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TABLE TENNIS2012 2013

Blades 04

Blades Intro 04Tech Spec Blades 06 Hardwood Series 08Crystal Carbo Series 12

NCT Wood Series 14Optimum Series 16CR Series 18High Tech Series 20The Classics 22

RuBBeRs 24 Tech Spec Rubbers 24Calibra Rubbers 26

Magna II Rubbers 28Boost Rubbers 30Synergy Tech Rubbers 32Nano Tech Rubbers 34Carbo & Neos Rubbers 36Other Rubbers 38

Bats 40 Pure Bats 42Tech Spec Bats 43Hobby 441 Star & 2 Star 45 3 Star & 4 Star 465 Star & Club Bats 47

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J.M. saive seRies 48Tech Spec J.M. Saive series 49

J.M. Saive Hobby, 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 Star 50J.M. Saive Blade, Rubber & Batwallet 51

OutdOOR Bats 52

Balls 54

Glue and liQuids 56

nets & POsts 58

taBles 60Tech Spec Tables 61Leisure Tables 62Competition ITTF Tables 66Outdoor Tables 70Small Tables 72

teaM stiGa 74

ClOtHes 76 Tracksuits 78Shirts & Shorts 82T-shirts & Sweaters 88Outerwear 91Shoes 92

aCCessORies 96Bags & Rucksack 99Batcovers 100Batwallets 101Miscellaneous 102STIGA History 104STIGA Elite Center 106Glossary 107

XU XINChinese national team

MAdE IN SwEdEN fOr ThE wOrLd ChAMpIONS

The search for the right blade can be a huge challenge, even for the most experienced players. The best blade for one player is not necessarily the best choice for another, as we each have our own personal touch and style, and we tend to react to blades in different ways. At STIGA we make this important choice easier by ensuring that every blade is of superior quality, and we make blades with the variety of special playing characteristics demanded by experienced players and coaches. wOOd

Our design process begins by considering the playing characteristics of each of the woods we use. Remember that we’re talking in general terms here, since each tree, and even each set of wood, is different. Fortunately, here at STIGA we benefit from having played with hundreds of versions of particular models, so we have learned from vast testing and experience how to design the blades “personalities” to perfectly suit the next generation of World Champions.

04 BLADES INTRO

BLAdES

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Careful attention is required to guard against drying the wood too rapidly, particularly in wood with thicker dimension. If not dried properly, the non-uniform stresses involved can cause cupping or twisting upon subsequent re-sawing or working. Once wood has been dried, it is allowed to “rest” in a climate controlled environment for several days to several months. Glue

The use of different glue results in different playing characteristics. Different woods need different glue for best performance. At STIGA we use the best glue and gluing techniques for the best results for each type and combination of wood.

BLADES INTRO 05

06 TECH SPEC BLADES

TECH SPEC BLADES 07

1. PenHOldeRConic, short & wide

2. WinneRAnatomic

3. leGendConcave, wide

4. MasteRConcave, narrow

5. ClassiC Straight

6. CHaMP Conic, wide

CHOOse tHe RiGHt stiGa Blade

Please observe that this blade table only compares the STIGA blades related to each other. The following characteristics decide the table mentioned beneath. The hardness of the veneers, the blades total weight, the thickness of the blade and the different

effects of the unique STIGA blade technologies (WRB, CR etc...). Use this blade table as guidance for you to make the right choice of STIGA blades.

tHe WRB systeM accelerates the blade face for faster returns, more power and extra sensitivity of touch.

tHe CR systeM is when front part of the blade is UV-finished, which yields a reasonably increased speed to the ball.

OveRsize. The thicker blade offers approximately 10% extra speed compared to conventional blades. Larger head offers extra stability of touch and feel.

tHe nCt teCHnOlOGy blades use our nano technology.

tHe stiGa tuBe is a technology where the middle veneer with ”micro-channels” lengthways in the middle ply of the blades. The channels are then filled with different materials depending on the blade’s desired characteristics.

tHe CRystal teCHnOlOGy increase your speed. Normal blade treatments use regular lacquer, but Crystal Technology employs a transparent hydrophilic gel lacquer that STIGA specially developed.

BLAdE TECh SpEC

CC 7 White (Crystal Carbo) 142 45 7 off+ 90 ebenholz nCt Vii 141 46 7 off+ 95 Rosewood nCt Vii 139 49 7 off+ 90 maplewood nCt Vii 137 49 7 off+ 95 hybrid Wood nCt 129 52 9 off+ 95 Carbo oversize WRB 127 59 7+6 off+ 95 intensity nCt Carbon 124 60 5+2 off 90 sense 7.6 NEw 122 60 7+6 off 90 Carbo 7.6 WRB 121 60 7+6 off 95 CC 5 White (Crystal Carbo) 120 61 5 off 85 Clipper CC 118 62 7+6 off 90 Rosewood Xo NEw 118 62 5 off 85 titanium 5.4 WRB 116 62 5+4 off 80 ebenholz nCt V 115 62 5 off 90 titanium 5.4 114 63 5+4 off 85 Rosewood nCt V 113 63 5 off 85 Clipper CR WRB 112 64 7 off 90 maplewood nCt V 110 66 5 off 85 optimum CaRBo 108 66 5+4 off 90 Clipper WRB 106 66 7 off 90

intensity nCt 105 65 5 off 85 Clipper Wood 101 68 7 off 90 optimum seVen 98 72 7 off- 85 optimum PlUs 94 75 5 off- 85 optimum sYnC 92 76 5 off- 85 offensive Classic Carbon NEw 92 76 5+2 off- 85 offensive Wood nCt 90 76 5 off- 85 offensive CR WRB 80 73 5 all+ 80 offensive CR 79 74 5 all+ 80 energy Wood WRB 78 74 5 all+ 85 offensive Classic WRB 77 75 5 all+ 80 offensive Classic 73 76 5 all+ 85 allround Classic Carbon NEw 73 78 5+2 all+ 85 allround Wood nCt 72 79 5 all 80 allround evolution 72 77 5 all 80 hypertech CR 35/45 WRB 71 78 5 all 80 allround CR WRB 69 80 5 all 75 allround Classic WRB 63 78 5 all 75 allround Classic 62 75 5 all 80 Defensive Wood nCt 61 77 5 def 75

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08 HARDWOOD SERIES

hArdwOOd SErIES

HARDWOOD SERIES 09

ROseWOOd XOaRt. nO. 1092-XX

STIGA Rosewood XO is built with exclusive Rosewood outer veneers that have been aged and seasoned since the first introduction of Rosewood NCT blades in 2008. The extra-ordinary high quality wood with its beautiful pattern and excellent construction provides outstanding feeling and touch with a smooth sound, for a performance that is equal to its great beauty. Rosewood XO provides extra speed and feeling compared to the Rosewood NCT V.

Rosewood XO: For the attack player with finesse!

WHen natuRe Meets sCienCe

Hardwood blades balance speed, weight, flexibility and trajectory for an unbeatable formula. These are developed in close cooperation with our top play-ers and the Chinese National Team to meet their demands for the best high-performance blades. Each ply of the Hardwoods carefully handpicked to ensure the very best wood grain and quality. The highquality wood used in the theese blades is very hard to find, so producing these blades is a time-consuming and labor-intensive process. The results are worth it! The mixture of special and unique Hardwood, enhan-ced with STIGA’s scientific engineering and NCT (Nano Composite Technology) results in the hardwood blades that will be most in demand for the future!

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ROseWOOd XOART. NO. 1092-XX

62COntROl

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HARDWOOD SERIES 11

MaPleWOOd NCT VaRt. nO. 1026-XX

The Maplewood NCT V is a 5-ply blade that is exceptional for playing an aggressive game with control. The Maplewood NCT V is a new addition to the Hardwood blade series that includes Rosewood and Ebenholz. An outstanding long trajectory when hitting spinny balls is a great strength of this blade, while extra touch makes execution of your shots a dream come true.

MaPleWOOd NCT VIIaRt. nO. 1046-XX

The Maplewood NCT VII is a 7-ply blade with inherent offensive po-tential that is very well suited to highly skilled players. Unique, hand-selected woods are selected and the blade is very well-balanced. Maplewood NCT VII has an outstanding long trajectory when hit-ting spinny balls, and experienced players will love the feeling that the blade responds perfectly to the mental flow of the game.

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MaPleWOOd NCT VART. NO. 1026-XX

66COntROl

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ROseWOOd NCT VaRt. nO. 1078-XX USED BY XU XIN AND SAYAKA HIRANO

Rosewood NCT V is designed for the modern attacking game. It is ideal for aggressive players who depend on fast racket speed with long trajectory to gain the upper hand. This 5-ply blade offers an exceptional balance of speed, weight, control and trajectory. The handpicked Rosewood combined with STIGA’s scientific engineer-ing and NCT technology brings together the very best of Science and Nature!

ROseWOOd NCT VIIaRt. nO. 1088-XX USED BY PÄR GERELL AND JENS LUNDQUIST

Rosewood NCT VII is the blade for players who demand high speed, but won’t tolerate a loss of feeling, control and trajectory. Built with the unique combination of 7 plies of high-quality Rose-wood, this distinctive blend of technology and craftsmanship dra-matically increases the sweet spot and trajectory and maximizes the power of the blade. With Rosewood NCT VII a player gains maximum control when executing many variations of speed and strokes. Rosewood NCT VII — where Science meets Nature!

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ROseWOOd NCT VART. NO. 1078-XX

63COntROl

113sPeed

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ROseWOOd NCT VIIART. NO. 1088-XX

49COntROl

139sPeed

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MaPleWOOd NCT VIIART. NO. 1046-XX

49COntROl

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eBenHOlz NCT VaRt. nO. 1079-XX USED BY GUO YUE

A power elastic blade like Ebenholz NCT V is suitable for all playing strategies of modern table tennis. The high quality and unique combination of the best wood plies in Ebenholz NCT V guarantees ambitious players maximum control even with many variations of speed and strokes. Ebenholz NCT V is a well-balanced state of the art blade that enables players of all abilities to play to their full potential.

eBenHOlz NCT VIIaRt. nO. 1089-XX

Once again STIGA’s technicians have shown their expert skills and workmanship in creating this 7-ply masterpiece, the Ebenholz NCT VII. Special hand selected high quality wood plies of differenthardness are combined, along with a secret ingredient – all to ensure precision, power, control, and most of all, enjoyment when you head out to the table. Because of its extreme speed and stiff-ness, this Ebenholz NCT VII is the answer for players who want to achieve optimum acceleration without speed glue.

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eBenHOlz NCT VART. NO. 1079-XX

62COntROl

115sPeed

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eBenHOlz NCT VIIART. NO. 1089-XX

46COntROl

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CrYSTAL CArBO SErIES

12 CRYSTAL CARBO SERIES

CRYSTAL CARBO SERIES 13

CliPPeR CCaRt. nO. 1021-XX USED BY KIM JUNG HOON

The Clipper CC is a very unique and powerful weapon created by combining the 21st century technique, Crystal Carbo, with a new secret – carbon powder! In this 7-ply blade we have put carbon powder between all the layers, for a total of 6 carbon powder layers. This makes this blade very powerful. The Clipper CC also has the unique Crystal surface that gives you extra zip on all your shots.

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CliPPeR CCART NO. 1021-XX

62COntROl

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118

CC5 NCTaRt. nO. 1093-XX

The CC5 blade is a very unique blade. When designing this blade, STIGA looked to balance control with long trajectory and power. This blade is for the control minded player who still wants to have power when striking the ball.

CC7 NCTaRt. nO. 1097-XX

The CC7 blade is a more powerful blade than the CC5. This blade is recommended for highly skilled attackers with excellent technique. The CC7 blade is outstanding when you are playing back off the table and getting into topspin rallies. With this blade you can feel the long trajectory in your topspin strokes and gain control over the game. If you like to play topspin against topspin, then this is the blade for you.

