JOOLA BASEline OFFENSIVE is a lightweight, 83g five-ply table tennis blade designed for offensive players seeking speed, direct feel and control, especially when playing with 40+ plastic balls. ITTF-approved, this blade with 6.5mm thickness and Koto wood outer plies provides explosive speed (94/100, ~11.8/20), sufficient control (82/100, ~10.3/20) and a harder, more direct feel suitable for aggressive topspin shots, attacking strokes and counters. Designed for beginner and intermediate players, the JOOLA BASEline OFFENSIVE offers balanced dynamics that allow effective execution of fast strokes while maintaining control. Available flared (widened) and straight handle options ensure ergonomic grip suitable for various player needs, particularly for shakehand grip style. Thanks to its lightweight construction and offensive characteristics, this blade is an ideal choice for players looking to improve their attacking game at the table or from mid-distance.

Key Features:

• Blade Type: Offensive (OFF)

• Plies: 5 wood

• Weight: ~83g

• Speed: 94/100 (~11.8/20 on general scale)

• Control: 82/100 (~10.3/20 on general scale)

• Accuracy: 8.9/10

• Trajectory: 7.9/10 (medium-high, suitable for topspin and attacking strokes)

• Thickness: 6.5mm (medium, provides stability and speed)

• Outer Plies: Koto wood

• Handle: Flared (ergonomic) or Straight (universal)

• Country of Origin: Germany

• Certifications: ITTF-approved

• Technologies: Koto outer plies, optimized for 40+ balls

Detailed Technical Description:

Layer Construction:
The blade consists of 5 wood plies with Koto wood outer layers that provide a harder, more direct feel and speed. Compared to the JOOLA BASEline ALLROUND (5 plies, ~85g, Limba outer plies), the JOOLA BASEline OFFENSIVE is lighter (~83g) and faster due to Koto wood which provides more power, though with slightly less control. Compared to Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive (5 plies, ~85g), the JOOLA BASEline OFFENSIVE offers similar speed but with lighter weight and more balanced control, making it suitable for beginner offensive players.

Koto Outer Plies:
Koto wood, known for its hardness and elasticity, gives the blade explosive speed (94/100) and direct feel, facilitating fast topspin shots, attacking strokes and counters. Compared to JOOLA BASEline Carbon (5+2 plies, ~83g) which uses carbon fiber, the JOOLA BASEline OFFENSIVE offers softer feel while maintaining high speed and stability thanks to 6.5mm thickness. Koto plies ensure effective energy transfer, especially for flat hits.

Weight and Ergonomics:
At ~83g, it is among the lighter offensive blades, making it ideal for pairing with heavier rubbers like JOOLA Dynaryz AGR or XIOM Vega Asia Hybrid without losing racket balance. The flared handle provides comfortable and ergonomic grip, reducing wrist strain during long matches, while the straight handle suits players preferring neutral grip. Users note the blade's durability but recommend using edge protection (e.g., JOOLA Sealant) to prevent wood splintering during intensive training.

Stability:
The 6.5mm thickness provides stability, especially when blocking and counter-attacking. Compared to Stiga Offensive Classic (5 plies, ~6.0mm thickness), the JOOLA BASEline OFFENSIVE is more stable and faster while maintaining sufficient control for beginner and intermediate players.

Rubber Compatibility:
The blade works well with various rubber types but performs best with offensive or all-round rubbers like JOOLA Dynaryz ACC, XIOM Vega Asia Hybrid or Butterfly Rozena. Water-based glue like JOOLA Lex Glue is recommended for rubber attachment.

Playing Characteristics:

Speed (94/100, ~11.8/20):
A fast blade suitable for topspin shots, attacking strokes and counters at the table or from mid-distance. Faster than JOOLA BASEline ALLROUND (92/100 speed) due to Koto wood's explosive power. Slightly slower than Stiga Offensive Classic (~12/20 speed) but with better control.

Control (82/100, ~10.3/20):
Koto outer plies and 6.5mm thickness provide sufficient control, especially for topspin shots, blocks and attacking strokes. Compared to JOOLA BASEline ALLROUND (85/100 control), control is slightly lower but Koto wood adds direct feel that facilitates fast strokes. Similar to Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive (~10/20 control) but the JOOLA blade is lighter.

Accuracy (8.9/10):
High accuracy allows players to direct the ball to desired table locations, especially when executing topspin and attacking shots. Koto plies ensure direct energy transfer, reducing shot dispersion.

Trajectory (7.9/10):
Medium-high arc suitable for topspin and attacking shots. Slightly lower than JOOLA BASEline ALLROUND (8.3/10), facilitating faster shots at the table. Blocking trajectory is stable, suitable for active blocks.

