Here are some recommended pre-set combinations of blades and rubbers that will suit most players. If you don't know much about equipment or haven't played extensively with competition-grade rackets before, you should pick a combo from here. Once you've developed a distinct style and know what you want, you can consider your own custom combo and pick specific rubbers/blades to suit your specific style.
NOTE: The prices listed assume 2x rubber sheets. If you play Penhold Grip then you may only want 1 sheet of rubber, though some also like 2 rubbers.| Name | Blade | Rubber #1 | Rubber #2 | Speed | Spin | Control |
| Trainer | R2 | 2008 XP | 2008 XP | 78 | 78 | 90 |
| Basic | Kama | 388A | 388A-4 | 82 | 82 | 84 |
| Pips Hitter | R2 | 388B Short Pips | 388B Short Pips | 82 | 50 | 80 |
| Controlled Attacker | R2 | Outlaw | Inspirit Quattro Ultralight UL | 87 | 88 | 74 |
| Euro Offensive | Genote Quattro S | Outlaw | Inspirit Quattro Ultralight UL | 93 | 91 | 65 |
| Joola All Around Racket | Rosskopf Allround | Mambo | Mambo | 85 | 84 | 80 |
| Bomb | Genote Quattro S | Outlaw | Outlaw | 99 | 89 | 60 |
| Donic Allround | Appelgren Allplay | Desto F3 | Desto F3 | 85 | 84 | 80 |
| Joola Great Control and Looping | Wing Passion Fast | Energy Xtra | Energy Xtra | 88 | 90 | 80 |
| Joola Fast Speed and Looping | Rossi Force | Express Two | Express One | 96 | 90 | 75 |
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Trainer - $45.00 + Tax + Shipping (includes Dawei Head Cover, 2 plastic sheets, and edge tape) |
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Blade Dawei R2 See Dawei R2 product page Rubbers Dawei 2008 XP Sponge Thickness: 2.2mm See Dawei 2008 XP product page |
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Description of the Trainer
This racket is a medium-spin, medium-speed, high-control combo that is a great transition from cheap premade rackets (even expensive Butterfly premade rackets) to real competition-grade equipment. Premade rackets usually heavily lack the ability to create any significant spin, so the game is so much different since you can then play without thinking much about the effects of spin. With competition-grade rackets, spin takes a much greater effect on you, so switching to an advanced racket too soon will frustrate you when the spins you receive are too hard to control. Recommended for:
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Basic - $45.00 + Tax + Shipping (includes Dawei Head Cover, 2 plastic sheets, and edge tape) |
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Blade Dawei Kama See Dawei Kama product page Rubber #1: Dawei 388A Sponge Thickness: 2.2mm See Dawei 388A product page Rubber #2: Dawei 388A-4 Sponge Thickness: 2.2mm See Dawei 388A-4 product page |
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Description of the BasicThis combo uses classic Dawei blade (KAMA) and rubbers (388A series), providing better speed and spin than the “Trainer”. It is good for Intermediate or beginner who is stepping into intermediate level. This Combo is pre-assembled in the factory as per our order. Recommended for:
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Pips Hitter - $53.00 + Tax + Shipping (includes Dawei Head Cover, 2 plastic sheets, and edge tape) |
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Blade Dawei R2 See Dawei R2 product page Rubbers Dawei 388B Short Pips Sponge Thickness: 1.8mm See Dawei 388B Short Pips product page |
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Description of the Pips Hitter
This is a racket meant for people who want to control spin instead of generate spin. This style, though not that common, is the short pips hitter that likes to stay closer to the table and hit flat, even against spinny balls. You'll be able to hit balls that are incoming with a lot of spin, and treat them as if there's very little spin due to the short pips. Recommended for:
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Controlled Attacker - $63.00 + Tax + Shipping (includes Dawei Head Cover, 2 plastic sheets, and edge tape) |
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Blade Dawei R2 See Dawei R2 product page Rubber #1: Gambler Outlaw Sponge Thickness: 2.2mm See Gambler Outlaw product page Rubber #2: Dawei Inspirit Quattro Ultralight UL Sponge Thickness: 2.2mm See Dawei Inspirit Quattro Ultralight UL product page |
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Description of the Controlled AttackerThis is a well-rounded racket with an added dimension of speed; not too fast like the Advanced combos, but with more juice than the Trainer combo. It's good for a controlled attacking style for both topspin loops and smashes. Recommended for:
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Euro Offensive - $91.00 + Tax + Shipping (includes Dawei Head Cover, 2 plastic sheets, and edge tape) |
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Blade Dawei Genote Quattro S See Dawei Genote Quattro S product page Rubber #1: Gambler Outlaw Sponge Thickness: 2.2mm See Gambler Outlaw product page Rubber #2: Dawei Inspirit Quattro Ultralight UL Sponge Thickness: 2.2mm See Dawei Inspirit Quattro Ultralight UL product page |
