Nittaku Large Blast R Large Ball Penhold Blade

A rounded-square penhold for Large Ball that makes use of its light weight of about 82 g.

The Large Blast R is a penhold racket for Large Ball table tennis, which uses a larger ball. It has a rounded-square blade, with 2 very thin carbon plies set toward the surface of thick plywood. At about 82 g it is light, and it suits players who like a fast game of hitting smash after smash.

Features

• A penhold made for Large Ball, with a rounded-square blade (160×140 mm).
• 5 wood plies plus 2 very thin carbon plies, with the carbon placed toward the surface (outer type).
• The blade is 6.7 mm thick. The combination of thick plywood and very thin carbon is meant to give shots some drive.
• The manufacturer states a weight of about 82 g, which is on the light side, with an emphasis on being easy to swing through.
• Nittaku's published ratings are Mid-fast for speed and Hard for feel, and the grip measures 82×17 mm.

Recommended for

• Large Ball players who want to attack mainly with smashes
• Players who want a lighter penhold that is easy to swing through
• Players who want to switch quickly between forehand and backhand

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• At about 82 g it is on the light side, making the racket easier to move quickly even in fast exchanges.
• With very thin carbon plies, it is built to make speed easier to generate even with the Large Ball.

Things to consider

• Nittaku rates the feel as Hard, so players who prefer a soft feel may find it a matter of personal taste.
• This model is designed for Large Ball. Please check that it suits your intended use before choosing.
• Rubber is sold separately, so please prepare it separately.

Specifications

Speed, Feel are Nittaku's own published ratings; they cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.

FAQ

Q. How is the back of the blade finished?

A. In the manufacturer's notes, the back is described as "unpainted, flat wood."

Q. Does it come with rubber?

A. No. This product is the racket blade only, so please prepare rubber separately.

Before you buy

• This item is ordered from our supplier after you place your order, then shipped from Japan.
• If 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.
• Ships 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.
• Australia: no import duty or GST for orders of A$1,000 or less.
• Brazil: 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.
• Rubber is sold separately. Please also choose rubber, glue and edge tape.
• Weights are a guide. Because the blade is made of wood, weight and grain vary from blade to blade.
• Images are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.
• Specifications and design may change without notice.