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frogger
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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 |
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Ross Leidy
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Frogger - thanks for taking the time to evaluate the blades and provide the review. Much appreciated.
Here are a few photos of the ayous-core blade. |
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jrscatman
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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. Thanks |
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Toprank
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So Frogger and Ross- Is the difference in the two blades the Core Ayous compared to Kiri? Are the middle and outer Douglas Fir and POC for both blades?
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Ross Leidy
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It's the same shape as the one in the previous set of photos - 157x150. Perhaps the angle of the photo makes it look different.
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Ross Leidy
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Yes, that's correct. Also, the ayous core is slightly thinner. To boost the stiffness, increase the sweet spot, and reduce vibration, I went to a thicker core on the companion blade. I didn't want to increase the weight of the blade, so I switched to a kiri core.
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Carryboy
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ChrisUK, you have a nice collection going on. Look forward to seeing the fifth!!!
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frogger
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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.
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regiz.rugenz
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ChrisUK
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Thanks The fifth is still being constructed but here are a couple of "work in progress" photos of the blade. It's the same construction as my very first blade which is based on the Nittaku Vioncello (2 x white ash / Kiri core @ 3.25mm / 2 x white ash). At this stage the blade has just had a coat of sealer on it. However the handle will be finished in gloss and that's when the colours will really pop out! ----- For reference, the black sections off the handle (gaboon ebony) will be finished to look like this: And the red maple burl stripes will pop out like this: Edited by ChrisUK - 03/06/2014 at 3:16am |
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frogger
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Those pics are killing me. Incredible examples of Mr. Leidy's skill.
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Kolev
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Oh boy, a rubber on it will be pure defilement
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liulin04
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If there is a Mount Rushmore for table tennis blades making, Ross will definitely take one of the four heads.
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elfanta
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Wow, you really make great tt blades, awesome. For sure, I'll have one in the near future, your blades are beautiful.
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stiltt
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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. |
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ChrisUK
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It's finished and WOW!!
Ross you're an artist!! |
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tommyzai
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Amazing! BTW, the Fellowship of the Blade, which features three Ross blades is still alive. JOIN US!!
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frogger
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Seeing those blades makes me want to roll in a mud hole and sing the national anthem!
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Ross Leidy
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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.... |
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Ross Leidy
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People have said that I have a big head. |
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Carryboy
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ChrisUk, is that the blade……...........
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Carryboy
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Help I can't breath!!!!
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watchski
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Should we show them my blades Ross that you have done.... This last one is just darn right nasty!
Ross is to blade making as Michaelangelo is to the Sistene Chapel or Leonard Di vinci is to painting Mona Lisa's or Picasso is to ear chopping...
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Ross Leidy (Nemesis) Ross Leidy (Canxan) Ross Leidy (Rapscallion) Infinity VPS Rubbers: Nittaku S-1 Tenergy 80FX 1.9mm |
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liulin04
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Well in that case, your Rushmore head will cover the other three heads. The other three will be headless |
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watchski
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Haaa love it. Picasso.... Van Gogh.... Who knows.
I was daydreaming of the 1996 table tennis bronze medal during art classes. 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. |
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Blades:
Ross Leidy (Nemesis) Ross Leidy (Canxan) Ross Leidy (Rapscallion) Infinity VPS Rubbers: Nittaku S-1 Tenergy 80FX 1.9mm |
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Ross Leidy
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Here you go. This handle has a satin finish where Chris' has gloss. Both are ebony and dyed big leaf maple burl. Edited by Ross Leidy - 03/10/2014 at 8:29pm |
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ChrisUK
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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
Edited by ChrisUK - 03/10/2014 at 12:33pm |
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Ross Leidy
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Chris, it's just under 84g.
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watchski
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It plays with a sweet spot so large, that I can hit nearly any shot from anywhere with any part of the blade... ITs an amazing blade.
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Blades:
Ross Leidy (Nemesis) Ross Leidy (Canxan) Ross Leidy (Rapscallion) Infinity VPS Rubbers: Nittaku S-1 Tenergy 80FX 1.9mm |
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