Chinese table tennis enthusiasts are very happy to be here~

[Layne]

Hi，friends~
I’m just an ordinary enthusiast from China.
My skill level is average—after two years of adult training (twice a week), I’m rated around 1600 points (based on the Chinese "Kaiqiuwang" rating system，
“1600" can execute long pushes on balls that stay close to the net, but I struggle to effectively play short pushes.
Against balls that bounce beyond the table edge, I can initiate attacks against backspin using both forehand and backhand, and—even if the quality of the initial shot isn't high—I can transition into topspin rallies.
However, the overall quality of my shots remains limited.
I don't know how different countries use points or ranking tiers to categorize table tennis skill levels.


More than just a player, I’m a total gearhead when it comes to equipment.

I’ve uploaded some photos of my gear.

There’s a huge community of gear enthusiasts in China; many of them try out 30 to 50 new blades every year.

Living in China gives me easy access to DHS and various domestic brands—like "Leishen" (endorsed by the rising star Liang Jingkun), 729, and "Galaxy" (Yinhe, the brand used by the North Korean team). They’re all really solid brands.
Just yesterday, I spotted a new product from my favorite Danish player, Anders Lind, in the latest Donic magazine—yet there wasn't a whisper of this news back in China.

That led me to do some digging, and I stumbled upon this forum. I was drawn in by the friendly atmosphere and the engaging discussions about the sport and equipment. So, I signed up to join this "big family."

I’m not yet sure what topics matter most to the international community here—whether it’s technique, gear, or perhaps some gossip (like news about the national teams; Chinese table tennis always draws a lot of attention and speculation, though we also keep a close eye on the latest updates regarding international stars, haha).

I’m also very happy to share my own thoughts on equipment and technique.

Looking forward to having a great time here!

 

[Layne]

My current primary blade is the W968 (specifically the "Number" version).
Blades I have previously used as my main setup include: Lin Gaoyuan ALC, Donic Waldner, Innerforce ALC, OCCR, Inspiration Carbon (Wang Manyu's Stiga collaboration model), VIS, Niwa Wood, Long 5X, W968, and Zhang Jike ALC.
My favorite rubbers are:
Hurricane 3 (both the standard and "National" versions; I find them to offer excellent value for money)
D05, D09C
Tibhar Evolution series (MX-P, EL-P)

 

[Faker]

My current primary blade is the W968 (specifically the "Number" version).
Blades I have previously used as my main setup include: Lin Gaoyuan ALC, Donic Waldner, Innerforce ALC, OCCR, Inspiration Carbon (Wang Manyu's Stiga collaboration model), VIS, Niwa Wood, Long 5X, W968, and Zhang Jike ALC.
My favorite rubbers are:
Hurricane 3 (both the standard and "National" versions; I find them to offer excellent value for money)
D05, D09C
Tibhar Evolution series (MX-P, EL-P)

If you wanna sell the Golden Vis, I am always here😉

 

[J-fed]

Hi，friends~
I’m just an ordinary enthusiast from China.
My skill level is average—after two years of adult training (twice a week), I’m rated around 1600 points (based on the Chinese "Kaiqiuwang" rating system，
“1600" can execute long pushes on balls that stay close to the net, but I struggle to effectively play short pushes.
Against balls that bounce beyond the table edge, I can initiate attacks against backspin using both forehand and backhand, and—even if the quality of the initial shot isn't high—I can transition into topspin rallies.
However, the overall quality of my shots remains limited.
I don't know how different countries use points or ranking tiers to categorize table tennis skill levels.


More than just a player, I’m a total gearhead when it comes to equipment.

I’ve uploaded some photos of my gear.

There’s a huge community of gear enthusiasts in China; many of them try out 30 to 50 new blades every year.

Living in China gives me easy access to DHS and various domestic brands—like "Leishen" (endorsed by the rising star Liang Jingkun), 729, and "Galaxy" (Yinhe, the brand used by the North Korean team). They’re all really solid brands.
Just yesterday, I spotted a new product from my favorite Danish player, Anders Lind, in the latest Donic magazine—yet there wasn't a whisper of this news back in China.

That led me to do some digging, and I stumbled upon this forum. I was drawn in by the friendly atmosphere and the engaging discussions about the sport and equipment. So, I signed up to join this "big family."

