Stiga Offensive Classic (OC)

Out of the box, the edges of the wooden blade appear to be splintering. Due to its seemingly fragile nature, it appears to necessitate sealing. It transmits vibrations well.

This blade is a good choice for learning to loop. It’s very thin and flexible, which provides a lot of dwell time, which is necessary for learning to loop.

However, the downside is that it flexes too much when you power loop, so you won’t be able to finish the point or will go long. That’s why it’s only recommended for beginners.

Compared to the Clipper Wood blade, it is a bit harder but much more flexible. It’s also a slow blade. Once you’ve learned the opening loop, consider switching to a more balanced blade, such as the PG5 or PG5-X, which are still soft and flexible but offer better control.

Please note that the blade’s thickness can vary from 5.4mm to 5.6mm.

A very good blade with enough speed after Viscaria and much more control. It plays well with soft and medium rubbers like Donic Barracuda, Coppa X2, and Acuda’s. I personally have Donic Barracuda 2.0 on my FH and Donic Coppax X2 Platin Soft on my BH. I love it.

I’m an amateur without any coaching, but I play regularly and am very passionate about the game. I was playing with a premade Stag Ninja Fire and then wanted to move to a custom set up. My game is predominantly about aggressive forehand topspin loops and drives, with backhand pushes and flicks. I jumped into the world of custom bats feet first and ended up with a Donic Carbospeed with Mark V on both sides. Hilarious, I know!

My backhand improved significantly, but it was no fun. I couldn’t topspin - either the ball flew off or hit the net because I wasn’t getting good lift on backspin. And it was too heavy for my liking. It was difficult to feel the ball. So, I started significant research efforts.

Finally got my new set up today - Stiga OC with Donic BlueFire M2 on the forehand and Rakza 7 on the backhand. Any new bat I’ve ever used took at least a few days and occasionally weeks for me to get used to. This one? Boy oh boy… I just pulled it out of the box and started playing. It felt like I’ve forever played with it. I smashed a lot of guys around. Amazing feel, solid control, looping and driving is easy. Backhand seems even better. And no, it’s not slow - when you smash it, it stays smashed. For my game, I’m able to get more power on my topspin than I was with the OC. I’m already in love with this set up and can’t wait for more!

Choosing the right blade can be exciting. For me, it’s like choosing an outfit before work. The choice depends on the activities involved during the day. I use the Stiga OC when playing with more attacking players for its stability and vibration, so that I can feel the opponents’ power and spin. I pair it with harder skins like Thor (FH) and Goldarc 8 mid (BH). It provides great stability when blocking, pushing, and flicking. I can attack well from close and 1-2 meters from the table. Close to table chop is also in control. Overall, it is a good blade for advanced beginners and intermediate players.

This blade elevated my spin game significantly. With improved service and an exquisite hook shot, I gained a better understanding of my actions. Previously a ball hitter with a pips backhand, I now utilize more table space, angles, and spin. After starting with the BTY Spin Art, I transitioned to the Tibhar MXS for increased speed. The spin generated with both rubbers is exceptional.

However, this blade may not suit those seeking exceptionally hard and fast wood. It offers adequate control but not outstandingly so. The speed is respectable when paired with fast rubber like the MXS. This blade has guided me towards proper technique under the guidance of a skilled coach, which is why I highly value it.

After 20 years away from the table, it was time for my comeback. I used to play with a 6-ply!!! Tibhar Charly Roesch, so I tried again with a carbon blade off-. Full disaster.

After that, I ordered a Stiga Offensive, and it was a revelation. Fantastic control, and the speed is exactly what I want. You hit slow, the ball has slow speed; you hit hard, and the speed of the ball is fast. This blade does exactly what you tell it to do. FANTASTIC BLADE.

This blade is a sure bet. If you want a good off-blade without spending lots of money and time to search, this is the answer. Overall, it’s a good blade for any playing level. Especially recommended for players who want to improve their offensive strokes. I know some high-level players who have kept this blade forever.

