Stiga Clipper WRB
Blade description
The Stiga Clipper is a legendary 7-ply all-wood blade known for its versatility and consistent performance in aggressive, offensive play. It provides a crisp, firm feel while maintaining the high levels of control characteristic of classic wooden construction. Players frequently note that it delivers a “sharp” hitting sensation and is highly effective for looping, driving, and blocking at various distances from the table.
Playing Characteristics
- Performance: Classified as a fast, offensive blade that performs well in mid-distance duels and at-the-table finishing. It generates a high arc for loops and maintains consistent, powerful hits.
- Feel and Feedback: Offers excellent tactile feedback, allowing users to understand the nuances of their strokes. It is stiff, yet retains a soft touch that benefits the short game and touch shots.
- Versatility: Highly compatible with a wide range of rubbers, including medium and hard inverted rubbers, as well as short and long pips. It effectively amplifies the inherent characteristics of the chosen rubber setup.
Design and Construction
- Construction: A traditional 7-ply all-wood blade.
- Weight and Balance: While it is a solid, professional-grade blade, users report significant weight variance between individual units, typically ranging from 80g to 98g. Balance can lean toward the head, particularly in WRB (Weight-Rate-Balance) versions, which some users find increases speed at the expense of maneuverability.
- Handle and Finish: The Master (FL) handle features a distinct, curved shape that offers a secure grip for explosive forehand drives. It is recommended to sand the edges of the blade wings before use, as they can be sharp and may cause discomfort during play. Additionally, the surface wood is noted to be somewhat fragile, making the use of side tape advisable.
Also Known As
- Chinese: (slang: CL WRB, CL)
- Japanese: クリッパーWRB (slang: CL WRB, クリッパー)
- German: (slang: CL WRB, CL)
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Recent Reviews
#1 — October 2024
Good product.
#2 — March 2024
IMPORTANT DETAIL: Tested with two Rozenas and two Bluefire M1s. Pros: - Good speed - Excellent control - Easy ball spin - Clear reasons for errors Cons: - Fragile surface that requires sidetape - Requires sanding before use (sharp edges can injure hands) NOTE: Head size is 158mm x 151mm, which may be rounder than preferred. A Viscaria is 157mm x 150mm. - Center of gravity is towards the head, which increases speed but may not be preferable - Weight can vary significantly (88g for my blade) - Stiga’s FL (Master) handle differs from Butterfly’s FL handle, being more curved in the middle for better forehand security but potentially complicating backhand transitions.
#3 — November 2023
English — IMPORTANT DETAIL: Tested with two Rozenas. And at another time tested with two Bluefire M1. Pros: Good speed; Excellent control; Very easy to spin ball with it; You understand the reason for the errors; Cons: Surface is fragile, so the use of sidetape is mandatory; It is mandatory to sand before using, even if your grip does not require it, as it hurts your hand incredibly easily, its edges are sharp; NOTE: The size of your head is 158mm x 151mm, it looks like it is round, which can be a nuisance for many, including me. A viscaria is 157mm x 150mm; Center of gravity is directed towards the head, which increases speed, but I personally didn’t like it either; Its weight can vary a lot, mine weighs 88g; The Stiga’s FL (Master) handle is different from the butterfly’s FL, it is much more curved in the middle, providing greater security when delivering explosive Forehand drives, but making the transition to backhand and vice versa a little more difficult.
PT-BR — DETALHE IMPORTANTE: Testada com duas Rozenas. E em outro momento testada com duas Bluefire M1. Pros: Velocidade boa; Controle excelente; Muito fácil de girar bola com ela; Você entende o motivo dos erros; Contras: Superfície é frágil, então é obrigatório o uso de sidetape; Obrigatório lixar antes de usar, mesmo que sua empunhadura não exija, pois ela fere a mão com uma facilidade absurda, suas bordas são afiadas; OBS: O tamanho da sua cabeça é 158mm x 151mm, parece que ela é redonda, o que pode ser um incômodo para muitos, inclusive para mim. Uma viscaria é 157mm x 150mm; Centro de gravidade é direcionado para a cabeça, o que aumenta a velocidade, mas particularmente eu também não gostei; Seu peso pode variar bastante, a minha pesa 88g; O cabo FL (Master) da Stiga é diferente do FL da butterfly, ele é bem mais curvado no meio, dá uma maior segurança na hora de dar drives explosivos de Forehand, mas dificulta um pouco a transição para backhand e vice-versa.
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