{"product_id":"stiga-defensive-classic-ii-shakehand-blade","title":"Stiga Defensive Classic II","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eStiga Defensive Classic II\u003c\/strong\u003e is a controlled defensive blade made for players who win points with patience, spin variation, and precise placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis updated version of the classic Defensive Classic keeps the soft touch defenders need while adding improved balance and stability. The 5-ply wood construction gives clear feedback on chops, pushes, controlled blocks, and touch shots. The soft Limba surface helps players control spin, tempo, and placement with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDefensive Classic II is especially useful for modern defenders who mix deep backspin with selective counterattacks. It gives you the control to absorb pace, vary spin, and keep the ball low, but still has enough stability to step in and attack when the chance appears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped with defensive standout Masato Shiono, this blade is a strong fit for choppers, defensive allround players, and players who want maximum control before speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(1, 70, 173);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQUICK TAKE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoose STIGA Defensive Classic II if you want a classic round defensive blade with soft Limba touch, high control, and reliable feel for modern defensive play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDefensive players who want high control, soft touch, and stable feedback for chopping and spin variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlaying Style...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModern defense, chopping, pushing, controlled blocking, spin variation, and selective counterattack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Feel...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoft, controlled, stable, and precise with clear feedback on contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRubber Pairing Advice...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePair Defensive Classic II with long pips or defensive rubber on the backhand for chopping, disruption, and control. On the forehand, use a controlled spin rubber if you want steady opening loops and counterattack options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Avoid It...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlayers who want a fast offensive blade for power looping and counterlooping may find this too slow. This blade is best for players who build points with control, patience, placement, and spin changes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stiga","offers":[{"title":"Flared","offer_id":53413004574999,"sku":"SSDC2N-FL","price":94.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Straight","offer_id":53413004607767,"sku":"SSDC2N-ST","price":94.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/8337\/1543\/files\/SSDC2N-stiga-def-class2-1.jpg?v=1782196668","url":"https:\/\/www.paddlepalace.com\/products\/stiga-defensive-classic-ii-shakehand-blade","provider":"Paddle Palace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}