Rackets
Complete table tennis rackets, ready to play out of the box — no gluing and no choosing rubbers.
Two genuinely different things sit here, and it is worth knowing which you are buying. A factory pre-made bat is a single sealed product: the rubbers are part of it and are not intended to be replaced, which is what keeps it simple and affordable. An assembled setup is a real blade with real rubbers glued to it — the same components sold separately, put together for you. The second can be re-rubbered indefinitely and the blade outlives several sets of sheets; the first is a bat you replace whole.
Buy for the player, not the specification sheet. A recreational bat uses a slower sponge and a more forgiving surface, which is exactly what somebody learning to keep the ball on the table needs; a faster bat makes that harder, not easier. Rackets built for competition assume a stroke that is already there.
If you already know which blade and rubbers you want, buy them apart instead — the blades and rubbers collections are where a custom racket starts. For a first table at home, a set that pairs bats, balls and a net is usually better value.
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Butterfly Wakaba 2000 Shakehand Ping Pong Paddle | Outstanding Control With Reliable Speed And Spin | Japan Series | Recommended For Beginning Level Players
The Butterfly Wakaba 2000 Shakehand Ping Pong Paddle is designed to offer a great foundation for novice level players who are learning the basic strokes. Wakaba is a well balanced mix of speed and spin which is ideal for an intermediate level racket. Not too fast, not too slow…just right. Wakaba offers good spin for a high control rubber.
- Blade Construction: 5-Ply Wood
- Flared - Concave At The centre - The Most Popular Style
- Rubber: Wakaba - Sponge Thickness (mm): 1.9 & Rubber: Wakaba Sponge Thickness (mm): 1.9
- Recommended For Beginning Level Players
- International Table Tennis Federation Approved
PLEASE NOTE: Like most recreational rackets, this racket is assembled with a glue that is intended to keep the rubber permanently attached to the wood for the life of the racket. If you prefer to have the ability to upgrade the rubber when it becomes worn, please check out our Pro-Line Series.
Did You Know?
More World Class Players Trust Butterfly Than Any Other Brand - At the 2019 World Table Tennis Championships, 99.8% of the participants were surveyed regarding their individual blade and rubber usage. Of those surveyed, Butterfly blades were used by 56.6% of the participants while the other 43.4% consisted of 11 different brands. Butterfly rubbers were used by 53.2% of the participants while the other 46.8% consisted of 11 different brands.
Butterfly Wakaba 1000 Shakehand Ping Pong Paddle | Outstanding Control With Reliable Speed And Spin | Japan Series | Recommended For Beginning Level Players
The Butterfly Wakaba 1000 Shakehand Ping Pong Paddle is designed to offer a great foundation for novice level players who are learning the basic strokes. Wakaba is a well balanced mix of speed and spin which is ideal for an intermediate level racket. Not too fast, not too slow…just right. Wakaba offers good spin for a high control rubber.
- Blade Construction: 5-Ply Wood
- Flared - Concave At The centre - The Most Popular Style
- Rubber: Wakaba - Sponge Thickness (mm): 1.7 & Rubber: Wakaba Sponge Thickness (mm): 1.7
- Recommended For Beginning Level Players
- International Table Tennis Federation Approved
PLEASE NOTE: Like most recreational rackets, this racket is assembled with a glue that is intended to keep the rubber permanently attached to the wood for the life of the racket. If you prefer to have the ability to upgrade the rubber when it becomes worn, please check out our Pro-Line Series.
Did You Know?
More World Class Players Trust Butterfly Than Any Other Brand - At the 2019 World Table Tennis Championships, 99.8% of the participants were surveyed regarding their individual blade and rubber usage. Of those surveyed, Butterfly blades were used by 56.6% of the participants while the other 43.4% consisted of 11 different brands. Butterfly rubbers were used by 53.2% of the participants while the other 46.8% consisted of 11 different brands.
Martin Kilpatrick Vortex Ping Pong Paddle - Counter-Attack From Both Wings - Martin Kilpatrick (MK) Racket Series - Recommended For Beginning Level Players
The Martin Kilpatrick Vortex Ping Pong Paddle is designed for ping pong family fun and is the third step in the MK Racket Series. The additional sponge layer will offer more speed and spin that the Martin Kilpatrick Cyclone Racket. The Pips-Out surface will also reduce the opponents spin whether returning serves, blocking or counter-attacking.
- Blade Construction: 5-Ply Wood
- Handle: Flared - Concave At The centre - The Most Popular Style
- Comfortable & Ergonomic Grip
- Surface: Pips-Out With Sponge & Pips-Out With Sponge
- The Third Step In The MK Series
The Martin Kilpatrick (MK) Racket Series is designed so that each racket is an inexpensive and natural transition to the next racket. From no sponge to sponge and from pips-out to pips-in, the MK Series covers all the bases as you progress. Want to take a greater leap? Check out the Butterfly Recreational Racket Series.
