YINHE 980XX is a professional defensive blade featuring a 5-ply all-wood construction. It is the 20th-anniversary edition of the classic YINHE 980 (with "XX" representing the Roman numeral 20). The 980XX is a custom-made blade for North Korean national team player Kim Song I, who won a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Description
x980XX
Professional Defensive Blade
Structure: 5-ply all-wood, featuring willow wood outer layers designed for superior feel and control .
Thickness/Weight: Thickness 6.0±0.2mm; weight 80±3g .
Blade Size: Oversized defensive head size, approximately 165×155 mm .
Official Ratings: Speed 7, Control 9 .
Handle Options: Available in FL (regular), ST (short handle, ~95 mm for fast switching).
Exceptional control and feel: The willow wood outer plies provide a soft, stable feel with excellent dwell time, allowing precise placement and effective spin variation . It is universally praised for its control, rated 9 or higher, making it highly reliable for chopping and blocking under pressure .
Defensive and chop-attack oriented: Designed for the 40+ new ball, it offers enough power for counter-attacks from mid-to-far distance while maintaining stability. It produces a higher throw angle, which benefits defensive players generating heavy spin on chops .
Shipping & Return
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