Butterfly Timo Boll ALC vs Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive: Which Should You Buy?
| Butterfly Timo Boll ALC | Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 9.0/10 | 8.5/10 |
| feel | medium | hard outer + soft core, linear |
| handle | FL/ST/AN | FL/ST/AN/CS |
| plies | 5W+2 Arylate-Carbon | 5W (all wood) |
| speed | OFF | OFF |
| thickness_mm | 5.8 | 5.7 |
| weight_g | 86 | 88 |
Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive
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The Ma Lin Extra Offensive is a fast all-wood OFF blade with a superb short game, pinpoint placement and unbeatable value, but linear and happiest close to mid-table. The Timo Boll ALC is a premium outer-carbon blade with a huge sweet spot and effortless power from distance.
Pick the Ma Lin EO for all-wood control, placement and value in a close game. Pick the Timo Boll ALC for carbon power, a bigger sweet spot and strength from distance.
FAQ
Which is better far from the table?
The Timo Boll ALC — its carbon gives effortless power. The Ma Lin EO is linear and best close to mid-table.
Which is better value?
The Ma Lin Extra Offensive, by a wide margin.