Joola Zhou Qihao Super AL-C 90 Table Tennis Blade

The JOOLA Zhou Qihao Super AL-C 90 Table Tennis Blade is the firmer, more direct model in JOOLA’s Zhou Qihao signature series. It combines Koto outer veneers with two outer layers of 90° woven Super AL-C fiber, giving the blade a crisp response for fast loop drives, compact counters, and aggressive play close to the table. JOOLA identifies the 90 as a model Zhou Qihao used in competition.

The blade uses a 5+2 outer composite construction, with one layer of Super AL-C directly beneath each Koto veneer. Ayous sits between the composite and the central Kiri core. From face to face, the layup is Koto / Super AL-C / Ayous / Kiri / Ayous / Super AL-C / Koto. The blade is made in Korea and belongs to JOOLA’s Premium Line.

The 90 in the model name refers to the orientation of the composite weave. Paired with the firmer Koto surface, it gives the blade a sharper contact feel and a more immediate rebound than the Super AL-C 45. That response is particularly noticeable when you meet the ball early and accelerate forward through a drive or counter.

Close to the table, the Super AL-C 90 works well for active blocks, backhand punches, and quick counter-topspin. A compact stroke can use the opponent’s pace to send the ball back deep, while a firmer contact gives you enough speed to attack an open angle. In the short game, the quick rebound rewards a light touch, especially when keeping a receive short.

The blade also suits players who use forward-driving topspin to take control of a rally. Against backspin, a committed opening stroke can produce a fast, deep ball that puts the opponent under pressure. From mid-distance, the outer composite layers provide the rebound to keep a fuller topspin stroke deep and fast.

Compared with the Super AL-C 45, which uses Limba outer veneers and a 45° diagonal weave, the 90 feels firmer and releases the ball more directly. The 45 suits players who like to shape a higher arc and build the point with spin. The 90 is a better fit for players who take the ball early, drive through their topspin, and look to finish the point with pace.

🔍 Key Features & Play Characteristics

✅ Zhou Qihao Signature Series – The 90 model was used by Zhou Qihao in competition.

✅ 5+2 Outer Composite Construction – Two Super AL-C layers sit directly beneath the Koto outer veneers.

✅ 90° Fiber Weave – Produces a firmer feel and more direct rebound than the 45 version.

✅ Koto Outer Veneers – Give the blade a crisp response on drives, counters, and solid topspin contact.

✅ Ayous Layers and Kiri Core – Complete the symmetrical seven-layer construction.

✅ Made in Korea – Part of JOOLA’s Premium Line.

👤 Who Should Use JOOLA Zhou Qihao Super AL-C 90?

✔️ Offensive players who prefer a firm, crisp outer composite blade

✔️ Players who take the ball early and counter close to the table

✔️ Loop-drive players who generate speed with forward acceleration

✔️ Backhand attackers who use compact counters, punches, and active blocks

✔️ Players who want a more direct response than the Super AL-C 45