Tibhar / Felix Lebrun OFF-

The TIBHAR Felix Lebrun OFF- is a modern offensive blade designed for players who want more speed and stability than a classic all-wood blade, without sacrificing control and ball feeling.

Its 5+2 construction integrates two synthetic fibre layers that increase stability and enlarge the sweet spot, while preserving a surprisingly natural and elastic touch. The result is a blade that generates easy spin, a higher ball trajectory and excellent confidence during topspin rallies, while remaining controllable enough for active allround and offensive players.

This is not an extreme offensive blade. Its strength lies in balance: enough speed to pressure the opponent, enough control to play aggressively without feeling rushed.

Offensive Versatility with Modern Stability

The Felix Lebrun OFF- was developed for players who want to attack with confidence while maintaining a high level of control.

Its synthetic fibre construction improves stability significantly compared with traditional all-wood blades. Off-centre contacts remain consistent, blocking becomes more reliable and topspin exchanges feel more secure under pressure.

At the same time, the blade avoids the excessively rigid feeling that some composite constructions can create.

High Arc, Easy Spin Generation

One of the defining characteristics of the Felix Lebrun OFF- is its ability to produce a naturally higher trajectory.

This helps the player create topspin with greater safety over the net while maintaining strong rotational quality. Opening attacks against backspin are easier, and topspin rallies benefit from additional margin without sacrificing offensive intent.

The blade feels elastic rather than stiff, allowing the player to engage the ball and generate spin naturally.

Designed for Active Modern Play

The Felix Lebrun OFF- rewards players who vary rhythm, spin and placement.

Its speed level is sufficient for offensive play at a competitive level, yet controlled enough to support technical development and tactical creativity. Counter-topspins, active blocks and quick transitions between attack and control all benefit from the blade’s predictable response.

Compared with a pure OFF blade, it offers greater forgiveness. Compared with an ALL+ blade, it provides noticeably more penetration and offensive potential.

Where It Excels

The blade performs best close to the table and from controlled mid-distance. It is particularly effective for modern topspin players who rely on consistency, spin quality and tactical variation rather than overwhelming speed.

Its main limitation appears at higher competitive levels where some players may eventually require the additional power and directness of a faster OFF or OFF+ blade.

Technical Characteristics

Speed: OFF-

Feel: Medium

Sweet Spot: Large

Trajectory: High

Dwell Time: Medium-high

Best Distance: Close to the table and mid-distance

Primary Strengths: Topspin, spin variation, opening attacks, active blocking, offensive consistency

• Allround attackers and offensive players who build points through topspin, placement and variation rather than pure power
• Close-to-the-table and mid-distance players looking for a forgiving OFF- blade with a high arc and excellent stability

Not for

• Power attackers who require maximum finishing speed from long distance
• Players who prefer the pure wood feeling and vibration feedback of traditional 5-ply blades