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The Italian company Torneo has manufactured this model of racquet in three colours: green, orange and red, so that everyone can choose their own coloring (check the availability of a certain colour directly in the store). The racquet is designed for beginners who are just beginning to master the basics of tennis art.The manufacturer positions it as a model of a universal style of play, since a 7-layer base with a thickness of 5.5 mm gives a slightly greater rebound than that of 5-layer protective analogues.
The 1.8 mm thick sponge (rubber) is marked ITTF 815, which allows you to use the racquet in various tournaments and competitions. It is worth noting that the rubber has rather low rotation rates (53 points), so it will not work to perform top spins. But the control is in the range of 77, so the stands will work well after the opponent's attacks.
The handle of the flared type is made using Sandwich technology with a special impregnation, thanks to which the wooden base is not afraid of moisture. Additionally, the end is protected by a branded Torneo tape. The undoubted advantage is the low cost of the racquet.
The racquet is made especially for tennis players who have some experience of the game, but want to grow in professionalism. A distinctive feature of the product is the handle made of cork wood, which is rounded at the junction with the blade. Thanks to the cork, the handle absorbs sweat well and does not slip in the hand, and the rounded shape prevents chafing.
The model is designed for a universal style of play at medium distances. A speed score of 70 points is enough for weak attacks to the far side of the table, and control (80) will allow you to cope with fairly strong attacks of opponents. But the rotation of the rubber is weak and it will be possible to make only small cuts.
The Donic Persson 500 has ITTF certification, which allows it to be used at official table tennis tournaments. And at the same time, the cost of the racquet is quite low. The manufacturer gives a two-year warranty on it.
Despite the stated universal style of play, the Swedish-made racquet will be interesting to fans who play in close positions in a defensive style. It is convenient to use it to perform stands after the opponent's attacks. Like Torneo Competition , this model has a 7-layer wooden base, which gives a slightly improved bounce. At the same time, the entire racquet weighs only 130 grams, so that the hand will not get tired during the game. The 2 mm thick pad is made using ACS technology, thanks to which the rubber does not "stiffen" for a long time (it remains soft even after 2 years of use) and provides good ball control.
The model has ITTF certification, which allows it to be used at tournaments and open championships. Here the pads give a very low rotation, only 44 points, so you can not even think about performing twisted serves or strikes. However, at the same time, this indicator allows you to use the racquet as an "anti-spin", that is, to easily beat off the opponent's top backs (strikes with a strong rotation of the ball). Therefore, some experienced players purchase this racquet as an additional one and use it when an opponent comes across performing frequent top spins. Fortunately, the price for it allows you to do this, since it is relatively low compared to professional "anti-spins".
The racquet is made of high-quality 5-layer wooden base and 1.8 mm thick pads. The end is protected by a branded French ribbon. Although the manufacturer positions the model as an attacking one, it is still more convenient for it to play at short and medium distances with frequent trimming and twisting, which makes it versatile. All 80/80/70 indicators (speed / rotation /control) are clearly balanced here, so during the match the player can quickly switch from twisted top spins to "direct" strikes and vice versa. The pad is made using AeroSoft technology, so that its top layer is soft and springy.
The racquet is designed for experienced professionals who have been practicing table tennis for a long time. The International Tennis Association ITTF has approved this model, so it can be played at official tournaments. It is worth noting that according to player reviews, the pads retain tenacity for a long time, so they will not lose their rotational properties even after several years of active play. However, for such a high-quality model, the buyer will have to pay a considerable amount.
A really cool racquet from the German company Donic is designed for attacking players. The speed and torque indicators here are at around 120 (rated according to the Prince classification scale, and corresponds to 100 points according to the classification according to which rackets of other brands are evaluated), which makes the racquet a great tool for performing sharp powerful top spins, twists and twisted serves. It is characterized by playing in distant positions closer to the edge of the table, while you need to control the force of the blow so as not to interrupt the ball across the table. The control indicator is at around 60, so there will be no problems with taking ordinary punches from an opponent, but it will be difficult to cope with powerful top-backs. At the same time, it is worth noting that the pad with a 2.3 mm thick sponge is very soft and does not become rigid even after a couple of years of playing.
A distinctive feature of this inventory is the base, completely made of carbon fiber (carbon fiber with polymer inserts). This material is more durable than wood, resistant to high temperatures and is not afraid of moisture, so you can play with a racquet in wet weather and not worry if the racquet falls. Also, thanks to carbon fiber, the lining can be removed over time and replaced with a new one (you can't do this with wooden ready-made rackets, since the veneer fibers will be torn off together with the glue). However, the international tennis Association ITTF does not allow models made of 100% carbon fiber to official competitions, so the racquet is more designed for playing with friends and training. If you regularly participate in tournaments, then you should take an additional look at wooden models. The cost of such a sports instrument is rather big, but the strength and excellent gaming characteristics will pay for everything.
A professional-class racquet will be of interest to both experienced amateurs and advanced players. The manufacturer used balsa at the base, which is seven times lighter than ordinary wood, but at the same time it has a better bounce of the ball. Additionally, the base of the Pro Blade has carbon inserts that increase its strength characteristics. The production was carried out using BBS technology (the best balancing system), in which the centre of gravity is shifted closer to the middle and to the bottom of the blade. Due to this, when hitting the ball with the centre of the racquet, you can make a stronger blow, and make slight cuts with the edges of the blade.
Competition rubber OFF+ 2.2 mm thick pad is glued on both sides of the base. It has a special soft sponge with micropores that give an ejection effect with a strong backhand or top-back. At the same time, it is worth noting good torque indicators, thanks to which it is possible to perform complex feeds and protective trimming. Unlike many high-speed rackets, the Atemi 3000 C has a good indicator of control. Therefore, it will not be difficult to quickly switch from an attacking style of play to a defensive one. The model has ITTF certification, so it can be freely played at open official tournaments. All these positive factors have influenced a rather big price for inventory.
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