Tibhar Stratus Power Wood
Blade description:
The Tibhar Stratus Power Wood is a premium 5-ply wooden blade known for its impressive balance of speed and control, making it a favorite among both offensive and all-round players. This blade features a classic construction of Limba-Limba-Ayous-Limba-Limba, providing a solid touch and exceptional dwell time, which aids in generating spin on loops and soft shots. With an overall speed rating of 9, it expertly bridges the gap between power and finesse, delivering reliable performance across various playing styles.
Weighing in at approximately 85-91 grams, depending on individual variations, and with a thickness of 6.2mm, the Stratus Power Wood feels substantial yet manageable in hand. Its slightly larger head size (151.5mm x 158mm) contributes to a larger sweet spot, which players find advantageous for consistent play and rubber switching. The medium hardness (5.4) and stiffness (5) of the blade provide an excellent balance, allowing for good feedback without overwhelming vibrations, making it beginner-friendly yet capable enough for advanced techniques.
The flexibility of the Tibhar Stratus Power Wood enhances its versatility, allowing for aggressive loops, controlled flicks, and effective defensive strokes—attributes that several reviews have highlighted. Alternatives to this blade include other popular models such as the Butterfly Petr Korbel and Donic Waldner Senso V1, which provide similar handling qualities but might differ in feel and responsiveness. Overall, the Tibhar Stratus Power Wood stands out as an extraordinary value option in the realm of table tennis blades, earning praises for its performance, quality, and affordability.
Recent Reviews
#1 — May 2025
I bought this for a club mate who is a beginner, and we both like it a lot! We got an 85-gram flared handle, and it’s comfortable in the hand.
The Xiom Vega Europe 2.0 on both sides makes it feel very head-light, despite its large head size. It feels stiff but soft, so looping has plenty of dwell time and low catapult, making it predictable and easy to use.
Smashes are speedy with tons of control, and the short game is not very bouncy. It’s a good blade to start out with and grow into!
#2 — March 2025
Very nice wood feeling with a firm touch.
Depending on the type of game, it goes well with any type of rubbers.
Thanks, tabletennis11, for sending the requested weight.
#3 — March 2025
This is a good blade for developing players.
The only downside is that using heavy rubbers can make it head-heavy. I prefer a more balanced setup.
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