JOOLA BASEline JR is a specially designed, extremely lightweight (~79g) five-ply table tennis blade for young beginner players looking to learn basic table tennis techniques and improve their game with 40+ plastic balls. ITTF-approved, this blade is a scaled-down version of the JOOLA BASEline ALLROUND, featuring a smaller racket head and an extra small flared handle that ensures optimal grip for children's hands. With Limba wood outer plies, the blade offers excellent control (85/100, ~10.6/20), balanced speed (92/100, ~11.5/20), and strong ball feel, making it ideal for technique training and first club-level strokes. Thanks to its lightweight construction, stability, and forgiving feel, the JOOLA BASEline JR is an excellent choice for children and young players beginning their table tennis journey, especially those learning topspin strokes, blocks, and basic serves.

Key Features:

• Blade Type: All-round (AR)

• Plies: 5 wood

• Weight: ~79g

• Speed: 92/100 (~11.5/20 on general scale)

• Control: 85/100 (~10.6/20 on general scale)

• Accuracy: 8.6/10

• Trajectory: 8.4/10 (high, suitable for topspin strokes and technique learning)

• Thickness: ~5.8mm (thin, ensures control and feel)

• Outer Plies: Limba wood

• Handle: Flared (extra small, ergonomic for children's hands)

• Country of Origin: Germany

• Certifications: ITTF-approved

• Technologies: Limba outer plies, optimized for 40+ balls, reduced racket head size

Detailed Technical Description:

Layer Construction:
The blade consists of 5 wood plies with Limba wood outer layers that provide soft feel and extended ball contact. Compared to the JOOLA BASEline ALLROUND (5 plies, ~85g, 6.5mm thickness), the JOOLA BASEline JR is lighter (~79g) and thinner (~5.8mm), making it easier for children and beginners to handle. Compared to the Stiga Allround Classic Junior (5 plies, ~78g), the JOOLA BASEline JR offers similar control but with a more ergonomic handle for children. The Limba plies facilitate spin-oriented strokes like topspins and provide a forgiving feel by reducing shot dispersion.

Limba Outer Plies:
Limba wood, known for its elasticity and softness, prolongs ball contact, making it easier to learn techniques, especially topspin strokes and push shots. Compared to the Yasaka Sweden Classic Junior (5 plies, ~80g), the JOOLA BASEline JR is slightly lighter and offers stronger ball feel, making it ideal for children's training.

Reduced Racket Head and Handle:
The smaller racket head reduces weight and makes the racket easier for children to handle, while the extra small flared handle ensures comfortable and secure grip, reducing wrist strain. Compared to the Butterfly Timo Boll Junior (5 plies, ~80g), the JOOLA BASEline JR handle is better adapted to smaller hands, making it suitable for younger children (7-12 years). The handle is designed for shakehand grip, which is popular among young players.

Weight and Durability:
At ~79g, it is one of the lightest among children's blades, making it ideal for pairing with lightweight rubbers like JOOLA Micron or Yasaka Mark V while maintaining racket balance. Users note the blade's durability but recommend using edge protection (e.g., JOOLA Sealant) to prevent wood splintering, especially during intensive training.

Rubber Compatibility:
The blade works best with lightweight, controlled rubbers that complement its control and stability, such as JOOLA Micron, XIOM Vega Intro, or Yasaka Mark V. Water-based glue like JOOLA Lex Glue is recommended for rubber attachment.

Playing Characteristics:

Speed (92/100, ~11.5/20):
A balanced blade suitable for topspin strokes, push shots, and counters at the table. Compared to the JOOLA BASEline ALLROUND (92/100 speed, 6.5mm thickness), the speed is similar but the thinner construction (~5.8mm) provides softer feel. Compared to the Stiga Allround Classic Junior (~10.5/20 speed), the speed is slightly higher, with Limba plies adding elasticity.

Control (85/100, ~10.6/20):
The Limba outer plies and thin construction ensure high control, especially for topspin strokes, blocks, and short game play. Compared to the JOOLA BASEline Carbon (82/100 control), control is higher, making the blade more forgiving for beginners. Compared to the Yasaka Sweden Classic Junior (~11/20 control), control is slightly lower but the blade offers stronger ball feel.

