Weight
80g
Thickness
6.2mm
Plies
5-ply
Head Size
159x152
Handles
FL / ST
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Oversized
Balance
Balanced
Filius
Pimplepark Filius combines exceptional control with a focus on spin manipulation for defensive and control-oriented allround players. Crafted entirely in Germany, this 5-ply all-wood blade eschews synthetic materials for a pure, natural feel. Its slightly oversized head and balanced weight distribution enhance its suitability for chopping, blocking, and precise placement. While not a speed demon, the Filius offers a surprising ability to generate spin with the right rubber pairing, making it a strategic choice for players who value consistency and tactical play over raw power. It is designed to be a stable platform for disruptive rubbers and a reliable partner for deliberate offensive transitions.
This 5-ply all-wood construction, with soft Spruce outer plies, Limba mid-plies, and a Kiri core, is designed to maximize dwell time, control, and feel, while minimizing vibration.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Filius is deliberately designed to be slow, prioritizing control and defensive play. It offers just enough speed for controlled drives and transitions into attack, but it is not a blade for fast-paced offensive exchanges. Our testing shows its speed rating of 6.0 reflects its capability within the defensive and allround spectrum.
Control is the defining characteristic of Pimplepark Filius. Its construction and materials are optimized to provide exceptional feel and predictability on every shot, from passive blocks to controlled pushes and chops. Players report this high level of control makes it a reliable partner for tactical play.
Filius offers a soft, pleasant, and tactile feel with noticeable ball feedback and slight vibrations. The soft spruce outer veneers contribute to an interesting feel, especially when paired with thicker, harder rubbers. It provides a good connection to the ball without feeling overly dead.
The flex gives it a higher throw than many other blades. This suggests a medium to medium-high throw angle, which can be advantageous for defensive players needing to clear the net with spin or for controlled offensive shots.
The combination of soft outer veneers and the all-wood construction creates a longer dwell time, allowing players to impart more spin and control the ball's trajectory effectively. This is crucial for defensive shots and controlled offensive strokes.
While not overly flexible, Filius possesses enough flex to aid in generating spin and providing a higher throw angle on certain shots, which can be beneficial for looping and defensive play.
The blade is noted for its low vibration, contributing to a comfortable and stable playing experience. This helps in absorbing incoming power and maintaining control, especially for defensive players.
The blade is consistently praised for its high-quality German manufacturing and craftsmanship. The materials are well-chosen and integrated, ensuring durability and a premium feel. TTSensei experts note the attention to detail in its construction.
Technology
Pimplepark Filius is a testament to traditional table tennis craftsmanship, focusing on a pure 5-ply all-wood construction. Manufactured entirely in Germany, it eschews modern composite materials like carbon fiber, instead relying on carefully selected wood veneers – Kiri for the core, Limba for the mid-layers, and Spruce for the outer plies. This deliberate choice maximizes natural feel, dwell time, and vibration dampening, crucial for its defensive and control-oriented design. The slightly enlarged head size is another key design element, providing a more forgiving hitting surface for defensive players. Pimplepark's philosophy emphasizes developing equipment that harmonizes with the modern plastic ball, and the Filius embodies this by prioritizing control and spin over raw speed.
Similar Blades
Pimplepark Castro
Filius is described as the 'son' of the Pimplepark Castro. Filius was developed as a slower variant of the Castro, specifically for defensive strategists. While the Castro is a 9-ply DEF+ to ALL blade with higher speed and good control, Filius is a 5-ply AllWood blade that is even slower and more control-oriented, making it ideal for classical defenders who prioritize safety and placement above all else.