhendong Super ZLC Offensive Shakehand Blade

A bounce-focused blade with a reaction property of 12.3 from Super ZL Carbon

The Fan Zhendong Super ZLC is an offensive shakehand blade with 2 layers of Super ZL Carbon. Its reaction property of 12.3 and vibration property of 11.1 both rank among the higher figures in our offensive shakehand lineup. It suits advanced players who prefer a firmer feel and strong bounce.

Features

• Blade composition: 5 wood plies plus 2 layers of Super ZL Carbon.
• Reaction property of 12.3 is on the high side even among the offensive shakehand blades we carry.
• Vibration property of 11.1 is also above the median of 10.1, indicating a firmer feel on paper.
• Blade thickness 5.6 mm, average weight 88 g, blade size 157×150 mm (Regular).
• Grip is available in 2 options: FL (Flared) and ST (Straight).

Recommended for

• Players who prioritize strong bounce above all and want powerful shots
• Advanced players who want a blade with high figures for both reaction property and vibration property

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• According to the manufacturer, it's designed with a wide sweet spot for strong rebound.
• Reaction property of 12.3 is a high level even among our offensive shakehand blades.
• You can choose from 2 grips: FL and ST.

Things to consider

• With both reaction property and vibration property on the high side, beginners may find it harder to handle.
• Since the vibration property is high, indicating a firmer feel on paper, it may not suit players who prefer a softer feel.
• Because it's designed with power in mind, it may not suit control-focused players.

Specifications

Figures are the manufacturer's published values. Speed, spin, arc, sponge hardness, reaction property and vibration property are Butterfly's own indices.

FAQ

Q. How high are a reaction property of 12.3 and a vibration property of 11.1?

A. Among the offensive shakehand blades we carry (reaction property 9.4–12.5, vibration property 8.0–11.6), this blade falls on the high end for both.

Q. Which grip should I choose?

A. FL (Flared) widens toward the end, while ST (Straight) is straight and easy to re-grip. Grip size is 100×25×34 mm for FL and 100×23×28 mm for ST. Choose whichever feels more natural in your hand.

Before you buy

• This item is ordered from our supplier after you place your order, then shipped from Japan.
• If it is out of stock at the manufacturer or supplier, delivery may take longer. If a restock is not expected, we may cancel your order. We will contact you by email in either case.
• Ships from Osaka, Japan by Japan Post. We ship this item to the United States, Australia and Brazil. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.
• United States: we prepay the US import duty. It is included in the shipping fee shown at checkout, so there is nothing to pay on delivery.
• Australia: no import duty or GST for orders of A$1,000 or less.
• Brazil: import taxes (about 93–100% of the order value including shipping) are paid by the recipient on delivery. Your CPF number is required for customs; we will ask for it by email after you order.
• Rubbers are sold separately. Please also choose two rubbers, glue and edge tape.
• The average weight is a guide. Because the blade is made of wood, weight and grain vary from blade to blade.
• Images are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.
• Specifications and design may change without notice.