Aigis

Aigis delivers a speed rating that sits comfortably in the offensive-allround range for a defensive blade. The Limba outer plies contribute a lively response, providing enough pace for effective counter-attacks and aggressive plays when you need them. It's not an outright fast attacking blade, but it possesses more than enough speed to keep opponents honest and support a modern, proactive defensive strategy.

Control is where Aigis truly excels, earning consistently high marks for its precision and stability. The defensive-oriented construction provides a incredibly stable platform for chops and blocks, allowing for exact ball placement and consistent shot-making. This high level of control is fundamental for players who build their game around consistency, spin variation, and tactical placement over raw power.

The blade offers a classic, natural, and comfortable feel on contact. It provides a transparent and intuitive batting sensation, often described with a solid, slightly dampened feedback rather than a sharp, hard click. This medium feel contributes to excellent ball feedback and aids in precise touch shots.

Aigis produces a medium throw angle, which complements its hybrid design. This angle provides a good balance, allowing for effective counter-topspins and offensive shots that clear the net with consistency, while still maintaining the controlled, lower trajectories beneficial for pushing and chopping.

Aigis is designed for a longer dwell time, which is a hallmark of effective defensive and control-oriented blades. This extended contact allows players to impart heavy spin on chops and loops, and provides a greater sense of control and connection during strokes, making it easier to manipulate the ball.

This is a flexible blade, more so than many traditional defensive models. This flexibility enhances the dwell time, creates a forgiving feel on impact, and actively aids in generating spin, particularly on defensive strokes and controlled loops where brushing the ball is key.

Vibration is tuned for defensive stability, resulting in a medium level of feedback. The feel is generally controlled and dampened to aid consistency in chops and blocks, though some players might notice more pronounced vibration on off-center hits. Overall, it's designed to communicate necessary feedback without being excessive.

Aigis is recognized as a well-built and reliable blade. Players frequently praise its solid construction, comfortable handle ergonomics, and the excellent, natural feel it provides on contact. The materials and craftsmanship offer good durability for its category, making it a trustworthy piece of equipment that performs consistently over time.