Dynamically fast yet flexible - Playing characteristics of the GLADIAS AR
Many offensive players desire an offensive blade that offers the best possible playing characteristics in every attacking situation. Close to the table, a finishing stroke should be played uncompromisingly and dangerously. In contrast, a dynamic feel is required at mid-distance. Even the few, rather slow topspins played with a lot of safety out of necessity should still be controllable and playable with good quality.
The GLADIAS AR can offer exactly these playing characteristics. Like the GLADIAS HA, it is equipped with a 5+2 blade construction and has its fiber reinforcement directly under the core.
Due to the slightly different tuning of selected wood veneers and the innovative AR carbon fiber, it is almost as fast in terms of final speed. However, it appears more flexible and versatile, especially in slow, passive, and medium-speed play.
This allows for play with speed, spin, and variation from all positions. Especially when the finishing stroke is not always the focus, but rather a ball is played more as preparation to powerfully finish the rally afterward, the GLADIAS AR is ideally playable.
Those looking for a coherent overall package in offense, wanting to play dominantly yet flexibly, should take a closer look at the GLADIAS AR. For the modern topspin player who wants to attack from all positions and seeks a portion of ball feedback, this blade is the right choice.