KC1
A nice control-oriented option with a forgiving sweet spot, though you will need to supply your own power.
Pros
- Makes off-center hits feel a bit more forgiving thanks to the edgeless shape
- Gives you great touch and feel for drops and dinks
- Lets you move your hands quickly during fast kitchen-line exchanges
- Feels light and comfortable on the arm during long sessions
Cons
- Requires more effort from your arm to generate heavy power
- Edgeless design means you need to add edge tape to keep it from chipping
Performance Index
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%If you play a patient, finesse-based style and want something easy on the arm, the Standout KC1 Elongated is worth a serious look. It gives you great feel for resetting dinks and drops, while the edgeless build keeps hand speed quick at the kitchen line. Players who rely heavily on touch will enjoy how it handles soft-game exchanges. Just keep in mind that you will need to put some extra effort into your drives if you want to end points quickly.
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