XIOM Aegis Shakehand Blade

A 5-ply wood blade with a large, thin blade, made for chop-oriented players

The Aegis is a 5-ply wood shakehand blade for chop-oriented players (a style that defends with backspin). The blade is large at 166.5×157 mm, with a thickness of 5.0 mm. It suits players who want to build their game on defense while mixing in attacks with drives.

Features

• The blade is large at 166.5×157 mm and thin at 5.0 mm.
• A 5-ply wood blade that uses limba. Limba is regarded as a relatively soft wood that makes it easier to catch the ball.
• The bounce is kept modest by design, to steady chopping and make it easier to put heavy backspin on the ball.
• It is designed with not only defense in mind but also moments when you counterattack with drives as chances arise.
• The manufacturer-published weight is 85 g ±. Grips come in two types, FL and ST, and the blade is JTTA-approved (Japan Table Tennis Association).

Recommended for

• Players who want to play a defensive game built on chopping
• Players who want to defend while also mixing in drive attacks
• Players who also value fine technique over the table (short balls near the net)

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• The larger blade is designed to make chopping easier to keep steady.
• You can choose between two grip types, FL and ST.
• A JTTA-approved (Japan Table Tennis Association) blade.

Things to consider

• Because the bounce is subdued, it may feel lacking to players whose main priority is the power of hard hits.
• Because the blade is larger, players used to a standard size may notice a difference in handling.
• Rubbers are sold separately, so please prepare one for each side.

Specifications

FAQ

Q. Can I also use it for attacking?

A. Yes. The manufacturer has a style that combines offense and defense in mind, and the blade is designed to handle counterattacks with drives as well as chopping.

Q. What is the difference between FL and ST?

A. FL (flared) has a grip whose end widens, while ST (straight) has a straight shape. The sizes are 100×24 mm for FL and 100×23 mm for ST.

Q. Do rubbers come with it?

A. No. This product is the racket body only, so please prepare rubbers for both sides 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.
• Rubbers are sold separately. Please also choose two rubbers, 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.