JOOLA PROLine IAC is a lightweight, 85-gram, seven-layer table tennis blade designed for advanced offensive players seeking a unique feel, balanced speed, and control, especially when playing with plastic 40+ balls. ITTF-approved, this blade combines 5 wood layers and 2 inner carbon layers, ensuring high speed (106/100, ~13.3/20), excellent control (83/100, ~10.4/20), and a strong ball response, making it suitable for aggressive topspin shots, offensive strikes, and counterattacks. The outer layers of Koto wood provide hardness and direct feedback, while the inner carbon layers add dynamic power and prolong ball contact, enhancing spin-oriented shots and return strokes. With a 6.0 mm thickness and lightweight design, the JOOLA PROLine IAC offers flexibility and precision, making it ideal for advanced players looking for flexible blades with carbon fiber dynamics. Available in flared (ergonomic) and straight (universal) handle options, it ensures a comfortable grip suitable for the European (shakehand) playing style. The JOOLA PROLine IAC is an excellent choice for players seeking power, control, and a unique feel that combines the hardness of Koto wood with the dynamism of carbon fiber.

Key Features:

• Blade Type: Offensive / Offensive- (OFF/OFF-)

• Layers: 5 wood + 2 carbon

• Weight: ~85 g

• Speed: 106/100 (~13.3/20 on a general scale)

• Control: 83/100 (~10.4/20 on a general scale)

• Precision: 9.1/10

• Trajectory: 8.1/10 (medium-high, suitable for topspin and offensive shots)

• Thickness: ~6.0 mm (medium, ensuring flexibility and dynamism)

• Outer Layers: Koto wood

• Inner Layers: Carbon

• Handle: Flared (ergonomic) or Straight (universal)

• Country of Origin: Germany

• Certifications: ITTF-approved

• Technologies: Inner carbon layers, Koto outer layers, optimized for 40+ balls

The JOOLA PROLine IAC stands out with its unique construction, high-quality craftsmanship, and flexible feel, making it ideal for offensive players:

Layer Construction:

The blade consists of 5 wood layers and 2 inner carbon layers. The Koto outer layers provide hardness and direct feedback, while the carbon layers add dynamic power, reduce vibration, and improve shot accuracy. Compared to the JOOLA PROLine OAC (5+2 layers, KL-c, ~85 g), the JOOLA PROLine IAC offers similar speed (106/100 vs. 108/100) but a slightly more flexible feel due to the Koto-carbon combination. Compared to the Butterfly Innerforce Layer ALC (5+2 layers, ~86 g), it provides similar speed but a firmer feel due to the Koto layers, making it suitable for aggressive shots.

Koto Outer Layers:

Koto wood, known for its hardness and elasticity, delivers direct feedback and speed, facilitating offensive shots and counterattacks. Compared to the JOOLA PROLine AW7 (7 wood layers, Limba and Ayous), the JOOLA PROLine IAC offers a firmer feel and more power while maintaining good control (83/100). The Koto layers extend ball contact, making spin-oriented shots like topspin easier.

Inner Carbon Layers:

The carbon layers add a dynamic catapult effect, reduce vibration, and improve shot accuracy. Compared to the Donic Waldner Senso Carbon (5+2 layers, ~85 g), the JOOLA PROLine IAC offers similar speed but better control (83/100 vs. ~80/100), making it suitable for a wider range of players. The carbon layers ensure stability, especially during fast shots near the table.

Weight & Ergonomics:

At ~85 g, it is exceptionally lightweight among carbon-based offensive blades, making it ideal for pairing with heavier rubbers like JOOLA Dynaryz AGR or Butterfly Tenergy 05 without losing racket balance. The flared handle ensures a comfortable and ergonomic grip, reducing wrist strain during long sessions, while the straight handle suits players who prefer a neutral grip. Users note the blade’s durability but recommend using edge protection (e.g., JOOLA Sealant) to prevent wood splitting during intense training.

Stability:

The 6.0 mm thickness and carbon layers provide stability, especially during offensive shots and counterattacks. Compared to the JOOLA PROLine OAC (6.0 mm thickness, KL-c), the JOOLA PROLine IAC offers a firmer feel due to Koto wood, making it ideal for aggressive players.

The blade pairs well with various rubbers but performs best with offensive rubbers like JOOLA Dynaryz AGR, XIOM Vega Asia Hybrid, or Butterfly Tenergy 05. Water-based glue (e.g., JOOLA Lex Glue) is recommended for rubber attachment.

