Weight
82g
Thickness
6.9mm
Plies
5-ply
Head Size
15.7x15.1
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
ENERGY 05
Palio ENERGY 05 is an offensive table tennis blade engineered for the modern plastic ball, delivering a compelling blend of speed, spin, and control. Its 3+2 composite construction integrates thin carbon layers within a wood core, providing energetic transfer while retaining the dwell and feel of traditional wood. This blade is ideal for aggressive topspin players who need power for attacking shots and precision for delicate net play, offering a versatile performance profile that enhances offensive play without sacrificing touch.
Palio ENERGY 05 features a 3+2 construction with carbon layers placed directly beneath the outer wood veneers. This strategic placement provides enhanced stiffness and energy transfer for faster shots while maintaining flexibility and feel associated with wood blades.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Palio ENERGY 05 offers significant speed, especially for an offensive blade. The integrated carbon layers contribute to powerful shots and fast attacks, making it suitable for aggressive play styles that require pace for both looping and driving. Players report having very good speed reserves when needed.
Despite its speed, ENERGY 05 manages to retain a respectable level of control. The wood plies and specific carbon placement create a balanced feel that allows for precise placement and effective short game play. Many players find it offers good control feel similar to pure wood blades, particularly for pushes and flicks.
ENERGY 05 offers a balanced hand feeling that combines carbon stiffness with wood's softer touch. This creates a pleasant playing sensation described as mild rather than crisp, providing good feedback during strokes while maintaining responsiveness.
The combination of speed and dwell time creates a medium-high throw angle, enabling aggressive topspin shots to clear the net with sufficient arc and power for effective attacking play.
The construction provides ample dwell time, allowing the ball to sink into the blade slightly. This enhances spin generation on loops and provides better control in the short game, making it effective for modern topspin play.
ENERGY 05 features medium flexibility. It's stiff enough for powerful offensive shots due to the carbon layers but retains enough flex from the wood plies for good feel and spin on softer shots, creating a balanced response.
The blade exhibits low to medium vibration during play. Players report minimal vibration that contributes to a comfortable playing experience and reduces arm fatigue during extended sessions.
Palio ENERGY 05 features solid build quality and durability. Our testing shows the blade maintains consistent response even after prolonged use, with no issues like delamination, warping, or loss of stiffness. This exceptional performance for its price range makes it a reliable choice for regular play.
Technology
Palio ENERGY 05 incorporates Energy Transfer Technology, a design philosophy focused on efficiently transferring energy from the player's swing to the ball. This is achieved through its unique 3+2 composite construction where thin carbon layers are embedded between wood veneers. This specific layering enhances the blade's responsiveness and power output for aggressive topspin play while preserving good feel and control. The blade is optimized for the modern plastic ball, ensuring performance meets current table tennis standards with effective energy transfer on every shot.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Viscaria
Palio ENERGY 05 is frequently compared to premium blades like Butterfly Viscaria. While Viscaria features ALC (Arylate-Carbon) construction, ENERGY 05 offers a similar profile of speed and spin for aggressive topspin players at a significantly lower price point. TTSensei experts note that ENERGY 05 provides a comparable playing experience in terms of power and dwell, though Viscaria might offer a more refined feel and slightly higher performance ceiling.
Tibhar Stratus
Another blade mentioned in comparisons is Tibhar Stratus. Our testing shows ENERGY 05 offers more penetration through opponent's blocks and a more solid, locked-in sensation compared to Stratus, which might feel looser. Both are offensive blades, but ENERGY 05 provides more direct power transfer while maintaining good control characteristics.