cpen similar to Zetro Quad?

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   I've been using a cpen Zetro Quad for quite a while and really enjoy it, but I'm going to alter my grip and think a thinner and lighter blade would help.I play RPB and currently curl my fingers completely.  Multiple people better than myself have recommended that I extend my fingers more and that it should help with consistency, power and my BH.  I've tried it a bit before and noticed it makes the BH easier.  I did notice that my fingers cramp up a bit and I'm wondering if it's because the blade is so thick.  Obviously more practice is needed, but I don't want to do any damage.

My game is based around heavy spin mostly close to the table.  I love the spin capability, control and feel of the ZQ and the speed is good.  I don't really want to lose much in the speed department because I don't use overly fast rubbers to begin with (H3 Neo and Spinlord Marder 3).

I find myself drawn to kiso hinoki blades do the touch, feel and spin abilities.

Are there any blades similar in characteristics to the ZQ but a little thinner and ideally lighter (when I bought my ZQ I was told it was 85g)?

Thanks for your help

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hookumsnivy Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Gold Member Joined: 11/04/2010 Location: Syracuse, NY Status: Offline Points: 1599	Post Options Post Reply Quote hookumsnivy Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: cpen similar to Zetro Quad? Posted: 09/22/2014 at 10:27am
	I've been using a cpen Zetro Quad for quite a while and really enjoy it, but I'm going to alter my grip and think a thinner and lighter blade would help. I play RPB and currently curl my fingers completely. Multiple people better than myself have recommended that I extend my fingers more and that it should help with consistency, power and my BH. I've tried it a bit before and noticed it makes the BH easier. I did notice that my fingers cramp up a bit and I'm wondering if it's because the blade is so thick. Obviously more practice is needed, but I don't want to do any damage. My game is based around heavy spin mostly close to the table. I love the spin capability, control and feel of the ZQ and the speed is good. I don't really want to lose much in the speed department because I don't use overly fast rubbers to begin with (H3 Neo and Spinlord Marder 3). I find myself drawn to kiso hinoki blades do the touch, feel and spin abilities. Are there any blades similar in characteristics to the ZQ but a little thinner and ideally lighter (when I bought my ZQ I was told it was 85g)? Thanks for your help

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hhca Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Super Member Joined: 05/22/2006 Location: Canada Status: Offline Points: 326	Post Options Post Reply Quote hhca Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 09/22/2014 at 12:11pm
	thinner blades tend to have flex and it won't feel the same as thicker blades. try to sand the handle a bit where you place your thumb. This will make RPB more comfortable.

hookumsnivy Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Gold Member Joined: 11/04/2010 Location: Syracuse, NY Status: Offline Points: 1599	Post Options Post Reply Quote hookumsnivy Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 09/22/2014 at 1:24pm
	It's actually my 3 fingers on the back that were cramping. I'll have to give it another shot this week and see if it still bothers me. I haven't tried it in a while.

hhca Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Super Member Joined: 05/22/2006 Location: Canada Status: Offline Points: 326	Post Options Post Reply Quote hhca Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 09/22/2014 at 1:54pm
	it's natural when you change your grip to feel some discomfort. RPB isn't the most natural grip in the world to begin with. I doubt thinner, lighter blade will help much. give it some time and you will be fine.