Weight
85g
Thickness
6.1mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
nullxnull
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Cybershape
Balance
Head-Heavy
Cybershape Carbon
Stiga's Cybershape Carbon brings a revolutionary approach to offensive table tennis blades with its unique heptagonal head shape that maximizes the effective hitting area. Built with a 5+2 ply construction featuring Stiga's Close Core Fibre technology, this blade places German carbon fiber layers directly against the Kiri wood core, sandwiched between Koto outer plies. The innovative design expands the sweet spot significantly, especially in the upper blade section where most attacking shots connect. Made in Sweden, it delivers a crisp, direct feel with explosive rebound that creates a fresh playing experience for aggressive players.
The 5+2 construction features Koto outer plies (sometimes black-dyed) over a Kiri core, with carbon fiber layers placed directly against the core using Stiga's Close Core Fibre technology for an inner carbon setup.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
The Cybershape Carbon delivers serious offensive speed that many players compare to outer carbon blades. While Stiga rates it at 9.0, our testing confirms it operates in the high-speed category with lightning-fast ball rebound. Some users note the initial speed is explosive though it may drop off slightly during longer rallies.
What surprises many players is how much control this fast blade maintains, particularly for blocking and counter-attacking. Our analysis shows most users rate control between 7.5-8.5, with Stiga's CCF technology contributing to that softer touch. The stiffness does present some challenges for delicate short game shots like drops and flicks.
Players consistently describe the Cybershape Carbon as crisp, direct, and stiff—characteristics typically associated with outer carbon blades despite its inner carbon construction. While Stiga promises a softer touch through CCF technology, the dominant feedback emphasizes its hard, immediate response.
While not extensively documented, our observations suggest the throw angle tends toward the lower side, which is typical for fast, stiff carbon blades. This characteristic makes it particularly suitable for certain defensive styles.
Our testing confirms what many players report: the dwell time is relatively short. This isn't a blade for generating heavy spin through extended contact, as the stiff construction creates quick ball rebound off the surface.
The Cybershape Carbon stands out as a notably stiff blade, which contributes to its direct feel and explosive rebound. While the CWT system allows some play style customization through weight adjustment, the blade itself maintains consistent stiffness across all versions.
Developed with KTH, the Cybershape design features more linear frequency response and improved vibration characteristics compared to traditional blades. This creates a distinctive feel with controlled, medium-level vibration feedback.
As a premium Stiga product, the Cybershape Carbon features advanced construction and innovative design. While we've seen occasional comments about handle variations, the overall build quality matches its high-end positioning, especially in the CWT version with its adjustable weight system.
Technology
Stiga's Close Core Fibre technology positions carbon layers directly on the wood core, creating a softer touch while maintaining impressive speed. The blade's signature feature is its patent-pending heptagonal shape, which expands the hitting area by 11% for shakehand players and moves the sweet spot further outward. Some versions include Custom Weight Technology, letting players fine-tune balance by adding magnetic weights to the handle.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Truls Möregårdh
Swedish vice-world champion Truls Möregårdh has become synonymous with the Cybershape Carbon, using it in major competitions with Stiga DNA Platinum XH rubbers. The 'Truls Edition' CWT model was developed around his aggressive close-table attacking style and powerful backhand techniques.
Debora Vivarelli
Professional player Debora Vivarelli trusts the Cybershape Carbon for her competitive matches.
Alex Naumi
Finnish professional Alex Naumi counts himself among the Cybershape Carbon users on the international circuit.
Ana Tofant
Slovenian player Ana Tofant has adopted the Cybershape Carbon for her professional gameplay.
Tom Jarvis
Tom Jarvis relies on the Cybershape Carbon's unique characteristics in professional competition.
Tin-Tin Ho
Tin-Tin Ho has integrated the Cybershape Carbon into her professional equipment setup.
Hana Goda
Hana Goda counts among the professional players using the Cybershape Carbon in tournament play.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Viscaria
The Stiga Cybershape Carbon is often compared to Butterfly Viscaria and Boll ALC blades in terms of speed and feel, offering a similar 'outer carbon' like directness and power, though some describe it as 'less radical' or having a lower power ceiling. Players accustomed to ALC composite structures might find it a comparable, albeit stiffer, alternative.
Stiga Cybershape Wood
The Stiga Cybershape Wood is the all-wood counterpart in the Cybershape series, positioned as an entry model. It is softer, slower, and cheaper than the Carbon version, making it suitable for ambitious starters. Both share the unique Cybershape head shape.
Stiga Destiny Carbon Cybershape
The Stiga Destiny Carbon Cybershape is another blade within the Cybershape family that also features carbon fiber, offering similar benefits of control, a forgiving sweet spot, and direct response for offensive players. It is mentioned as a related or alternative blade by several sources.