How to Select a Table Tennis Table?
• Table tennis is a sport that is suitable for people of all ages and is one of the most addictive sports. • Here's a guide to help you select the best Table Tennis table for you so you can enjoy the game without spending a lot of money. • Do you believe that all TT tables are the same and easy to choose, People who think this way usually regret making an expensive mistake that could cost them a lot of money! Please refrain from being that person. • Choosing Table Tennis Tables can be a difficult task because you must be familiar with a number of technicalities and parameters.
• But don't be worried! When it comes to selecting the right Table Tennis Table, we are here to make your life easier. • Here are some basic and simple parameters to keep in mind when checking a TT table. So, let's get this started!
1. Area • We must consider the dimensions of the table as well as additional clearance in order to play the sport freely and safely. • In general, we recommend a mini TT Table for small spaces (up to 1.5 m x 0.7 m). • Dimensions of a Small TT Table • We generally recommend a medium-sized TT table for medium-sized spaces (2 m x 1 m). • Dimensions of a Medium-Sized TT Table • You can use the full-size TT table for any surface (2.7 m x 1.5 m).
2. Thickness • The thickness of the tabletop determines how well the ball bounces on the table. • In general, the greater the bounce, the thicker the tabletop. • However, it also depends on the type of playing surface used, which can be either wood or aluminum. • If you want to build a mini TT table or a medium-sized TT table, a tabletop thickness of 10mm with a (wooden surface and metal legs) is sufficient. • If you want a full-size table, the tabletop should be at least 12 mm thick so that the ball bounces effectively. • When the ball is dropped 30 cm above the table on a full-size TT table, it should bounce back to a minimum of 21 cm. • However, for competition players, the tabletop thickness should be greater than 22cm. Check out our ITTF Approved Table Tennis Table.
3. Wheels or no wheels? • Do you plan to use the space you have set aside for Table Tennis? If so, a foldable table without wheels will suffice. • To top it all off, they are nearly 40% less expensive than a table with wheels. • If there is a space that is used for multiple activities, such as Yoga, Karate, Zumba, Table Tennis, and so on, it is always a good idea to have a TT table with wheels that can be completely folded once you are finished burning calories on the table.
4. Leg Styles • TT tables with wooden legs are commonly sold by local brands. • They are a less expensive option, but be careful because they tend to collapse after prolonged use. • It is always preferable to use iron/aluminum legs rather than wooden ones.
5. Structure • This is the area beneath the tabletop. • For the best bounce, it is always best to choose one made of iron or aluminum.
6. Approval by the ITTF/Local Federation • The TT table must be approved by either the country federation (FFTT, TTFI, etc.) or the ITTF standard. • Always look for it before investing your money down on a TT table. Take a look at Our Table Tennis Table Series. • We hope that this new article will help you in selecting the best TT table for you. • We know you want to play TT! *wink* Do you have any Table Tennis questions? Simply pass them in the comments section and we'll do our best to answer them. Cheers!