New Paddle
Equipment
Clayton Larsen Asked 9 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 9 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 9 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
Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 9 years ago
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.
Clayton Larsen Posted 9 years ago
Thank you for your input. My last comment (for now) is that I have narrowed my search down to 2 paddles. The Stiga Carbo Advance and the Stiga Carbo7. They are very similar but the Carbo7 has light balsa wood where the Carbo Advance does not. So which one seems better to you. Being a more defensive player i'm not sure if a heavier or lighter paddle would be better.
Thanks a bunch, Clayton
Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 9 years ago
I don’t think the weight will make much difference. My advice would be to go for the cheaper one whichever that is.