{"product_id":"nittaku-endless-shakehand-blade","title":"Nittaku Endless Shakehand Blade","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA defensive blade for players who want steadier chopping with reduced bounce\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eThe Endless is a defensive shakehand blade for chopping, with the bounce kept modest. Chopping is a defensive stroke in which you return the ball with backspin. Its speed is Slow (Nittaku's classification), and it suits players who want to put the emphasis on steady chopping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eA low-rebound (reduced-bounce) chopping blade, built so that the ball is less likely to fly too far.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Nittaku's own classification, speed is Slow and feel is Soft.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe blade is 165×157 mm with a thickness of 5.3 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight is approx. 80 g (manufacturer-published value), and the blade is made of 5 wood plies.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe grip is FL (flared: it widens toward the end of the grip) and measures 102×25 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers whose first priority is steady chopping\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want to practice chopping with a reduced-bounce blade\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChoppers who want to play mainly defense\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros and things to consider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe low-rebound, reduced-bounce build makes it easier to aim for steady chops.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWith Slow speed and a Soft feel (Nittaku's classification), it has a defensive character.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eBecause the bounce is reduced, it is not suited to play that relies on hitting through the ball with hard shots.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOnly the FL grip is available; ST cannot be selected.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable class=\"kidspo-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNittaku (Nippon Takkyu Co., Ltd.)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDefensive\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade composition\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e5 wood plies\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBlade: 165×157 mm \/ Grip: FL 102×25 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e80±g\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpeed\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e5.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eFeel\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSoft\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eGrip size\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFL (Flared)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNE-6965\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eChina\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-note\"\u003eSpeed, Feel are Nittaku's own published ratings; they cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl class=\"kidspo-faq\"\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. I also want to attack. Can I use this blade?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. This is a reduced-bounce chopping model, so it is aimed at players who mainly defend. If attacking is a larger part of your game, please also consider an offensive blade.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Can I choose the grip?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. This product is available only with the FL (flared) grip. The manufacturer-published grip size is 102×25 mm.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul class=\"kidspo-notes\"\u003e\u003cli\u003eThis item is ordered from our supplier after you place your order, then shipped from Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIf it is out of stock at the manufacturer or supplier, delivery may take longer. If a restock is not expected, we may cancel your order. We will contact you by email in either case.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eShips from Osaka, Japan by Japan Post. We ship this item to Australia and Brazil. It cannot be shipped to the United States. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAustralia: no import duty or GST for orders of A$1,000 or less.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBrazil: import taxes (about 93–100% of the order value including shipping) are paid by the recipient on delivery. Your CPF number is required for customs; we will ask for it by email after you order.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eRubbers are sold separately. Please also choose two rubbers, glue and edge tape.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeights are a guide. Because the blade is made of wood, weight and grain vary from blade to blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eImages are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSpecifications and design may change without notice.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nittaku","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67596531466422,"sku":"NTK-NE6965-FL","price":4020.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/71lH2Pf1jTL.jpg?v=1791364058","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/nittaku-endless-shakehand-blade","provider":"KIDSPO-カジュアル\u0026スポーツブランドのお店-","version":"1.0","type":"link"}