Light, beautiful, somewhat flexible, good for services and topspin, helps to generate a lot of spin, great control, many sensations generated by vibration, fast enough to attack, recommended with medium to hard rubber.

Narrow handle, maneuverable, Good wood off-.

This blade bridges the gap between All+ and Off- blades. While its speed is undeniably Off-, it retains the feel and flexibility of All+ blades. This makes it an excellent choice for players transitioning from All blades to faster blades.

I found it to be one of the spinniest blades I have ever used. Its distance play is exceptional, but it struggles with blocking due to its flexibility. It lacks stability when faced with hard-driving topspins and is susceptible to incoming spin, making blocking a potential weakness.

Despite this, its shortplay, flicking, and topspin variations are all very good. However, it may not excel at fast and powerful topspins due to its limited speed and stability, which also affects its potential for finishing shots based on sheer power.

From a distance, its lack of speed is compensated by its throw. It is an excellent blade for countering topspin with forehand and backhand strokes. Its classic status is well-deserved.

Very versatile blade, not just offensive. Very good quality finish. Thin blade with good feeling/feedback. Absolutely love the Legend handle. I glued Giant Dragon Storm on FH and BH and really enjoyed over the table quick attacks, as well as chopping. Definitely a classic Stiga wood blade.

Blocking leaves something to be desired… It being thin, the blade sides are sensitive.

Definitely recommended for graduating players from ALL blades.

Very good choice for offensive technical players. It provides very good control with quick rubbers. However, it has a peculiar hollow sound and a slight vibration. Overall, it is a solid choice.

This blade is a living legend. It may not be exactly the same as the first OC (finishing not so good), but its qualities are many.

Looping: Very good, better close to the table. The first topspin against the opponent’s push or chop requires a vertical move and not a move like Timo Boll (this is a slight disadvantage compared to modern classics such as YEO or Infinity, which lift the ball easier).

Blocking - Hitting: Perhaps the best all-wood off blade. Amazing control of spinny or fast incoming balls.

Great for hitting. Especially for short pimples users (forehand or backhand), this blade is necessary.

Serving, answering: Very, very good; the control is awesome.

Overall, this is one of the best blades I have ever tried. I use short pips on the backhand side. From time to time, I try several blades, but I can’t leave this one.

Flexible blade with medium hardness, providing a versatile offensive playstyle. Contrary to its classification as ALL+, it seems more suited to an OFF- player, particularly one who plays close to the table but occasionally ventures further. Despite its flexibility, it offers ample control for short game and sufficient hardness for flat hits, while also providing good topspin capabilities. My forehand topspins, while more challenging than with the Waldner Senso v2, generate noticeably more spin.

Additionally, the blade exhibits a relatively high throw angle.

Good for players between beginner to intermediate. The top layer (koto) is very thin and can get off easily, making it not suitable for players with sweaty hands. It excels in chopping and topspin techniques and is also effective for blocking and attacking. Despite having a small sweet spot, it is well-suited for close the table play. Additionally, it provides a noticeable catapult effect and vibrates nicely.

I have been using this blade for five months now.

It vibrates more than other blades, possibly due to its thin construction or elongated face. These vibrations serve as a guide in controlling the ball for some users, like myself, but may be a nuisance to others.

The flared handle is very thin compared to other blades. It may not be comfortable for everyone, but it fits my small hand well.

This blade is not slow at all, unless you use very slow rubbers. With descent speed rubbers, the blade feels off-. The blade is very thin, around 5.4mm, hence good flex is noticeable on big strokes and also a high throw. It is very easy to play a topspin and loop game. Mind you, the blade does come with good vibrations, a bit more than your regular blade, which some of us like and some don’t. There is no real bad point about this blade that I can find at the moment. It seems to play everything okay.

I purchased this blade second-hand from a club mate who was seeking a faster Stiga All round Classic. The blade was heavy, weighing approximately 95 grams, and I disliked its hollow sound. It did not remain in my possession for an extended period, as I ultimately gave it to an elderly gentleman who has grown fond of it. I strongly suspect that the blade I owned did not feature the Koto outer ply, but I did not have it in my possession long enough to confirm this.

