Dunlop Blackstorm Ti SLS Squash Racket

The Dunlop Blackstorm Ti SLS (Titanium Super Light Spec) is a highly popular, power-focused squash racket designed for intermediate, advanced club, and tournament players.

Belonging to Dunlop’s historic and incredibly successful Blackstorm franchise, the SLS designation marks this as a specialized, lightened variation of the classic Titanium model. It is engineered to give all-around players an ideal blend of whippy racket speed and massive, explosive depth.

Core Performance Description

1. The Titanium Power Foundation: Built on a teardrop, open-throat frame geometry (often called a "monoshaft" or V-shaft design). Because it lacks a classic throat bridge, the main strings are significantly elongated. This yields a massive, springy "trampoline effect" across the 500 cm² head, giving you effortless depth on your drives even if your swing is cut short in tight corners.
2. Super Light Spec (SLS) Maneuverability: Dropping the frame weight down to a swift 120g–125g unstrung (depending on the exact model year release) and pairing it with an extra head-light balance, this racket feels incredibly quick and light in the hand. It is purpose-built for players who want to dominate the mid-court, allowing for instantaneous reaction volleys and sharp, last-second wrist flicks.
3. The "NH" Conventional Pattern Choice: Unlike some other Blackstorm frames that use a fan-shaped Powermax setup, the Ti SLS utilizes a 14 x 18 conventional inline string pattern. This classic parallel layout provides a more uniform, predictable string bed response, resulting in significantly higher shot control, accuracy, and directional precision.

Key Technologies

1. 4D Braided Technology: Super-light composite carbon fibers are woven in four distinct directions throughout key sectors of the frame. This structural reinforcement heavily minimizes frame twisting (torsion) upon impact, ensuring the racket head remains rigid and stable when blocking heavy shots.
2. High-Modulus Graphite Matrix: Infused with premium titanium alloy compounds to create a highly durable chassis. This makes the frame exceptionally rugged and capable of handling the structural stresses of competitive club play and minor wall scrapes.

Summary: The Dunlop Blackstorm Ti SLS is an exceptional, high-value all-round weapon. By taking the iconic, depth-generating teardrop frame of the classic Titanium model and stripping away the head-heavy drag, Dunlop has created a lightning-fast racket that lets club players easily inject power into their game while retaining great ball control.

Specifications

• Series: Blackstorm Series.
• Cosmetics: Matte Black with Sleek Turquoise Blue / Teal Accents.
• Player Level: Intermediate / Competitive Club Player.
• Frame Weight: 120g - 125g (Unstrung).
• Balance: Extra Head Light.
• Head Size: 500 cm² (77.5 sq. in.).
• String Pattern: 14 x 18 (Conventional / Parallel).
• Frame Shape: Open Throat / Teardrop (V-Shaft).
• Composition: High-Modulus 4D Braided Graphite / Titanium.
• Factory Grip: Dunlop Factory Performance Grip.