Paddle Palace's own Sean O'Neill currently plays with the Stiga Clipper Classic Cybershape blade (flared handle), assembled with black Stiga DNA Dragon Power 57.5 (2.15mm sponge) and red Stiga DNA Hybrid XH (2.2mm) rubber. Step into the realm of champions with this exclusive Staff Pro Special, personally curated by table tennis legend Sean O'Neill.
PLAYING STYLE: Offensive Spin
Sean’s Setup: I have used a Stiga Clipper blade for most of my career, including at the 1988 Seoul Games. Great power and feel! And you just have to try Cybershape - it’s a game-changer! The DNA Dragon Power on my forehand
works great as I have always enjoyed finishing points with my third ball attack. DNA Hybrid on my backhand is a step down in hardness - I like the grippier top sheet and softer sponge for more control when returning serves and blocking.
THE BLADE: Stiga Clipper Cybershape is an updated classic! Ever since its release back in 1981, the Stiga Clipper Wood blade has been enormously popular among top players, owing to its speed. The Clipper Wood was developed in close cooperation with the Chinese national team and was designed for players who want extra power in their shots. This offensive classic, with 7 layers of exclusive wood and the legendary STIGA feel, is now available in a new version with the unique Cybershape design.
With Stiga Clipper Cybershape, you’ll have not only a speed blade and renowned playing characteristics; you also get the popular Cybershape design with a larger, optimal hitting surface and a center of gravity that’s higher on the blade. The higher sweet spot means that you can achieve more stable impact and more powerful shots without sacrificing control – offering advantages that can’t be found in a traditional blades. Stiga Clipper Cybershape is excellent for players looking for a blade that offers more power in every shot.
RED RUBBER: Stiga DNA Hybrid is the latest addition to Stiga's DNA series that features a new generation of table tennis rubbers from Germany. This rubber is designed and optimized for table tennis players with a very offensive playing style, who have high demands and expect the highest quality materials. The extra hard sponge in DNA Hybrid XH is designed for players looking for incredible spin combined with maximum speed. The rubber provides the power and speed that players need to finish duels quickly and explosively.
BLACK RUBBER: With Stiga DNA Dragon Power rubber, experience the next level of performance with Power Sponge Cell (PSC), engineered to unleash the ultimate catapult effect and deliver raw, unstoppable power with every stroke. The sponge hardness of 57.5 offers the ultimate power. Born from a collaboration with champions, this advanced rubber is crafted with insights from the Chinese national table tennis team, ensuring it meets the highest standards of elite competition. Made in Germany, it stands as a testament to impeccable quality, rigorously tested for durability and excellence that withstands even the most intense matches.
Enjoy exceptional grip and spin properties that transform every hit into a powerful, high-arc shot. The cutting-edge C-Touch Surface Tensor Technology, infused advancements, refines your game to the next level, giving you the edge to outperform your competition. This unique combination of Power Sponge Cell (PSC) and C-Touch technology creates an unbeatable synergy, designed for players who demand nothing less than world-class performance.
