A little about Our Balsa... just like our toys, there is Balsa, then there's 8beaks Balsa. Our Balsa is extremely shreddable, and we pay a premium price for this special wood. We are happy other companies have caught up with us in finally using "balsa" on their toys, but It is inferior to 8beaks balsa, given how heavy and hard it is. Nothing compares, so please do not be fooled by a name.