PLEASE NOTE: Like most recreational rackets, this racket is assembled with a glue that is intended to keep the surface permanently attached to the wood for the life of the racket. If you prefer to have the ability to upgrade the surface when it becomes worn, please check out the Butterfly Pro-Line Racket Series.
Did You Know?
More World Class Players Trust Butterfly Than Any Other Brand - At the 2019 World Table Tennis Championships, 99.8% of the participants were surveyed regarding their individual blade and rubber usage. Of those surveyed, Butterfly blades were used by 56.6% of the participants while the other 43.4% consisted of 11 different brands. Butterfly rubbers were used by 53.2% of the participants while the other 46.8% consisted of 11 different brands.
- Blade: Viscaria Super ALC | 5-Ply Wood + 2 Super Arylate/Carbon (ALC) | Reaction: 12.1 | Vibration: 10.1
- Handle: Flared - Concave At The centre - The Most Popular Style
- Forehand Rubber: Dignics 05 | Sponge Thickness (mm): 2.1 | Speed Rating: 86 | Spin Rating: 85 | Arc Rating: 88 | Hardness: 40
- Backhand Rubber: Dignics 05 | Sponge Thickness (mm): 2.1 | Speed Rating: 86 | Spin Rating: 85 | Arc Rating: 88 | Hardness: 40
- International Table Tennis Federation Approved
- All Pro-Line Rackets Come Fully Assembled
PLEASE NOTE: Ultimately, most players find a blade that best suits their own individual and unique style of play and will use that blade for years. If properly cared for, the blade will last years. However, the rubber will wear out over time and need to be replaced. When that day comes, DO NOT THROW THIS RACKET AWAY! The glue that is used to assemble Butterfly Pro-Line rackets will allow you to easily remove the old rubber. You can have the rubber professionally installed or you can even do it yourself! Replace with the same rubber or upgrade to one that offers more speed, or more spin, or both!
Did You Know?
More World Class Players Trust Butterfly Than Any Other Brand - At the 2024 World Table Tennis Championships, 100% of the participants were surveyed regarding their individual Blade, Rubber and Shoe usage. Butterfly Blades were used by 51.8% of the players and Butterfly Rubbers were used by 50.3% of the players. Additionally, 37.5% of the players preferred Butterfly Shoes.
Butterfly's enormously popular Arylate/Carbon technology. The power of Carbon meets the vibration reducing properties of Arylate. Tenergy 05 is widely used by many world-class players. It will enable you with a full range of topspin power play whether playing close to the table or at a middle distance. The Spring Sponge technology adds additional speed and spin to each shot and offers tremendous feel.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- BLADE: Viscaria | Plies: 5-Ply Wood + 2 Arylate/Carbon (ALC) | Reaction: 11.8 | Vibration: 10.3
- HANDLE: Flared - Concave At The centre - The Most Popular Style
- FOREHAND RUBBER: Tenergy 05 | Sponge Thickness (mm): 2.1 | Speed: 83 | Spin: 76 | Arc: 79 | Hardness: 36
- BACKHAND RUBBER: Tenergy 05 | Sponge Thickness (mm): 2.1 | Speed: 83 | Spin: 76 | Arc: 79 | Hardness: 36
- APPROVAL: International Table Tennis Federation Approved
- All Pro-Line Rackets Come Fully Assembled
IN DEPTH
- BLADE REACTION & VIBRATION PROPERTIES
- RUBBER SPEED, SPIN, ARC, STABILITY & VARIATION PROPERTIES
- RUBBER SPONGE THICKNESS
Did You Know?
More World Class Players Trust Butterfly Than Any Other Brand - At the 2019 World Table Tennis Championships, 99.8% of the participants were surveyed regarding their individual blade and rubber usage. Of those surveyed, Butterfly blades were used by 56.6% of the participants while the other 43.4% consisted of 11 different brands. Butterfly rubbers were used by 53.2% of the participants while the other 46.8% consisted of 11 different brands.
