Weight
77.5g
Thickness
5.5mm
Plies
5-ply
Head Size
153x146
Handles
FL / ST
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Timo Boll XXS
Butterfly Timo Boll XXS is a specialized table tennis blade crafted for younger players and those with smaller hands. As a scaled-down version of the popular Timo Boll ALL+, it features a reduced head size and a thinner, shorter handle to prioritize control and maneuverability. This design offers an excellent balance of speed and control, making it ideal for developing players learning the fundamentals. The blade emphasizes feel and precision, helping build proper technique and confidence through consistent, predictable responses.
The Timo Boll XXS features a standard 5-ply all-wood construction, prioritizing natural feel and control. This construction provides a consistent response across the blade, allowing players to develop a good feel for the ball and execute precise shots.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Timo Boll XXS is classified as an ALL+ blade, with a speed rating around 6.5 out of 10. It offers enough pace for offensive allround play and developing topspin, but isn't designed for high-speed attacking shots. The speed is carefully balanced with control, making it suitable for players who prioritize placement and spin over raw power.
Control is the blade's primary strength. The smaller head size, lighter weight, and 5-ply all-wood construction give you excellent maneuverability and precision. It's ideal for developing players who need to focus on stroke mechanics and accurate ball placement.
Timo Boll XXS offers a medium-soft feel described as 'very tender' with a 'big touch,' allowing players to feel the ball clearly. This characteristic of 5-ply all-wood blades is beneficial for developing control and understanding ball contact, providing excellent feedback during play.
With its ALL+ classification and emphasis on topspin, the blade has a medium to medium-high throw angle. This facilitates higher looping trajectories that are beneficial for consistent attacking play and developing spin techniques.
The 5-ply all-wood construction provides good dwell time, allowing for more spin to be imparted on the ball. This aligns with player feedback that the blade is effective for topspin play and offers a satisfying feel for the ball during contact.
The blade strikes a good balance of flexibility for its class. It's not overly stiff, allowing for good dwell time and spin generation, but also not excessively flexible, maintaining enough responsiveness for offensive maneuvers and controlled shots.
As an ALL+ blade focused on control, Timo Boll XXS offers a medium level of vibration. This provides helpful feedback to the player without being overly jarring, contributing to its comfortable and communicative feel during rallies.
Butterfly is known for quality craftsmanship, and the Timo Boll XXS maintains this standard. The construction is solid, providing durability and a consistent playing experience. For its target demographic of developing players, the quality is considered very good, offering reliable performance that supports skill growth.
Technology
Butterfly Timo Boll XXS leverages Butterfly's expertise in crafting 5-ply all-wood blades, focusing on providing optimal control and feel for developing players. The smaller dimensions of the head and handle are a deliberate design choice, reducing overall weight and enhancing maneuverability. This makes the blade exceptionally easy to handle, crucial for young players or those with smaller hands. The construction prioritizes a consistent and predictable response, enabling players to build confidence and refine their technique without the complexity of composite materials.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Timo Boll J
Butterfly Timo Boll J is very similar to the XXS version, also designed for young players. It shares the characteristics of a smaller head, lighter weight, and thinner, shorter handle, aiming to provide good control and ease of handling for developing players. It represents a direct alternative within Butterfly's junior-focused offerings.