XIOM Ice Cream AZX PRO Table Tennis Blade

The XIOM Ice Cream AZX PRO Table Tennis Blade is the large-head version of the outer composite Ice Cream AZX. It keeps the standard model’s Koto outer veneers, outer Axylium Carbon (ALC) on one side, and outer Zephylium Carbon (ZLC) on the other, while adding a 160 × 152 mm head and a fuller handle. XIOM made these changes at the request of Korean player Jeoung Youngsik, giving the PRO a balance point closer to the head and more weight behind committed attacking strokes.

The blade uses a 5+2 outer composite construction, with each fiber layer directly beneath its Koto veneer. From one face to the other, the layup is Koto / ALC / Limba / Kiri / Limba / ZLC / Koto. The Koto surface gives both sides a crisp initial contact, while the two composites provide a distinct response on each face. The blade is made in Korea and retains the standard AZX’s nominal 5.7 mm thickness.

The PRO head is 3 mm longer and 2 mm wider than the standard AZX’s 157 × 150 mm head. The difference is most noticeable during the swing: the PRO carries more of its weight toward the head, giving drives and counter-topspin a more substantial feel through contact. The standard AZX is easier to reposition in quick forehand-to-backhand exchanges, while the PRO suits players who prefer more head presence when accelerating through the ball.

The ALC side has a slightly softer contact feel, making it useful for lifting backspin, shaping the first topspin, and varying placement. The ZLC side feels firmer and releases the ball more directly, suiting quick counters, backhand punches, and forward-driving topspin. Both sides respond quickly thanks to the Koto veneers and outer fiber placement.

Either face can be used on the forehand or backhand. If you open with a spin-heavy forehand and rely on compact backhand counters, try ALC on the forehand and ZLC on the backhand. If you drive through the ball on the forehand and want more hold when opening with the backhand, the reverse setup may suit you better.

Compared with the Ice Cream AZXi PRO, the AZX PRO shares the larger head but uses Koto veneers and outer fibers for a crisper touch and quicker release. The AZXi PRO uses Limba veneers and inner fibers for a softer initial contact and more noticeable dwell. The AZX PRO is the better fit for players who like to meet the ball early, use the incoming pace, and attack with a direct stroke.

🔍 Key Features & Play Characteristics

✅ 160 × 152 mm PRO Head – A larger hitting surface than the standard AZX, with the same nominal 5.7 mm thickness.

✅ Fuller Handle and Headward Balance – The PRO shape follows Jeoung Youngsik’s requested adjustments and gives fuller swings more weight through contact.

✅ 5+2 Outer Composite Construction – ALC and ZLC sit directly beneath the Koto veneers on opposite faces.

✅ Koto Outer Veneers – Give both faces a crisp response for drives, active blocks, and early counters.

✅ Two Distinct Playing Sides – The ALC face offers a softer touch for spin and placement; the ZLC face feels firmer on direct attacks.

✅ Made in Korea – Produced in FL and ST handle styles.

👤 Who Should Use XIOM Ice Cream AZX PRO?

✔️ Players who like the standard AZX but want a larger head and fuller grip

✔️ Offensive players who prefer the crisp contact of Koto and outer composite layers

✔️ Players who take the ball early on drives, active blocks, and counter-topspin

✔️ Players who want a softer response on one wing and a firmer response on the other

✔️ Players who prefer more weight toward the head on committed attacking strokes