changing bats?

[loppogan]

Does the paddle ever deteriorate? Or should you only buy a new one when you're upgrading?

 

[Loopadoop]

I have one defensive blade that I sealed, edges and handle too. It has lasted for over 25 years.

 

[suds79]

Yeah I'm with Loopadoop here.

My Stiga Clipper is probably 6-7 years old. If it has changed at all, then the difference is so small I can't tell the difference. So then I must ask if it matters.

Unless you plan on going pro, I wouldn't worry about it. A bat can last you pretty much forever or as long as you want it to.

 

[Loopadoop]

I even used the aforementioned blade I talked about above, for my blade of choice during the regluing era, used inverted rubber on both sides.

 

[DukeGaGa]

There are a few situations you might want to switch:
1. Equipment junkie that just can't stay away from new stuff
2. Upgrading.
3. Damaged.

 

[phorkyas]

Yeah I'm with Loopadoop here.

My Stiga Clipper is probably 6-7 years old. If it has changed at all, then the difference is so small I can't tell the difference. So then I must ask if it matters.

Unless you plan on going pro, I wouldn't worry about it. A bat can last you pretty much forever or as long as you want it to.

Second that. Pulled my Grubbs All+ from the cupboard after a 15 years pause and it felt as if nothing happened (rubbers tho worn out.. new tensors were fun)

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[FruitLoop]

Does the paddle ever deteriorate? Or should you only buy a new one when you're upgrading?

Are you referring to the blade (wood part) only? They can last decades if well looked after. Rubbers need replacing every so often as they lose both grip of the top sheet and springiness of the sponge over time. They last about 100 hours of play for an intermediate+ player, depending on the rubber.