Hey guys, I‘m looking for recommendation for ALL+/OFF- ~50$ blade with reasonable control and spin for beginner to develop technique correctly, but with the most potential to be used further down the line as an intermediate blade using appropriate rubbers, should I improve.
I returned to playing table tennis once a week after couple of years with friends who play some local league. I understand differrent types of strokes, but sometimes struggle with execution. I have premade Donic racket which I would like to replace with something slightly on the offensive side, with moderate control and spin, larger sweet spot if possible and good balance. Also I‘d prefer it to be made in Europe instead of China.
I‘ve done some research, but did end up optionally paralyzed (as I often do) and I already spent way more time on selection than I should for a blade at this price point, but I still want to select the best blade to stick with it for a longer time. Found a few options:
Yasaka Sweden Extra
Gewo Zoom Balance All+
Gewo Zoom Pro Off-
Andro Timber 5 ALL/S
Andro Timber 5 Off
Andro Timber 7 OFF
Andro Gauzy BL5
Andro Gauzy BL7
Tibhar Stratus Power Wood
Tibhar Samsonov Force PRO
Should I be conservative and go with Yasaka Sweden Extra or go wild with Tibar Stratus Power Wood, which looks great but I am little bit worried cause of often mentioned size, headheavyness and handle size (I am a smaller guy - 175cm with not that large hands). I would also like to hear some opinions on listed Andro an Gewo blades, since I wasn‘t able to find enough info. And for Tibhar Samsonov Force Pro – I know it‘s probably more advanced selection, but found a good price on it so I did put it in here. I am looking for some recommendation or additional info from more experienced players to help me solve this puzzle
I returned to playing table tennis once a week after couple of years with friends who play some local league. I understand differrent types of strokes, but sometimes struggle with execution. I have premade Donic racket which I would like to replace with something slightly on the offensive side, with moderate control and spin, larger sweet spot if possible and good balance. Also I‘d prefer it to be made in Europe instead of China.
I‘ve done some research, but did end up optionally paralyzed (as I often do) and I already spent way more time on selection than I should for a blade at this price point, but I still want to select the best blade to stick with it for a longer time. Found a few options:
Yasaka Sweden Extra
Gewo Zoom Balance All+
Gewo Zoom Pro Off-
Andro Timber 5 ALL/S
Andro Timber 5 Off
Andro Timber 7 OFF
Andro Gauzy BL5
Andro Gauzy BL7
Tibhar Stratus Power Wood
Tibhar Samsonov Force PRO
Should I be conservative and go with Yasaka Sweden Extra or go wild with Tibar Stratus Power Wood, which looks great but I am little bit worried cause of often mentioned size, headheavyness and handle size (I am a smaller guy - 175cm with not that large hands). I would also like to hear some opinions on listed Andro an Gewo blades, since I wasn‘t able to find enough info. And for Tibhar Samsonov Force Pro – I know it‘s probably more advanced selection, but found a good price on it so I did put it in here. I am looking for some recommendation or additional info from more experienced players to help me solve this puzzle