New Paddle
Equipment
Clayton Larsen Asked 10 years ago
Dear PingSkills,
I have been increasing my table tennis skills and was wondering what would be a really good paddle. I would consider myself in the upper intermediate range and would like a paddle to take my game to the next level. Although custom paddles are nice, for now I just want a pre-made one. I want to play more competitively so I need one that is conforming to the rules. My typical playing partner uses a JOOLA ROSSKOPF classic paddle that creates a ton of spin and speed. I am more of a defensive player but like to attack if the opportunity arises. Some paddles I have looked at include the STIGA PRO CARBON, XIOM MUV 9.0, or the J.M. Saive series from Stiga. I am open to all suggestions from any manufacturer. As well I use the shakehand grip.
Thanks for your time, Clayton
Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago
Hi Clayton,
Looking at the bats you have chosen I think any of them would be suitable. Any of the J.M. Saive series also look good. You will find that with a range of bats from the same manufacturer, the more expensive ones will have the better rubber and blade. We also have a PingSkills Rook which is similar to that range.
The most important thing is that the rubber on these bats is reasonable.
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Clayton Larsen Posted 10 years ago
Thank you for your input. I do have a couple more questions. I also looked at the STIGA CARBO ADVANCE and noticed it has a "VEENER" of 7. What does that mean? As well what is a good ranking for control? And what do you mean by the rubber being "reasonable". Does that mean price or quality?
Thanks, Clayton
Hi Clayton,
The veneer of 7 is the amount of plies it has. 7 layers of wood such together. Not that important.
As far as rankings, they are very arbitrary and different for each manufacturer so I wouldn’t try to compare them between manufacturers.
With reasonable I am referring to quality. Without touching and seeing the rubbers it is always hard to tell exactly that is one of the reasons buying a bat for beginners is so difficult.