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My Hypertouch is faster than my Viscaria and TBS.
The Hypertouch handle is a little larger & more comfortable. The ball jumps off or catapults more. Loops are powerful,spinny, easy. Smashing is easy. I don't feel the pushes or touch shots as much as Viscaria/TBS.
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Originally posted by yogi_bear yogi_bear wrote:

Originally posted by unstopabl3 unstopabl3 wrote:

Originally posted by yogi_bear yogi_bear wrote:

try the Adidas Strike Wood Carbon, has one of the best handles in the market and also the speed is quite good


Yogi, I've read your reviews about the Hypertouch and Strike Wood, it seems strike wood is too thick and too fast. Would you say Hypertouch is more controllable and has good enough speed power?

Also how would you rate the Stiga blades I've mentioned???

Hypertouch is like a slower Viscaria with a softer feel. I dunno if you would like it.


How would you arrange the following starting from the best to worst:

Clipper CR WRB
Strike Carbon
Infinity VPS V
Emerald VPS V
Carbonado 145
Carbonado 190
Viscaria
Timo Boll ALC
Timo Boll Spirit
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Originally posted by Snakefish Snakefish wrote:

My Hypertouch is faster than my Viscaria and TBS.
The Hypertouch handle is a little larger & more comfortable. The ball jumps off or catapults more. Loops are powerful,spinny, easy. Smashing is easy. I don't feel the pushes or touch shots as much as Viscaria/TBS.


Would you prefer Viscaria/TB ALC/TBS over hypertouch???
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Originally posted by Snakefish Snakefish wrote:

My Hypertouch is faster than my Viscaria and TBS.
The Hypertouch handle is a little larger & more comfortable. The ball jumps off or catapults more. Loops are powerful,spinny, easy. Smashing is easy. I don't feel the pushes or touch shots as much as Viscaria/TBS.


Would you prefer Viscaria/TB ALC/TBS over hypertouch???


I knew you would ask me that  LOL

Of the three, I'd take Viscaria over Hypertouch.
Hypertouch gave me more speed & loop drives, but seems to lack touch.
Viscaria is a more well-rounded blade. But you need some weight so don't go too light.






 

 
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Originally posted by Snakefish Snakefish wrote:

Originally posted by unstopabl3 unstopabl3 wrote:

Originally posted by Snakefish Snakefish wrote:

My Hypertouch is faster than my Viscaria and TBS.
The Hypertouch handle is a little larger & more comfortable. The ball jumps off or catapults more. Loops are powerful,spinny, easy. Smashing is easy. I don't feel the pushes or touch shots as much as Viscaria/TBS.


Would you prefer Viscaria/TB ALC/TBS over hypertouch???


I knew you would ask me that  LOL

Of the three, I'd take Viscaria over Hypertouch.
Hypertouch gave me more speed & loop drives, but seems to lack touch.
Viscaria is a more well-rounded blade. But you need some weight so don't go too light.

 


What weight would you say would be best? I'm used to 85-87g weight, would anything 88-90g provide the required performance from the Viscaria?
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Originally posted by unstopabl3 unstopabl3 wrote:

Originally posted by Snakefish Snakefish wrote:

Originally posted by unstopabl3 unstopabl3 wrote:

Originally posted by Snakefish Snakefish wrote:

My Hypertouch is faster than my Viscaria and TBS.
The Hypertouch handle is a little larger & more comfortable. The ball jumps off or catapults more. Loops are powerful,spinny, easy. Smashing is easy. I don't feel the pushes or touch shots as much as Viscaria/TBS.


Would you prefer Viscaria/TB ALC/TBS over hypertouch???


I knew you would ask me that  LOL

Of the three, I'd take Viscaria over Hypertouch.
Hypertouch gave me more speed & loop drives, but seems to lack touch.
Viscaria is a more well-rounded blade. But you need some weight so don't go too light.

 


What weight would you say would be best? I'm used to 85-87g weight, would anything 88-90g provide the required performance from the Viscaria?


You can add a little bit. Stay in the range of 87 to 89.  You will get a little more power effortlessly
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Originally posted by Snakefish Snakefish wrote:

Originally posted by unstopabl3 unstopabl3 wrote:

Originally posted by Snakefish Snakefish wrote:

Originally posted by unstopabl3 unstopabl3 wrote:

Originally posted by Snakefish Snakefish wrote:

My Hypertouch is faster than my Viscaria and TBS.
The Hypertouch handle is a little larger & more comfortable. The ball jumps off or catapults more. Loops are powerful,spinny, easy. Smashing is easy. I don't feel the pushes or touch shots as much as Viscaria/TBS.


Would you prefer Viscaria/TB ALC/TBS over hypertouch???


I knew you would ask me that  LOL

Of the three, I'd take Viscaria over Hypertouch.
Hypertouch gave me more speed & loop drives, but seems to lack touch.
Viscaria is a more well-rounded blade. But you need some weight so don't go too light.

 


What weight would you say would be best? I'm used to 85-87g weight, would anything 88-90g provide the required performance from the Viscaria?