PuRe POWeR

The very unique CC blades are developed in close cooperation with Liu Guoliang, Xu Xin and other members of the Chinese National Team. The Chinese team is always talking about how important the trajectory of the ball is. With a longer trajectory you can push your opponent away from the table and take control of rallies and the game. Long trajectory and power were the primary demands of the Chinese National Team, so in combination with STIGA’s know-how in blade manufacturing, the CC5 and CC7 were developed to meet those demands. Both the CC5 and CC7 have carbon layers inside, along with STIGA’s famous NCT and Crystal treatment on the surface.

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CC5 NCTART. NO. 1093-XX

CC7 NCTART. NO. 1097-XX

61 45COntROl COntROl

120 142sPeed sPeed

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14 NCT WOOD SERIES

NCT wOOd SErIESCHanGinG tHe Way tHe GaMe is Played

We have seen dramatic changes to our sport over the past few years: scoring changes, ball size changes, the introduction of timeouts, and the elimination of speed glue. At STIGA, we are confident that we can stay on the cutting edge of technology to ensure that these changes do not detract your enjoyment of the game. To do this, we have created WRB handles, Oversize and Tube blades, ACS, Mega-Tension, and Nano Tech-nology rubber, and most recently, Calibra rubbers - all this to ensure preci-sion, power, and most of all, enjoyment when you head out to the table.

Now, the STIGA NCT Woods ties it all together! The NCT Woods uses our famous technology. In fact, it employs a secret ingredient which, our testing has shown, help you hit the ball harder and increases the life of the blade.

OFFensive WOOD NCT aRt. nO. 1049-XX

Based on the lightweight attacking Offensive Classic blade we developed Offensive Wood NCT with our Nano technology. This blade is designed for a technical and fast game with full control.

NCT WOOD SERIES 15

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OFFensive WOOD NCTART. NO. 1049-XX

76COntROl

90sPeed

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deFensive WOOD NCTART. NO. 1027-XX

77COntROl

61sPeed

5

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HyBRid WOOD NCT aRt. nO. 1039-XX

A dynamic and powerful 9-ply blade with the famous NCT from STIGA, designed for the modern attacking game. Even with a blade that is very fast you will feel a tremendous control and feel during your game.

allROund WOOD NCT aRt. nO. 1059-XX

The balance between speed, weight and control is outstanding in this Allround Wood NCT blade. With the NCT you will hit the ball harder without sacrificing any control.


HyBRid WOOD NCTART. NO. 1039-XX

allROund WOOD NCT ART. NO. 1059-XX


129 72sPeed sPeed

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intensity CARBONaRt. nO. 1023-XX

The light weight, speed, and fantastic trajectory of the Intensity Carbon are enhanced by adding two carbon layers. This adds superb power and speed to all of your strokes. Competitors who play an intense offensive game will take advantage of the extra touch and speed of the Intensity Carbon to rise to their highest level.

intensity NCTaRt. nO. 1022-XX

Intensity is the 21st century light weight weapon! The Intensity has fantastic trajectory and good speed, while the light weight enhances the performance in all the best ways. If you are a controlled attacker you will like the outstanding balance between trajectory and control.

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intensity CARBONART. NO. 1023-XX

60COntROl

124sPeed

9

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intensity NCT ART. NO. 1022-XX

65COntROl

105sPeed

5

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deFensive WOOD NCT aRt. nO. 1027-XX

The Defensive wood NCT is a powerful blade for the strong defensive player. You can play a very controlled game and also a powerful attacking game as a defender. This blade includes the unique STIGA NCT to ensure that you have the most versatile and advanced Defensive blade in your hand, developed for the new modern defense game.

OpTIMUM SErIES

16 OPTIMUM SERIES

OPtiMuM PLUSaRt. nO. 1048-XX

The Optimum PLUS is a 5-ply blade that uses the same outer plies as the best-selling STIGA Offensive Classic blade. It is faster than the Optimum SYNC, although the Optimum SYNC is a bit lighter. Thanks to Crystal Technology, the Optimum PLUS is much lighter than most blades of a similar speed. Crystal Technology is STIGA’s unique process that hardens the surface of the blade, thus increasing its speed. You’ll be amazed both by the crystalline appearance of blades treated with Crystal Technology and also by the extra zip on all your shots.

OPtiMuM SYNCaRt. nO. 1038-XX

Synchronize Speed and Control with the STIGA Optimum SYNC. Many players choose the fastest blade on the market with the idea that it will improve their offense. At STIGA, we are well aware of the need to synchronize speed and control in today’s modern game. We have created a blade that is perfect for every player that realizes the need to balance offense with defense. For over 60 years, STIGA has been the leader in developing table tennis blades that deliver speed and control.

WHen tHe suRFaCe is CRystal CleaR

Crystal Technology is STIGA’s unique process that hardens the surface of the blade, thus increasing its speed. You’ll be amazed both by the crystalline apperance of blades treated with Crystal Technology and also by the extra zip on all your shots.

OpTIMUM SErIES

OPTIMUM SERIES 17

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OPtiMuM SYNCART. NO. 1038-XX

76COntROl

92sPeed

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OPtiMuM CARBOaRt. nO. 1068-XX

The Optimum CARBO combines 5-ply of premium wood with four ultra-thin layers of carbon fiber to create the fastest blade in STIGA’s Optimum family. Similar to the Optimum PLUS in construction, but stiffer with a larger sweet spot, the Optimum CARBO is built for speed. Like STIGA’s other Optimum blades, the Optimum CARBO features Crystal Technology to harden the surface of the blade surface thus increasing speed and performance.

OPtiMuM SEVENaRt. nO. 1058-XX

The Optimum SEVEN turns the traditional 7-ply blade formula inside out. Our engineers learned long ago that if you do things the same way that everyone else does, you will get the same results. In this case, that wouldn’t suffice as we charged them with creating a faster blade that still had outstanding balance. The solution was to make the center core thinner and the outer plies thicker. To this, we’ve added our Crystal Technology to harden the surface of the blade, thus increasing its speed.


OPtiMuM CARBOART. NO. 1068-XX

OPtiMuM SEVENART. NO. 1058-XX


108 98sPeed sPeed

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OPtiMuM PLUSART. NO. 1048-XX

75COntROl

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COMBI rEVOLUTION SErIES

18 CR SERIES

HyPeRteCH CR 35/45aRt. nO. 2075-XX

The starting point when we developed this new revolutionary Hypertech CR 35/45 blade are the legendary Allround Classic venéers. One side of the blade is UV-finished with 45° hardness (=very high speed) and the other side is UV-finished with 35° hardness (=very good control). This is the future for the players who for example want good speed on the forehand and good control on the backhand.

allROund CRaRt. nO. 2055-XX

A perfect balance between speed, weight and feel lies behind Allround Classic’s enormous popularity among competitive players, who choose the best. Increased speed with maintained “STIGA touch” because of the CR system.

CliPPeR CRaRt. nO. 2025-XX

Famous throughout the world for it’s speed and appreciated particularly by players who want extra power behind their stroke. Clipper is used by many world class players. Increased speed with maintained “STIGA touch” because of the CR system.

OFFensive CRaRt. nO. 2035-XX

An attacking, lightweight blade. Offensive Classic CR is built to suite fast and technical attacking play. Increased speed with maintained “STIGA touch” because of the CR system.

HaRd as a ROCK.

The CR (Combi Revolution) System is a revolution in blade technology. The surface of the blade is UV-finished. This yields an increase in speed. A CR System blade is at least 21% faster than a conventional blade.

CR SERIES 19

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CliPPeR CRART. NO. 2025-XX

64COntROl

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7

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112

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OFFensive CRART. NO. 2035-XX

73COntROl

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5

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80

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HyPeRteCH CR 35/45ART. NO. 2075-XX

78COntROl

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allROund CRART. NO. 2055-XX

80COntROl

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69

20 HIGH TECH SERIES

pOwEr wITh SENSESENSE 7.6

The beautiful STIGA Sense 7.6 is built with a special outer veneer produced through a very long drying process. The result is a fast offensive blade with fantastic feeling and sound that helps the offensive player to retain the upper hand in fast rallies. Sense 7.6, with 7 wood and 6 carbon layers, is based on the very popular and world famous offensive blade, STIGA Carbo 7.6.

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CaRBO OVERSIZEaRt. nO. 2047-XX

Thanks to the innovative construction of Carbo OverSize, the speed is increased without allowing the carbon to stop the natural move-ment and resilience of the veneer layers. The thicker blade offers approximately 10% extra speed compared to conventional blades. Larger head offers extra stability of touch and feel.

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CaRBO OVERSIZE ART. NO. 2047-XX

59COntROl

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titaniuM 5.4 WRB/5.4aRt. nO. 2091-XX / aRt. nO. 1091-XX

A blade for those who demand extreme speed, but won’t tolerate a loss of feeling or control. The Titanium 5.4 blade is built around 4 ultra-thin layers of titanium and 5 layers of wood veneers. Instead of adding multiple sheets of titanium, our engineers developed a special technique to mix the ultra-thin titanium together with a unique bonding glue. This special technique guarantees consistency throughout the complete playing surface and makes the blade more powerful and extremely light.

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titaniuM 5.4 WRB/5.4ART. NO. 2091-XX/1091-XX

62/63COntROl

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eneRGy WRBaRt. nO. 2060-XX

The unique combination of veneer and the special drying process that STIGA use creates a very light blade that offers a perfect mix between speed and control that is unique to STIGA. This combination creates optimum feel that all players desire.

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eneRGy WRBART. NO. 2060-XX

74COntROl

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78

CaRBO 7.6 WRBaRt. nO. 2041-XX

Thanks to the innovative construction of Carbo 7.6, the speed is increased without allowing the carbon to stop the natural movement and resilience of the veneer layers.

sense 7.6aRt. nO. 1096-XX

The beautiful STIGA Sense 7.6 is built with a special outer veneer produced through a very long drying process. The result is a fast offensive blade with fantastic feeling and sound that helps the offensive player to retain the upper hand in fast rallies. Sense 7.6, with 7 wood and 6 carbon layers, is based on the very popular and world famous offensive blade, STIGA Carbo 7.6.

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CaRBO 7.6 WRBART. NO. 2041-XX

60COntROl

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121

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sense 7.6ART. NO. 1096-XX

60COntROl

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ThE CLASSICS

22 THE CLASSICS

tHe MOdeRnized ClassiCs

The Allround Classic and The Offensive Classic is the first blades manufactured by STIGA. It has been used for over 40 years by many world champions. Today we have updated them with Carbon layers resulting in two blades with more speed and power but still as beatiful as there ancestors. The Allround Classic Carbon and The Offensive Classic Carbon.

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allROund EVOLUTIONaRt. nO. 1051-XX

Suitable for the modern, allround player who exploits every va-riation of speed and spin. The blade of Evolution is based on the Allround Classic, but it is faster.

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allROund EVOLUTIONART. NO. 1051-XX

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CliPPeR WRB/CliPPeRaRt. nO. 2020-XX / aRt. nO. 1020-XX USED BY JEAN-MICHEL SAIVE

Famous throughout the world for it’s speed and appreciated particularly by players who want extra power behind their stroke. Clipper is used by many world class players.

allROund ClassiC WRB/allROund ClassiCaRt. nO. 2050-XX / aRt. nO. 1050-XX

A perfect balance between speed, weight and feel lies behind Allround Classic’s enormous popularity among competitive players, who choose the best. Probably the World’s best selling competition blade. A legend among table tennis blades.

OFFensive ClassiC WRB/OFFensive ClassiCaRt. nO. 2030-XX / aRt. nO. 1030-XX

An attacking, lightweight blade. Offensive Classic is built to suite fast and technical attacking play.

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all. Cl. WRB/all. Cl. ART. NO. 2050-XX/1050-XX

78/75COntROl

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OFF. Cl. WRB/OFF. Cl. ART NO. 2030-XX/1030-XX

73/76 COntROl

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CliPPeR WRB/CliPPeRART NO. 2020-XX/1020-XX

66/68COntROl

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allROund ClassiC CARBONaRt. nO. 1094-XX

STIGA Allround Classic Carbon advances the modern allround game to a new level! The world famous Allround Classic is updated with two carbon layers, resulting in extra stability when attacking and more speed. Allround Classic Carbon has the classic STIGA design, but gives the allround player an extra edge for the new era of table tennis. Take your allround game to the highest level!

