Blades
Table tennis blades — the wooden frame a racket is built on. A blade is bought once and kept, and the rubbers glued to it are replaced as they wear, so this is the part of a setup worth taking time over.
Construction is the first decision. An all-wood blade flexes more, gives the clearest feedback and is the usual recommendation while a stroke is still being learned. A composite blade carries a fibre layer that stiffens the frame and adds speed at the cost of some feel — carbon is the most common of those, with arylate-carbon, ZLC, aramid and fibreglass each trading stiffness against touch differently.
Then match the blade to how you actually play. Offensive blades are built to throw the ball back hard and suit a game played away from the table; allround blades give up some speed for control and are the easier place to develop a stroke. Where a blade sits on that scale matters more than its price does.
Weight and stiffness are the fine adjustment. Lighter blades are quicker to move into position and more forgiving over a long session; heavier ones carry more through the ball. A stiff blade returns energy directly, a flexible one lets the ball sit on the wood a fraction longer, which is what players mean by dwell.
Handle shape is a variant, not a different blade — flared (FL) widens toward the base and is the common choice, straight (ST) is even along its length and suits players who change grip, anatomic (AN) is contoured to the palm. Pick by what is comfortable in your hand, and remember a blade needs two rubbers to become a racket.
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DONIC Persson Jubilee 40 – A reason to celebrate
Jörgen Persson has maintained his position among the top players in the world for more than 25 years and led Sweden to triumph as the men's national coach of Sweden in the 2023 European Championship. Persson has consistently maintained his position among the world’s elite, merely transitioning roles, Persson has always remained intimately connected to the sport, with DONIC providing support throughout his impressive 40-year journey.
Reason enough for a new blade: The new DONIC PERSSON JUBILEE 40, developed with all Persson's experience and feel for the ball. Every day the 1991 world champion still has a racket in his hand, so Persson understands the importance of using synthetic fibres in modern blades. The blade that DONIC has dedicated to its long-time partner is a perfect match for the Swedish Legend: High quality and class are evident in the workmanship, the two layers of acrylate-carbon support the feel of the ball, the veneers of Ayous and Limba provide the mixture of playing fun and power which has always been one of Jörgen Persson’s characteristics. Partners have long since become friends, and fans and experts around the world know that the name Persson guarantees high quality and class: Just like this new blade: DONIC Persson Jubilee 40, a blade that is perfect for many ambitious players - A reason to celebrate.
Technology: 7 layers of Ayous (inner), Acrylate-Carbon (3+5), Ayous (2+6), Limba (1+7 outer)
Character: Sensitive, balanced, yet powerful
Recommendation: For offensive players who rely on controlled attacking strokes
Characteristics: OFF -, OFF
Elasticity: medium
Speed: fast
Control: medium
Veneer structure: Veneers with synthetic fiber
Layers: 5+2
Weight: 80-90g
Donic Persson Power Allround has aggressive allround characteristics. Perfect ball control. A best-seller for many years.
DICON stands for DIrect CONtrol. The Donic Waldner Dicon has had parts of the handle removed with a milling tool. This alteration provides direct contact between the player's hand, arm, and the blade. It improves the feeling of power and speed. Transmission of power between player and ball is direct, therefore you have more control of the ball.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Speed: | 78 / 100 |
| Control: | 76 / 100 |
| Weight: | 82g |
| Plies: | 5 |
| Materials: | Limba, Spruce, Ayous |
- Class: ALL+
- Speed: 76
- Control: 74
- Blade Weight: 85
- Plies: 5w
- Blade Thickness: 6.0
- Material: All Wood
Exceptional value for this Donic Exclusive Series blade. The Waldner Exlusive AR + has special wood veneer combinations for a competitive blade with high control values and harmonious match properties. It emphasizes good control characteristics with added speed characteristics. It combines the power of an offensive blade with the ball feeling of an allround blade. Recommended for offensively oriented all-round players who operate with variable topspins close to half-distance from the table, without losing control.
The specially selected ply combinations of the Exclusive series provide these competition blades with increased control and smooth playing characteristics. These blades are available in three speeds to suit different types of players: Persson Exclusive OFF is the fastest, Waldner Exclusive AR is speed class Allround Plus (ALL+), and Appelgren Exclusive AR is speed class Allround minus (ALL-)
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SPECIFICATIONS
| Speed: | 85 / 100 |
| Control: | 79 / 100 |
| Weight: | 80g |
| Plies: | 5 |
| Materials: | 3 plies of wood; 2 plies of Carbon |
A PRECISE ATTACK
The structure of the veneer is identical to the WHIPER OUTER CARBON, but with the INNER version the core layer of Kiri wood is covered by two layers of synthetic fibre. As a result, this model has a lower speed but provides even more control. It is perfect for players who are actively attacking in a controlled manner and aim to dictate the game with accurate ball placement.
WHIPER + DEFPLAY INNER·OUTER·CARBON
The latest DONIC innovation introduces fresh possibilities for various playing styles with its special synthetic fibre. While all three models are constructed using the same type of wood and feature two layers of Hyramid Carbon, they each possess distinct playing characteristics. This is because the placement of the synthetic fibre layers directly beneath the outer veneer significantly enhances the speed of the blade. The size of the blade and the thickness of the inner veneer also contribute to the performance of the new DONIC DEFPLAY INNER CARBON defensive blade, making it a valuable addition for defensive players who are frequently overlooked.
Technology: 7 layers of Kiri (inside), Ayous (2+6), Hyramid Carbon (3+5), Limba (1+7, outside)
Character: Super control, very sensitive, medium speed
Recommendation: For all-rounders who prefer the passive and active playing form
Characteristics: ALL+, OFF -
Elasticity: medium
Speed: medium
Control: medium
Veneer structure: Veneers with synthetic fiber
Layers: 5+2
Weight: 80-90g
The 5-ply JOOLA Challenger All blade was designed for the allround player. This blade features medium-soft Limewood outer veneers that offer a high degree of control. The JOOLA Challenger All shows its true strength in forehand and backhand counter-drives and blocks, however its hard inner core definitely leaves enough reserves for offensive play. As its name suggests, the medium-speed JOOLA Challenger All has all the ideal characteristics to suite an allrounder's game.
JOOLA Progressive Line blades are a great starting point for entry-level players who are ready to get serious about their game. These blades utilize straightforward technologies to create accessible playability.
LIMEWOOD OUTER VENEERS
A medium-soft wood, the LIMEWOOD outer veneers provide more controllability to make this blade one of JOOLA’s most popular allround blades.
The JOOLA CWX is the namesake blade of one of Europe's best defensive players, Chen Weixing. This 5+2 ply blade is well-suited for a chopping, but is also capable of fast topspin. Two layers of black-cloth are utilized in the blade construction to provide increased control and structural rigidity. With a solid Kiri core and soft Limba outer veneers, the medium-fast JOOLA CWX has just the right amount of flex and touch to suit all aspects of modern defensive play!
JOOLA Precision Line blades are specifically designed for modern defensive specialists. These high-quality blades utilize unique veneer combinations to craft an unparalleled defensive game.
COMPOSITION
5+2 ply blade of Limba - Koto - Black Cloth - Kiri - Black Cloth - Koto - Limba
LIMBA OUTER VENEERS
A soft yet durable wood, the LIMBA outer veneers provide the ultimate touch.