{"product_id":"butterfly-outerforce-zlc-cs","title":"Butterfly Outerforce ZLC Chinese Penhold Blade","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA light Chinese penhold blade with ZL Carbon, built for rallies from mid-distance too\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eThis Chinese penhold blade layers 2 plies of ZL Carbon into 5 wood plies. Its vibration property (vibration frequency; a higher value tends to feel harder) of 11.4 is the highest among the Chinese penhold blades we carry, while its reaction property of 11.3 is about in the middle. It suits intermediate players who want power on their shots even from mid-distance, a bit back from the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eBlade composition: 5 wood plies + 2 ZL Carbon plies\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eReaction property of 11.3 is about in the middle among the Chinese penhold blades we carry\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eVibration property of 11.4 is the highest among the Chinese penhold blades we carry\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAverage weight of 79 g is on the light side among the Chinese penhold blades we carry, with a blade thickness of 5.9 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan, with a natural wood finish (no cork) on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eIntermediate players who want power on their shots even a bit back from the table\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThose who prefer a blade with a firmer feel\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros and things to consider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe ZL Carbon makes it easy to add power to shots even from mid-distance\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eA stability-focused design with modest bounce for an Outer Fiber build\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAt an average weight of 79 g, it's on the lighter side among the Chinese penhold blades we carry and easy to handle\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eVibration property of 11.4 is the highest among the Chinese penhold blades we carry, which may not suit those who prefer a softer feel\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eReaction property of 11.3 is about in the middle among the Chinese penhold blades we carry, which may feel lacking for those who want especially strong bounce\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAt a somewhat thick 5.9 mm, players used to a thinner blade may notice a different feel in the grip\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable class=\"kidspo-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eButterfly (Tamasu Co., Ltd.)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eChinese Penhold\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade composition\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e5 wood plies + 2 ZL Carbon plies\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eReaction property\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e11.3\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eVibration property\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e11.4\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e5.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade size\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e158×150 mm (round)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eGrip size\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e82×23×31.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eAverage weight\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e79 g\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCS: 24270\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eRelease date\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMarch 21, 2025\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-note\"\u003eFigures are the manufacturer's published values. Speed, spin, arc, sponge hardness, reaction property and vibration property are Butterfly's own indices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl class=\"kidspo-faq\"\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. What skill level is this for?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. This model is recommended for intermediate players. Its reaction property of 11.3 is about in the middle among the Chinese penhold blades we carry.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. What if I only want to put rubber on one side of a Chinese penhold blade?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. If you only put rubber on one side, apply a racket sheet in a different color to the other side.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul class=\"kidspo-notes\"\u003e\u003cli\u003eThis item is ordered from our supplier after you place your order, then shipped from Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIf 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eShips from Osaka, Japan by Japan Post. We ship this item to the United States, Australia and Brazil. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eUnited 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAustralia: no import duty or GST for orders of A$1,000 or less.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBrazil: 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eRubber is sold separately. Please also choose rubber, glue and edge tape.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe average weight is a guide. Because the blade is made of wood, weight and grain vary from blade to blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eImages are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSpecifications and design may change without notice.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Butterfly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50504916926646,"sku":"BTF-24270","price":18410.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/41YWGPzt6QL.jpg?v=1790336214","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/butterfly-outerforce-zlc-cs","provider":"KIDSPO-カジュアル\u0026スポーツブランドのお店-","version":"1.0","type":"link"}