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all. Cl. CARBONART NO. 1094-XX

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OFFensive ClassiC CARBONaRt. nO. 1095-XX

STIGA Offensive Classic Carbon is an update of the world famous Offensive Classic. We have added two carbon layers, giving extra power and stability for the modern offensive player. Designed in the classic STIGA design, the Offensive Classic Carbon retains the famous outstanding feel and balance, but provides an additional carbon dimension to your offensive arsenal.

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OFF. Cl. CARBONART NO. 1095-XX

76COntROl

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24 TECH SPEC RUBBERS

tHe aCs-teCHnOlOGy allows very high speed to be combined with max springiness/elasticity in an ultralight rubber with outstanding control.

tHe syneRGy teCH rubber is the combined collabo-rative efforts of top table tennis chemists from Sweden and Japan.

Built-in sPeed Glue eFFeCt: To achieve maximum power

MeGa tensiOn teCHnOlOGy creates more tension without increasing the weight of the rubber, causing quicker rubber recovery.

tHe nCt teCH rubber use our nano technology, and are designed for the era that begins with the ITTF speed glue ban.

lOnG tRaJeCtORy: We focused on creating a longer trajectory on the ball, as a long trajectory in today’s game is more and more important. The combination of spin, speed and long trajectory is unique on STIGA’s rubbers; you have never felt this level of play before.

tRanstensiOn sPOnGeThanks to the TransTension Sponge and the exciting material, we have found a formula that will revolutionize and generate maximum tension and sponge power.

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TECH SPEC RUBBERS 25

Calibra lt Plus 148 125 80 hard 1,8/2,0/maxCalibra lt 147 125 81 medium 1,8/2,0/maxmagna tXii 145 126 83 medium 1,8/2,0/maxBoost tX 143 125 85 medium 1,8/2,0/maxCalibra lt spin 136 126 87 medium 1,8/2,0/maxCalibra lt sound 135 125 89 soft 1,8/2,0/maxmagna tCii 134 126 90 soft 1,8/2,0/maxBoost tC 133 125 93 soft 1,8/2,0/maxmagna tsii 130 126 95 Very soft 1,8/2,0/maxBoost tP 129 125 96 hard 1,8/2,0/maxBoost ts 128 125 97 Very soft 1,8/2,0/maxalmana sound synergy tech 119 123 102 soft 1,8/2,0/maxinnova Ultra light synergy tech 123 123 104 Very soft 1,8/2,0/maxneos synergy tech 122 123 106 medium 1,8/2,0/maxneos sound synergy tech 121 123 108 soft 1,8/2,0/maxmendo mP 120 123 110 hard 1,8/2,0/maxoptimum mP 118 124 112 medium 1,8/2,0/maxalmana 116 123 114 medium 1,8/2,0/maxinnova 115 124 116 medium 1,8/2,0/maxmagna 114 126 117 medium 1,8/2,0/max

Royal (short pimples) 113 110 117 medium 1,5/1,8/2,0almana sound 113 124 119 soft 1,8/2,0/maxCarbo 112 123 121 medium 1,8/2,0/maxRadical (short pimples)111 112 122 medium 1,8/2,0/maxinnova Ultra light 110 123 123 Very soft 1,8/2,0/maxmendo 108 122 125 medium 1,5/1,8/2,0/maxClippa (short pimples) 107 110 126 medium 1,5/1,8/2,0neos 106 123 127 medium 1,8/2,0/maxneos sound 105 123 128 soft 1,8/2,0/maxmendo energy 101 122 132 soft 1,8/2,0/maxCarbo sound 99 123 135 soft 1,8/2,0/maxinnova Premium 98 123 137 medium 2,0/2,2/2,4/2,6neos tacky 94 127 139 medium 1,8/2,0/maxCarbo mC 92 120 140 medium 1,8/2,0China extreme 90 124 141 hard 1,8/2,1Chop & Drive 82 125 143 Very soft 1,1/1,5/1,8Cobra 2000 80 118 144 medium 1,5/1,8/2,0Jms evo 1 79 118 145 medium 1,8evo 78 116 144 medium 2,0 energy absorber (antiloop) 65 - 149 soft 1,6/2,0 blackDestroyer (long pimples) 60 - 135 soft ox/1,0/1,5

MOdel sPeed sPin COntROl sPOnGe tHiCKness MOdel sPeed sPin COntROl sPOnGe tHiCKness

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CALIBrA SErIES


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CALIBRA SERIES 27

unleasH tHe POWeR OF tHe lOnG tRaJeCtORy

With the Calibra series we have created a totally new dimension to the game. We focused on creating a longer trajectory on the ball, as a long trajectory in today’s game is more and more important. The com-bination of spin, speed and long trajectory is unique to this rubber series; you have never felt this level of play before. With the Calibra rubbers you will be able to perform strokes and shots never before possible. You will still have control for all the small shots and service return, but when you are attacking you will be in a totally new world. The Calibra series will take your game to another level.

CaliBRa LT PLUS

aRt. nO. 9866-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9867-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Calibra LT Plus has an extra hard sponge that ensures tremendous power when hitting. This is an excellent choice for the highly skilled player who demands a professional combination of spin, speed, power and long trajectory.

CaliBRa LT SOUND


Calibra LT Sound has a soft sponge, making this rubber suitable for all types of players that like the attacking game. With the softer sponge you get more control, especially for blocks and receiving serves, but you are still able to make lethal strokes to finish your opponent. The soft sponge on the Calibra LT Sound will also give you a crisp clear sound when striking the ball. This is the closest you will get to the feeling and sound of speed glue!

CaliBRa LT


Calibra LT has a medium hard sponge, suitable for the highly skilled player with excellent technique. Calibra LT is for ad-vanced players who demand tremendous spin and speed, combined with a sensitive touch. If you want to advance your game, this is the rubber for you!

CaliBRa SPIN


Calibra LT Spin has a medium soft sponge recommended for highly trained attackers and loopers who emphasize tactical spin. You will have outstanding control for touch shots and service return, but when you are attacking you will experience new levels of possibility.

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CaliBRa ltART. NO. 9825-XX/9826-XX

81COntROl

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125

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CaliBRa sPinART. NO. 9868-XX/9869 -XX

87COntROl

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CaliBRa lt sOundART. NO. 9827-XX/9828-XX

89COntROl

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125

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CaliBRa lt PlusART. NO. 9866-XX/9867-XX

80COntROl

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125

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MAGNA II SErIES

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MAGNA II SErIES

MAGNA II SERIES 29

yes it`s ROCKet sCienCe

The success of the Tension Clic, Tension Sound and Tension X-treme sponges is enormous with our Boost rubbers. We have developed a version of these sponges and combined them with our very popular Magna top sheet. The version of the Tension Clic, Tension Sound and Tension X-treme sponges is developed specifically to fit the unique characteristics of the Magna top sheet and will transform your game, bringing out the very best in each individual player.

MaGna TS IIaRt. nO. 9823-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9824-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Magna TS II is the outstanding choice for offensive players of almost all playing levels who like soft sponges with an amazing sound when striking the ball. Magna TS II gives you excellent control of all your strokes, thanks to the unique Magna surface, while the specially developed TS II sponge gives you the speed you are searching for when attacking the ball.

MaGna TC IIaRt. nO. 9821-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9822-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Magna TC II opens totally new perspectives: it is more dynamic, more sensitive, generates noticeably greater spin – and it is very fast. You get a crisp, clear sound from the Magna TC II when striking the ball. With Magna TC II you can easily attack short balls over the table and you will feel the grip and speed when touching the ball. In today’s modern game, topspin and topspin rallies are more and more important. With the Magna TC II you can attack your opponent’s shots with confidence and take control of rallies. Magna TC II is recommended for highly skilled attackers with excellent technique.

MaGna TX IIaRt. nO. 9888-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9889-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Magna TX is the answer for the player who wants to achieve optimum acceleration. Magna TX generates maximum tension,and it provides high acceleration returns for a fast spin and speed game. Magna TX is recommended for highly trainedattackers with good technical know-how.

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MaGna tC IIART. NO. 9821-XX/9822-XX

90COntROl

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126

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83COntROl

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MaGna ts IIART. NO. 9823-XX/9824-XX

95COntROl

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130

126

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30 BOOST SERIES

BOOST SErIES


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BOOst TCaRt. nO. 9895-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9896-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Boost TC offers a soft sponge, this creates a truly sensational touch and feel for the player. It gives crisp clear sound on striking the ball, the TransTension Sponge creates a new era for STIGA in table tennis technology.

BOOst TPaRt. nO. 9893-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9894-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Boost TP is a professional rubber for modern top table tennis and for the leading players who demand ultimate spin and speed combined with a sensitive touch.

sPOnGe POWeR

STIGA have achieved the ultimate answer and created the ”TransTension Sponge”. Thanks to the TransTension Sponge and an exciting material, we have found an formula that will revolutionize and generate maximum tension and sponge power. The TransTension Sponge will transform your game and bring out the special characteristics of each individual player.

BOOst TXaRt. nO. 9891-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9892-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Boost TX is the answer for the player who wants to achieve opti-mum acceleration without speed glue, because of its outstanding combination of speed and spin. TransTension Sponge generates maximum tension, and it provides high acceleration returns for a fast spin and speed game. The sponge hardness of Boost TX rub-ber is between Boost TC and Boost TP. Boost TX is recommended for highly trained attackers with good technical know-how.

BOOst TSaRt. nO. 9897-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9898-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Boost TS is the outstanding choice for offensive players of almost all playing levels who like soft sponge. Boost TS has soft sponge that gives a crisp clear sound when striking the ball. Even though the sponge is soft the rubber generates very good speed. The sponge on Boost TS rubber is softer than the sponge of Boost TC. The sound and feeling of Boost TS is unsurpassed! Boost TS enables offensive players of all abilities to play to their full potential.

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BOOst TSART. NO. 9897-XX/9898-XX

87COntROl

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128

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125

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tHe KinG OF sPeed teCHnOlOGy

At STIGA, we taken pride in being able to solve these tough problems for our players, and we know have a solution: Synergy Tech rubber! Synergy Tech rubber is the combined collaborative efforts of top table tennis chemists from Sweden and Japan.

innOva ultRa liGHt SYNERGY TECHaRt. nO. 9884-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9885-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

With Innova Ultra Light SynergyTech you will be able to deliver the ultimate spin, speed and power. The soft sponge in combination with SynergyTech gives a fantastic feeling.

neOs sOund SYNERGY TECHaRt. nO. 9882-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9883-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

The STIGA research laboratory and the STIGA world leading players have together developed Neos Sound SynergyTech that is of world-class quality.

neOs SYNERGY TECHaRt. nO. 9880-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9881-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Neos SynergyTech spin and speed is unsurpassable, because of the extremely resilient sponge and surface that gives the extra speed all players are looking for.

alMana sOund SYNERGY TECHaRt. nO. 9886-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9887-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Almana Sound SynergyTech is very bouncy and gives a tremendous catapult effect. It is excellent for topspinning, looping and counterlooping. Even though the top sheet is not tacky, it produces more spin than other very spinny world-class rubbers.

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neOs START. NO. 9880-XX/9881-XX

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neOs SOUND ST ART. NO. 9882-XX/9883-XX

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121

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innOva ULTRA LIGHT START. NO. 9884-XX/9885XX

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34 NANO TECH SERIES

NANO TECh SErIES


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tHe dynaMiC duONC stands for “Nano Composite”. NC sponge uses a unique mixing technique to create extremely small grains (as small as 50-100 nanometers) during the vulcanization process. Until recently table tennis manufacturers were limited to using large granularity chemicals when creating porous sponge cells. Using techniques from the emerging field of nano technology, STIGA has found a way to control the formation of rubber chemicals at much smaller scales. The result is stronger and tighter bonds that produce maximum dynamic effect.

alManaaRt. nO. 9856-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9857-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

It is very bouncy and gives a tremendous catapult effect. It is excel-lent for topspinning, looping and counterlooping. Even though the top sheet is not tacky, it produces more spin than other very spinny world-class rubbers.

