STAFF SPECIAL: Stiga Aura Hybrid Carbon Cybershape w/ Helix Platinum H & DNA Platinum M

Paddle Palace Club's own Christian Lillieroos uses the Stiga Aura Hybrid Carbon Cybershape blade (flared handle), assembled with black Stiga Helix Platinum H (2.2mm) and red Stiga DNA Platinum M (2.3mm) rubber.

PLAYING STYLE:Modern Offense
Christian's Setup:The Cybershape Aura Hybrid Carbon blade is amazing. I can achieve better control with the Wood version. Stiga Helix Platinum Hard sponge gives me good control for blocks and more response when I loop hard. My backhand loop has less acceleration, so I like the DNA Platinum Medium for that.

THE BLADE: Stiga Aura Hybrid Carbon offers a combination of speed and control unlike anything you’ve experienced before. This blade has been developed for offensive players who want to control the game with explosive action in every shot. The innovative hybrid construction in carbon fiber and green-coloured, vibration-reducing fiber results in a fast blade with unparallelled feel in play; it also means stability without compromising on speed. The blade is designed with CCF (Close Core Fiber) technology, which means that the carbon fiber layer sits directly on top of the wood core. The result is more control and speed in your game.

The location of the lightweight hybrid material close to the blade’s core ensures that you can achieve both precise ball placement and the power you need for offensive play. The synergy between the carbon fiber and the wood delivers the speed you need, but also gives you control in a flexible, responsive blade.

BLACK RUBBER: A little more of everything. More speed, more control, and more spin. Stiga Helix Platinum is a world-class table tennis rubber for offensive players who want it all. With a unique sponge construction that delivers up to 11 % more energy return when you make more powerful shots ' without exerting more effort. Helix Platinum is built on the Optimized Energy Sponge ' a technology that delivers maximal response thanks to the small pores in the sponge. Without losing feel in play. This rubber also gives you a higher arc and more elasticity, ensuring greater confidence in every duel.

The hard sponge (50 degrees) is ideal for those who want maximum performance in play. This is a premium rubber for players who seek to take control in every point. Developed in Sweden, made in Germany, and designed for world-class players.

RED RUBBER:Stiga DNA Platinum M is an advanced table tennis rubber with superior grip and spin that allow for strikes from challenging angles. A sponge hardness of 47.5 degrees offers the perfect balance between control and speed. A thinner top sheet can accommodate a thicker sponge, thus offering more speed and power. It features shorter pimples for greater surface contact between sponge and blade. Power Sponge Cells for increased catapult effect and optimal power. A unique rubber compound with long durability and a clear, crisp sound. Made in Germany and developed in collaboration with the Chinese national team.