Handcrafted Blades by Ross Leidy

Ross Leidy Ayous core prototype evaluation. Ross can you post pics on this one please?

Test rubbers: BTY Bryce 1.9 Blade weight: 86gr, Compact blade shape.
Sweetspot: above average. Estimated class OFF-

General Impression: Another beauty Ross has bestowed upon my mortal self to test.
The squared ST grip felt a lot like the old BTY Kenny Pro basswood blade from decades ago. It had a slightly flatter, smaller feel than the kiri-core model ST.

Flex was more pronounced and sweet spot slightly smaller but still above average among blades.
Short Game:
pushes felt comfortable and secure but did not have the direct feel of like kiri core model.

blocks felt very nice with excellent feedback as to strength of incoming ball.

flicks where medium-fast but lacked a bit of punch compared to kiri-core model.

Looping: Excellent close/mid, a bit of effort away but a thicker sponged tensor would help this. Outstanding top spin production.

Counter Looping. A bit higher throw than kiri-core model with very good feedback of incoming ball. Speed very good close/mid.

Chopping: A bit more flex than kiri-core model. Chopping felt a bit more comfortable mid distance Better control but lacked that solid feel of kiri-core model.

Hitting: Excellent close/mid. More than enough speed to gain the point. Did not have the top end punch of kiri-core model but not a negative just different due to added flex of blade.

Overall I believe this blade would benefit a double wing controlled looper close/mid with excellent control for the short game.

It was an honor to test these two blades as I don't have the scientific technical expertise as others do here on this forum. I sincerely hope I have given everyone a good idea of how these two blades will perform. Thanks a million Ross, you are a true artist and everyone is glad you are one of us. :)

Edited by frogger - 03/04/2014 at 12:34pm

Ross,

jrscatman wrote: Ross, Another amazing looking blade. The head shape looks different from standard blades - is there any advantage to this shape or is it just artistic.

ChrisUK, you have a nice collection going on. Look forward to seeing the fifth!!!

frogger wrote: I would like to see an advanced player say 2200 or above to give their feedback on these two blades to compare to my findings if Ross is willing of course. Both blades smelled great! Yes I said smell. Douglas Eu De Toilet. :) My French sucks.

Those pics are killing me. Incredible examples of Mr. Leidy's skill.

If there is a Mount Rushmore for table tennis blades making, Ross will definitely take one of the four heads.

liulin04 wrote: If there is a Mount Rushmore for table tennis blades making, Ross will definitely take one of the four heads.

That's a good one .
Many people are now fighting their way to get one of the remaining 3 spots.

OK I can't help it: I we had an Easter Island for tt used gear sellers, liulin04 would definitely have his statue.

Amazing! BTW, the Fellowship of the Blade, which features three Ross blades is still alive. JOIN US!!

ChrisUK wrote: It's finished and WOW!! Ross you're an artist!!

Hi Chris - I'm glad you liked how it turned out. Every time I make a ebony handle I think I would like to have one for myself. One of these days....

ChrisUk, is that the blade……...........

Should we show them my blades Ross that you have done.... This last one is just darn right nasty!  

Ross Leidy wrote: liulin04 wrote: If there is a Mount Rushmore for table tennis blades making, Ross will definitely take one of the four heads. People have said that I have a big head.

Well in that case, your Rushmore head will cover the other three heads.  The other three will be headless

watchski wrote: Nevertheless, ross should post a pic or two of my most recent blade.   I am fearful of posting one as I have been hiding this delightful work of art from my wife.

Edited by Ross Leidy - 03/10/2014 at 8:29pm

ChrisUK wrote: Carryboy wrote: Help I can't breath!!!! Yes, I had that reaction as well  Ross - If you read this, do you know what the final weight of my blade was? I think it was well under the weight of the first blade that you made me using the same construction / woods