{"product_id":"nittaku-flyatt-carbon-alpha","title":"Nittaku Flyatt Carbon Alpha","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"dncx7b\" data-start=\"7\" data-end=\"108\"\u003eNew: Nittaku Flyatt Carbon Alpha – a lightweight carbon blade that makes switching to carbon easier\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"194\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"194\"\u003eFor players who want to switch to carbon without immediately sacrificing control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"579\"\u003eIf you currently play with an all-wood blade, what probably appeals to you most about carbon is the added stability. At the same time, you don’t want the ball to suddenly rebound too quickly and become harder to control.\u003cbr data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"419\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"477\"\u003eThat’s exactly where the Flyatt Carbon Alpha comes in:\u003c\/strong\u003e It combines a larger sweet spot and a more stable feel on contact with deliberately manageable speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"eta6lw\" data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"640\"\u003eThe Flyatt Carbon Alpha is a good choice for you if you:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"950\"\u003e✅ want to switch from an all-wood blade to your first carbon blade without feeling overwhelmed\u003cbr data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"739\"\u003e\n✅ want more stability in fast rallies without noticeably sacrificing control\u003cbr data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"818\"\u003e\n✅ prefer a lightweight and manoeuvrable blade\u003cbr data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"866\"\u003e\n✅ mainly play close to the table with topspins, counters, blocks and early attacks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"ndjzuj\" data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"994\"\u003eIt may not be the right choice if you:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003e❌ already play with fast carbon blades and are mainly looking for even more top-end speed\u003cbr data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003e\n❌ want the blade itself to generate a lot of speed from mid-distance\u003cbr data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e\n❌ are looking for a very soft and flexible all-wood feel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1yrn38v\" data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003ePlaying characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"jpilun\" data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eBlade: Nittaku Flyatt Carbon Alpha\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eA controlled transition instead of a radical change\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003eYou may know the uncertainty that comes with choosing your first carbon blade: you want more stability in fast rallies, but you don’t want every slightly off-centre contact to immediately cost you control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003eThis is where the larger sweet spot of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eFlyatt Carbon Alpha\u003c\/strong\u003e helps. Thanks to its carbon construction, the blade remains more stable even when you don’t hit the ball exactly in the centre. As a result, the feel changes less noticeably on imperfect contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003eClose to the table, this mainly means that you need to make fewer adjustments during fast countering and blocking exchanges and can play through your strokes with greater confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1r0lrr6\" data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"c5q79w\" data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003eMore stability without making the blade feel too fast\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2299\"\u003eMany players are interested in carbon but are also concerned about having too much speed. If the ball leaves the blade earlier and faster than you are used to, it is easy to become hesitant on your first topspin or active block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2301\" data-end=\"2479\"\u003eThe Flyatt Carbon Alpha is deliberately not designed for maximum acceleration. This makes the ball rebound easier to judge than with significantly faster offensive carbon blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2790\"\u003eYou get the more stable and slightly more direct feel of carbon without having to immediately shorten your strokes or completely readjust the power of every shot. Especially when moving from an all-wood blade to carbon, this can make the transition much easier and help you build confidence in your equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ycuvsz\" data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2847\"\u003eMedium-hard feel: clear, but not excessively direct\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2849\" data-end=\"3040\"\u003eWith very hard carbon blades, the ball can leave the racket extremely quickly. Especially under pressure, this can make you instinctively hold back your arm and start playing more cautiously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3042\" data-end=\"3191\"\u003eThat’s why the Flyatt Carbon Alpha has a medium-hard feel. The blade remains stable, while contact with the ball still feels clear and easy to sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3193\" data-end=\"3448\"\u003eThis makes it easier to feel whether your racket angle and contact point are right when playing topspins or counters. That gives you more confidence and allows you to play offensively without the equipment constantly feeling faster than your own movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"8uxvz0\" data-start=\"3450\" data-end=\"3504\"\u003eLightweight for quick movements close to the table\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3506\" data-end=\"3703\"\u003eWhen you play close to the table, there is very little time between shots. After a forehand attack, you need to recover quickly, react to the next block and accelerate again for the following ball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3705\" data-end=\"3856\"\u003eThis is where the low weight of the Flyatt Carbon