Stiga Allround Evolution Review: A Faster Classic for Learning Control

By UltraSpin · 2026-06-06 · blade

The Stiga Allround Classic taught generations to feel the ball; the Allround Evolution is its update for the 40mm era. It keeps the soft, controllable all-wood character that makes Stiga’s all-round blades famous learning tools, but adds a measured increase in speed and stiffness so the blade does not feel left behind by the modern poly ball.

Performance

Control and feedback are the headline. The Evolution is soft with plenty of dwell, so strokes are easy to shape and the ball stays on the table while you build technique; reviewers single out how much it helps you learn. It generates a fair amount of spin with the right rubber, and the extra speed over the Allround Classic is real, around the All+ mark, though it is not close to a fast carbon blade. That is the trade-off: you must supply pace with a sound stroke, and players chasing power will find it slow, with the ball travelling almost in slow motion on hard hits. It is light and well finished, and it pairs naturally with medium or medium-hard rubbers, including tacky Chinese rubber for a spin-first setup.

What Reviewers Agree (and Disagree) On

There is strong agreement that this is a superb blade to learn on — control, feel and spin generation draw praise across stores and forums. The disagreement is about ceiling: some keep it happily as a long-term all-round blade, while others, especially developing attackers, say it is too slow and they move on to faster blades after a season or two.

Who Should Buy It

Buy it if you are a beginner or developing player who wants to master strokes, touch and spin with maximum control, or an all-round player who values feel over raw speed. It is also a friendly first self-assembled blade. It is not for a power-first attacker who wants pace from the blade itself.

FAQ

How is the Allround Evolution different from the Allround Classic?

It was designed after the 40mm ball, so it is a bit faster and stiffer than the Classic, around All+ speed, while keeping very similar control and touch.

Is it a good blade for beginners?

Yes — reviewers repeatedly call it one of the best blades to learn on, thanks to its control, feedback and spin generation.

Will I outgrow it?

Possibly. Many players keep it as an all-round blade, but ambitious or offensive players often move to a faster blade within a season or two.