Weight
83g
Thickness
5.4mm
Plies
7-ply
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
V1
Xiom V1 is an offensive table tennis blade built for aggressive, close-to-table attackers. Its 5.4mm thin profile and Energy Carbon layers deliver high speed and a compact, direct feel, making it ideal for powerful topspin rallies and decisive smashes. Despite its pace, the blade maintains excellent control for precise blocking, offering a balanced performance that suits intermediate to advanced players who favor an attacking style with quick transitions between offense and defense.
V1 features a 5+2 construction with hardwood outer plies paired with two layers of Energy Carbon directly beneath them to boost energy transfer and speed. Inner wood plies form the core structure, and the thin profile allows flex for spin-oriented play, creating a fast, hard blade with a direct feel.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
V1 is a very fast blade, with its Energy Carbon layers directly beneath the hard surface wood driving powerful offensive capabilities. It's designed for aggressive close-to-table play, enabling rapid attacks, hard smashes, and fast rallies that demand quick reactions.
Despite its high speed, V1 offers commendable control. Its precise blocking is frequently highlighted, and the direct feel aids accurate placement. Players find it controllable for its pace, supporting quick transitions between offense and defense during intense exchanges.
V1 delivers a hard, sharp, and direct feel. The carbon layers beneath the hardwood surface create a compact sensation with minimal woody feedback, offering clear impact transmission that benefits players using Chinese inverted rubbers.
Throw angle is generally medium-low to medium, aligning with its fast, direct nature for close-to-table play. This allows controlled drives and aggressive loops without excessive arc, supporting a flat, attacking trajectory.
While primarily fast, V1 provides decent dwell time for good spin generation. Its 5.4mm thickness allows some flex, letting players sink the ball into rubbers for spin-based shots, though it may be less than all-wood blades.
The blade is on the stiffer side, characteristic of hybrid carbon constructions. While its thin profile offers enough flex for effective looping, it is not particularly flexible, which enhances its speed and direct playing sensation.
V1 exhibits very low vibration, especially in the head, contributing to a direct feel that transmits impact clearly to the hand. This lack of excessive dampening aids blocking and quick attacks by providing immediate feedback.
Xiom is recognized for good manufacturing quality, and V1 reflects this with flawless craftsmanship. The handle fits well, and the blade exhibits a nice balance, using materials that contribute to its durability and consistent performance over time.
Technology
Xiom V1 incorporates Energy Carbon technology, with layers of this advanced material placed directly beneath the surface wood. This design enhances energy transfer efficiency, resulting in a blade that is both fast and sensitive. The construction aims to blend high speed with a compact feel, ideal for aggressive, close-to-table play. The blade's relatively thin 5.4mm profile is a key element, allowing sufficient deformation for spin generation and control during powerful shots, making it a dynamic tool for offensive strategies.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Viscaria
V1 is often compared to Viscaria for its speed and feel, though many players find V1 to be harder and more direct, offering a sharper sensation that suits aggressive close-to-table tactics with less dwell time.
Butterfly Timo Boll ALC
Similar to Timo Boll ALC in offensive carbon performance, V1 tends to feel harder and more compact, providing a distinct direct feedback that appeals to players who prefer a less woody, more immediate response.
Xiom Stradivarius
Compared to Stradivarius, V1 is often noted as slightly faster and harder feeling, though both share hybrid characteristics. Players report V1 offers a more direct touch, making it suitable for those seeking enhanced speed without sacrificing control.