Stiga Ebenholz NCT V (5)
Blade description:
The Stiga Ebenholz NCT V is a 5-ply all-wood offensive blade known for its high performance and unique balance of characteristics. It is highly regarded by loopers for its ability to generate significant spin and power while maintaining a distinct, high-throw trajectory. The use of ebony outer plies provides a specialized hardness that is firmer than traditional limba or koto, offering a crisp feel that facilitates precise, aggressive topspin attacks and effective counter-looping.
Performance Characteristics
- Feel and Touch: The blade offers a unique, high-quality touch that many players find ideal for both touch play and powerful strokes. It provides excellent feedback, allowing players to feel the ball clearly during contact.
- Flexibility and Spin: As a flexible blade, it excels at gripping the ball, making it particularly effective for producing heavy spin during loop-to-loop rallies. This flexibility contributes to a high-throw arc, which can be advantageous for lifting heavy backspin.
- Offensive Capabilities: It is well-suited for offensive play, particularly for players who rely on looping. While it is fast enough to execute smashes and powerful drives, its structure is optimized for spin-oriented offensive maneuvers.
Practical Considerations
- Weight and Consistency: The blade can vary in weight, with some users reporting units reaching the mid-to-high 90-gram range, which may feel heavy for some players. Additionally, Stiga’s manufacturing process occasionally results in visible splicing in the surface or core layers.
- Playing Style Compatibility: Due to its inherent flexibility, some users find it challenging to execute flat drives on the backhand, making it better suited for players who prefer a looping game on both wings. It performs reliably with a wide range of modern rubbers, though pairing it with specific rubber tensions can help manage its high throw and speed.
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Recent Reviews
#1 — October 2019
I recently purchased two table tennis blades, but unfortunately, one of them produces an unpleasant sound upon impact.
The other blade, thankfully, performs as expected and is of acceptable quality.
#2 — July 2019
Having played almost the full spectrum of all-wood and carbon blades, Ebenholz still surprised me with its near-perfect balance of speed, spin, and control. When it comes to speed, it doesn’t feel like an all-wood blade at all, while one cannot ask for better spin and control at that speed. I pair it with Nittaku Hurricane 3 Pro Orange sponge on the forehand and Nittaku FastArc P-1 on the backhand. It works perfectly for me.
#3 — July 2019
This is a good and solid off blade with the crappiest craftsmanship you can buy for 100 bucks. The Ebenholz layer on the forehand is made of three pieces. The handle detached after two months.
This blade has excellent playing abilities, which I liked. However, there are many equivalent blades for the same price with better building quality.
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