The Cypress T-Max S Blade is a 1-ply Kiso Hinoki Japanese Style Penhold blade recommended for a wide range of player types inside the penhold style. This power created by this blade is devastating, and comes by way of 1-ply, 10mm thick one piece cut of Cypress wood. The Cypress T-Max S blade is carbon power put into an all-wood blade. This all-wood give a fantastic amount of feel for all out attack players. There is cork placed down on the backside of the blade for comfortable, as well as maintaining the perfect grip. The backside is already painted, making it easy to choose the opposite color of rubber. This blade comes in at an average of 97 grams, and has a blade thickness of 10. 0mm. The blade size is 163x135mm, with the handle size at 92x20mm. The Cypress T-Max S Blade will work well with Spring Sponge rubber like Dignics and Tenergy. For the Dignics and Tenergy line of rubbers the 05 has the highest trajectory, and lands the shortest distance on the table. The 80 has the second highest, and lands in the middle of the table. The 64 has the lowest trajectory, and the longest travel path landing deepest on the table. To add more grip to this blade you can get the Soft Grip Tape. It provides grip and comfort to the racket handle. Another great choice for racket care is adding side tape to the blade. It can protect the wood in the event it is hit on the table.