I’m not yet sure what topics matter most to the international community here—whether it’s technique, gear, or perhaps some gossip (like news about the national teams; Chinese table tennis always draws a lot of attention and speculation, though we also keep a close eye on the latest updates regarding international stars, haha).

I’m also very happy to share my own thoughts on equipment and technique.

Looking forward to having a great time here!

Let’s have great Japan China relations.
I’ve always had nothing but great times with my Chinese/Hong Kong friends and partners.

 

[Layne]

If you wanna sell the Golden Vis, I am always here😉

If you wanna sell the Golden Vis, I am always here😉

Haha, I own an authentic "Gold Label" blade, while the others are ones I customized myself—I applied a gold-colored film over the silver emblem and used a heat gun to shrink-wrap it.
The result is actually excellent (it looks indistinguishable from the real thing, provided you ensure all air is expelled from underneath during application).
As for the Gold Label, I don't think its performance lives up to the exaggerated hype; in my view, the gap between it and the Viscaria isn't huge. It offers more raw power and a crisper, more transparent feel on the backhand, but it doesn't provide an unfathomable level of consistency or touch.

 

[Layne]

Let’s have great Japan China relations.
I’ve always had nothing but great times with my Chinese/Hong Kong friends and partners.

Let’s have great Japan China relations.
I’ve always had nothing but great times with my Chinese/Hong Kong friends and partners.

Hello there!
Recently, the prices of Japanese-market Butterfly blades have dropped rapidly, likely due to exchange rate fluctuations.
During this time, I’ve purchased a few ALC blades.
I have to say, Butterfly’s product quality is second to none globally.
In almost any other field, it would be unthinkable to use a piece of equipment costing 800 RMB to compete at a professional level—let alone achieve top-tier results.
Yet Butterfly makes it possible; their product quality and performance are truly top-notch.
I love Butterfly.
I hope we can become friends!

 

[Faker]

Haha, I own an authentic "Gold Label" blade, while the others are ones I customized myself—I applied a gold-colored film over the silver emblem and used a heat gun to shrink-wrap it.
The result is actually excellent (it looks indistinguishable from the real thing, provided you ensure all air is expelled from underneath during application).
As for the Gold Label, I don't think its performance lives up to the exaggerated hype; in my view, the gap between it and the Viscaria isn't huge. It offers more raw power and a crisper, more transparent feel on the backhand, but it doesn't provide an unfathomable level of consistency or touch.

Nooooooo

Cheers
F-kr

 

[J-fed]

Hello there!
Recently, the prices of Japanese-market Butterfly blades have dropped rapidly, likely due to exchange rate fluctuations.
During this time, I’ve purchased a few ALC blades.
I have to say, Butterfly’s product quality is second to none globally.
In almost any other field, it would be unthinkable to use a piece of equipment costing 800 RMB to compete at a professional level—let alone achieve top-tier results.
Yet Butterfly makes it possible; their product quality and performance are truly top-notch.
I love Butterfly.
I hope we can become friends!

We certainly can, but I have never liked butterfly! Can't argue with their success though

 

[Layne]

We certainly can, but I have never liked butterfly! Can't argue with their success though

Haha, alright—what’s your favorite brand? Or gear?
Let's see if we share the same tastes.

 

[J-fed]

Haha, alright—what’s your favorite brand? Or gear?
Let's see if we share the same tastes.

I already said it here a few times in the past few days. I'm incredibly impressed with this Sanwei blade and the Friendship focus 3 snipe rubber. Stil searching for my ideal long pimples but this P3v is absolutely crazy. I love the blocking and absurd wobble it gives. Butterfly feint long 2 was much more predictable but I am fascinated by the possibilities of other long pimples. Will try some Chinese LP next.
Short pimples I love Hammond FA and DHS SP too.

 

[Novarac23]

This is an amazing collection. Now I definitely don’t feel bad about owning 7 blades 😂

 

[J-fed]

This is an amazing collection. Now I definitely don’t feel bad about owning 7 blades 😂

Dude has a bat collection like a record collection

 

[J-fed]

This is an amazing collection. Now I definitely don’t feel bad about owning 7 blades 😂

All totally justified and necessary

 

[NoSpin]

@Layne hey. Can you tell your impressions about Niwa Wood?

 

[impluse101]

This is an amazing collection. Now I definitely don’t feel bad about owning 7 blades 😂

I feel this too.. lol

to the OP,
nice collection tho

 

[Layne]

@Layne hey. Can you tell your impressions about Niwa Wood?

