Xiom 36.5 ALX
Blade description:
The Xiom 36.5 is an offensive composite blade featuring a 5+2 construction. It is widely recognized as a high-performance alternative to traditional Arylate-Carbon blades, offering a unique blend of speed and feedback. The blade is characterized by a high-quality finish, featuring a Koto outer ply and an ergonomic, rounded handle design that promotes comfortable grip transitions.
Playing Characteristics
- Speed and Elasticity: This blade provides a crispy, energetic kick upon contact. It exhibits non-linear behavior, where the speed output ramps up significantly during high-power strokes while remaining manageable during touch play.
- Feel and Control: It offers a medium-hard touch with excellent ball feedback. Compared to other standard composite blades, it provides a slightly softer feel and a more consistent, wider sweet spot, which aids in confidence during looping and topspin rallies.
- Spin and Trajectory: The blade is highly effective at generating heavy spin and produces a slightly higher arc compared to benchmark ALC blades. This makes it particularly well-suited for forehand-oriented loopers who rely on deep, aggressive ball placement.
- Versatility: While it performs best close to the table, it maintains enough power for mid-distance play. The structural composition allows for a natural transition for players moving into composite blades, though the non-linear speed progression may require an adjustment period for players accustomed to strictly linear, all-wood or slower composite alternatives.
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Recent Reviews
#1 — October 2022
Simply the best blade I’ve tried, a softer and more balanced version of Viscaria.
The rounded handle (Free Angle) is pleasant to hold, and the finishes are perfect. The design is modern, but the plates on the neck are the only negative aspect. The sound is nice, and the Sweet Spot is wide and consistent.
Far from being too fast, the transition to carbon is natural.
#2 — January 2022
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This is a very good blade for beginners who want to improve their table tennis skills. It gives me a lot of confidence when playing.
#3 — January 2022
This is a very nice blade with fine craftsmanship by Xiom. Mine is 86g and paired with V>15 Extra on both sides. The construction is similar to Bty ALC blades. It features a medium-hard touch, great speed, and enormous spin. I think it is faster than TB ALC but offers a fine touch for topspin players. It is one of the best looping blades and is excellent for mid-distance play.
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