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The Official Laws of Table Tennis refer to the table tennis racket, although it's also called a bat or a paddle by some people.
They also state that a table tennis racket may be of any size, shape or weight, but that the blade must be flat and rigid.
However you'll find that most rackets are actually all very similar in size - about 15cm (6 inches) across and 25cm (10 inches) long including the handle.
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What do you call the racket for table tennis?
A bat - or paddle.
What game is played with a butterfly paddle?
Butterfly specializes in the manufacturing of table tennis equipment. A butterfly paddle is used for the game table tennis or what is commonly known as "ping pong".
What is a good table tennis paddle for offensive players with lots of spin?
The best paddle is the one with the highest coefficient of friction. MM
Where can an individual buy table tennis paddles?
Someone looking to purchase a table tennis paddle can do so at a retail store or online. Stores like Walmart, Target and Dicks sporting goods sell table tennis paddles.
How can you find more information about the Stiga Paddle?
Information on a Stiga Paddle can be found online at Stiga Table Tennis, Paddle Palace, and Wikipedia. Dicks Sporting Goods and Sports Authority will also have information on a stiga paddle.
In table tennis is it allowed for a player to hit his own table with his paddle?
Yes. You can hit the table but if you move the table while the ball is still in play, you lose the point.
What are the dimensions of a table tennis net?
So far as I know, there is no limit to the circumference of a table tennis bat. People might be tempted to think that if there is no limit, larger, the better. But that is not true because a larger bat can cause your game to slow down.
In table tennis can you use a red and black paddle?
Since 1 July 1986 the rules of table tennis state that one side of the racket shall be bright red and the other side black.
Is the table use for table tennis is circular?
Yes. Table tennis table is circular it was made circular so that the edges are smooth and no one will get injured unlike a rectangular table people could get hurt if they hit the pointy edge. This is also why the paddle and ball are circular to avoid injuries.
How do you rate table tennis paddle speed rate?
It's a subjective measurement made by the manufacturer. There is no scientific basis to the figures.
Where can one find information about how to play paddle tennis?
There are several places where someone could find information about how to play paddle tennis. Libraries and bookstores would have books about how to play paddle tennis.
Are players in table tennis allowed to use a red and black paddle?
Since 1 July 1986 the rules of table tennis state that one side of the racket shall be bright red and the other side black.