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Description of the Euro OffensiveThis is a typical European/Japanese style racket with non-tacky but grippy rubbers. If you're a fan of classic rubbers like the Butterfly Sriver series or Yasaka Mark V then you should give this a try. It is a fast combo with a fairly flexy blade that will give you power for long-distance loops. Recommended for:
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Joola All Around Racket - $121.95 + Tax + Shipping |
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Blade Joola Rosskopf Allround See Joola Rosskopf Allround product page Rubbers Joola Mambo Sponge Thickness: 2.0mm See Joola Mambo product page |
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Description of the Joola All Around RacketThe Rossi Allaround used with the Mambo rubber on the forehand and backhand is a great start for players starting out in the game of table tennis and who want to take the game seriously. This combination gives the user an extra high control while giving an increased speed and spin which you would not find in a recreational racket helping the player develop a strong foundation with flat shots as well as loops. This racket combo is an ideal racket for starting juniors as well. Recommended for:
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Bomb - $86.00 + Tax + Shipping (includes Dawei Head Cover, 2 plastic sheets, and edge tape) |
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Blade Dawei Genote Quattro S See Dawei Genote Quattro S product page Rubbers Gambler Outlaw Sponge Thickness: 2.2mm See Gambler Outlaw product page |
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Description of the BombThis is the fastest combo offered, with very fast Gambler Outlaw rubbers which are non-tacky like Butterfly/Yasaka rubbers, so they are great for distance blasts. Recommended for:
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Donic Allround - $135.85 + Tax + Shipping |
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Blade Donic Appelgren Allplay See Donic Appelgren Allplay product page Rubbers Donic Desto F3 Sponge Thickness: 2.0mm, MAX See Donic Desto F3 product page |
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Description of the Donic AllroundThe Donic Allround used with the Desto F3 rubber on the forehand and backhand is a great start for players starting out in the game of table tennis and who want to take the game seriously. This combination gives the user an extra high control while giving an increased speed and spin which you would not find in a recreational racket helping the player develop a strong foundation with flat shots as well as loops. This racket combo is an ideal racket for starting juniors as well. Recommended for:
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Joola Great Control and Looping - $195.90 + Tax + Shipping |
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Blade Joola Wing Passion Fast See Joola Wing Passion Fast product page Rubbers Joola Energy Xtra Sponge Thickness: See Joola Energy Xtra product page |
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Description of the Joola Great Control and LoopingThis racket combo is great for the intermediate players and up for extra high spin, high control and high speed. The blade Wing Passion Fast (available in flared, anatomic, and straight) is an ideal blade to give you spin, speed and control while Energy Xtra is great for the soft sponge junkies to give the player additional dwell time to react with the ball also allowing the rubber to grip the ball to the effect of spinnier loops. Energy on the backhand will allow a solid backhand shot with strong capabilities to block and backhand loop. A great racket combo to give any player a strong advantage on the court. Recommended for:
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Joola Fast Speed and Looping - $238.85 + Tax + Shipping |
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Blade Joola Rossi Force See Joola Rossi Force product page Rubber #1: Joola Express Two Sponge Thickness: See Joola Express Two product page Rubber #2: Joola Express One Sponge Thickness: See Joola Express One product page |
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Description of the Joola Fast Speed and LoopingThe Rossi Force blade is one of the fastest blades that JOOLA has. This blade has a dual carbon layer allowing for a lighter racket with an enlarged "sweet spot." Express Two on the forehand will give the player an ability to loop at greater speeds than most other racket combos but with a decent control. Express One on the backhand is firmer than Express Two which will allow the player a fierce backhand and backhand loop. This racket combo is suggested for the more advanced player that has high control in their game already. Your opponent will not be able to handle the shots from this racket. Recommended for:
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