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Loki Kirin K1
Blade description:
The Loki Kirin K1 table tennis blade is a premium, high-performance blade crafted from a meticulously selected blend of seven different wood species. This unique construction grants it an exceptional balance of speed, power, control, and spin.
The Loki Kirin K1 stands out with its dynamic offensive capabilities. Its inner layers of Kiri and Ziricote wood provide the necessary stiffness for explosive power and exceptional touch. The outermost layers of Koto and Limba enhance responsiveness and create a crisp, precise feel on impact.
Despite its offensive prowess, the Loki Kirin K1 maintains remarkable control. The combination of limba and ayous in the core layers adds stability and finesse to your shots, allowing you to execute intricate spin variations with ease. The blade's sweet spot is generous, ensuring forgiveness and consistency even on off-center hits.
Forum reviews consistently rave about the Loki Kirin K1's versatility. Its all-wood construction imparts a natural, organic feel that adapts to a wide range of playing styles. Whether you prefer an aggressive topspin attack or a more controlled counter-hitting approach, this blade empowers you to execute your techniques with confidence.
If you seek a high-quality table tennis blade that combines speed, power, control, and spin in a perfectly balanced package, the Loki Kirin K1 is an exceptional choice. Its unique blend of wood species and meticulous craftsmanship make it a formidable weapon in the hands of any player.
Recent Reviews
#1 — Long Time Ago...
This blade is currently available on Aliexpress from €2.50! The manufacturer claims the construction is: Ayous, nano carbon, poplar, Kiri core, although I doubt that this blade has a carbon layer.
Loki’s three new blades, Kirin 1, 2, and 3, are by far “the prettiest” you can buy for under $10. Unfortunately, I’m not sure if the carbon layer in this blade isn’t fake! But if it is, the Kirin 1 is an inner-layer blade.
I bought two pieces, one weighs 89 g, the second 90 g. The club face is 159 and 158 x 151 mm. The heavier blade is the faster, harder, and minimally “smaller”! Oh yes, by the way, I asked for the lightest blade available. The FL handle of the blade is for average-sized hands.
Since I generally deburr all blades on the handle and club face, I immediately noticed that the outer veneer is extremely soft. The club face should therefore ideally be sealed!
In conclusion, here too it is a mystery to me how such a blade can be offered on the market for such a low price. It is definitely recommended! The best choice under the three Kirins, for beginners and bargain hunters.
Addendum: K1 is significantly harder and more direct than K2 and K3! Unfortunately, with rubbers, it becomes top-heavy very quickly, and the handle has NO beautiful lens!
#2 — Long Time Ago...
That is my favorite blade for the price! It is the one I would recommend for every beginner and more experienced player for training and club-level competitions.
I already have four of these, and generally, the build quality is good. Weights range between 80-84 grams, and speeds are OFF-/OFF, between 1280-1350 Hz.
If you need the cheapest but decent blade, this is the way to go. Paired with something like Yinhe Mercury 2 or Palio CJ8000, it would beat almost all 3x-5x times more expensive premade bats.
#3 — Long Time Ago...
I have purchased all three Kirin blades in this series, and this one is the easiest to play with. It offers a lot of control and enough speed to close the point from close to mid-distance.
I don’t know if the carbon layer is a real carbon layer or not, but I can confirm this cheap blade is a gem.
I own a lot of blades, from Stiga classic to Viscaria, so I know exactly how good blades feel and play. Trust me, give this one a chance.