This is the perfect blade for the intermediate player who is unsure whether to get an all-around (all+) or a more offensive (off-/off) blade. With this blade, you can learn the right offensive attacking strokes without sacrificing too much control.

The blade exhibits exceptional flexibility, making it easy to execute loops, resulting in high-arching shots. It generates spin effortlessly. However, its short game performance is average, and flat shots can be challenging to execute with precision.

Not a fast blade at all, but with good control. I recommend it to anyone who wants to have a good control blade. This blade is a must for beginners alongside all-round classics and all-round NCT.

I have been using this for 3 months and found that this blade offers really good control. Before this, I used the Tibhar Stratus Power Wood and found that it was too fast and had too little control for me, so I changed to this. After that, my game improved really quickly. So if you are looking for a good control blade with some decent speed, go for it and you will not regret it.

Note that the CR version of this blade was used by Wang Liqin at his peak as well. Therefore, this blade is absolutely world-class.

Good blade for Chinese rubbers. Soft rubbers are not good, only works well with hardness greater than 5. I use “Friendship Geospin” and “DHS PF4”. Anatomic handle is better for me as FL is small. P.S. The picture is incorrect, it looks like the WRB version.

Less flex and vibration than the Energy Wood. Still lacks speed without speed glue like Energy Wood, though. Stiga OC NCT is a better alternative in the new non-speed-glue era.

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It is a nice blade for the price. Its lightweight and reasonably well-balanced make it easy to use. It also has a good amount of control, which makes it suitable for beginners. However, the blade is not very powerful, so it may not be the best choice for advanced players. Overall, it is a good blade for beginners and intermediate players who are looking for a good all-around blade.

Medium-fast blade. Very good loops, fast smashes, decent pushes. Nice feeling, but vibration is getting annoying and making my hand numb. Maybe it’s the combination with my rubbers (Platin Soft and Geospin Tacky). I am looking for a blade with less vibration, otherwise, I’m very satisfied.

The blade is made of 5 plies of wood, with 2 outer plies of limba and 3 inner plies of ayous. Limba is a relatively soft wood, which gives the blade a good amount of flex and feel. Ayous is a harder wood, which gives the blade more stability and power. The combination of these two woods gives the blade a good balance of flex, feel, stability, and power.

The blade is also well-balanced, which makes it easy to control. The weight of the blade is evenly distributed throughout the blade, which gives it a good feel in the hand. The blade is also not too heavy, which makes it easy to swing.

Overall, the Andro Kinetic Supreme blade is a good choice for players who are looking for a well-balanced blade with good flex, feel, stability, and power.

Not very fast, around off-/all+, the blade offers a nice feel, good control, and good spin when looping.

Nice vibrations and a good feel of the ball. It feels like an all+ blade, but when you do the full power strokes, the off characteristics come out.

This blade is a good choice for offensive players, as its name suggests. It performs well in looping, but excels in counter loops and loop drives. The blade is lightweight and thin, making it easy to accelerate quickly.

Its throw angle is not as high as dedicated looping blades like the Korbel, but it is slightly higher than the P500. Overall, this blade is versatile and performs exceptionally well in fast, hard-hitting looping shots due to its optimal speed. Minor adjustments may be necessary for specific playing styles.

This is a great and versatile blade, at a relatively low price! The blade has great speed would be Off- and excellent control. It has a very comfortable handle. The blade is also very thin, which produces fantastic feedback and comfortable vibration. This feeling allows you to judge your swings. One can have more confidence to take bigger swings on the ball because you can feel what you’re doing right.

For the player who likes to have a very versatile offensive game with power loops, slow loops, high arc loops, smashes, flips, and counter-loop, I’d say this is truly a wonderful blade.

Revspin ratings are a joke as usual. Although this blade is made of wenge wood, it is still not very hard. This blade is designed for all-around players who prefer attacking but block when under stress. The blade is paper thin, which causes it to flex significantly. Most players dislike this during hard attacking. I modified this blade by removing the wings, transforming it into a very good defensive blade. It is particularly exceptional for chopping, as no other blade makes it easier.