The most technically engineered ball every made. The microfiber cover has dimples on the surface allowing for the ball to fly truer through the air. The eight panel spiral construction gives players more surface area to touch the ball allowing for better passing and set accuracy. The panel adhesion process traps air below the panel giving the ball a softer feel with out losing any of its power. The best teams in the world will be playing with this ball at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. The FIVB has adopted this ball as the official and exclusive ball of international competitions. Official size and weight; Nylon wound bladder; Composite cover. royal/yellow; 3-year warranty.