ROyalaRt. nO. 9801-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9802-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,5/1,8/2,0

Royal features a medium sponge that incorporates STIGA’s fantastic Nano Composite technology. Royal is built for speed: it is STIGA’s fastest pips-out rubber. Despite being fast, it still can produce a good deal of spin while giving you the control you need. If you want to finish the point fast, Royal will deliver with its explosive power and sting!

alMana sOundaRt. nO. 9858-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9859-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

It is very bouncy and gives a tremendous catapult effect. It is excel-lent for topspinning, looping, and counterlooping. Even though the top sheet is not tacky, it produces more spin than other very spinny world-class rubbers. Almana Sound is just like regular Almana, but has a softer sponge.

OPtiMuM MPaRt. nO. 9870-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9871-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Optimum MP combines STIGA’s two highest technologies: MP and Nano Composite. The MP top sheet is a mixture of 50% natural rubber and 50% synthetic rubber that produces a sheet with more tension and enhanced spin. The MP (Molecule Power) system greatly increases the energy release of the rubber when you strike the ball. We’ve paired this high-performance top sheet with a fantastic medium sponge that incorporates STIGA’s Nano Composite technology.

NANO TECh SErIES

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OPtiMuM MPART. NO. 9870-XX/9871-XX

112COntROl

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124

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ROyalART. NO. 9801-XX/9802-XX

117COntROl

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alMana SOUNDART. NO. 9858-XX/9859-XX

119COntROl

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alManaART. NO. 9856-XX/9857-XX

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stiGa BReaKs tHe tOP RuBBeR sHeet BaRRieR WitH MeGa tensiOn teCHnOlOGy

stiGa’s air-Capsule system (aCs) has become a huge success all over the world, with five extremely popular rubber sheets: Carbo, Carbo sound, neos and neos sound. in all these rubber sheets the aCs technology is applied to the sponge, and allows for very high speed to be combined with maximum springiness/elasticity in an ultra light rubber with outstanding control.

stiGa’s R&D department has found a way to improve the top sheet. this mega tension technology improves the top sheet, and combined with the improvements to the sponge provided by the air-Capsule system, creates an even more responsive rubber sheet with more tension. the result of this technology – mega tension – have so far been amazing! this feature creates more tension without increasing the weight of the rubber, causing quicker rubber recovery. stiGa is proud to introduce the following rubber sheets with mega tension technology in combination with aCs sponge.

MEGA TENSION

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CaRBOaRt. nO. 9860-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9861-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Carbo offer a tremendous catapult effect, more speed than ordinary rubber, and loud sound when striking the ball.

CaRBO SOUNDaRt. nO. 9862-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9863-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Carbo Sound offer a tremendous catapult effect, more speed than ordinary rubber, and loud sound when striking the ball.

CaRBO MCaRt. nO. 9864-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9865-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0

Carbo MC is designed for club and tournament players looking for a spinny rubber that has more control. Carbo MC is perfect for player who want to win points using aggressive spin and by keeping the ball on the table.

neOsaRt. nO. 9842-XX RED / aRt. nO. 9843-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Neos is a fast and offensive rubber. The speed pre dominates the spin dynamics. Neos is a very interesting rubber for speed players.

neOs SOUNDaRt. nO. 9844-XX RED aRt.nO. 9845-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Neos Sound is a fast and offensive rubber with soft sponge. The speed pre dominates the spin dynamics. Neos Sound is a very interesting rubber for speed players that like to use soft sponge.

neOs TACKYaRt. nO. 9846-XX RED aRt. nO. 9847-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Neos Tacky offer control and is very sticky, which provides plenty of spin when playing slow balls.

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CaRBO SOUNDART. NO. 9856-XX/9857-XX

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neOsART. NO. 9856-XX/98457-XX

127COntROl

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neOs TACKYART. NO. 9846-XX/9847-XX

120COntROl

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eneRGy ABSORBERaRt. nO. 9812-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,6/2,0

The rubber surface controls the fiercest of spins and the sponge absorbs the most powerful strokes. Absolutely unique: The sponge allows the player to block and also counter attack his opponent.

RadiCalaRt. nO. 9810-XX RED aRt. nO. 9811-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

ACS Technology is now available for pips out players!

innOva ULTRA LIGHT aRt. nO. 9836-XX REDaRt. nO. 9837-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

With the ACS-technology you will be able to deliver the ultimate spin, speed and power. Approximately 10% lighter than a regular rubber. The soft sponge in combination with the ACS-technology gives a fantastic feeling.

innOva aRt. nO. 9834-XX REDaRt. nO. 9835-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

With the ACS-technology you will be able to deliver the ultimate spin, speed and power. Approximately 10% lighter than a regular rubber.

MendO ENERGYaRt. nO. 9817-XX REDaRt. nO. 9818-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

The STIGA research laboratory and the World’s leading players have together developed Power-Soft-Rubber that is of world class quality. The developed sponge creates maximum friction on the ball.

MendO aRt. nO. 9804-XX RED aRt. nO. 9805-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,5/1,8/2,0/MAX

Mendo’s spin and speed is unsurpassable, because of the extremely resilient sponge that gives the extra speed all players are looking for. The rubber is ideally suited for the offensive player.

MaGnaaRt. nO. 9840-XX REDaRt. nO. 9841-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Has increased speed, spin & control thanks to the combination of Natural Rubber Finish Technology and ACS sponge!

MendO MPaRt. nO. 9832-XX REDaRt. nO. 9833-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

Mendo MP opens totally new prospectives: it is more dynamic, softer, more sensitive, generates clearly more spin potential – and it is very fast!

innOva PREMIUM aRt. nO. 9838-XX REDaRt. nO. 9839-XX BLACKsPOnGe 1,8/2,0/MAX

The thicker ACS-sponge in combination with the ultra-thin surface rubber results in maximum speed and spin on all your offensive attacks.

38 OTHER RUBBERS

evOaRt. nO. 9205-XX REDaRt. nO. 9206-XX BLACK sPOnGe 1,8

An exceptional allround rubber for players wanting to develop their game. EVO guarantees ease in learning all modern offensive strokes. EVO is suited for a powerful attacking style of play with a focus on control.

CHOP & dRiveaRt. nO. 9819-XX REDaRt. nO. 9820-XX BLACK sPOnGe 1,1/1,5/1,8

It allows the player a high level of spin and speed but also produces excessive back spin when required. It’s unique sponge absorbs the ball and therefore increases the contact time the ball is on the bat.

destROyeRaRt. nO. 9813-XX REDaRt. nO. 9814-XX BLACK sPOnGe 0X/1,0/1,5

A revolutionary long pimple rubber that has been developed by the World’s leading players. Destroyer has exceptional unique long pimple characteristics that are soft and specially shaped to get a maximum response from individual techniques.

COBRa 2000aRt. nO. 9830-XX REDaRt. nO. 9831-XX BLACK sPOnGe 1,5/1,8/2,0

Specially selected rubber mixture provides excellent control, it absorbes a lot of your opponent’s spin and gives your play more control.

CliPPaaRt. nO. 9808-XX REDaRt. nO. 9809-XX BLACK sPOnGe 1,5/1,8/2,0

An offensive world class rubber: Clippa’s surface rubber has the pimples out and is combined with a hard sponge rubber. Clippa is the ideal for fast, attacking play near the table.

CHina EXTREMEaRt. nO. 9815-XX REDaRt. nO. 9816-XX BLACK sPOnGe 1,8/2,1

One of the Worlds foremost rubbers for maximum spin. With macromolecules and optimised pimple structure STIGA has developed one of the best tacky rubbers for competition play.

RUBBER PROTECTORProtects against dust and stains • Skyddar mot damm och smuts

Schützt vor Staub und Schmutz • Protège contre la poussière et la salatéProtege contra la suciedad y las manchas


RuBBeR PROteCtORaRt. nO. 9922-00

Protects against dust and stains.

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J.M.s EVO 1 aRt. nO. 9290-20 RED 9291-20 BLACKsPOnGe 2,0

JMS EVO 1 is an exceptional allround rubber for players wanting to develop their game. JMS EVO 1 guarantees easy in learning all modern offensive strokes. JMS EVO 1 is suited for a powerful attacking style of play with a focus on control.

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BATS 41

PuRe COlOR advanCe BAT

The Pure color advance bat is the perfect colorful and offensive bat for those who want unrivaled levels of power and feeling in their game. Just choose your color and explore the opportuni-ties of the STIGA table tennis world.

aRt. nO. 1596-01 CYANaRt. nO. 1597-01 PINKaRt. nO. 1598-01 NEON GREENaRt. nO. 1599-01 YELLOW

PuRe MINI TABLEaRt. nO. 7154-01 NEON GREEN

Net Included.

42 BATS/PURE

PuRe TABLE TENNIS BALLSaRt. nO. 5240-04

4 Pack with colors: pink, yellow, cyan, and neon green.

PuRe SUPER MINI TABLEaRt. nO. 7159-00 NEON GREEN

Net Included.

Set Hobby Vortex 5 20 30 100

Set Hobby Perform 5 20 30 100

Set 1-star Advance 5 32 44 88

Hobby Control Perform 5 20 30 100

Hobby Control Advance 5 29 35 100

1-star Loop Perform 5 30 40 90

1-star Loop Vortex 5 32 44 88

1-star Loop Advance 5 33 48 86

2-star Bounce Perform 5 35 50 84

2-star Bounce Vortex 5 40 57 80

2-star Bounce Advance 5 44 62 78

3-star Crystal Perform 5 53 65 72

3-star Crystal Vortex 5 60 72 66

3-star Crystal Advance 7 70 85 63

4-star Tube Perform 5 76 85 56

4-star Tube Vortex 5 83 88 50

4-star Tube Advance 7 86 95 47

5-star Carbo Perform 5 96 95 44

5-star Carbo Vortex 5 98 99 42

5-star Carbo Advance 7 100+ 99 37

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MiniMuM 0 MaXiMuM 100

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BATS TECh SpEC

44 BATS/HOBBY

set VORTEXaRt. nO. 1889-01

The Set Vortex is developed for the player who requires a high quality recreational bat with excellent ball control. net inCluded.

eXPlORe tHe neXt GeneRatiOn

The STIGA rackets is geared to players that have sound fundamentals and are working on tactics and placement to raise their game to the next level. Start strong with STIGA’s rackets.

set ADVANCEaRt. nO. 1791-01

Advance is the perfect bat for players who want much greater touch and control in their active allround game.

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set ADVANCEART. NO. 1791-01

88COntROl

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set VORTEXART. NO. 1889-01

100COntROl

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set PERFORMART. NO. 1888-01

100COntROl

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set PERFORMaRt. nO. 1888-01

Set perform is developed for the player who requires a high quality recreational bat with excellent ball control.

COntROl ADVANCEaRt. nO. 1887-01

The Control Advance is the perfect bat for players who want much greater touch and control in their active allround game.

COntROl PERFORMaRt. nO. 1886-37

The Control Perform is developed for the player who requires ahigh quality recreational bat with excellent ball control.

veneeR

COntROl ADVANCEART. NO. 1887-01

100COntROl

35sPeed

5

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veneeR

COntROl PERFORMART. NO. 1886-37

100COntROl

30sPeed

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BATS/1 & 2 STAR 45

BOunCe PERFORM HH

aRt. nO. 1686-34

The Bounce Perform gives the feeling of absolute control un-der pressure, which is required for successful speed oriented attacking game.

BOunCe ADVANCE HHaRt. nO. 1688-01

Thanks to the Air Capsule System sponge used in the bounce Advance, it is very easy for the player to get the extra power and control needed for smashes and attacks.

lOOP ADVANCE HaRt. nO. 1788-01

Loop Advance suits the controlled attacker who wants touch and power in all their shots. BALSA: Lower the weight. WRB: The WRB system accelerates the blade face for faster returns, more power and extra sensitivity of touch.

