Weight
60g
Plies
5-ply
Head Size
155x146
Handles
FL
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Handle-Heavy
Lightness
TSP Lightness is an exceptionally lightweight 5-ply all-wood blade designed for players who prioritize maneuverability and comfort. Its ultralight construction minimizes weight, making it ideal for those with wrist concerns, developing players, or anyone seeking reduced fatigue during long sessions. With a soft to medium feel, it provides excellent ball feedback and a good balance of speed and control. The blade excels in close-to-the-table play, offering quick adjustments and stable swings perfect for blocking and controlled attacking styles.
This blade features a symmetrical 5-ply construction with a prominent balsa wood core that's key to its ultralight weight. The outer and inner wood plies provide structural integrity and playing characteristics, while the thin balsa core maximizes weight reduction and contributes to the blade's overall flexibility and feel.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
TSP Lightness delivers a moderately fast speed rating of 8.0. While its ultralight construction might suggest limited power, this blade generates sufficient pace for controlled attacks and quick exchanges. Players who can generate their own power through technique will find it responsive, especially in close-to-the-table situations where its lightness allows for rapid shot execution.
TSP Lightness provides outstanding command over the ball. This high level of control stems from its lightweight nature, flexible feel, and the dwell time it offers. You get precise ball placement and effective spin generation, making it particularly valuable for close-to-the-table play where touch and accuracy are paramount.
TSP Lightness offers a medium-soft feel characteristic of blades with significant balsa core construction. This provides sensitive touch and excellent ball feedback, allowing players to feel spin and trajectory clearly. The softer feel contributes to dwell time and control, making it comfortable for blocking and delicate touch shots while maintaining responsiveness.
TSP Lightness produces a medium-high throw angle that creates a good arc on offensive shots. This characteristic helps players clear the net comfortably with topspin while maintaining control, making it effective for looping and attacking play that requires consistent net clearance.
This blade exhibits good dwell time, allowing the ball to sink into the racket face for an extended period. This characteristic is crucial for spin generation and provides players with more reaction time during rallies, directly supporting its high control rating and making it effective for controlled offensive play.
The blade possesses a medium level of flexibility that contributes to good ball feel and dwell time. This flexibility aids in spin production and control while complementing the blade's lightweight nature. The combination supports maneuverability and makes it well-suited for close-to-the-table play where quick adjustments are necessary.
TSP Lightness is designed to absorb reasonable vibrations, with materials selected to enhance comfort and reduce excessive feedback. This results in a more pleasant playing experience, particularly beneficial for players who are sensitive to vibration or prefer a dampened feel during impact.
TSP Lightness offers good build quality for its specialized ultralight design. The materials, particularly the balsa core, are carefully selected to achieve weight targets while maintaining structural integrity. While it may not have the premium feel of high-end composite blades, its construction is durable and well-suited for its intended purpose, providing reliable performance for its target player base.
Technology
TSP Lightness is engineered with ultralight construction as its core technology, utilizing a balsa wood core that dramatically reduces weight while maintaining playability. The thin profile, with a core around 3.5mm, further enhances lightness and flexibility. This deliberate material selection and construction approach aims to provide a comfortable playing experience that reduces strain on the arm and wrist. The design allows for stable, controlled swings, making the blade accessible to a wide range of players including juniors, recreational players, and those with specific physical considerations who benefit from reduced equipment weight.
Similar Blades
Victas Lightness
Victas Lightness serves as a direct alternative since Victas is TSP's sister brand, often producing similar or updated versions of TSP blades. Sharing the 'Lightness' designation, it's also an all-round, lightweight blade targeting the same audience with comparable performance characteristics for players seeking ultralight equipment.
TSP Shine
TSP Shine is another lightweight 5-ply all-round blade from the same manufacturer. While slightly heavier at around 83g compared to Lightness's 60g, it maintains the lightweight attribute with good all-around capabilities. Players report a similar balance of speed and control, making it a viable option for those wanting a light blade with versatile performance.