Playing Aspects:

• Topspin Shots: 9.0/10 - Effective against backspin due to Koto's explosive speed and direct feel. Medium-high trajectory suits aggressive rally shots.

• Blocking: 8.8/10 - Effective for blocking topspin shots at the table, absorbing energy and providing stability. Koto plies give direct feel that facilitates active blocking.

• Push Shots: 8.7/10 - Allows aggressive pushes against backspin or dead balls, generating sufficient spin with proper rubber.

• Counters: 9.0/10 - Excellent for quick counter-attacks at the table thanks to Koto wood's explosive speed and stability.

• Smashing: 9.1/10 - Effective for flat hits producing fast, accurate trajectories with power.

• Serves and Receive: 8.8/10 - Enables precise service control, especially with tacky rubbers that generate spin. Passive receive (8.9/10) is stable due to Koto plies' hardness, while active receive (8.7/10) benefits from speed and control.

• Flick Shots: 8.8/10 - Banana flicks are easily executed thanks to Koto plies that provide speed and spin against backspin balls.

Rubber Recommendations:
The blade pairs well with various rubbers, particularly offensive and all-round rubbers that complement its speed and direct feel:

• JOOLA Dynaryz AGR: Excellent for topspin and attacking strokes, providing speed and spin.

• XIOM Vega Asia Hybrid: Offers strong spin and speed, suitable for counters and topspin shots.

• Butterfly Rozena: Balances speed and control, good for offensive players.

• Donic Bluefire M1: Provides explosive speed, ideal for flat hits.

• Yasaka Rakza 7: Delivers spin and speed, suitable for aggressive topspin shots.

Due to its light weight (~83g), the blade combines well with heavier rubbers like JOOLA Dynaryz AGR (~50g cut) while maintaining racket balance. Users recommend Max (2.1mm) thickness rubber for forehand for maximum power and 2.0mm for backhand for more control.

Additional Information:
The JOOLA BASEline OFFENSIVE is developed based on JOOLA's classic wood blade technology emphasizing Koto wood's hardness and elasticity. Compared to JOOLA BASEline ALLROUND (85g, Limba plies), this blade offers more speed and direct feel while maintaining sufficient control for beginner and intermediate players. Compared to Stiga Offensive Classic, it's lighter and more balanced, ideal for offensive players transitioning to faster blades. Users praise the blade's "explosive speed," "direct feel" and "stability" though note it requires proper technique, especially for topspin and flick shots. The blade is durable but regular edge checks and protective varnish (e.g., JOOLA Sealant) are recommended. ITTF-approved for competitive play, it's ideal for players seeking a lightweight offensive blade with direct feel.

Target Audience:
The JOOLA BASEline OFFENSIVE is designed for players seeking speed, direct feel and control:

• Beginner and intermediate players: Looking for a lightweight offensive blade to improve fast strokes.

• Offensive players: Emphasizing topspin shots, attacking strokes, counters and push shots at the table or mid-distance.

• Close-to-table and mid-distance play: Effective for topspin shots, blocks and attacking strokes.

• Serve and receive: Allows precise service control (8.8/10) and is effective in passive receive (8.9/10) and active receive (8.7/10).

• Players seeking offensive blades: Optimal for those wanting balanced speed, control and direct feel.

Advantages:

• Speed (11.8/20): Explosive speed suitable for topspin shots, attacking strokes and counters.

• Control (10.3/20): Sufficient control, especially at the table and mid-distance.

• Accuracy (8.9/10): High accuracy minimizing shot dispersion.

• Koto outer plies: Provide hard, direct feel and explosive speed.

• Light weight (~83g): Ideal for pairing with heavier rubbers while maintaining balance.

• Stability (6.5mm thickness): Ensures stability when blocking and counter-attacking.

• High quality: ITTF-approved for competitive play.

Compared to JOOLA BASEline ALLROUND, the JOOLA BASEline OFFENSIVE offers more speed and direct feel suitable for offensive players. Compared to Stiga Offensive Classic, it's lighter and more balanced, ideal for beginner and intermediate players. Users emphasize the blade's "explosive speed," "direct feel" and "stability," particularly praising its suitability for improving topspin shots and attacking strokes. ITTF-approved for competitive play, especially recommended for beginner and intermediate players emphasizing speed, control and direct feel. Its lightweight construction, Koto plies' dynamics and 6.5mm thickness ensure exceptional performance and feel. JOOLA BASEline OFFENSIVE - speed, precision and German quality!

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