BOunCe VORTEX HHaRt. nO. 1687-01

The Bounce Vortex is suited for players looking for more controlat higher speeds.

lOOP VORTEX HaRt. nO. 1787-34

Loop Vortex is the perfect bat for players who want much greater touch and control in their active allround game. The WRB system accelerates the blade face for faster returns, more power and extra sensitivity of touch.

veneeR

lOOP PERFORMART. NO. 1786-01

90COntROl

40sPeed

5

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lOOP PERFORM HaRt. nO. 1786-01

The Loop Perform is the optimum choice for control players who want to develop their own style.

veneeR

lOOP VORTEXART. NO. 1787-34

88COntROl

44sPeed

5

sPin

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sPin 32

veneeR

lOOP ADVANCEART. NO. 1788-01

86COntROl

48sPeed

5

sPin

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sPin 33

veneeR

BOunCe PERFORMART. NO. 1686-34

84COntROl

50sPeed

5

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sPin 35

veneeR

BOunCe VORTEXART. NO. 1687-01

80COntROl

57sPeed

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sPin

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sPin 40

veneeR

BOunCe ADVANCEART. NO. 1688-01

78COntROl

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46 BATS/4 & 5 STAR

tuBe VORTEXHHHHaRt. nO. 1487-34

The Tube Vortex racket is manufactured using a technology where the middle veneer has gone through a revolutionary treatment. The Tube Vortex is the ultimate combination of two revolutionary technologies; ACS and TUBE, offering you increased speed, spin and control.

tuBe PERFORMHHHHaRt. nO. 1486-01

The Tube Perform is ideal for offensive minded players who want that extra touch and control when attacking and counter-attack-ing. The ACS-technology allows very high speed to be combined with maximum springiness/elasticity in an ultralight rubber with outstanding control.

tuBe ADVANCEHHHHaRt. nO. 1488-01

The Tube Advance is one of our NCT rackets that use our latest nano technology, and are designed for the new era. Serious players can now experience much greater speed and spin in their game, without sacrificing any control thanks to the Nano Composite Technology (NCT) used in the Tube Advance.

CRystal VORTEX HHHaRt. nO. 1587-34

The Crystal Vortex features the revolutionary ACS and TUBE technologies. The ACS-technology allows very high speed to be combined with maximum springiness/elasticity in an ultra light rubber with outstanding control.

CRystal PERFORM HHHaRt. nO. 1586-01

The result of more than 60 years of research and development! Crystal Perform is stylishly designed and perfectly balanced for determined attacking players wanting precise power.

CRystal ADVANCE HHHaRt. nO. 1588-01

The Crystal Advance features the revolutionary ACS technology. The ACS technology allows very high speed to be combined with maximum elasticity and control creating an ultra light rubber sheet and bat.

veneeR

tuBe PERFORMART. NO. 1486-01

56COntROl

85sPeed

5

sPin

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sPin 76

veneeR

CRystal PERFORMART. NO. 1586-01

72COntROl

65sPeed

5

sPin

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sPin 53

veneeR

CRystal VORTEXART. NO. 1587-34

66COntROl

72sPeed

5

sPin

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sPin 60

veneeR

CRystal ADVANCEART. NO. 1588-01

63COntROl

85sPeed

7

sPin

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sPin 70

veneeR

tuBe VORTEXART. NO. 1487-34

50COntROl

88sPeed

5

sPin

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sPin 83

veneeR

tuBe ADVANCEART. NO. 1488-01

47COntROl

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sPin

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sPin 86

CluB ADVANCEaRt. nO. 1308-37

Club Advance – An exceptional racket for the advanced club player ready to reach the top. Distinguish your play with this offensive-minded racket designed by STIGA’s leading coaches. If you plan to participate in sanctioned tournaments, this is a superb racket to get your career going. ITTF approved with 2.0 mm red and black Premium rubber to ensure out-standing speed and spin. The Club Advance racket is geared to players that have sound fundamentals and are working on tactics and placement to raise their game to the next level. Start strong with STIGA’s Club Advance racket.

CluB PERFORMANCEaRt. nO. 1408-01

The ultimate in performance for the active club player who desires both offense and control. This racket has been spe-cifically designed by top club trainers around the world for the serious club competitor who isn’t ready to, or doesn’t wish to, get a custom racket. It is an excellent racket for play-ers still in the early stages of developing their technique and who are benefiting from regular coaching. ITTF approved rubber for tournament play with a flared handle for excellent grip. Start strong with STIGA’s Club Performance racket.

CaRBO VORTEXHHHHHaRt. nO. 1387-34

Carbo Vortex is one of our NCT rackets that use our latest nano technology, and are designed for the new era. The Carbo Vortex is the ultimate selection for the direct power-hitting player who concentrates primarily on pure speed rather than spin.

CaRBO PERFORMHHHHHaRt. nO. 1386-01

The Carbo Perform racket is using a technology where the middle veneer has gone through a treatment. Thanks to ACS and TUBE technology, the Carbo Perform bat now offers players the possibility of experiencing maximum spin, speed and control. The Tube blade combined with the ACS-sponge creates the ideal offensive racket.

teCHniQue setaRt. nO. 1983-00

2 midi bats, 40 mm ball, 44 mm ball and 55 mm ball. The perfect choice of learning the right technique.

BATS/5 STAR/CLUB & TECHNIQUE SET 47

veneeR

CaRBO VORTEXART. NO. 1387-34

42COntROl

99sPeed

5

sPin

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sPin 98

veneeR

CaRBO PERFORMART. NO. 1386-01

44COntROl

95sPeed

5

sPin

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sPin 96

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CaRBO ADVANCE HHHHHaRt. nO. 1388-01

The Carbo Advance has Crystal Technology that increase your speed. The Carbo Advance is perfect for the powerful varied of-fence player who wants unrivalled levels of power and feeling in their game. The ACS-technology allows very high speed to be combined with maximum springiness/elasticity in an ultralight rubber with outstanding contr

veneeR

CaRBO ADVANCEART. NO. 1388-01

37COntROl

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sPin

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sPin 100+

J.M SAIVEBelGian national team

48 J.M SAIVE SERIES

BORn tO Battle

Born in Liège in a table tennis playing family, Jean-Michel Saive has won a total of 130 medals in International singles tournaments. His successes made him the best Belgian table tennis player and he is also one of the best sportsmen of Belgium. He was elected Sports Personality for two years. Jean-Michel Saive is known for his victories but also for his sportsmanship. He was awarded the UNESCO World Award of Fair Play.

J.M.SAIVE SErIES

staRs naMe Ply sPin sPeed COntROl

Hobby Inspire 5 19 15 50

1-star Spirit 5 24 17 43

2-star Fighter 5 28 20 40

3-star Aggresive 5 30 36 33

4-star Infinity 7 42 44 25

5-star Touch 7 50 49 21

J.M SAIVE SERIES 49

50 J.M SAIVE SERIES

insPiReaRt. nO. 1890-01

Inspire is developed or the player who requires a high quality recreational bat with excellent ball control.

sPiRitaRt. nO. 1790-01

Spirit is the optimum choice for control players who want to develop their own style.

inFinity aRt. nO. 1490-01

Infinity suits the player who wants very high speed to be com-bined with maximum elasticity and control. The ACS technology allows very high speed to be combined with maximum elasticity and control creating an ultra light rubber sheet and bat.

tOuCHaRt. nO. 1390-01

The Touch is ideal for offensive minded players who want that extra touch and control when attacking and counterattacking.

FiGHteRaRt. nO. 1690-01

Fighter is suited for players looking for more control at higher speeds.

aGGRessive aRt. nO. 1590-01

Aggressive gives the feeling of absolute control under pressure, which is required for successful speed oriented attacking game.

veneeR

insPiReART. NO. 1890-01

50COntROl

15sPeed

5

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sPin 19

veneeR

sPiRitART. NO. 1790-01

43COntROl

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FiGHteRART. NO. 1690-01

40COntROl

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veneeR

aGGRessiveART. NO. 1590-01

33COntROl

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sPin

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sPin 30

veneeR

inFinityART. NO. 1490-01

25COntROl

44sPeed

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sPin 42

veneeR

tOuCHART. NO. 1390-01

25COntROl

49sPeed

7

sPin

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sPin 50

J.M SAIVE SERIES 51

J.M.s EVO 1 aRt. nO. 9290-20 RED / 9291-20 BLACKsPOnGe 2,0

JMS EVO 1 is an exceptional allround rubber for players wanting to develop their game. JMS EVO 1 guarantees easy in learning all modern offensive strokes. JMS EVO 1 is suited for a powerful attacking style of play with a focus on control.

J.M.s BATWALLETaRt. nO. 8890-00 DOUBLE

An elegantly designed case with room for two rackets.

J.M.s CONTROLaRt. nO. 1290-35

Control is ideal for offensive minded players who want that extra touch and control when attacking and counter-attacking.

elastiCity

J.M.s CONTROLART. NO. 1290-35

80COntROl

58sPeed

FeelinG

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style

J.M.s EVO 1 ART NO. 9290-20/9291-20

96COntROl

sPeed

sPin

sPOnGe

COntROl elastiC

79

82

MediuM

52 OUTDOOR BATS

OUTdOOr BATS

FlOWaRt. nO. 3510-01 GREEN

Flow is specially developed and designed to be weather and shock resistant. Flow is a very durable bat that can be used inside as well as outside and you will enjoy that the playing characteristics that is very good and it will help you to improve your game. The 30 degree hard surface will ensure you that you will have good control with good spin in your game.

NOT AVAILABLE IN FRANCE THROUGH SALE OR ANY OTHER MEANS OF

OFFER OR SUPPLY.

STEHT NICHT ZUM VERKAUF FREI UND KANN IN FRANKREICH AUCH NICHT

ANDERS ERWORBEN WERDEN.

NON DISPONIBLE EN FRANCE à LA VENTE OU PAR TOUT AUTRE MOYEN

D’OFFRE OU D’APPROVISIONNEMENT

FlOW sPin aRt. nO. 3511-01 BLACK

Flow Spin has a softer surface than the Flow bat. The 25 degree hardness surface allows you to have more spin in your game; the speed will also increase and boost your game to new levels. Flow Spin is durable and long-lasting, designed to perform well in both indoor and extreme outdoor conditions.

NOT AVAILABLE IN FRANCE THROUGH SALE OR ANY OTHER MEANS OF

OFFER OR SUPPLY.

STEHT NICHT ZUM VERKAUF FREI UND KANN IN FRANKREICH AUCH NICHT

ANDERS ERWORBEN WERDEN.

NON DISPONIBLE EN FRANCE à LA VENTE OU PAR TOUT AUTRE MOYEN

D’OFFRE OU D’APPROVISIONNEMENT

OUTDOOR BATS 53

OUTdOOr BATS

OPtiMuM and COMPetitiOn HHH

Balls FOR eveRy PlayeR

Our manufacturing process has produced balls of unparalleled consistency. These balls are pretested to ensure professional quality roundness, weight and stability. Every ball in every box is perfectly round with a true bounce and no soft spots to allow you to take your game and enjoyment to the highest level. Approved by the ITTF.

54 BALLS

BALLS

OPtiMuM HHH

aRt. nO. 5180-03 WHITEaRt. nO. 5185-03 ORANGE

A competition ball of the highest quality. Hand selected and Pre-tested. Approved by the ITTF.

COMPetitiOn HHH


A competition ball of the highest quality. Hand selected. Approved by the ITTF.

COMPetitiOn HHH 100aRt. nO. 5170-00 100 WHITEaRt. nO. 5175-00 100 ORANGE

A competition ball of the highest quality. Hand selected. Approved by the ITTF

WinneR HH


Very suitable for youth training and people who play for exercise, who wanta good quality ball that is durable.

MasteR H aRt. nO. 5140-06 WHITEaRt. nO. 5145-06 ORANGE

A high quality ball that is good value for money, designed for the hobby player.

CuPaRt. nO. 5110-06 WHITEaRt. nO. 5115-06 ORANGE

Cup is made from pure celluloid and has no tangible join, which means that Cup has very even bounce characteristics. Suitable, e.g. for schools.

