Weight
83g
Plies
5-ply
Handles
FL
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Touch
PingSkills Touch is a 5-ply all-wood blade designed for a perfect balance of control and speed. At around 83 grams, it offers a medium-light, maneuverable feel. Its Ayous core, Koto inner plies, and Fineline outer plies create an all-round performance that forgives developing players while supporting advanced techniques. This blade shines in touch play for precise short shots and provides enough power for offensive strokes. Renowned for its excellent dwell time and soft, responsive feel, it's an ideal choice for players focused on enhancing spin generation and ball placement.
The 5-ply all-wood construction uses a symmetrical arrangement with Fineline outer layers, Koto inner layers, and an Ayous core. This combination creates a balance of feel and stability, contributing to the blade's all-round characteristics that offer good control and dwell time for spin-oriented play while retaining sufficient power for offensive strokes.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
PingSkills Touch provides good speed for varied play, positioning it in the Allround to Allround+ category. It's fast enough for confident offensive play while remaining highly controllable, making it versatile for both developing and advanced players who need a responsive blade that doesn't sacrifice precision.
Control is where this blade truly excels, offering precise ball placement and effective short game play. This high level of control makes it particularly forgiving for players developing their technique, allowing them to focus on stroke execution without fighting the equipment.
The blade delivers a soft, flexible feel with excellent feedback that players describe as having a 'nice wood feeling.' This medium-soft characteristic provides good touch for intricate shots while maintaining enough solidity for confident strokes.
The combination of excellent dwell time and emphasis on spin generation creates a medium-high throw angle that helps players lift the ball effectively with topspin, particularly useful for looping against backspin.
Excellent dwell time is a standout feature, allowing players to feel the ball longer on the racket for enhanced spin generation with control. This characteristic makes looping with both control and heavy spin particularly effective.
Considerable flexibility contributes significantly to the blade's playing characteristics, enhancing dwell time and spin generation especially on looping shots while maintaining stability for various stroke types.
The blade provides moderate vibration feedback, especially noticeable on hard smashes and blocks. This tactile response helps players feel ball contact without becoming excessive or distracting during play.
Players consistently report high satisfaction with the Touch's build quality, durability, and consistent performance. The blade delivers reliable play that helps improve games, with many users noting its excellent feeling and construction that stands up to regular use.
Technology
PingSkills Touch employs classic 5-ply all-wood construction focused on natural wood properties rather than synthetic composites. The design harmonizes speed and control through specific wood selection: a soft, responsive Ayous core provides the heart of the blade, Koto inner plies add stability, and Fineline outer plies deliver touch and feel. This traditional approach maximizes dwell time, allowing players to feel the ball longer for enhanced spin generation and precise placement. The blade provides excellent feedback that helps players understand impact points and adjust strokes effectively, catering to an all-round style that values touch and control.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Alois Rosario
As a PingSkills co-founder and coach, Alois Rosario actively uses the Touch blade with XIOM Vega Pro rubbers. He particularly values its great control, considering it crucial for player improvement, highlighting the blade's suitability for high-level players who emphasize control and spin in their game.
Jeff Plumb
Olympic representative and PingSkills co-founder Jeff Plumb also uses the Touch blade, typically paired with XIOM Vega Pro rubbers. His professional endorsement reinforces the blade's credibility for players seeking a balanced option that offers both control and enough capability for advanced, competitive play.
Similar Blades
PingSkills Rook
The PingSkills Rook serves as an entry-level option, being softer and more suitable for slower play ideal for beginners learning strokes and developing control. The Touch represents a significant step up—faster and more solid—designed as a custom racket where rubbers can be changed as players advance, making the Rook a good foundational blade before transitioning.