The Stiga 5 pro tube 5 star carbon bat is the little brother of the number 1 voted Stiga 6 star pro carbon table tennis bat, and it has made this list due to the popularity of the Stiga brand and ability to maintain a high level of quality at competitive prices. This would be higher on the list but the only reason that the price difference between this and the 6 star carbon bat is relatively small due to the special offer we have on the Stiga 6 star at Table Tennis Hub right now, it makes more sense to choose the 6 star over this Stiga 5 star bat. But taking no credit away from the Stiga 5 pro tube 5 star carbon bat it is still great and has similar features to the 6 star pro carbon bat. STIGA table tennis bats are graded according to a 5-star rating system, whereby 5 signifies the best performance characteristics and 1 signifies a simpler bat. Your choice of bat will depend on your experience and playing level. Here, we explain what the different stars signify and give you examples of bats to help you find the right bat for you. A paddle that is suitable for players who are looking to elevate their game, the Thunderline 6 Star Premium Ping Pong Paddle offers good performance on a budget. The paddle and its rubber are fully ITTF approved, which means that you can use it in official competitions. The blade consists of seven layers of ply for extra stability and most of the users who tested it mentioned that this contributes to the performance of the paddle, giving it a good combination of speed, spin and control.

star – A table tennis bat for those who may already be playing in a club or have been playing for longer. This bat provides high speed and a lot of spin, allowing the average player to further develop their technique. In this category, you'll find bats such as Vision, Vision Carbon and Royal 4-star.

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Yes, the Stiga Pro Carbon is ITTF Approved. This means it is eligible to use in official events such as tournaments and league play. Conclusion We love the Killerspin JET200 Table Tennis Paddle because it works well for all types of players and comes with a lightweight build that’s great for learning ping pong and refining your technique. The DHS 4002 is also a great option overall for its affordability coupled with its ability for spin and speed. This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items. The Stiga Pro Carbon paddle has a rubber surface to improve the player’s grip and increase shot accuracy. star – A table tennis bat for those who have gained an interest in the sport and are perhaps keen on playing in a club. This bat provides more speed than the 1-star bat and offers an opportunity to develop your playing technique. In this category, you'll find bats such as Reach, React and Technic.

It’s got two carbon layers, S5 rubber technology, and it’s made with balsa wood, a high-quality lightweight wood that comes from the mallow family. This kind of wood is known to be eco-friendly as it can be grown easily in plantations as a renewable source of hardwood. It’s so sustainable; in fact, it has been used for eco improvement projects like foam buoy replacement. Blade Quality Maybe you have already heard about STIGA company. STIGA Swedish company manufactures table tennis equipment, especially paddles. This company started making ping pong-related products in 1994, and now it’s known as the world’s largest table tennis equipment manufacturers. They are regularly working with the latest technologies to improve table tennis products quality. Stiga Pro Carbon Paddle Rating: Speed, Spin, and Control The handle is about 5mm shorter than the handles on all my other bats. In the image, the leftmost one is the same bat: Pro Carbon, while the one in the middle is an older Stiga Tube Advance. Handle is shorter only on the Blue Pro Carbon. Try to find a paddle that works well for your skill level, whether that’s beginner, intermediate, or professional.Ping pong handles can be flared, straight, penhold, and anatomic. The most common handles are flared and straight, with flared being preferred for players who use their front hand and don’t really switch up their grip. A straight handle might work better for someone who does switch up their grip, and straight handles are what advanced and professional players use more often. It also has WRB (weight, recovery, balance) technology, which makes the paddle heavier in the head instead of the handle, resulting in a lighter handle. There’s also the TUBE technology, which means that micro-channels in the middle of the blade are filled with materials to help improve the paddle’s handling, something you don’t often find in paddles. Rubbers are made with a 2 mm sponge, which is great for offensive players capitalizing on speed and spin.

Due to the high stiffness of the carbon layers, this blade has a larger sweet spot which gives power over an extended area. Rubber The paddle set comes with eight ping-pong balls that are legal for official competitions as well as a free carrying and storage case so you can store and support your ping-pong set wherever you go. Many of the users who tested the JP WinLook Ping Pong Paddle were impressed with the ergonomic design of the paddles in the way they feel great in your hand. Even though these paddles may feel slightly on the heavier side, they offer a great combination of the essential elements you should for when shopping for ping-pong paddles: speed, spin and control. The entire set of paddles and balls is ITTF approved for size and weight, which means that you can use them in competitions. Users mentioned that the paddles definitely have a professional feel about them as well as a smooth finish that will allow you to perfect your spin. Loop: You can loop strongly with proper technique and a lot of energy. You should change the rubber to something better if you want to play the looping game.Paddles that are heavier than average don’t offer good control of the paddle, but it shouldn’t be difficult to find a lightweight model for high performance and extra control. Grip: shakehand vs. penhold

As mentioned above, it is important to opt for a high-quality ping-pong paddle, especially if you are serious about your game. From the materials it is built from to how comfortable the handle feels in your hand, there are multiple features to take into account when it comes to choosing the right paddle. If the ping-pong paddle you decide to use is not a quality one, you may find that you can’t reach your desired speed during the game, both when playing offensively and defensively. Features to consider when choosing a ping pong paddle Both the Pro Carbon and Jet 800 are very much similar. They are aggressive in nature which can generate more speed and spin with some sacrifice in control and feeling. Both are designed to target intermediate club-level players. When a ball hits the rubber surface, the ball dips more due to the collapse of tiny air bubbles. The springing action of the bubbles (contraction and expansion) deflects the ball with more speed and spin. The blade is a little heavier than most premade bats. However, this blade is considerably lighter when compared to other offensive blades. UPDATE: I finally got to use the bat in some matches and oh boy, this is not the real thing! My 10 year old Stiga Tube Advance with a spin rating of 86 has about double the spin of this Blue Pro Carbon which is supposed to have a spin rating of 100. Even the sound that the bat makes when you hit the ball is cheap. The Red Pro Carbon which I bought together with this one is the real thing! Spin, speed, sound, feel... everything is great on that one.The Stiga 6 star pro carbon offensive table tennis bat is the top of Stiga's range of ready made bats and by far the best, it is very nice to play with giving a solid combination of speed and spin.