DHS Hurricane Long 5 Blade Review
The DHS Hurricane Long 5 is a 7-ply OFF blade at 90g, hitting 9/10 speed and 6.5/10 control for $100-130.
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DHS Hurricane Long 5
Also known as: 紅雙喜 キョウヒョウ long 5 · DHS 허리케인 long 5 · 红双喜 狂飙 long 5
Typical price: $100–130
Specifications
| Composition | 5W + 2 carbon |
| Plies | 7 |
| Weight | 90g |
| Handle Type | FL |
| Blade Thickness | 5.7mm |
| Speed Class | OFF |
What Defines the DHS Hurricane Long 5’s Playing Characteristics?
The DHS Hurricane Long 5 hits 9/10 speed against 6.5/10 control on a 7-ply 5W + 2 carbon layup at 90g. The OFF classification reflects the blade’s intended use: topspin attacking from any distance. At $100-130, the DHS Hurricane Long 5 sits in the competition tier where OFF-class blades trade speed against control.
The carbon layer stiffens the blade against flex, transferring more energy to the ball on contact. On a hard counter-drive, the 5W + 2 carbon layup produces a sharp click that distinguishes carbon blades from all-wood construction. The 5.7mm total thickness keeps the blade in the standard offensive range; thinner blades flex more, thicker blades stiffen further.
Players who attack from mid-distance with full strokes extract the most from the DHS Hurricane Long 5: the carbon stiffness preserves loop pace at 1.5-2 meters from the table where all-wood blades lose energy. Close-to-table blockers gain less from carbon stiffness because passive blocks rely on the blade absorbing pace, not adding it.
How Does the DHS Hurricane Long 5 Compare to Other OFF-Class Blades?
Among OFF-class blades, the DHS Hurricane Long 5 competes with the Butterfly Timo Boll ALC on speed and weight. The DHS Hurricane Long 5 weighs 90g versus the Butterfly Timo Boll ALC’s mass, a difference that changes how fast the racket head accelerates through contact.
Players choosing between the two get a different feel and trajectory shape. The Butterfly Timo Boll ALC offers proven tournament performance with broad rubber compatibility, while the DHS Hurricane Long 5 fills a more specific role within the OFF category. At similar price tiers, the choice depends on rubber compatibility and handle preference rather than basic ratings.
Which Rubbers Pair Best with the DHS Hurricane Long 5?
Stiff offensive rubbers match the DHS Hurricane Long 5’s carbon construction. The Butterfly Tenergy 05 at $65-80 on both sides creates a competition setup with maximum spin and speed. Players using Chinese-style technique pair the DHS Hurricane 3 at $20-35 on the forehand with Tenergy 05 on the backhand.
The blade’s 9/10 speed amplifies rubber characteristics: fast rubbers play faster on the DHS Hurricane Long 5 than on softer all-wood blades, and spin rubbers produce more rotation. Rubber selection therefore matters more on the DHS Hurricane Long 5 than on flexible blades where the wood softens any rubber’s response.
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Butterfly BalsaCarbo X7 ~$90–120 How heavy is the DHS Hurricane Long 5?
The DHS Hurricane Long 5 weighs 90g, placing it in the heavy weight bracket. That weight plows through incoming pace on counter-loops and adds mass to passive blocks.
Is the DHS Hurricane Long 5 too fast for intermediate players?
Players rated below 1500 USATT find the DHS Hurricane Long 5's 9/10 speed difficult to control on opening loops. The Butterfly Timo Boll ALC at $170 offers a similar carbon profile with softer feel for intermediate setups.
What is the construction of the DHS Hurricane Long 5?
The DHS Hurricane Long 5 stacks 5W + 2 carbon in a 7-ply layup at 5.7mm total thickness. On contact, the layup produces a crisp, high-pitched click on contact, distinct from the muted thud of all-wood blades response with OFF-class energy transfer.