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Butterfly Timo Boll ALC
$185 · 1600+
An offensive blade suited to advanced players (USATT 1600+). Community data rates it 55% positive across 575 r/tabletennis mentions. Arylate-Carbon layers give a softer feel than pure carbon. High speed with more dwell than the Viscaria.
575Reddit mentions
55%positive sentiment
20%recommend it
19players use it (flair data)
Characteristics
Speed
8.5
Spin
8.5
Control
8
Consistency
8
Stiffness
7.5
What the community says
Based on 575 mentions across 14,000+ r/tabletennis discussions
"Handle shape uncomfortable for grip transitions"
"Suitable for attacking play against unorthodox opponents"
"Slightly stiffer than viscaria, different handle shape affects flex and comfort"
Recommended by player level
Beginner
27%
Intermediate
24%
Advanced
20%
Playing style fit
26%
Attacking
19%
All-round
20%
Defensive
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Frequently asked
Is the Butterfly Timo Boll ALC good for beginners?
Not recommended for most beginners. The Butterfly Timo Boll ALC is designed for advanced players (USATT 1600+) and delivers its best results with consistent, developed technique.
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