Butterfly Viscaria vs DHS Hurricane Long 5: Which Should You Buy?
| Butterfly Viscaria | DHS Hurricane Long 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 9.0/10 | 8.6/10 |
| feel | medium-hard | hard, powerful |
| handle | FL/ST/AN | FL/ST |
| plies | 5W+2 Arylate-Carbon | 5W+2 Arylate-Carbon |
| speed | OFF | OFF+ |
| thickness_mm | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| weight_g | 87 | 89 |
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Both are arylate-carbon OFF/OFF+ blades, but they release the ball differently. The Viscaria outer carbon gives a crisp, quick, powerful hit with a large sweet spot, while staying forgiving for a carbon blade — a true all-court attacking blade. The Hurricane Long 5 inner carbon makes it feel woody and controllable, with a deep, high catapult that rewards a full looping stroke and pairs beautifully with tacky Chinese rubber.
Choose the Viscaria for crisp, versatile power on both wings with springy tensors. Choose the Hurricane Long 5 for a forehand-led, close-to-mid-table Chinese looping game with maximum control and arc — accepting more weight.
Both demand a real stroke; the split is feel and rubber match, not quality.
FAQ
Which blade is more controllable?
The Hurricane Long 5 — its inner carbon keeps soft touches, blocks and pushes predictable. The Viscaria is crisper and a touch more demanding, though still forgiving for carbon.
Which pairs better with Tenergy-style rubber?
The Viscaria. The Hurricane Long 5 is happiest with tacky Chinese rubber on the forehand.
Are they beginner blades?
No — both are offensive blades that reward developed technique.