Quick Summary
The Butterfly Harimoto Innerforce ALC CS is a Japanese made Chinese penhold table tennis blade for aggressive players who want speed, control and strong ball feeling.
What This Product Is Used For
The Butterfly Harimoto Innerforce ALC CS table tennis blade is used for building a Chinese penhold style table tennis bat for attacking play. Compared with a ready made table tennis bat, this is a specialist blade only, giving the player freedom to pair it with suitable rubbers. In real use, the Innerforce layers create a high degree of speed, while the blade is designed to give the feeling of grasping the ball for longer during attack shots. Users choose it over simpler options because it supports aggressive forehand and backhand play in a Chinese penhold format.
Who This Product Is Best Suited To
This product is best suited to players who prefer Chinese penhold technique, attack actively on both forehand and backhand, and want a premium blade as the foundation of a custom table tennis setup. It suits players who already understand blade and rubber selection rather than those looking for a complete bat straight from the box.
Key Benefits at a Glance
• Chinese penhold handle suits players who use that grip style
• Innerforce layers create a high degree of speed
• AL carbon fibre construction supports powerful attacking play
• Slight head size helps power feel easier to generate
• Supports aggressive forehand and backhand play
• Designed to give longer ball feeling for added control
• Made in Japan for strong buyer confidence
• Suitable for players building a custom performance bat
Pros and Cons
Pros
• Strong choice for Chinese penhold attacking players
• Innerforce ALC design balances speed with ball feeling
• Supports aggressive play on both forehand and backhand
• Made in Japan, which adds trust for serious players
Cons
• Blade only, so rubbers are needed separately
• Not suited to players who want a ready made beginner bat
Real World Performance and Day to Day Use
In day to day play, the Butterfly Harimoto Innerforce ALC CS is built for players who want speed but do not want to lose the feeling of holding the ball on the blade. The Innerforce layers create a high degree of speed, while the slightly larger head size supports effortless power generation.
The Chinese penhold version supports aggressive forehand and backhand play, making it a serious option for players who are comfortable with this grip style. The supplied detail that the blade is slightly wider than the shakehands version, with vibration at 9.4, also helps buyers understand that this is not simply the same blade with a different handle.
Choose this if you want a Japanese made Chinese penhold ALC blade for aggressive custom setup play.
Skip this if you need a complete table tennis bat with rubbers already fitted.
Why We Like This Product
The YPC Team likes this because it gives Chinese penhold players access to a popular Harimoto Innerforce ALC style in the correct handle format. It helps avoid the common mistake of buying a shakehands blade when the player actually needs Chinese penhold. It also helps avoid the regret of choosing a blade that feels fast but gives too little ball feeling during attack shots.
Comparisons With Similar Systems
Compared with shakehands table tennis blade
Better when you play Chinese penhold and want the correct handle type
Alternative better when you use a standard shakehands grip
Compared with ready made table tennis bat
Better when you want to build a custom bat with your chosen rubbers
Alternative better when you want a complete bat ready to play straight away
Compared with basic table tennis blade
Better when you want Innerforce ALC speed, control and premium Japanese construction
Alternative better when you only need a simple low cost blade for casual use
Alternatives Worth Considering
Shakehands table tennis blade
Ready made table tennis bat
Basic table tennis blade
Chinese penhold table tennis blade
Table tennis rubbers
Tips for Getting the Best Performance
Pair the blade with rubbers that suit your attacking style.
Choose this blade only if Chinese penhold is your preferred grip.
Use controlled attacking drills to make the most of the longer ball feeling.
Protect the blade edge during use and storage.
Check rubber compatibility before fitting.
Store the blade carefully when not in use.
Allow time to adjust if moving from a basic blade or ready made bat.
Full Technical Specification
Brand
Butterfly
Model
Harimoto Innerforce ALC CS
Product Type
Table tennis blade
Blade Type
AL carbon fibre blade
Handle Type
Chinese penhold
Playing Style
Aggressive play
Forehand Use
Supports aggressive forehand play
Backhand Use
Supports aggressive backhand play
Blade Technology
Innerforce layers
Performance Feature
High degree of speed
Control Feature
Feeling of grasping the ball for longer during attack shots
Head Size
Slight head size supports power being created effortlessly
Width Detail
Slightly wider than the shakehands version
Vibration
9.4
Country Of Manufacture
Japan
Box Contents
Butterfly Harimoto Innerforce ALC CS table tennis blade
Buyer’s Guide
Buy this if you want stronger Chinese penhold attack play with easier power and longer ball feeling
Do not buy this if you need a simpler ready made bat with rubbers already fitted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Butterfly Harimoto Innerforce ALC CS?
Butterfly Harimoto Innerforce ALC CS is a table tennis blade with a Chinese penhold handle type.
Is this a complete table tennis bat?
Butterfly Harimoto Innerforce ALC CS is a blade, so rubbers are not listed as included in the supplied details.
What handle type does this blade use?
The blade uses a Chinese penhold handle type.
Is the Butterfly Harimoto Innerforce ALC CS made in Japan?
Butterfly Harimoto Innerforce ALC CS is listed as made in Japan.
What style of play does this blade support?
The Chinese style version supports aggressive play with both forehand and backhand.
What do the Innerforce layers provide?
The Innerforce layers create a high degree of speed for attacking table tennis play.
Does this blade give good ball feeling?
The blade is described as giving the feeling of grasping the ball for longer, which supports added control during attack shots.
How does this CS version differ from the shakehands version?
The CS version is slightly wider than the shakehands version, with vibration stated at 9.4.
Who is this blade best for?
This blade is best for players who use Chinese penhold style and want a custom setup for aggressive forehand and backhand play.