You can add a little bit. Stay in the range of 87 to 89.  You will get a little more power effortlessly


I've read that the heavier the Viscaria the faster/better it is? So shouldn't I got for 90+ weight???

Also would anybody know about a fish scale wood design Viscaria??? Does it play better than the simple one?

Here is a link:

http://ttnpp.com/store/home/818-butterfly-viscaria--7.html#/weight-91_92g

BTW is viscaria faster than TBS if two blades have same weight and which one is head heavy???
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Originally posted by unstopabl3 unstopabl3 wrote:

Originally posted by Snakefish Snakefish wrote:

Originally posted by unstopabl3 unstopabl3 wrote:

Originally posted by Snakefish Snakefish wrote:

Originally posted by unstopabl3 unstopabl3 wrote:

Originally posted by Snakefish Snakefish wrote:

My Hypertouch is faster than my Viscaria and TBS.
The Hypertouch handle is a little larger & more comfortable. The ball jumps off or catapults more. Loops are powerful,spinny, easy. Smashing is easy. I don't feel the pushes or touch shots as much as Viscaria/TBS.


Would you prefer Viscaria/TB ALC/TBS over hypertouch???


I knew you would ask me that  LOL

Of the three, I'd take Viscaria over Hypertouch.
Hypertouch gave me more speed & loop drives, but seems to lack touch.
Viscaria is a more well-rounded blade. But you need some weight so don't go too light.

 


What weight would you say would be best? I'm used to 85-87g weight, would anything 88-90g provide the required performance from the Viscaria?


You can add a little bit. Stay in the range of 87 to 89.  You will get a little more power effortlessly


I've read that the heavier the Viscaria the faster/better it is? So shouldn't I got for 90+ weight???

Also would anybody know about a fish scale wood design Viscaria??? Does it play better than the simple one?

Here is a link:

http://ttnpp.com/store/home/818-butterfly-viscaria--7.html#/weight-91_92g

BTW is viscaria faster than TBS if two blades have same weight and which one is head heavy???


If you are currently in the 85-87g range, then move to 90+, it might be too much of an adjustment. Im just sayin.  However, if your mind can overcome a >5g increase, go for it.

My TBS and Viscaria are different weights  so i cant compare.
My TBS is head heavy. But depends on choice of rubbers.  
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TBS and Viscaria are more head heavy. ALC is balanced towards the center. 

for FL, i haven't seen a TBS in awhile but i think TBS handle skinniest. ALC straight curve. Viscaria is slightly wider towards the top.

for ST, ALC is the fattest. i prefer FL but ALC is one of the ST i liked a lot.
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BTY has a ton of new blades. Check them out before making a final choice.
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SnakeFish, hows your WSC in terms of speed, dwell, vibration and control?



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Originally posted by ahsq ahsq wrote:

SnakeFish, hows your WSC in terms of speed, dwell, vibration and control?


My WSC is so much fun to play with.  RakzaX on FH, OmegaV Pro on BH. Currently, my favourite in my roster

Speed:  I don't have a problem with the speed. What you put in is what you'll get. Typically, driving the ball gives me above average speed. I like how I can vary my speed effortlessly compared to a harder, stiffer blade.  

Dwell:  Lots of dwell time. Excellent. The grab on the ball is fantastic. Very addicting.

Vibration:  Have to admit there is a little vibration, but it doesn't bother me. The RakzaX being quite hard, muffles it. The OVPro also dampens, but not as much as RaX. I would not use soft rubbers on this blade unless you play defensively.

Control:  Wow!! Touch shots & pushes are elegant. Blocking my friend's power loops is so much better & easier than my Hypertouch.

This Donic handle is a little thicker than other brands. Good for medium to large hands. Small hands should stay away.

Well balanced blade. I wish I played with this blade years ago.  StarStarStarStar    

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Originally posted by Snakefish Snakefish wrote:

Originally posted by ahsq ahsq wrote:

SnakeFish, hows your WSC in terms of speed, dwell, vibration and control?

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Well balanced blade. I wish I played with this blade years ago.  StarStarStarStar    


Nice input, I agree with you. 

One thing of it was it wasnt fast enough for me. WSC is good enough for anyone amateur to semi-pro. 

How is it compared to your Hypertouch?
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Originally posted by ahsq ahsq wrote:

Originally posted by Snakefish Snakefish wrote:

Originally posted by ahsq ahsq wrote:

SnakeFish, hows your WSC in terms of speed, dwell, vibration and control?

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Well balanced blade. I wish I played with this blade years ago.  StarStarStarStar    


Nice input, I agree with you. 

One thing of it was it wasnt fast enough for me. WSC is good enough for anyone amateur to semi-pro. 

How is it compared to your Hypertouch?


I am saying which is better in these categories

Speed:  HT > WSC
Dwell:  WSC > HT
Vibration:  WSC > HT
Control:  WSC > HT
Spin Loops: WSC > HT
Power Loops: HT > WSC
Touch & Pushes: WSC > HT

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