Accuracy (8.6/10):
High precision allows young players to direct the ball to desired table locations, especially when executing topspin and push shots. Limba plies reduce shot dispersion, facilitating technique learning.

Trajectory (8.4/10):
A high arc suitable for topspin strokes and technique learning. Compared to the JOOLA BASEline ALLROUND (8.3/10), the trajectory is slightly higher, making topspin strokes easier for beginners. The blocking trajectory is stable, suitable for passive blocks.

Playing Aspects:

• Topspin Strokes: 8.7/10 - Effective against backspin due to Limba's dwell time. High trajectory aids controlled strokes and technique learning.

• Blocking: 9.1/10 - Excellent stability for absorbing pace when blocking topspin shots at the table. Limba plies provide softness that facilitates passive blocking, essential for beginners.

• Push Shots: 8.8/10 - Allows controlled pushes against backspin or dead balls, generating sufficient spin with proper rubber.

• Counters: 8.6/10 - Suitable for quick counter-attacks at the table due to lightweight and stable construction.

• Smashing: 8.5/10 - Effective for flat hits producing accurate trajectories with sufficient power for children's level.

• Serves and Receive: 9.0/10 - Enables precise service control, especially with controlled rubbers that generate spin. Passive receive (9.2/10) is extremely stable due to Limba's softness, while active receive (8.8/10) benefits from control.

• Flick Shots: 8.7/10 - Banana flicks are easily executed thanks to Limba plies that provide soft feel and spin against backspin balls.

Additional Information:
The JOOLA BASEline JR is developed based on JOOLA's classic wood blade technology, adapted for children's needs. The reduced racket head and extra small flared handle ensure easy handling and ergonomics, allowing young players (7-12 years) to comfortably learn techniques. Compared to the JOOLA BASEline ALLROUND (85g, 6.5mm), the JOOLA BASEline JR is lighter and thinner, making it easier for children to control. Compared to the Stiga Allround Classic Junior, the JOOLA BASEline JR offers stronger ball feel and a more ergonomic handle better suited for smaller hands. Users emphasize the blade's "soft feel," "excellent control" and "strong ball feedback," though note it may be too slow for advanced young players seeking more power. The blade is durable but regular edge checks and protective varnish (e.g., JOOLA Sealant) are recommended to prevent wood splintering. ITTF-approved for junior competitions, it's ideal for young players focusing on technique development and game consistency.

Target Audience:
The JOOLA BASEline JR is designed for children and young players seeking control, stability and technique improvement:

• Beginner children (7-12 years): Looking for a lightweight, controlled blade to learn basic strokes

• All-round young players: Emphasizing topspin strokes, blocks, push shots and technique development at the table

• Technique training: Effective for topspin strokes, blocks and push shots at children's level

• Serves and receive: Allows precise service control (9.0/10) and excels in passive receive (9.2/10) and active receive (8.8/10)

• Children needing lightweight blades: Optimal for those wanting balanced speed, control and strong ball feel

Advantages:

• Speed (11.5/20): Balanced speed suitable for topspin strokes, push shots and technique learning

• Control (10.6/20): Excellent control, especially at the table and when learning techniques

• Accuracy (8.6/10): High accuracy minimizing shot dispersion

• Limba outer plies: Extend ball contact, facilitating spin-oriented strokes

• Extremely lightweight (~79g): Ideal for children's hands while maintaining racket balance

• Reduced racket head and handle: Ensures easy handling and ergonomics for children

• High quality: ITTF-approved for children's and junior competitions

Compared to the JOOLA BASEline ALLROUND, the JOOLA BASEline JR is lighter and better adapted for children's hands while maintaining similar control levels. Compared to the Stiga Allround Classic Junior, it offers stronger ball feel and more ergonomic handle. Users praise the blade's "soft feel," "excellent control" and "strong ball feedback," especially suitable for children learning topspin strokes and basic techniques. The JOOLA BASEline JR is ITTF-approved for children's and junior competitions, particularly for beginner players emphasizing control, stability and technique development. Its extremely lightweight construction, Limba plies' softness and child-adapted design ensure exceptional performance and feel. JOOLA BASEline JR - control, stability and German precision for young champions!

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