This article is for new or intermediate Table Tennis players who are buying a new table tennis table or wish to upgrade, we will be talking about what you need to look for when buying a table tennis table.
Remember they want your cash!
All of the vendors will be trying to convince you that their table is the best thing for you! So you must get it clear in your mind exactly what you need from a new table. Not many people have unlimited funds so you must choose wisely, ask yourself do you want to enter national comps or play for fun with your mates in the basement.
Is this your Families First Table Tennis Table.
If you want all members of the family to enjoy table tennis it might be a good idea to buy a cheaper table first. All young families will tend to give their first table tennis table a tough time, so if you buy a cheaper table to start off, then if you have a budding world champion in the family. You can upgrade to a more professional model later.
Permanent Vs Fold Flat Table Tennis Tables.
Unless you are absolutely sure you will want to leave your table permanently set-up i would strongly suggest you purchase a Folding Table Tennis Table, they should be very easy to set-up and fold away. Always check to see if it can be operated by one person? Rollers are a great feature, and make the table very easy to use. Roller tables should also be fitted with brakes to stop the table moving around during play.
To be honest even if you decide that the table can be permanently set-up, a foldaway table is still a very good idea, as circumstances can change, maybe a new addition to the family needs the room or you want to move house and no longer have the space. This is obviously a high value item and you must consider all factors.
How thick is a good table?
Tables that are used for competitions are always 25mm or 1 inch thick and are quite expensive for most users. I think most people will be perfectly happy with a good quality 19mm table. I'm sure even Olympic champions didn't start on top spec competition standard tables so consider all the options first. Manufacturers like Stiga make marvellous tables, so unless you can find a 25mm table at an irresistable price, this would be my recommendation.
When you are playing competitions it makes sense to practice on a table of the same standard as your competetors, so now is a good time to upgrade.
Don't just look at the playing surface.
Make sure that the table you buy is of a good quality all round, paying particular attention to the support legs. A good feature built into a lot of tables is leg levellers. Outdoor Table Tennis is great fun so leg levellers are very useful here. Make sure your table top is precisely 76cm from the floor. Equally crucial to the overall quality are the small things like the net fittings etc.
All these small points add up and you deserve to get a good quality product for your money. These days good quality and value for money are important and if you follow these points I'm sure you will find a great table
Remember they want your cash!
All of the vendors will be trying to convince you that their table is the best thing for you! So you must get it clear in your mind exactly what you need from a new table. Not many people have unlimited funds so you must choose wisely, ask yourself do you want to enter national comps or play for fun with your mates in the basement.
Is this your Families First Table Tennis Table.
If you want all members of the family to enjoy table tennis it might be a good idea to buy a cheaper table first. All young families will tend to give their first table tennis table a tough time, so if you buy a cheaper table to start off, then if you have a budding world champion in the family. You can upgrade to a more professional model later.
Permanent Vs Fold Flat Table Tennis Tables.
Unless you are absolutely sure you will want to leave your table permanently set-up i would strongly suggest you purchase a Folding Table Tennis Table, they should be very easy to set-up and fold away. Always check to see if it can be operated by one person? Rollers are a great feature, and make the table very easy to use. Roller tables should also be fitted with brakes to stop the table moving around during play.
To be honest even if you decide that the table can be permanently set-up, a foldaway table is still a very good idea, as circumstances can change, maybe a new addition to the family needs the room or you want to move house and no longer have the space. This is obviously a high value item and you must consider all factors.
How thick is a good table?
Tables that are used for competitions are always 25mm or 1 inch thick and are quite expensive for most users. I think most people will be perfectly happy with a good quality 19mm table. I'm sure even Olympic champions didn't start on top spec competition standard tables so consider all the options first. Manufacturers like Stiga make marvellous tables, so unless you can find a 25mm table at an irresistable price, this would be my recommendation.
When you are playing competitions it makes sense to practice on a table of the same standard as your competetors, so now is a good time to upgrade.
Don't just look at the playing surface.
Make sure that the table you buy is of a good quality all round, paying particular attention to the support legs. A good feature built into a lot of tables is leg levellers. Outdoor Table Tennis is great fun so leg levellers are very useful here. Make sure your table top is precisely 76cm from the floor. Equally crucial to the overall quality are the small things like the net fittings etc.
All these small points add up and you deserve to get a good quality product for your money. These days good quality and value for money are important and if you follow these points I'm sure you will find a great table
About the Author:
Paul Bucannon has been playing Table Tennis for many years, and wants to help you get a great product at an affordable price when Buying a Table Tennis Table Visit his site for hints and tips to help you save money when you are looking for a new Table Tennis Table
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