Loki W81 Player ARC (ALC) Special (Athlete Version)
£104.99
Out of StockSelected wood + special outer fiber blade; increased elasticity and stable ball control
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Performance Profile & Play Style Suitability
Manufacturer Engineering SpecsWho is the Loki W81 Player ARC (ALC) Special (Athlete Version) for?
Selected wood + special outer fiber blade; increased elasticity and stable ball control.
This blade is part of the Loki W81 range, built with Aryl Carbon. As an outer-ply carbon layer (positioned nearer the hitting surface), it generally sharpens the initial contact for a harder, more direct hit.
Best suited to competitive players with fast, well-timed strokes who can control the extra speed and spin on offer.
As a guideline, pair a blade like this with rubbers matched to your own speed and spin preference: firmer, faster rubbers add pace for players who already generate power, while softer rubbers add control and easier spin for a more measured game.
Recommended Rubber Pairings
Specialist Setup AdviceTo maximise this blade’s performance profile, our specialist team recommends pairing with high-friction rubbers tailored to your forehand and backhand style:

High-friction Chinese topsheet on dense factory-tuned sponge. Produces explosive topspin arc on opening loops and decisive third-ball kills.
+ Add Forehand to Bag (£36.99)
High-elasticity European tensor sponge with lively catapult response. Delivers crisp speed, effortless punch-blocking, and quick rally redirection.
+ Add Backhand to Bag (£34.99)Benchmark Equipment Value Comparison
Direct Engineering ComparisonButterfly Viscaria / Fan Zhendong ALC
Loki W81 Player ARC (ALC) Special (Athlete Version)
Complete Technical Specifications
Official Data Sheet| Blade Class / Speed | OFF+ |
| Plies / Structure | 7 |
| Blade Thickness | 5.8mm (+/-0.2mm) |
| Carbon Position | Outer |
| Fibre / Carbon Type | Aryl Carbon |
| Head Dimensions | 157mm x 150mm |
| Face Material | Koto |
| Power Wood | Ayous |
| Core Material | Kiri |
| Playing Style | Offensive |
| Player Level | Top Players |
| Stiffness Rating | 7.9 |
| Handle Grips | FL, ST |
| Weight | 88g |
| Tournament Legality | ITTF Tournament Legal Construction (≥85% natural wood by thickness) |







