Differences Between Inner and Outer Carbon Blades

Originally published 2026-08-05 · Translated and republished by UltraSpin with permission

Differences Between Inner and Outer Carbon Blades

1. Spending more time in the real world than in dreams or virtual worlds is generally better. The body’s energy is balanced; if physical activity is too low, excess energy flows to the brain, leading to overthinking.

2. Transitioning from a tacky rubber to a non-tacky one often requires adjusting for a few games. Tacky rubbers provide a gripping sensation, while non-tacky ones feel faster. A similar adjustment happens when switching between inner and outer carbon blades. Ultimately, with practice, players can adapt to both.

   (Heima Yazhi ALC, produced by Galaxy Blue Gold Workshop)

3. Whenever I try a high-quality sample blade or rubber, I worry the final product might not meet the same standards. This is a common practice among some manufacturers—they can produce good equipment but often prioritize quantity over quality.

4. Some brands will discard blades with minor wood imperfections or use them as prizes in giveaways. Others might blame usage issues even when the blade has delaminated.

5. In a decade-old interview with the Hong Kong team, some players cited Butterfly’s consistent quality control as a reason for choosing their rubbers. They appreciated that the company didn’t compromise on older products when releasing new ones.

   This consistency is challenging to maintain because rubber production doesn’t always yield a high success rate.

6. Regarding the ‘rat race’ in the market, many brand agents find themselves in a ‘brand profits, I don’t’ situation. Often, their purchasing prices are higher than those on platforms like Pinduoduo or Xianyu. This makes me understand why some brands enforce strict price controls, even on second-hand markets.

   Ultimately, considering the agents’ interests can lead to a win-win situation.

7. From the Ice Cream AZX/AZXI to the AZX Pro/AZXI Pro, the enlarged sweet spot enhances the ball-gripping feel and power. However, it also makes the blade more challenging to control for amateur players. If the goal is to cater to amateur players, would reducing the blade size be more beneficial?

   

8. At moderate power levels, outer carbon blades offer faster acceleration. This increased speed opens up more possibilities for variation in play.

9. Outer carbon blades encourage habits that require less active force, while inner carbon blades promote continuous power application. The core of inner aramid carbon blades lies in mastering power control.