Weight
87g
Thickness
5.6mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
156x150
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Head-Heavy
Inspira Plus
Stiga Inspira Plus is an offensive table tennis blade that masterfully blends classic wood feel with modern carbon technology. Its 5-wood plus 2-carbon outer ply construction delivers a powerful yet controlled hitting experience, designed for players who demand both speed and finesse. Developed with world champion input, it offers exceptional stability, a large sweet spot, and a sophisticated, crisp feel. The blade excels in fast attacks and loop drives, providing sharp feedback with reduced vibration, making it a top choice for versatile athletes with strong all-around games.
This 5-wood + 2-carbon outer construction provides direct feel with enhanced speed and stability. The outer ARC fiber layers combined with Koto outer plies aim to balance power, spin, and control, while the Kiri core contributes to a lighter feel and responsiveness.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Designed as an offensive blade, Inspira Plus delivers significant speed suitable for fast attacks and powerful shots. Its carbon construction enables direct power transfer, making it comparable to other high-speed blades in the premium category.
Despite its high speed, Inspira Plus maintains excellent control, allowing for precise placement and stroke variation even during aggressive play. Many players find it offers a well-balanced experience that doesn't sacrifice accuracy for power.
Inspira Plus delivers a crisp and clear feel with direct feedback on impact. This distinct sensation helps players feel the ball clearly for precise shot-making and confident blocking during fast exchanges.
The outer carbon construction typically produces a medium-high throw angle, facilitating powerful and arcing shots that are especially effective during forehand loops and attacking plays.
While not offering the prolonged dwell of pure wood blades, Inspira Plus provides sufficient ball-holding for an outer carbon construction. This allows for good spin generation and control during loops and drives without feeling overly soft.
Leaning toward the stiffer side of the spectrum, this characteristic contributes to the blade's speed and directness. The stiffness is typical for outer-carbon blades designed for aggressive offensive play.
The composite construction effectively manages vibration, providing a comfortable and controlled hitting experience. This results in a crisper feel without excessive harshness, making extended play sessions more comfortable.
Build quality is generally solid and reliable, with users reporting satisfactory construction. While minor manufacturing variations might exist, the blade is well-made for its category and provides consistent performance.
Technology
Stiga Inspira Plus utilizes a composite construction with 5 wood layers and 2 outer carbon fiber layers, specifically STIGA ARC fiber. This 5+2 configuration creates synergy between wood and carbon, balancing pure wood feel with enhanced speed, stability, and a larger sweet spot. The construction aims to provide a sharp yet sophisticated feel with reduced vibration and improved ball contact duration, making it suitable for offensive players who demand both performance and consistency in their game.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Wang Manyu
World champion Wang Manyu collaborated on the Inspira Plus design, with the blade tailored to support her versatile, all-around game. Her style features powerful forehand loops and consistent backhand attacks, benefiting from the blade's balance of speed, control, and stability.
Charlotte Lutz
French professional Charlotte Lutz uses the Inspira Plus to complement her aggressive and dynamic playing style. The blade provides the necessary speed for attacking shots while maintaining the control required for precise placement and tactical variation.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Viscaria
Frequently compared due to similar 5-wood + 2-carbon outer ply construction and target audience, both blades offer high-speed offensive performance with crisp feel. TTSensei experts note Inspira Plus might provide slightly clearer feeling and different handle preferences while delivering comparable speed and overall performance.
Stiga Inspira Hybrid Carbon
This related blade features a different internal carbon structure (hybrid carbon instead of outer ALC fiber). Players report it as an option for those seeking even more power or a slightly different feel, though many find Inspira Plus offers a better compromise between power, spin, and control for a wider player range.