Butterfly Ovtcharov Innerforce ALC
Overview
Ovtcharov Innerforce ALC belongs to Butterfly's Innerforce line — blades where the ALC sits under the face wood rather than on top of it. Where an outer-fibre board reacts from the very first millimetre of flex, an inner blade keeps a wood-like touch on light strokes and lets the fibre join in only as you put more power through the ball. It is the hold-oriented temperament our butterfly gallery describes for the Innerforce family.
It is also the signature blade of Dimitrij Ovtcharov, a player who pairs explosive serve-and-attack play with reliable counter-play — a blend that this construction suits naturally.
Feel & character
On pushes, blocks and light opening loops the blade feels surprisingly wood-like: controllable, easy to feel the ball, forgiving of slightly off-centre contact. Commit to a full swing and the inner ALC wakes up, adding firm support and carry on both wings. Compared with an outer ALC board of similar speed, it trades some instant crispness for a longer dwell and easier spin. The difference is covered in outer vs inner fibre.
Ordering
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Related
Outer vs Inner Fibre · How to Choose a Blade: All-Wood, Outer & Inner Fibre · Butterfly blades gallery
Data compiled from online sources and user reviews.