Vector Target is a high control mid speed attacking blade utilizing the benefits of Zylon +Carbon construction. Made to the most exacting standards, Vector touch features AYOUS and SOFTWOOD layers combined with Zylon and 30ton (60K) graphite weave. All Vector blades come with a preservative lacquer finish (no need to seal the blade), 2 high polish metal lens inlay, and a manufacturer backed guaranteed weight range (the only kind in the industry). Gambler is able to achieve precision weight range by using a proprietary grain density testing method and exacting moisture content regulation.
- Speed: 77(ALL+)
- Ply: 5 PLY (3 wood + 2 Zylon Carbon)
- Flex: mid
- Weight: 77-82 grams (guaranteed weight)
- Thickness: 6.1mm+-.2
- Head width: 149mm+-2
- Head height: 155.6mm+-2
*While the VCZ blades do not have an equal in the industry they do compare favorably to other Zylon Carbon blades that cost $200-$400USD.
Steve –
The Vector Target a fast blade, much faster than the fire dragon touch, and even faster than the wingwood IM8, I would rate it around 87, not close to an 77(ALL+) as listed. It’s also a fairly stiff blade, not a mid/high flex. The inner ayous core makes up the majority of the blade, it’s probably close to 5mm in thickness, and it sure seems like the ayous dominates the play characteristics of the blade. The ayous description on the OOAK forums describe this blade perfectly: ” it is a lightweight, stiff wood that is excellent for close-to-the-table counterdrive play”. Combine that with the ZLC, and it’s a fast attacker blade. Given it’s speed it has a really amazing amount of control for blocks, drives, counter-drives, and over the table loop kills. For spin shots though, it requires near perfect execution, lacking in control and margin for error for loops and pushes.
5 star blade with intriguing possibilities, but with an inaccurate description
Matt –
Quite an interesting blade. It’s faster than a wood blade, but definitely slower than the speed ones. I feel the blade is not ideal for looping, but can do it. Although not great at hitting, it’s definitely above average. A soft sponge rubber can block and counter drive better than most. I feel this blade is good for the well-rounded player who will only attack when there’s an opportunity but prefer to block and control the pace first. It is a bit heavier than I’d like though given the size, so I’ll put it at 4/5.