CHallenGeRaRt. nO. 5200-06 WHITEaRt. nO. 5201-06 ORANGE

A high quality ball – good value for money.

OutdOORaRt. nO. 5190-03 WHITE

Specially developed outdoor ball for a fun outdoor game.

CluB SELECTaRt. nO. 5120-06 WHITEaRt. nO. 5125-06 ORANGE

Club Select is a practice ball with playing characteristics and quality similar to many competition balls.

CluB SELECT 100aRt. nO. 5130-00 WHITEaRt. nO. 5135-00 ORANGE

Club Select is a practice ball with playing characteristics and quality similar to many competition balls.

CluB TRAINERaRt. nO. 5100-72 WHITEaRt. nO. 5105-72 ORANGE

A durable training ball that is perfect for classes and multi-ball drills. Excellent playing characteristics at a reasonable price. The ultimate practice ball.

BallBaG PRO aRt. nO. 9534-05

BALLS 55

GLUE & LIQUIdS

56 GLUE & LIQUIDS

attaCH POWER GLUEaRt. nO. 9929-11 100 ML aRt. nO. 9929-10 50 ML

Attach Power Glue is the optimum glue for attaching rubber in the safest way. With Attach Power Glue, you can easily remove the rubber from the blade without causing any damage to the wood.

eneRGy CLEANaRt. nO. 9915-06 90 ML

VOC free cleaner with sponge.

eneRGy FOAMaRt. nO. 9915-00 100 ML

Cleans thoroughly, fast and safely the rubber surface of table tennis bats. Regular use maintains the matt tacky condition of the rubber surface.

eneRGy SPRAYaRt. nO. 9915-15 200 ML

Returns the natural tackiness to the surface of the rubber while cleaning and conditioning. Keep your bat in top condition for top performance.

GLUE & LIQUIDS 57

Glue APPLICATORaRt. nO. 9917-02

A package with 10 glue applicators.

laCQueR aRt. nO. 9928-00 125 ML

STIGA lacquer is the best way to protect the surface of your blade from the damage caused by repeated speed gluing. It seals the wood thus eliminating any chance of splintering when you change rubber.

58 NETS & POSTS

NETS & pOSTS

MasteRaRt. nO. 6380-00

Adjustable tension. Traditional screw-on attachment system. Blue nylon net.

PReMiuM VMaRt. nO. 6395-00

Blue, ITTF approved. Stronger and longer-lasting STIGA net. Excellent traditional screw-on attachment system. Adjustable tension, adjustable height. High quality cotton net.

PReMiuM CLIPaRt. nO. 6390-00

Blue, ITTF approved. Stronger and longer- lasting STIGA net. Quick install and removal with the clip system. High quality cot-ton net. Adjustable tension, adjustable height, strong spring.

PRO CLIPaRt. nO. 6385-00

Adjustable tension. Quick install and removal with the clip system. Blue cotton net.

MatCH CLIPaRt. nO. 6375-00

Quick install and removal with the clip system. Black nylon net.

MatCHaRt. nO. 6370-00

Adjustable tension. Traditional screw-on attachment system. Black nylon net.

CHaMP CLIPaRt. nO. 6365-00

Adjustable tension. Quick install and removal with the clip system. Black nylon net.

CHaMPaRt. nO. 6360-00

Adjustable tension. Traditional screw-on attachment system. Black nylon net.

NETS & POSTS 59

60 TABLES

TABLES

TECh SpEC TABLES

TECH SPEC TABLES 61

CssPatent systeM FOR unlOCKinG By pulling the metal handle, which is connected to a wire, the safety devices will be released and the table can be placed into playing position.

Only FOR indOOR useThis table should only be used for indoor playing.

OutdOORThis symbol indicates that the table is approved for outdoor playing.

en-nORM 14468-1CLASS ACLASS BCLASS CCLASS D

COMPaCt stORaGe systeMTable tennis has always occupied many people within a limited space. Training and competitions often require many tables to be available at the same time. CSS tables make it easier to store large numbers in a small space.

•The table halves are stored folded into each other, thus

reducing drastically the space required.

•The height of the table is only 155 cm.

•Each table leaf has it’s own wheeled base, which means

the table is easier to handle.

COMPaCt systeMThe new folding system minimizes the risk of injuries during table storage due to its unique compact design.

net inCludedSome of our tables comes with suitable net.

saFety BaRThe Safety Bar will prevent that a child can stay between the table tops.

COMPaCt stORaGe systeM COMPaCt systeM saFety systeM Bat and Ball HOldeR

eU

inteRnatiOnal MeasuReMents FOR PlayinG:

lenGtH = 274 cmWidtH = 152,5 cmHeiGHt = 76 cmi

Cs

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INdOOr LEISUrE TABLES

62 INDOOR LEISURE TABLES

FaMily 16aRt. nO. 7116-05

A value for money and practical family table for indoor use. The table is simple to put together and is suit-able for storing in a small space.

16 mm fibreboard. EN-Norm: 14468-1 Class: D.

Packaging in single carton. Weight: 61 kg. Storage

size: W = 152,5 cm x D = 8,5 cm x H = 142 cm.

eUClass d

eUClass d

saFety

BAR

eUClass d

Cs

a 16 mm

a

a 16 mm

a

a 16 mmB 36 mm

a

B

a 19 mm

a

aCtiOn ROLLERaRt. nO. 7170-05The perfect table for hobby and leisure play.


Packaging in single carton. Weight: 70 kg.

Storage size (with net):

W = 184 cm x D = 66,5 cm x H =187 cm.

WinneR INDOOR aRt. nO. 7168-05

A value for money and practical family table for indoor use.




L = 184 cm x D = 69 cm x H = 163 cm.

BasiC ROLLERaRt. nO. 7165-05

A very reasonably priced roller table with a steel base. Suitable for playing in the home.



Storage size (with net): W = 184 cm x D = 66,5

cm x H =187 cm.

eUClass d

saFety

BAR

INDOOR LEISURE TABLES 63

PeRFORManCe INDOOR CSaRt. nO. 7182-05

A value for the money and practical indoor table for hobby play. The table has the unique Compact system.

19 mm fibreboard. Holder for balls.EN-Norm:

14468-1 Class: D. Packaging in single carton.

Weight: 85 kg. Storage size: W = 144 cm x

D = 15 cm x H = 162 cm.

style INDOOR CSaRt. nO. 7182-10

An elegant designed and practical indoor table with the unique Compact System. The perfect alternative for use at home.

19 mm fibreboard. Holder for balls and bats.

EN-Norm: 14468-1 Class: D. Packaging in single

carton. Weight: 81 kg. Storage size: W: 152,5 cm

(with net 185 cm) x D = 73 cm x H = 159 cm

eUClass d

eUClass d

Cs

Cs

a 19 mmB 50 mm

a

B

a 19 mmB 36 mm

a

B

64 INDOOR LEISURE TABLES

NEw

PRivat ROLLER CSSaRt. nO. 7180-05

An adaptable STIGA table with the ingenious, CSS roller construction. The perfect alternative for use at home.

19 mm fibreboard. EN-Norm: 14468-1 Class: B.

Packaging in double cartons. Weight: 88 kg.

Storage size: W = 152,5 cm x D = 66,5 cm x

H = 154 cm.

eUClass B

Css

a 19 mmB 40 mm

a

B

elite ROLLER ADVANCEaRt. nO. 7186-06

The closest you can come to a ProSTIGA table. And it has only 15 minutesof assembly time. Comes with quick cross bars, height adjuster, space-saving storage possibilities, tabletop connector.

22 mm fibreboard. EN-Norm: 14468-1 Class: B.


Storage size: W = 152,5 cm x D = 60 cm x H =172 cm.

eUClass B

Css

a 25 mmB 40 mm

a

B

a 22 mmB 60 mm

a

B

elite ROLLER CSSaRt. nO. 7186-05

A stable and very durable roller table. The CSS construction makes the table ideal for schools, youth clubs and insti-tutions. Perfection in it’s design.

25 mm fibreboard. EN-Norm: 14468-1 Class:B.


Storage size: W = 152,5 cm x D = 66,5 cm x H = 154 cm.

eUClass B

Css

INDOOR LEISURE TABLES 65

INdOOr ITTf TABLES

66 INDOOR ITTF TABLES

OPtiMuM 30aRt. nO. 7199-05

The Optimum 30 is a table with a 30 mm thick top. As a consequence, the evenness and consistency of the ball rebound is unparalleled. The top is pre-treated multiple times and then coated with a special varnish to give just the right amount of gloss and the ideal frictional coefficient. The result is the truest possible bounce, even when balls are spun at the highest level.ITTF approved.

30 mm fibreboard. EN-Norm: 14468-1 Class: A

Packaging in a double cartons. Weight: 141 kg Stor-

age size: W = 152,5 cm x D = 66,5 cm x H = 155 cm.

eUClass a

Css

eUClass a

Cs

a 25 mmB 60 mm

a

B

a 30 mmB 60 mm

a

B

a 25 mmB 60 mm

a

B

eUClass a

Css

eXPeRt ROLLER CSSaRt. nO. 7190-05

An excellent competition table, with roller trolley. This table is very stable and functional. The legs fold out automatically. It has an extra high density top with excellent bounce characteristics. ITTF approved.



Storage size: W = 152,5 cm x D = 66,5 cm x H = 154 cm.

COMPetitiOn COMPACTaRt. nO. 7194-05

The highest quality and precision in It’s play area and support. ITTF approved.

25 mm fibreboard. EU class A. EN-Norm: 14468-1

Packaging in double cartons. Weight: 121 kgs.

Storage size: W = 152,5 cm x D = 69,5 cm x

H = 155 cm

INDOOR ITTF TABLES 67

INdOOr ITTf TABLES

68 INDOOR ITTF TABLES

PReMiuM COMPACTaRt. nO. 7197-05

The World Class table with the unique and safe Super Compact Sys-tem. This model is ready assembled for playing. The Premium Compact is ITTF approved.


Packaging and delivered on a disposable pallet.

Weight: 141 kg. Storage size: W = 152,5 cm x D =

55 cm x H = 162 cm.

eUClass a

Cs

eXPeRt VMaRt. nO. 7195-05

Expert VM is a World Class table with a 30 mm thick table top. As a consequence, the evenness and consistency of the ball rebound is unparalleled. Two heavy duty wheels are built into every leaf. The Expert VM is ITTF approved.



Storage size: W = 152,5 cm x D = 19 cm x H = 142 cm.

eUClass a

a 25 mmB 60 mm

a

B

a 30 mmB 60 mm

a

B

sHOWCOuRtavailaBle On ReQuest

INDOOR ITTF TABLES 69

PReMiuM COMPaCt Can alsO Be ORdeRed as a WHeelCHaiR FRiendly taBle

WinneR OUTDOOR aRt. nO. 7169-05

The perfect Outdoor table for hobby and leisure play. The top is specially prepared to withstand heat, rain, damp and cold.

4 mm melamin resin board. EN-Norm: 14468-1

Class: D. Packaging in single carton. Weight 54 kg.

Storage size (with net): W = 184 cm x

D = 69 cm x H = 163 cm.

OutdOOR ROLLERaRt. nO. 7175-05

STIGA table for outdoor and indoor use. The top is specially prepared to withstand heat, rain, damp and cold.


Class: D. Packaging in single carton. Weight: 54 kg.


W = 184 cm x D = 66,5 cm x H = 187 cm.

PeRFORManCe OUTDOOR CSaRt. nO. 7183-05

A well designed family table with the unique and safe Compact Sys-tem. The top is specially prepared to withstand heat, rain, damp and cold.

5 mm melamine resin board. EN-Norm: 14468-1

Class: D. Packaging in single carton. Weight: 70 kg.

Storage size: W = 144 cm x D = 15 cm x H =

162 cm.

eUClass d

Cs

eUClass d

Cs

eUClass d

saFety

BAR

a 4 mmB 36 mm

a

B

a 4 mmB 36 mm

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OUTdOOr TABLES

70 OUTDOOR TABLES

OUTDOOR TABLES 71

suPeR OUTDOORaRt. nO. 7177-05

A very stable and durable Out-door table. The Outdoor table is ideal for schools. The top is spe-cially prepared to withstand heat, rain, damp and cold.


