Weight
78.5g
Thickness
5.8mm
Plies
5-ply
Head Size
157x150
Handles
FL / ST
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Stiga Allround NCT
Stiga Allround NCT is a 5-ply all-wood blade designed to deliver a harmonious blend of speed, control, and feel. Building on the classic Allround legacy, its Nano Composite Technology (NCT) enhances power without sacrificing the exceptional touch and predictability players rely on. Lightweight and versatile, it's an excellent choice for developing players and all-round attackers seeking a reliable, well-balanced performance that supports both offensive and defensive play.
Stiga Allround NCT features a 5-ply all-wood construction. While the specific wood types for each ply aren't detailed, the layered design focuses on achieving optimal balance between speed and control, with NCT technology applied during the gluing process to enhance performance.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Stiga Allround NCT sits at the faster end of the ALL+ category, offering good pace for offensive shots. The NCT technology provides a noticeable boost compared to traditional all-wood blades, giving you solid power for drives and loops without pushing into pure offensive territory.
Control is where this blade truly shines. Players report exceptional precision and predictability, especially in the short game. The consistent feedback and balanced construction make it incredibly reliable for accurate placement and controlled execution of all your shots.
Stiga Allround NCT offers a clear, responsive feel with good dwell time. The touch is neither overly soft nor particularly hard—it provides enough feedback to sense the ball contact while maintaining a controlled, predictable response that benefits spin generation and touch play.
The blade produces a medium-high throw angle that's advantageous for looping and clearing the net effectively with spin. This trajectory helps generate good arc on topspin shots while maintaining control.
The blade provides significant dwell time, allowing for extended ball contact that enhances spin generation and control during rallies. This characteristic makes it particularly effective for spin-loaded loops and precise ball placement.
Stiga Allround NCT offers medium flexibility with a slight flex during harder strokes that contributes to its 'kick' and catapult effect. It remains firm enough for effective blocking and hitting close to the table, creating a balanced response across different stroke types.
Vibration is moderate, providing adequate feedback without being harsh or overly dampened. This medium level of vibration contributes to the blade's controlled feel and helps players maintain connection with their shots.
Stiga Allround NCT is well-regarded for its solid construction and durability at its price point. The materials and finish hold up well to regular play, making it a dependable choice that offers good value for developing and intermediate players.
Technology
NCT (Nano Composite Technology) is integrated into the gluing process between the wood plies. This technology optimizes layer adhesion to enhance the blade's power and speed characteristics while maintaining control. The result is a blade that delivers improved hitting power and more dynamic trajectories without compromising the traditional wood feel that players value for touch and feedback.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Xu Xin
While Xu Xin primarily uses more offensive blades in top-level competition, the characteristics of the Allround NCT reflect the versatile, controlled playing style he's known for. The blade's balance of touch and capability aligns with the technical foundation many elite players develop during their training progression.
Similar Blades
Stiga Allround Classic
Stiga Allround NCT is the direct evolution of the Allround Classic, offering noticeably increased speed and power through its NCT technology while maintaining the exceptional control and feel of the original. The Classic is generally softer and slower, making the NCT a faster, more modern alternative with a similar balanced playing philosophy.
Stiga Offensive Classic
Stiga Offensive Classic represents a step up in speed from the Allround NCT, leaning more toward offensive play with higher speed potential at the cost of some control. Both are 5-ply all-wood Stiga blades, offering distinct characteristics within the all-round to offensive spectrum for players choosing between controlled aggression and pure attacking play.