{"product_id":"xiom-aegis-shakehand-blade","title":"XIOM Aegis Shakehand Blade","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 5-ply wood blade with a large, thin blade, made for chop-oriented players\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe blade is large at 166.5×157 mm and thin at 5.0 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eA 5-ply wood blade that uses limba. Limba is regarded as a relatively soft wood that makes it easier to catch the ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe bounce is kept modest by design, to steady chopping and make it easier to put heavy backspin on the ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt is designed with not only defense in mind but also moments when you counterattack with drives as chances arise.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe manufacturer-published weight is 85 g ±. Grips come in two types, FL and ST, and the blade is JTTA-approved (Japan Table Tennis Association).\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want to play a defensive game built on chopping\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want to defend while also mixing in drive attacks\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who also value fine technique over the table (short balls near the net)\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 larger blade is designed to make chopping easier to keep steady.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eYou can choose between two grip types, FL and ST.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eA JTTA-approved (Japan Table Tennis Association) blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eBecause the bounce is subdued, it may feel lacking to players whose main priority is the power of hard hits.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBecause the blade is larger, players used to a standard size may notice a difference in handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eRubbers are sold separately, so please prepare one for each side.\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\u003eXIOM\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\u003eBlade thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e5.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e85 g ±\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade size\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e166.5×157 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eGrip size\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFL 100×24 mm \/ ST 100×23 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eColor options\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNatural\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eGrip options\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFL (Flared) \/ ST (Straight)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e20601 \/ 20603\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\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl class=\"kidspo-faq\"\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Can I also use it for attacking?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. 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.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. What is the difference between FL and ST?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. 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.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Do rubbers come with it?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. No. This product is the racket body only, so please prepare rubbers for both sides separately.\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":"XIOM","offers":[{"title":"Natural \/ FL","offer_id":67596532580534,"sku":"XIM-20601-FL","price":5940.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"- \/ ST","offer_id":67596532613302,"sku":"XIM-20603-ST","price":5940.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/51KH70DtN1L.jpg?v=1791364088","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/xiom-aegis-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"}