Class: D Packaging in single carton. Weight: 118 kg.

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style OUTDOOR CSaRt. nO. 7183-10

An elegant designed family table with our unique Compact System. The top is specially prepared to withstand heat, rain, damp and cold

EN-Norm: 14468-1 Class: D. Packaging in single

carton. Weight: 68 kg. Storage size: W: 152,5 cm

(with net 185 cm) x D = 73 cm x H = 159 cm.

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SMALL TABLES

72 SMALL TABLES

suPeR Mini TABLE

aRt.nO. 7158-00

A fun table for the whole family.2 Bats and net inCluded

Mini TABLENET AND POST INCLUDED

aRt. nO. 7154-00

A fun table for the whole family. Easy to handle and already as-sembled.

Weight: 23 kg.

L = 136 cm x W = 76 cm x H = 65 cm.

Midi TABLE NET AND POST INCLUDED

aRt. nO. 7157-05

A fun table for the whole family. Easy to handle and already as-sembled.

Weight: 30 kg. L = 181 cm x W = 102,5 cm x H

= 75 cm.

taBle COVERaRt. nO. 7152-00

Royal, fits both folded and un-

folded tables.

SMALL TABLES 73

74 TEAM STIGA

TEAM STIGA

TEAM STIGA 75

GUO YUE CHINA

BENEDIKT DUDAGERMANY

ENZO ANGELSFRANCE

LEE HO CHINGHONG KONG

LI JIAWEISINGAPORE

LIU GUOLIANGCHINA

PÄR GERELL SWEDEN

SAYAKA HIRANOJAPAN

J.M. SAIVEBELGIUM

ELSAYED LASHINEGYPT

JENS LUNDQVISTSWEDEN

SEAN DOHERTYSCOTLAND

SABINE WINTHERGERMANY

NATIONAL TEAMDENMARK

XU XINCHINA

KIM JUNG HOONKOREA

MARIE MIGOTFRANCE

ZHENQI BARTHELGERMANY

NATIONAL TEAMSWEDEN

EWOUT OOSTWOUDERCASPER TER LUUNBORIS DE VRIESNETHERLANDS

76 CLOTHES

CLOThES

CLOTHES 77

TrACKSUITS

78 TRACKSUITS

TRACKSUITS 79

eleGanCe JACKET

100% micro polyester, dobby dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5320-XX DIVA BLUE/BLACK/WHITEaRt. nO. 5322-XX RED/NAVY/WHITEaRt. nO. 5324-XX NAVY/YELLOW/WHITE

Sizes available in xxs – xxxxl

eleGanCe TROUSERS100% micro polyester, dobby dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5321-XX BLACK/DIVA BLUE/WHITE aRt. nO. 5323-XX NAVY/RED/WHITEaRt. nO. 5325-XX NAVY/YELLOW/WHITE


DRY Fit is a high-performance microfiber polyester fabric that pulls sweat away from the body and transports it to the fabric surface, where it evaporates and leaves the skin cool and dry. stay dry. stay comfortable.

BRava JACKET100% micro polyester, dobby dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5010-XX NAVY/SKY aRt. nO. 5012-XX BLACK/LIME


BRava TROUSERS100% micro polyester, dobby dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5011-XX NAVY/SKY aRt. nO. 5013-XX BLACK/LIME


aCtiOn JACKET100% micro polyester, dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5006-XX BLACK/RED/WHITEaRt. nO. 5008-XX NAVY/BLUE/WHITE


aCtiOn TROUSERS100% micro polyester, dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5005-XX BLACK/RED/WHITEaRt. nO. 5007-XX NAVY/BLUE/WHITE


80 TRACKSUITS

TRACKSUITS 81

78 SHIRTS & SHORTSShIrTS & ShOrTS

82 SHIRTS & SHORTS

GUO YUEChinese national team

ShIrTS & ShOrTS

style SHIRT100% micro polyester, dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5310-XX DIVA BLUE/BLACK/WHITE

aRt. nO. 5311-XX BLACK/DIVA BLUE/WHITEaRt. nO. 5312-XX RED/NAVY/WHITEaRt. nO. 5313-XX NAVY/RED/WHITEaRt. nO. 5314-XX NAVY/YELLOW/WHITEaRt. nO. 5315-XX YELLOW/NAVY/WHITE


SHIRTS & SHORTS 83

84 SHIRTS & SHORTS

synC SHIRT100% micro polyester, dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5212-XX NAVY/SKYaRt. nO. 5213-XX SKY/NAVYaRt. nO. 5214-XX BLACK/LIMEaRt. nO. 5215-XX LIME/BLACK


suPReMe SHORTS100% micro polyester, dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5306-XX NAVY/SKYaRt. nO. 5307-XX BLACK/LIME


SHIRTS & SHORTS 85

CReatOR SHIRT100% micro polyester, dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5207-XX BLUE/NAVY/WHITEaRt. nO. 5208-XX NAVY/BLUE/WHITEaRt. nO. 5209-XX RED/BLK/WHITEaRt. nO. 5211-XX BLK/RED/WHITE


CReatOR LADYSHIRT Lady cut shirt. 100% micro polyester, dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5402-XX BLUE/NAVY/WHITEaRt. nO. 5403-XX NAVY/BLUE/WHITE

Sizes available in xxs – xl

teMPO SHIRT100% micro polyester, dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5304-XX NAVY/WHITEaRt. nO. 5305-XX BLACK/WHITE


sPeed SKIRT90% polyester, 10% elastic.

aRt. nO. 5605-XX NAVY/WHITE


86 SHIRTS & SHORTS

stReaM SHIRT100% micro polyester, dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5223-XX BLACK/REDaRt. nO. 5224-XX NAVY/SKY


SHIRTS & SHORTS 87

88 T-SHIRTS & SWEATERS

T-ShIrTS & SwEATErS

T-SHIRTS & SWEATERS 89

FasHiOn SHORTSDimple elasticated dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5330-XX BLACK/DIVA BLUE/WHITEaRt. nO. 5331-XX NAVY/RED/WHITEaRt. nO. 5332-XX NAVY/YELLOW/WHITE

Sizes available in xxs – xxxxll

COMFORt SHIRT80% cotton, 20% polyester.

aRt. nO. 5340-XX DIVA BLUE/CYANaRt. nO. 5341-XX NAVY/YELLOW


90 T-SHIRTS & HOODSHIRTS

FiGHteR HOODSHIRT100% micro polyester, dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5502-XX GREY


aGGResive HOODSHIRT LADY100% micro polyester, dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5503-XX BLACK/PINK


RetRO SHIRT80% lycra, 20% polyester.

aRt. nO. 5222-XX NAVY/YELLOW


PRiMe SHIRT100% micro polyester, dry fit.

aRt. nO. 5220-XX NAVYaRt. nO. 5221-XX RED


OUTERWEAR 91

Knitted CAP aRt. nO. 9522-00 BLACK/RED/WHITE

PReMiuM SOFTSHELL JACKET100% polyester woven TPU fleece

aRt. nO. 5225-XX BLACK


92 SHOES

ShOES

CenteR COuRt SHOEaRt. nO. 5521-XX

As table tennis becomes faster every year, footwear must ac-commodate the need for increased quickness and speed. The importance of reacting and accelerating more quickly than the opposition is more important than ever. Center Court is very flexible and was designed to adapt to the foot’s motion, providing firm contact to the floor and enabling you to instantly change direction. Center Court is the shoe to make it happen!

SIZES 36-45

SHOES 93

94 SHOES

PReMieR SHOEaRt. nO. 5520-XX

The design at the front gives perfect grip in length and side-ways movement and the extra high outer sole gives your foot extra support even when making the fastest movements. An asymmetrical heel design provides a very stable and strong support combined with comfortable padding.

• PREMIER has specific features allowing for customised support around the

arch and width accommodation through the forefoot.

• SMS (Side Movement Support) on the outsole

• Extra soft EVA at the forefoot of the insole for genuine floor feeling.

• Insole with Hexagon gel support for excellent heel support.

• EVA stabilizer for mid foot control.

• Sorbo foam front foot absorbents for extra comfort and feeling.

• Arch support on the insole.

SIZES 36-45

SHOES 95

MasteR SHOEaRt. nO. 5512-XX

It is a very common misunderstanding that something must be either good looking OR smart. We want to say that there are things that are BOTH good looking and smart, our shoe Master for example.

On the outside of the toe you will find Alumesh, a material that will help to evacuate moisture from the shoe. The four alumesh parts also give an elegant touch to the shoes design. The outer sole also has a specially designed pattern that can be compared to a car tyre. This makes sure that you will have maximum grip in all directions. As a player you will know that grip is sometimesthe difference between winning and losing. In the middle part of the outer sole we have put our “STIGA Shock Absorb Module”. It has a special material that gives maximum support under the whole foot and softly absorbs vibrations that can hurt the foot. The “STIGA Shock Absorb Module” also links the front part with the back part of the shoe.

SIZES 35-46

96 ACCESSORIES

ACCESSOrIES

ACCESSORIES 97

CaPaRt. nO. 8785-00 GREY

sliPPeRsaRt. nO. 1557-XX BLACK GREYSIZES 35-46

HeadBandaRt. nO. 9513-07(includes 3 colours, white, red and blue)

line WRISTBANDaRt. nO. 9513-05 BLACK/REDaRt. nO. 9513-06 BLUE/RED

HeadBandaRt. nO. 9514-05 BLUE

WateR BOTTLE aRt. nO. 5998-10 1 LITER

line SOCKS

HiGH

aRt. nO. 8611-00 WHITE/LIME GREEN, JR aRt. nO. 8612-00 WHITE/LIME GREEN, SR aRt. nO. 8613-00 WHITE/BLUE, JR aRt. nO. 8614-00 WHITE/BLUE, SR aRt. nO. 8615-00 WHITE/RED, JR aRt. nO. 8616-00 WHITE/RED, SR

seMi HiGH

aRt. nO. 8621-00 WHITE/LIME GREEN, JR aRt. nO. 8622-00 WHITE/LIME GREEN, SR aRt. nO. 8623-00 WHITE/BLUE, JRaRt. nO. 8624-00 WHITE/BLUE, SRaRt. nO. 8625-00 WHITE/RED, JRaRt. nO. 8626-00 WHITE/RED SR

Made in a breathable material and special designed

for table tennis. 76% cotton, 22% polyamide, 2% lycra

KeyBandaRt. nO. 9512-01

aCtive TOWELSIZE 38 x 78 cm.

aRt. nO. 8724-00 RED/BLACK/WHITEaRt. nO. 8724-01 BLUE/BLACK/WHITE

tRend WALLETaRt. nO. 9976-45

Wallet in highest quality with many compartments.

98 BAGS & RUCKSACKS

stRiPe RUCKSACKaRt. nO. 8841-01 LIME/BLACKaRt. nO. 8841-00 RED/BLACK

Rucksack in highest quality with large main compartment. Padded shoulder straps.

