{"product_id":"yasaka-tenacity-wood-chinese-penhold-blade","title":"Yasaka Tenacity Wood Chinese Penhold Blade","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Chinese penhold blade with a soft surface ply that supports defense and control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eThe Tenacity Wood Chinese Penhold is a defensive Chinese penhold blade (a penhold that takes rubber on both sides). It is made of 5 wood plies with a soft wood on the surface ply, so the ball is easy to handle steadily. Made in Sweden, it suits players who defend with unorthodox rubbers (such as short pips or long pips).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eA 5-ply blade with a soft wood on the surface ply, making it easy to control the ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eA defensive racket that emphasizes defense and control.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Yasaka's own ratings, speed is Slow and feel is Soft.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChinese penhold blade 163×150 mm, grip 83×23.5 mm (manufacturer-stated).\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e5.2 mm thick, weight about 80 g (manufacturer-stated). Country of production: Sweden.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eChinese penhold players who defend with unorthodox rubbers\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want to emphasize stable play\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 soft surface wood makes it easy to return the ball steadily.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWith a Slow speed rating, it suits defensive returns.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eRubbers are sold separately. This is a blade only.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAs a defensive blade, it may not suit players who prefer to attack by hitting through with hard shots.\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\u003eYasaka (Yasaka Co., Ltd.)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDefensive shakehand, Chinese penhold\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpeed\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eFeel\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSoft\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e5.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eComposition\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e5 wood plies\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 80 g\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade size\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e157x151 mm (FLA) \/ 165x157 mm (FLA for chopping) \/ 163x150 mm (Chinese penhold)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eGrip size\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e100x25 mm (FLA, FLA for chopping) \/ 83x23.5 mm (Chinese penhold)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eYR-206\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSweden\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-note\"\u003eSpeed, Feel are Yasaka'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. What playing style is it suited to?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. The manufacturer recommends it for players who defend with unorthodox rubbers (the unorthodox defensive style) and want stability.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Is it a shakehand product?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. No. This product is a Chinese penhold.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Does it come with rubbers?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. No. This is a blade only.\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\u003eRubber is sold separately. Please also choose rubber, 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":"YASAKA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67596535693494,"sku":"YSK-YR206","price":5940.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/516xP4rs7hL.jpg?v=1791364133","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/yasaka-tenacity-wood-chinese-penhold-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"}