Butterfly Table Tennis Question and Answer
Question:
Hi I have a question about equipment. Being a Jpen player, I’m a bit of a minority and there aren’t too many blades available, let alone information/reviews! After having wanted a the classic Cypress-S throughout my childhood, I managed to find a Cypress V-S on a trip overseas a few years ago. I paired it with Tenergy 80 and love it. I am wanting to get another Jpen blade, just to have as a spare (in case it breaks), but also to use to test rubbers on it. Unfortunately unlike shakehand or even Cpen, there isn’t a secondary surface to put another rubber and make comparisons easily. My question is – What is the difference between the Cypress G-max S, JP I-S, V-Max S, T-Max S in terms of performance given that the specifications are all fairly similar? Also, how do these compare to the Cypress JP V-S? Also, I’m also looking to go for a rubber with a bit more kick. I have tried Tenergy 64 in the past (not sure why I chose that one given that it isn’t that common) on a different blade and it didn’t really suit me. Per chance, I purchased the my Cypress JP V-S with T80 and really liked it. I’m just looking for something which can give me a bit more pace on my loops and also blocks and also a bit more spin for pushes and serves. A few of the people I play with have given Dignics a go and really like it. How does Dignics 80 compare to T80 given that I am already quite happy with this for a start?
Answer:
This Ask the Experts question was answered by Min Kim. She is the coach at MK Georgia Table Tennis in Duluth, Georgia. Coach Kim’s response is below:
Hi J, First of all, they are all the same wood, but the material qualities are different: G-Max (best), V-Max (middle), T-Max (lowest, but still good). Cypress G-Max S : (Advance Player or For those who want to upgrade their skills with better equipment)
- Best One-Ply Kiso Hinoki Style
- Devastating penhold power fueled by the 1 ply, 10mm thick Cypress
- Our highest class Cypress blade; the finest grade
Cypress V-Max S : (Intermediate to advance players )
- High End One-Ply Kiso Hinoki Style:
- High-grade Cypress model
- Luxurious Kiso wood sliced 10mm thick producing wonderful power
- Recommended for intermediate to advance players looking for more powerful top-spin drives
Cypress T-Max S : (Beginner to intermediate players )
- One-Ply Kiso Hinoki Recommended For A Wide Range Of Players Style
- Devastating penhold power fueled by the 1 ply, 10mm thick Cypress
- Recommended for players trying Cypress for the first time.
Cypress JP I-S is a little different.
- It’s the same wood (Kiso Hinoki), but it has a low vibration and light weight.
- Recommended for Intermediate players to advance players or those who prefer light blade.
In conclusion, I would recommended if you want more spin -> Cypress G-Max S Blade + Rubber Tenergy 05 or Dignics 05. Since you said you like Tenergy 80, it would be a good idea to try the Dignics 80 this time. The Dignics series are upgrade rubber from the Tenergy series. Best regards, Min Kim
