Are you looking for a performance-level blade to one-up your game as an intermediate player? The Eastfield Offensive is well known for its performance among intermediate players. It has a great spin and a good speed.
Control is even greater because it is less receptive to incoming spin when blocking with a flat bat and yet gives another gear when imparting topspin in particular by swiftly brushing over the top of the ball with a closed face and the ball truly kicks off.
The Eastfield Ashwood Offensive strikes the ideal balance between assault and defense. I’ve used different bats in the past, such as the Jebor Professional Table Tennis Paddle with Butterfly Tenergy 05 fx 2.1 Rubbers on each side, which is suitable for a wide range of intermediate players.
Ashwood is still the ideal bat for someone who doesn’t want to give up control in exchange for speed. The Eastfield Offensive Professional Table Tennis Bat is designed for players who have learned the fundamentals and want to play a more powerful and aggressive style of table tennis.
This is a one-of-a-kind racket that was glued together and cut by a member of Eastfield’s team. Eastfield A-Pro Rubbers are ITTF-approved and offer incredible speed, spin, and control. The Eastfield Ashwood 7-ply blade has a fantastic feel, great feedback, and very little vibration.
For added comfort, the handle is flared. This is Eastfield’s second paddle release, following the breakthrough of their Allround paddle. The Eastfield Allround Table Tennis Paddle has been a huge success amongst beginners.
- It's the perfect custom table tennis racket for intermediate/advanced players
- The Eastfield A-Pro 2.1mm rubbers provide speed, spin, and control
- The Eastfield Ashwood 7-ply blade offers exceptional feeling and feedback
PROS and CONS of Eastfield Offensive –
| PROS | CONS |
|---|---|
| 1. Hardwood Feel | 1. Quite heavy |
| 2. Exceptional Feedback | 2. Lacks Speed |
| 3. 7-Ply All-Wood Blade | |
| 4. Dense European Style A-Pro Rubbers | |
| 5. Great Balance of Speed and Control | |
| 6. Durable and High-Quality Materials Used | |
| 7. Comes with a Matte Black Case | |
| 8. Protective Black Edge Tape |
Pros of Eastfield Offensive –
1. Hardwood Feel:
There are no carbon layers in this 7-ply all-wood blade. This makes it quick, but not manic. You can go for massive loops without worrying about bouncing everything off the table’s end.
And switching to all-wood blades is a terrific way to improve your overall ball feel and control, which can be difficult to achieve with super-fast carbon blades. The paddle can generate a lot of spin, far more than other paddles in the $50-$75 range.
The Eastfield Allround’s superior rubbers, paired with the blade and sponge’s consistency and control, making it an ideal combination for beginning and intermediate players.
- It's the perfect custom table tennis racket for intermediate/advanced players
- The Eastfield A-Pro 2.1mm rubbers provide speed, spin, and control
- The Eastfield Ashwood 7-ply blade offers exceptional feeling and feedback
2. Exceptional Feedback:
The Ashwood 7-ply blade from Eastfield provides a great feel along with exceptional feedback. Because ash is indeed a hardwood that makes up the blade’s exterior layer, it’s termed “Ashwood.”
This could be ideal if you want a rapid blade that will work for the majority of intermediate and expert attacking players. It features a rounded flared handle that is quite pleasant and snug.
The paddle’s overall balance and construction quality are exceptional. The degree of craftsmanship is outstanding for a pre-assembled paddle around $60. The Eastfield Allround’s flared grip is also really comfortable, and the paddle has a heaviness to it that piqued our interest.
3. Dense European Style A-Pro Rubbers:
Eastfield A-Pro 2.1mm rubbers are ITTF approved and give incredible speed, spin, and control. This rubber is designed for looping, blocking, and pushing and is aimed at the attacking/offensive player.
It has a medium throw angle, so it may be used to attack from both close and far away from the table. It’s also quite simple to block with. The sponge is thick and heavy (rather than light and airy).
This rubber has a pretty firm feel to it, which I enjoy. Your shots will have more power as a result of the weight. A-Pro is a new generation rubber with a medium-hard black sponge in the European style.
It’s quick, but not too rapid. It can generate a lot of spin without being too sensitive to incoming shots and spins. Overall, it was created to be as fast and spinny as possible while having a high level of control, allowing you to keep your strokes on the table.
4. Protective Black Edge Tape:
New Eastfield high-quality black edge tape completes the Eastfield Offensive. This helps to prevent damage to the edges of your rubbers during play or storage by protecting the edge of your bat from bumps and scrapes.
Eastfield stands out because its paddles are hand-cut, glued, and constructed rather than mass-produced on an assembly line like most paddles at this cost range.
This makes the Allround feel a lot more like a handmade paddle, and it should also reduce manufacturing errors and faults.
- It's the perfect custom table tennis racket for intermediate/advanced players
- The Eastfield A-Pro 2.1mm rubbers provide speed, spin, and control
- The Eastfield Ashwood 7-ply blade offers exceptional feeling and feedback
5. Comes with a Matte Black Case:
The Eastfield Offensive is packaged in a beautiful matte black box with silver foiling. I’ve kept mine in its box for months and it’s still in good shape. You may also purchase an Eastfield Original Bat Case to store your new racket in if you like.
They’re available in three colors (black, grey, or navy), and you can choose a single or double bat case. It’s a pretty attractive paddle. The performance of the racket is obviously the most crucial factor, but Eastfield has also spent a lot of time on the design features.
CONS of Eastfield Offensive Table Tennis Racket –
Eastfield Offensive is slightly over 195 grams. As a result, it’s quite heavy (as far as table tennis bats go). It lacks speed, which is the most prominent complaint from the customers/users. Nevertheless, Eastfield’s customer support/service is pretty good.
It’s not exactly a kid-friendly option. If you’re looking for a novice paddle, a lighter blade may be preferable. The Eastfield Offensive is probably not for you if you’ve never played table tennis before.
You’ll discover it a little too quickly. Instead, go with the Eastfield Allround, which is a little slower but still has a great spin.
FAQs
Can I replace the rubber of this paddle?
You can always replace the rubbers of any paddle. Though, this paddle gets its control from its rubber. It was created to be as fast and spinny as possible while having a high level of control – to assist you in keeping your strokes on the table.
This rubber is designed for looping, blocking, and pushing and is aimed at the attacking/offensive player.
Is there a case included with this bat?
Yes, It comes in a sturdy box that may be used for a long time. The matte black case/box has silver foiling. In addition, when you buy an Eastfield bat, you can get a 50% discount on one of our Eastfield Original bat cases. They’re also wonderful cases.
Would I Recommend Eastfield Offensive Table Tennis Racket?
For intermediate players, it’s a great option. The Eastfield Offensive is definitely not for you if you’ve never played table tennis before. You’ll discover it a little too quickly.
This paddle is designed for intermediate players who have learned the foundations of technique and are wanting to take their game to the next level. For players who don’t have the appropriate technique, it won’t be easy to handle and control.
Conclusion
The Eastfield Offensive Professional Table Tennis Paddle is the British brand Eastfield’s second racket. It is a follow-up to the Eastfield Allround Bat, which was released in 2016. The paddle’s remarkable control comes from the Eastfield Ashwood 7-ply blade, which also feels fantastic off the face.
The 7-ply all-wood blade has no carbon layers, which provides it just enough spring and speed. Another custom-racket which is built of professional-grade table tennis wood and two sheets of high-performance rubber.
The paddle has a slightly thicker sponge of 2.1mm, which provides it more spring and thus more speed. Overall, it’s value for money if you’re looking for a paddle with control.