PingSkills Choosing a Table

Choosing a Table Tennis Table by PingSkills

In this video, Alois explains some of the important considerations when buying a table tennis table. The thickness of the top is extremely important. The thicker the top, then the better the bounce will be. You also need to consider what type of net to get. Portability and ease of packing up and setting up can be important to many people, as well as how much storage space the table takes up. The Paddle Palace Pro Staff agrees with the team at PingSkills on their analysis for what to look at for a great club or tournament table. For more great instructive videos by our friends at PingSkills, visit their website, PingSkills.com and check out their wide-ranging YouTube Channel.

As the official North American Distributor of STIGA and DONIC; we also carry JOOLA and Butterfly Tables at great prices! Check out our entire table inventory of DONIC, STIGA, Butterfly and JOOLA Tables.

If you need a new net set we have you covered. We also carry net replacements if your net is worn out, or has a tear. Table dirty? Check out the new STIGA Table Cleaner. If you plan on storing your table and want to really protect it, you can't go wrong with the super durable STIGA Vertical Table Cover.

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