PRO SHOEBAGaRt. nO. 9534-10 RED/BLACK

teaM COACHBAG aRt. nO. 9534-00 RED/BLACK

stRiPe BAGaRt. nO. 6469-02 BLACK/LIME aRt. nO. 6469-01 BLACK/REDaRt. nO. 6469-02 BLACK/BLUE

BAGS & RUCKSACKS 99

line BAG

aRt. nO. 8750-01 YELLOW/WHITE/BLACK

aRt. nO. 8750-02 BLUE/WHITE/BLACK

aRt. nO. 8750-03 RED/WHITE/BLACK

100 BATCOVERS

stRiPe BATWALLET An elegantly tailored case with handy pocket.

aRt. nO. 8849-01 BLACK/RED SINGLEaRt. nO. 8849-02 BLACK/LIME DOUBLEaRt. nO. 8849-03 BLACK/BLUE DOUBLE MAXI

BATWALLETS 101

stRiPe BATCOVERaRt. nO. 8850-01 BLACK/RED aRt. nO. 8850-02 BLACK/LIME aRt. nO. 8850-03 BLACK/BLUE

line BATWALLETAn elegantly tailored case with handy pocket.

aRt. nO. 8740-01 YELLOW/WHITE/BLACK SINGLEaRt. nO. 8740-02 BLUE/WHITE/BLACK DOUBLEaRt. nO. 8740-03 RED/WHITE/BLACK DOUBLE MAXI

line BATCOVERaRt. nO. 8730-01 YELLOW/WHITE/BLACK aRt. nO. 8730-02 BLUE/WHITE/BLACK aRt. nO. 8730-03 RED/WHITE/BLACK

Ball TUBERuBBeR ROLLERaRt. nO. 9517-10

KeyRinG STIGA aRt. nO.9517-15 J.M. SAIVE aRt. nO.9517-16

suPeR MINIBATaRt. nO. 9517-20

stiGa PENaRt. nO. 956O-00

102 MISCELLANEOUS

edGetaPe aRt. nO. 9541-04 12 MM X 50 M FOR 100 BATS.

aRt. nO. 9541-03 12 MM X 5 M FOR 10 BATS.

edGetaPe aRt. nO. 9541-02 9 MM X 50 M FOR 100 BATS

aRt. nO. 9541-01 9 MM X 5 M FOR 10 BATS

BatCase DELUXEaRt. nO. 8864-01

PlastiC BAGaRt. nO. 9562-00

uMPiRe KITaRt. nO. 9520-00

ClaP STICKSaRt. nO. 9521-00

BOttle OPENER aRt. nO. 9561-00

stiGa LOGOBanneR 5 X 1 METER.aRt. nO. 8620-00

CaRdBOaRd 700 X 200 MMaRt. nO. 9957-10

teXtile BadGe aRt. nO. 1570-00

BallCatCHeR aRt. nO. 9935-00

suRROund aRt. nO. 5944-00 BLACKaRt. nO. 5946-00 BLUE

L = 200 cm x H =70 cm

POsteRs/IDOLCARDS Can Be ORdeRed tHROuGHstiGataBletennis.COM

CHECK FOR UPDATES.

MISCELLANEOUS 103

uMPiRe TABLE aRt. nO. 9519-00 Easy to assemble.

sCORe BOARD aRt. nO. 9518-02

In strong plastic, with a ring system, that make it easier to turn the leafs over.

sCORe BOARD aRt. nO. 9516-02

tOWel BOX aRt. nO. 9515-00

siGnatuRe BLADE aRt. 9514-10

STIGA hISTOrY

104 STIGA HISTORY

Production with tradition. Making table tennis blades during the 1950s. Photo: STIGA

DURING A PRESS CONFERENCE before the Swedish Open Championships in Stockholm in November 2011, Chinese men’s team national coach, Liu Guoliang, was asked how he regarded the threat from Germany. He answered that Germany was good but that the country he respected the most was still Sweden.

The answer may be considered as being a polite comment, paying respects to the host but it did show a mark of reverence to a small country in northern Europe which, from time to time, has over-shadowed the huge country of China in its national sport.

Unquestionably, without STIGA this would not have happened. Without STIGA, Sweden would have had no world champions because it was STIGA, who back in 1944, started to produce their own table tennis equipment; always with the aim to do better and better, until they became number one. In close collaboration with the Swedish Table Tennis Association they made table tennis a sport for every Swede.

Number one in the world. Stellan Bengtsson, the first ever Swedish men’s singles

world champion. Photo: Scanpix

DURING A PERIOD OF STRONG ECONOMIC expansion in Sweden during the 1960s, more or less every school, every private house and every company had table tennis tables for pupils, families and employees on which to play. Furthermore by sponsoring big competitions with tables, the STIGA logo flew around the world and attracted media attention; world champions like Hans Alsér, Kjell Johansson and Stellan Bengtsson were contracted, the effect was the STIGA name was associated indelibly with table tennis, globally respected, an unrivalled reputation.

The name STIGA became synonymous with quality, progress, fun, and success; in addition the company seized the initiative. In their development work they employed Swedish stars and paid them the best salaries in the table tennis world at the time. Alsér, Johansson and Bengtsson left their mundane jobs and became the first professional athletes in Swedish national sport.

It was an opportunity which the players seized with passion; also they accepted the responsibility bestowed. They trained better and harder than their competitors and, when their success peaked in the first half of the 1970s not only did a media fuss result, a standard had also been set. It proved a major inspiration for the next generation, a new generation duly emerged, a generation who would continue the legacy in the 1980s and beyond.

No wonder Liu Guoliang said what he said before the Swedish Open and no wonder he choose to stay one week in the town Eskilstuna with his squad to practise when the tournament had finished. The reason was that in Eskilstuna the STIGA heritage of making things better and better is now managed.

Medal winners. From left: Stellan Bengtsson, Kjell Johansson and Hans Alsér could play full

time table tennis thanks to the big sales of their respective STIGA rackets. Photo: STIGA

DURING A PERIOD OF STRONG ECONOMIC expansion in Sweden during the 1960s, more or less every school, every private house and every company had table tennis tables for pupils, fami-lies and employees on which to play. Furthermore by sponsoring big competitions with tables, the STIGA logo flew around the world and attracted media attention; world champions like Hans Alsér, Kjell Johansson and Stellan Bengtsson were contracted, the effect was the STIGA name was associated indelibly with table tennis, globally respected, an unrivalled reputation.

The name STIGA became synonymous with quality, progress, fun, and success; in addition the company seized the initiative. In their development work they employed Swedish stars and paid them the best salaries in the table tennis world at the time. Alsér, Johansson and Bengtsson left their mundane jobs and became the first professional athletes in Swedish national sport.

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It was an opportunity which the players seized with passion; also they accepted the responsibility bestowed. They trained better and harder than their competitors and, when their success peaked in the first half of the 1970s not only did a media fuss result, a standard had also been set. It proved a major inspiration for the next gen-eration, a new generation duly emerged, a generation who would continue the legacy in the 1980s and beyond.

No wonder Liu Guoliang said what he said before the Swedish Open and no wonder he choose to stay one week in the town Eskilstuna with his squad to practise when the tournament had finished. The reason was that in Eskilstuna the STIGA heritage of making things better and better is now managed.

Strong ties. National mens coach Liu Guoliang and STIGA Sports CEO, Mats Bandstigen,

during the training camp that China chose to hold in Eskilstuna, Sweden. Photo: STIGA

TODAY THE LINKS BETWEEN STIGA AND CHINA are closer than ever; from the very beginning STIGA was very open to the world of table tennis and contracted young successful foreign players. STIGA continues the tradition and today has some of the very best young players from China are contracted; notably Xu Xin and Guo Yue. The two youngsters follow an established tradition of playing with STIGA blades that started with

Liu Guoliang himself, a legend in his own lifetime. He became the first male Chinese player ever to win singles gold at an Olympic Games when he succeeded in Atlanta in 1996; additionally three years later he was crowned Men’s Singles World champion. On both occasions he used a seven ply STIGA Clipper blade that incorporated red blocking veneers.

Interspersed between the training sessions in Eskilstuna, the Chinese team visited the STIGA factory in Eskilstuna where the blades are made. STIGA is the sponsor of blades to the Chinese National Team and Chief Executive Offier, Mats Bandstigen, had profound discussions with the Chinese on how to develop the blades even further in the future.

“Blade development and production is at the heart of all the table tennis equipment we sell”, Mats Bandstigen explained to the players. “It is a sort of scientific skill to find the perfect balance between weight, speed and playing feeling. We have five to nine layers of veneers in our blades. How fast the blade will be is very much decided by the middle veneer; then you have blocking veneer and outer veneers.”

Left: Old classic handle. An old STIGA Alsér

Right: New classic handle. The latest selection blade. STIGA of hardwoods.

THE FINAL RESULT OF THE PRODUCT depends on thickness and the kind of woods that is to be used.

“To pick the very right trees at the very right moment is decisive”, Bandstigen continued. “We are very close to our raw material. We literally pick out the trees from all around the world that we want to use in our production and since we are financially strong, we also have the possibility to buy big quantities when the trees are exceptionally good but we are never satisfied. Everything we do, we want to do even better.”

Growing plant. Overview of STIGA in Eskilstuna. Photo: STIGA

Sweden and Northern Europe is still the home base for STIGA but never before in the company ́s long history has it been as open to the world as it is today. The full table tennis assortment of STIGA equipment is sold in 140 countries!

In the fast-growing Chinese market STIGA has been very shrewd by contracting key players and key persons in the Chinese organi-zation to start long term relations. Recently STIGA choose to set up a subsidiary company in China, instead of working through single distributors. The head office is situated in a fashion district of Beijing, where some 25 people work under the lead of former Chinese national player Huang Dawei. He has played table tennis and lived in Sweden for many years and is familiar in both cultures and languages.

THE CHINESE ADVENTURER BANDSTIGEN and his crew see a long and exciting journey into the future. The market has a tremen-dous potential in a country where some 15 to 40 million people are playing on an active regular competition basis and where the hobby market could involve a couple of hundred million people!

“We have a solid ground to build the future from”, Mats Bandstigen explains. “Not only in China but in all countries we are established. We are very proud of what we have achieved. We have had a good profit and have earned some money over the years but satisfied we are not.”

To maintain an eager and dynamic STIGA, Bandstigen always engages competitive and passionate people as employees.

“That is what it takes to always be in the front line with all our products – blades, rubbers, nets, bags, balls, tables – everything. “

STIGA ELITE CENTErPeteR saRtz NATIONAL TEAM COACH AND SPORT DIRECTOR

To have access to the STIGA Elite Center has meant a lot to Danish Table Tennis. In today’s table tennis world it is vital to have a big and high-level training group at every single training session. With the STIGA Elite Center we have this opportunity, and we have all the Danish national team players under the same roof. That means that we can focus very hard on each individual player and make sure that they are making the right progress.

In order to always have a very high level of trainingfor every session, we always make sure to frequently invite guest players who give us extra energy in the training. Sometimes we also invite national teams to our center to increase the training level. China, Japan, Sweden and other national teams have joined us for training, and this is very valuable for all parties.

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106 GLOSSARY

Blades

elastiCity: the control of the ball is affected when the ball gets in contact with the bat. the elastic properties of a blade make you feel this contact. it depends on the players what type of elasticity he or she likes best. take these categories into con-sideration and you will surely find the right blade for you.

elastiC: offering low speed with maximum control. mostly used by the cautious defender.

FeelinG elastiC: the enhanced touch and feel characteris-tics are a distinct advantage for players who like to be in com-mand of control and accuracy for the allround spin game.

POWeR elastiC: Power elastic blades benefit the spin player a wide variety of attacking styles.

neaRly stiFF: For consistent powerful forehand and back-hand top spinning loop play. nearly stiff blades are ideal for players who want to set the momentum and dictate the play.

stiFF: the ultimate selection for the direct power-hitting player who primarily concentrates on pure speed than control.

RuBBeRs

sPOnGe HaRdness

sOFt: soft sponges provide a better ball control. the spin remains the same while the speed is slightly reduced. Common among players that what to have a great sound during their game.

MediuM: medium sponge is superb for active and powerful players. a well balanced relation between control, speed and spin.

HaRd: these sponges provide more speed but less control of the ball when striking the ball.

suRFaCe

stiCKy: this rubber sheet offers much control and is very sticky, which provides plenty of spin when striking the ball. COntROl elastiC: they develop spin elasticity even at the low speed, and give you more control and more fun. suitable for control-minded players that want to have the extra touch in their game.

stiCKy elastiC: slightly sticky rubbers with very good spin dynamics and ball control while playing at a high speed, both away and near the table.

OFF elastiC: intelligent mixed between speed and spin dynamic. off elastic rubbers is for speed players that use a lot of top spin in their game.

sPin elastiC: spin elastic rubbers are for the modern top table tennis. they are as fast as the off elastic rubbers, but have an additional spin component. Very sophisticated technology.

GLOSSArY

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