@Layne hey. Can you tell your impressions about Niwa Wood?

Just sharing my personal opinion:
Compared to my other 7-ply all-wood blades (CLCR, 506), this one is very hard and fast.
Especially when using low to medium power, it doesn't really feel like an all-wood blade. This is likely due to its unique carbonization process.
The feel isn't as crisp or transparent as the CL, and it doesn't generate spin or shot quality quite like the 506 (I own a 2013 Chinese National Team version of the 506, which is arguably the best-playing 7-ply blade out there).
In short, I bought it because of the hype online about its "dream-like feel"—
but in reality, it doesn't quite live up to that.
It’s more like an all-rounder that scores a solid 70/100 in every category—essentially an all-wood version of a "mini" outer-carbon blade.
If you need a practice blade to ensure balanced development across all skills, and you want an all-wood blade to help refine your technique (since beginners using composite blades might neglect proper form), then it’s worth a try.
However, if you are chasing that "dream-like feel" or the "pinnacle of all-wood performance" that people talk about...
you’ll likely be disappointed.
On the plus side, the build quality is excellent; I bought two, and there was very little difference in weight, with the feel being almost identical between them.
My setup: Blue Sponge Provincial Hurricane 3 (40°, 2.1mm) + V15 Extra.

 

[1kaze]

Hi，friends~
I’m just an ordinary enthusiast from China.
My skill level is average—after two years of adult training (twice a week), I’m rated around 1600 points (based on the Chinese "Kaiqiuwang" rating system，
“1600" can execute long pushes on balls that stay close to the net, but I struggle to effectively play short pushes.
Against balls that bounce beyond the table edge, I can initiate attacks against backspin using both forehand and backhand, and—even if the quality of the initial shot isn't high—I can transition into topspin rallies.
However, the overall quality of my shots remains limited.
I don't know how different countries use points or ranking tiers to categorize table tennis skill levels.


More than just a player, I’m a total gearhead when it comes to equipment.

I’ve uploaded some photos of my gear.

There’s a huge community of gear enthusiasts in China; many of them try out 30 to 50 new blades every year.

Living in China gives me easy access to DHS and various domestic brands—like "Leishen" (endorsed by the rising star Liang Jingkun), 729, and "Galaxy" (Yinhe, the brand used by the North Korean team). They’re all really solid brands.
Just yesterday, I spotted a new product from my favorite Danish player, Anders Lind, in the latest Donic magazine—yet there wasn't a whisper of this news back in China.

That led me to do some digging, and I stumbled upon this forum. I was drawn in by the friendly atmosphere and the engaging discussions about the sport and equipment. So, I signed up to join this "big family."

I’m not yet sure what topics matter most to the international community here—whether it’s technique, gear, or perhaps some gossip (like news about the national teams; Chinese table tennis always draws a lot of attention and speculation, though we also keep a close eye on the latest updates regarding international stars, haha).

I’m also very happy to share my own thoughts on equipment and technique.

Looking forward to having a great time here!

If you want to sell something to ur Indian Pal, I am here.

 

[Ian]

May I ask where you got this rack?

 

[Layne]

May I ask where you got this rack?
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This is a moisture - proof box. It is often used to protect electronic equipment such as single - lens reflex cameras, preventing the internal circuits from oxidizing due to moisture.

Table - tennis bats also need such boxes because the humidity changes throughout the year can repeatedly cause the wood to shrink and expand, leading to internal damage and a decline in performance.

This is Zhang Jike's view, and I fully agree. He has the means to send his bats back to the Butterfly factory for re - processing, but what amateur players can do is to take good care of their own equipment.

I have many other protective methods, and I can share them next time.

 

[J-fed]

This is a moisture - proof box. It is often used to protect electronic equipment such as single - lens reflex cameras, preventing the internal circuits from oxidizing due to moisture.

Table - tennis bats also need such boxes because the humidity changes throughout the year can repeatedly cause the wood to shrink and expand, leading to internal damage and a decline in performance.

This is Zhang Jike's view, and I fully agree. He has the means to send his bats back to the Butterfly factory for re - processing, but what amateur players can do is to take good care of their own equipment.

I have many other protective methods, and I can share them next time.

A wine cooler? I got one of them.
France must be a great place to keep TT bats a long time!