Yep, it's a beginner XStar V with a thicker core, so that might be the right thing for an amateur getting back after a hiatus. Any blade in that 1250 Hz ALL+/OFF- area will do just fine, even Lebesson and Gauzy use all wood 5 ply blades that are in that zone. So maybe the Andro Gauzy SL OFF with a harder ebony outer may suits you even if it's a 7 ply blade, or the Tibhar Lebesson.
Rozena good choice too, nice balance between everything needed in terms of power, spin and control. I would also mention the Stiga DNA Pro M or Pro S, or the mid/soft Tibhar rubbers like FX-S or the harder MX-S.
The Mark V isn't that good nowadays with plastic ball, not enough spin, it's mostly for flat strokes powerfull guys. I got to train with an amateur getting back too with those rubbers, they were like new he took care of his racket for sure but... he was complaining about not being able to generate enough spin when pushing or serving like he used to before, he also was looping with a too much wide stroke that was exhausting after 1 single game...
Are 5 ply all-wood blades still should be the first blade for beginner?
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I haven't found much reviews on the new Falcima, but have you tried it? How was it compared to other 5 ply all wood blades? Was it a good buy? Regarding the rubber, yeah but since it fits my budget currently, I'll probably use the mark V first. Gonna swap for a Vega Europe after like 6 months or so.
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Hey, thanks for the reply! Can you suggest me some lists of great entry level tensor rubbers that I should try?
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I am a decent high level club player, i am in charge of equipment and training some newer players (kids age 8/13)
A custom blade is a must i.m.o.
Often i give them my 5 ply off with tensor rubbers (42.5d) to see if they have early signs of talent, ball feeling etc.
5 ply blades have so much variety that you can go from def to off(+) If the kid shows early signs of offensive play i give them off. Some children push every ball even if they are taught differently. They are better off with all+
Because kids change hobbies so often parents don't want to spend as much. But i still think some consideration to the beginners is key to getting them to enjoy the game as much as posible.
Training is key, and so is fun for them. Combine both and everyone will love tabletennis!
A custom blade is a must i.m.o.
Often i give them my 5 ply off with tensor rubbers (42.5d) to see if they have early signs of talent, ball feeling etc.
5 ply blades have so much variety that you can go from def to off(+) If the kid shows early signs of offensive play i give them off. Some children push every ball even if they are taught differently. They are better off with all+
Because kids change hobbies so often parents don't want to spend as much. But i still think some consideration to the beginners is key to getting them to enjoy the game as much as posible.
Training is key, and so is fun for them. Combine both and everyone will love tabletennis!
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No, I go straight with Butterfly Viscaria and Nittaku Fast Arc G-1 Max on both sides. Just keep practicing and always ask for a recommendation, analysis, and perspective from your opponents, friends, or partner you play with. That would give you better overtime.
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