Yasaka Myth Extra Offensive Penhold

Yasaka Myth Extra Offensive Penhold is ideal for players who want the speed of a fast all-wood blade with the direct feedback and touch needed for technical attacking play.

Its 5-ply wood construction combines hard outer veneers with selected Scandinavian pine veneers. The result is a blade with a crisp contact, good stability, and the kind of clear ball feedback many offensive players prefer over carbon.

Myth Extra Offensive is especially strong for close-to-mid-distance topspin play. It supports quick counters, aggressive opening loops, and fast exchanges near the table while keeping enough control for placement and spin variation.

Compared with carbon blades, Myth Extra Offensive gives a more linear response. You get a direct connection to the ball, but it may not produce the same free power from farther back. 

QUICK TAKE:
Choose Yasaka Myth Extra Offensive Penhold if you want a fast all-wood penhold blade with crisp feedback, quick attack speed, and strong topspin control.

Best For...
Penhold players who like to create their own speed with timing, footwork, and clean contact, this blade is a strong option.

Playing Style...
Close-to-table attack, aggressive looping, quick counters, third-ball attack, close-to-mid-distance topspin.

Blade Feel...
Crisp, stable, high-medium feedback, slightly harder all-wood contact.

Rubber Pairing Advice...
Pair Myth Extra Offensive Penhold with Yasaka Rakza 7 for a balanced offensive setup with strong spin and speed. For a slightly harder, more direct feel with extra power, Rakza X is also a strong match.

Who Should Avoid It...
Players who want the added catapult and easy distance power of carbon may prefer an inner or outer carbon blade. Players who want a softer, slower all-wood control blade may prefer a more flexible 5-ply option.