The identical racket used by Noshad Alamiyan. Butterfly's enormously popular Arylate/Carbon technology. The power of Carbon meets the vibration reducing properties of Arylate. Dignics 05 is recommended for players seeking to generate a high level attack while pressuring the opponent with powerful topspin play. Dignics 05
- Blade: Viscaria | 5-Ply Wood + 2 Arylate/Carbon (ALC) | Reaction: 11.8 | Vibration: 10.3
- Handle: Flared - Concave At The centre - The Most Popular Style
- Forehand Rubber: Dignics 05 | Sponge Thickness (mm): 2.1 | Speed Rating: 86 | Spin Rating: 85 | Arc Rating: 88 | Hardness: 40
- Backhand Rubber: Dignics 05 | Sponge Thickness (mm): 2.1 | Speed Rating: 86 | Spin Rating: 85 | Arc Rating: 88 | Hardness: 40
- International Table Tennis Federation Approved
- All Pro-Line Rackets Come Fully Assembled
PLEASE NOTE: Ultimately, most players find a blade that best suits their own individual and unique style of play and will use that blade for years. If properly cared for, the blade will last years. However, the rubber will wear out over time and need to be replaced. When that day comes, DO NOT THROW THIS RACKET AWAY! The glue that is used to assemble Butterfly Pro-Line rackets will allow you to easily remove the old rubber. You can have the rubber professionally installed or you can even do it yourself! Replace with the same rubber or upgrade to one that offers more speed, or more spin, or both!
Did You Know?
More World Class Players Trust Butterfly Than Any Other Brand - At the 2024 World Table Tennis Championships, 100% of the participants were surveyed regarding their individual Blade, Rubber and Shoe usage. Butterfly Blades were used by 51.8% of the players and Butterfly Rubbers were used by 50.3% of the players. Additionally, 37.5% of the players preferred Butterfly Shoes.
Martin Kilpatrick Tsunami Ping Pong Paddle - Pips-In Rubber On Both Sides For Maximum Spin - Martin Kilpatrick (MK) Racket Series - Recommended For Beginning Level Players
The Martin Kilpatrick Tsunami Ping Pong Paddle is designed for ping pong family fun and is the fifth and final step in the MK Racket Series. Congratulations! After you master this you will be ready for the Big Leagues! The Pips-In surface will produce the most spin in the MK Series. Ideal for topspin play from both the forehand and backhand side.
- Blade Construction: 5-Ply Wood
- Handle: Flared - Concave At The centre - The Most Popular Style
- Comfortable & Ergonomic Grip
- Surface: Pips-In With Sponge & Pips-In With Sponge
- The Fifth And Final Step In The MK Series
The Martin Kilpatrick (MK) Racket Series is designed so that each racket is an inexpensive and natural transition to the next racket. From no sponge to sponge and from pips-out to pips-in, the MK Series covers all the bases as you progress. Want to take a greater leap? Check out the Butterfly Recreational Racket Series.
PLEASE NOTE: Like most recreational rackets, this racket is assembled with a glue that is intended to keep the surface permanently attached to the wood for the life of the racket. If you prefer to have the ability to upgrade the surface when it becomes worn, please check out the Butterfly Pro-Line Racket Series.
Did You Know?
More World Class Players Trust Butterfly Than Any Other Brand - At the 2019 World Table Tennis Championships, 99.8% of the participants were surveyed regarding their individual blade and rubber usage. Of those surveyed, Butterfly blades were used by 56.6% of the participants while the other 43.4% consisted of 11 different brands. Butterfly rubbers were used by 53.2% of the participants while the other 46.8% consisted of 11 different brands.
The Timo Boll TJ is powered by Butterfly's patented Tamca 5000 Carbon technology offering more power, consistency and a larger sweet spot. The blade features a slightly smaller head and handle. This makes it easier to maneuver and is ideal for kids or players with smaller hands. Sriver is an excellent all-around attacking rubber, good spin and even better speed. Sriver was the dominant rubber for more than 25 years. Good spin and more speed for a balanced attack.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- BLADE: Timo Boll TJ | Plies: 3-Ply Wood + 2 T5000 Carbon | Reaction: 10.5 | Vibration: 11.4
- HANDLE: Flared - Concave At The centre - The Most Popular Style
- FOREHAND RUBBER: Sriver | Sponge Thickness (mm): 2.1 | Speed: 38 | Spin: 23 | Arc: 23 | Hardness: 38
- BACKHAND RUBBER: Sriver | Sponge Thickness (mm): 2.1 | Speed: 38 | Spin: 23 | Arc: 23 | Hardness: 38
- APPROVAL: International Table Tennis Federation Approved
- All Pro-Line Rackets Come Fully Assembled
IN DEPTH
- BLADE REACTION & VIBRATION PROPERTIES
- RUBBER SPEED, SPIN, ARC, STABILITY & VARIATION PROPERTIES
- RUBBER SPONGE THICKNESS
Did You Know?
More World Class Players Trust Butterfly Than Any Other Brand - At the 2019 World Table Tennis Championships, 99.8% of the participants were surveyed regarding their individual blade and rubber usage. Of those surveyed, Butterfly blades were used by 56.6% of the participants while the other 43.4% consisted of 11 different brands. Butterfly rubbers were used by 53.2% of the participants while the other 46.8% consisted of 11 different brands.