Technical Specifications & Playing Characteristics:

• Speed (106/100, ~13.3/20): A fast blade suitable for topspin, offensive shots, and counterattacks near or mid-distance from the table. Slightly slower than the JOOLA PROLine OAC (108/100) but with a firmer feel. Comparable to the Butterfly Innerforce Layer ALC (~13/20) but with a more direct response.

• Control (83/100, ~10.4/20): High control for topspin, blocks, and returns. Similar to the JOOLA PROLine AW7 (84/100) but with added dynamism from carbon. Comparable to the Donic Waldner Senso Carbon (~10/20) but with more stability.

• Precision (9.1/10): High accuracy for precise shot placement, especially in topspin and offensive shots. Carbon layers reduce vibration for stable strokes.

• Trajectory (8.1/10): Medium-high arc, ideal for topspin and offensive shots. Slightly lower than the JOOLA PROLine OAC (8.2/10), aiding quick shots near the table. Stable for active blocking.

Playing Aspects:

• Topspin (9.2/10): Highly effective due to extended ball contact (Koto) and dynamic power (carbon). Medium-high arc suits dominant rally shots.

• Blocking (8.9/10): Efficient at absorbing spin and ensuring stability. Carbon enhances precision for active blocks.

• Push Shots (8.7/10): Allows aggressive pushes on backspin or dead balls, generating strong spin with proper rubbers.

• Counterattacks (9.2/10): Ideal for fast counters near/mid-distance due to carbon’s explosive power.

• Smashing (9.3/10): Effective for flat, powerful shots with precision.

• Serves & Receives (8.9/10): Precise serves (especially with tacky rubbers). Stable passive receives (9.0/10) and effective active receives (8.8/10) due to speed/control balance.

• Flick Shots (9.0/10): Easy to execute banana flicks thanks to Koto’s spin and carbon’s stability.

Rubber Compatibility:

The JOOLA PROLine IAC pairs well with offensive rubbers that complement its speed and dynamism:

• JOOLA Dynaryz AGR: Great for topspin and power shots.

• XIOM Vega Asia Hybrid: Strong spin and speed for counters/topspin.

• Butterfly Tenergy 05: Balances speed and spin for aggressive play.

• Donic Bluefire M1: Explosive speed for flat hits.

• Yasaka Rakza X: Spin and speed for aggressive topspin.

Due to its lightweight (~85 g), it balances well with heavier rubbers (e.g., JOOLA Dynaryz AGR ~50 g trimmed), maintaining racket stability. Users recommend Max (2.1 mm) thickness for forehand (power) and 2.0 mm for backhand (control).

Additional Info:

The JOOLA PROLine IAC blends Koto’s hardness with inner carbon layers for power, precision, and a unique feel. Compared to the JOOLA PROLine OAC, it offers a firmer feel and slightly lower speed, ideal for aggressive players. Against the Butterfly Innerforce Layer ALC, it is lighter and firmer, excelling in close-to-table speed. Users praise its "explosive power," "excellent control," and "unique feel" but note it requires technique (especially for topspin/flicks). ITTF-approved for high-level play, it suits advanced players seeking flexible carbon blades.

Who Should Use the JOOLA PROLine IAC?

Ideal for players who want power, precision, and a unique feel:

• Advanced players seeking a lightweight, flexible carbon blade.

• Offensive players focusing on topspin, smashes, counters, and aggressive pushes.

• Close-to-table or mid-distance play, excelling in topspin, blocks, and power shots.

• Serve & receive specialists, offering precise serves (8.9/10) and stable receives (9.0/10 passive, 8.8/10 active).

• Players wanting flexible blades with balanced speed, control, and firm feedback.

Advantages:

• Speed (13.3/20): High for topspin, attacks, and counters.

• Control (10.4/20): Excellent for close-table play and returns.

• Precision (9.1/10): Minimizes shot deviation.

• Koto Outer Layers: Firm, direct feel for aggressive shots.

• Inner Carbon Layers: Dynamic power, reduced vibration.

• Lightweight (~85 g): Balances well with heavy rubbers.

• Stability (6.0 mm): Reliable for attacks and counters.

• High Quality: ITTF-approved for competitive play.

Compared to JOOLA PROLine OAC:

Firmer feel, slightly slower, but similar control—ideal for aggressive players.

Compared to Butterfly Innerforce Layer ALC:

Lighter and firmer, better for close-table power.

Final Verdict:

The JOOLA PROLine IAC is power, precision, and German engineering at its finest!

JOOLA PROLine IAC Blade

JOOLA PROLine IAC Blade

JOOLA PROLine IAC Blade