Alpha makes a noticeable difference. The racket is easy to move quickly and bring back into position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3858\" data-end=\"4052\"\u003eThat is particularly useful for short, fast strokes, counters, blocks and early attacks. The blade does not do the work for you – but it makes it easier to get your racket into position in time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"dpv8rl\" data-start=\"4054\" data-end=\"4083\"\u003eTechnical specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4085\" data-end=\"4331\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4085\" data-end=\"4103\"\u003ePlaying style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offensive\u003cbr data-start=\"4113\" data-end=\"4116\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4116\" data-end=\"4129\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-hard\u003cbr data-start=\"4141\" data-end=\"4144\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4144\" data-end=\"4154\"\u003eSpeed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-fast\u003cbr data-start=\"4166\" data-end=\"4169\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4169\" data-end=\"4184\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blade 157 x 150 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4203\" data-end=\"4206\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4206\" data-end=\"4217\"\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e ST straight 100 x 22.5 mm, FL flared 100 x 24 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4266\" data-end=\"4269\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4269\" data-end=\"4283\"\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 6.2 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4298\" data-end=\"4301\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4301\" data-end=\"4312\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 82 g +\/-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ufp3fd\" data-start=\"4333\" data-end=\"4389\"\u003eWhich rubber works well with the Flyatt Carbon Alpha?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"105abxy\" data-start=\"4391\" data-end=\"4427\"\u003eFlyatt Carbon Alpha + Flyatt EVO\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4429\" data-end=\"4586\"\u003eIf you generally feel comfortable with the controlled nature of the blade but would like a little more pressure in attack, the Flyatt EVO is a good addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4588\" data-end=\"4791\"\u003eIn this combination, the FLYATT EVO adds more speed. This is particularly interesting if you like to attack early, play fast topspins or put your opponent under direct pressure with counters and smashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1kcywzy\" data-start=\"4793\" data-end=\"4830\"\u003eFlyatt Carbon Alpha + Flyatt Spin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4832\" data-end=\"4995\"\u003eIf you prefer to build your first topspin through spin and placement and don’t want the ball to leave the racket too quickly, the FLYATT SPIN is the better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4997\" data-end=\"5247\"\u003eThis blade-and-rubber combination brings more spin into your game while remaining easier to control. It can help you feel more confident when opening with topspin, stay calmer in the short game and make fewer unnecessary errors during longer rallies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5249\" data-end=\"5416\"\u003eWhich option suits you better depends on where you want more support: \u003cstrong data-start=\"5319\" data-end=\"5416\"\u003emore speed and directness with the FLYATT EVO, or more spin and control with the FLYATT SPIN.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"p0oo0x\" data-start=\"5418\" data-end=\"5427\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"vhmcbw\" data-start=\"5429\" data-end=\"5471\"\u003eWhich sponge thickness should I choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5473\" data-end=\"5672\"\u003eIf you are switching to your first carbon blade, sponge thickness can also make the difference between a combination that feels comfortable straight away and one that ends up being a little too fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5674\" data-end=\"5859\"\u003eAs a general rule, a thicker sponge provides more speed and spin, but usually also feels more lively. A thinner sponge reduces some of that speed and makes the rubber easier to control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5861\" data-end=\"6115\"\u003eIf your main reason for choosing the Flyatt Carbon Alpha is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"5923\" data-end=\"5958\"\u003econtrolled transition to carbon\u003c\/strong\u003e, a slightly thinner sponge can be a sensible choice. You still benefit from the additional stability of the blade without making the overall setup too fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6117\" data-end=\"6235\"\u003eIf your technique is already solid and you want more speed straight away, you can comfortably choose a thicker sponge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"8dtpi\" data-start=\"6237\" data-end=\"6250\"\u003eConclusion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6252\" data-end=\"6398\"\u003eIf your all-wood blade sometimes feels a little unstable in fast rallies, you don’t necessarily have to jump straight to a very fast carbon blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6400\" data-end=\"6586\"\u003eThe Flyatt Carbon Alpha offers a gentler introduction to carbon. It is particularly suitable for players who expect \u003cstrong data-start=\"6516\" data-end=\"6585\"\u003emore stability and confidence from carbon – not simply more speed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nittaku","offers":[{"title":"flared FL","offer_id":53011813400842,"sku":"NC-0517","price":67.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"straight ST","offer_id":53559465246986,"sku":"NC-0516","price":67.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0224\/9249\/files\/nittaku-flyatt-alpha-tischtennis-holz-carbon-konkaver-griff.webp?v=1778487541","url":"https:\/\/nittaku.tt\/en\/products\/nittaku-flyatt-carbon-alpha","provider":"Nittaku Deutschland - Tischtennis Online-Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}