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I know some people are expecting a revolutionary new blade/technology..... but there just isn't anything that can improve the current offering. The FZD "signature" blade (the one he uses), is....... drum roll please....... A rebranded TB ALC, which is a rebranded Viscaria. I know people say...

I've never used anything on my handles. 1. I like the look of them too much. 2. Nothing beats the feel of wood in your hands.......... I'll just leave that here...... 3. If I had a preference, I think I would go with the "Square/Straight" handle of something like the TB ALC. Although the...

So, this is a hard comparison because I went from using the softy, spongy Tenergy 05 on the Harimoto (and then TB ALC), to using Dignics 09C and 05 on the DO ALC. I remember my very first reaction (expecting something a little like the Harimoto ALC), but it was virtually identical to the TB...

Hi Debbie, Assuming you are in the UK (according to your flag), I'd pick some squash shoes from Sports Direct (or another High Street sports store). There are some table tennis websites you can check out, that sometimes have good offers on shoes. Tees Sport Thorntons Bribar But anything that...

I've used a Viscaria, and played with a TB ALC (the same blade to all intents and purposes according to Butterfly). I've also played with the Harimoto for a season. I think I've documented my feelings over numerous threads in the past, but will try and summarise a little here. Both are pretty...

This is the answer from what I can see. It wasn't the first time she did it in the match either - Both times winning the point (I'm sure there are more, I just don't have the time to look right now). Short heavy backspin serve to opponents forehand..... Pretty much guarantees a push return...

Do you ever look back on your posts and try to look from a different point of view? Without trying to be patronising, I think you’d find it quite useful. Are things like equipment reviews perfect? No. They are not. Is having the same people review lots of different equipment with the same...

I see these kinds of comments a lot, and it’s easy to see why when you start looking into it online. Unfortunately (and table tennis forums aren’t alone here), random peoples opinions carry far too much weight, and Chinese whispers are rampant (in case “Chinese Whispers” isn’t a universal term...

Welcome to London (in advance!) With it being “out of season”, it’s worth contacting the clubs in advance, just to make sure they’ll be open. I’d happily meet up, but I’m about an hour north of London (If you didn’t mind coming up, I’m more than happy to look at options!)

Hi Tony, as with almost every TT opinion, there will always be the niche situations where someone will disagree with a sound suggestion….. and here is mine, disagreeing with yours! 😅 For me, my natural technique and game style is the one PingBirdPong was toying with in his OP. If I didn’t...

OK, I'm 6ft 4 (just a little taller than Samsonov) and about 50 times heavier 😂 Speed comes with ability, especially on open ups. So don't think you'll never get there, and have that thought lead your decision. Of course there will be things that you aren't as good at - Typically, taller...

I'll add a bit more context to when I said you should be more aggressive. Firstly, I've never been too disappointed when I've lost a game on my own terms. Missing attacking balls, or generally being outplayed - I don't mind that as much. But losing a game when I'm passive, negative and...

I didn't mention that second block as it included another filthy fist pump 😂 As for the backhand flick..... It's not a bad tactic to use - It's worth improving it though, so you feel confident in getting the spin. You hit it quite flat at the moment, which works well for those sidespin serves...

OK, Gozo my man! I've only watched the first video - I find with doubles, people play very differently, and tactics are completely different. So I'll focus on the singles match for now. First item on the agenda..... Forehand loop/kill/drive - Call it what you want. An easy fix, which...

The idea of this thread was to encourage people to post video footage of themselves in the knowledge they can get constructive feedback from players who are a known quantity, and who have a history of offering quality constructive advice. I think what Der meant was that all of those people who...

Thanks Kolev! Despite the many tens of thousands a child costs….. It’s still cheaper than my annual Dignics spend 😂

Just an FYI for people….. I’ve been reading as much as I can, but my wife had a baby on Monday, so we’ve been a little preoccupied! it’s great to see the constructive comments though - I feel the depth of advice from a broader range of people seems to be better than ever!

Here’s some thoughts as to why this would be a bad idea (having recently discussed this with my son, who is pretty annoyed I won’t teach him loads of killer serves). Unless you are good enough to be able to play good quality FH and BH, it’s unlikely you’ll be good enough with your footwork...

Hey Gozo, I wouldn’t disagree with you too much on that, and I’m certainly not saying the Chinese style backhand is bad. It’s more that at the amateur level, I see far more advantages to the spinny backhand. I should also probably add…..The people who have the ability to play the “Timo Boll”...

Length of time at a club, or even experience, is not an indicator of ability. From that one video, he barely got a single block on….. Which isn’t useful for your development at all. You often find 2 players of a similar level can have some amazing rallies against each other, and in some...