Customer review for Donic Zhang Jike New Era

Review by bapgobears (Verified Customer) for Donic Zhang Jike New Era on January 8, 2026

I had a friend who raved about it so I bought one. I was playing with an Apolonia with D05 on both sides. I’ve used Viscaria and TB ALC also with 09C on forehand. On this New Era blade I put J2 on forehand and FastArc C on backhand both 2.0 mm. It’s better than I had hoped. The new setup is about 182g about 5g lighter than my Apolonia. This weight is ideal for me. I have way more control and about the same power. My backspin loop on forehand is way better. I can feel the ball much better with this blade. The FastArc C is very grippy and backhand open ups and counter hitting loops is easy. Viscaria is too fast for me. Apolonia is more for power players in my opinion. Basically, I have way more control of every shot and the same put away power. I am rated 1000 in a tough Bay Area league. I win more, rally better, and am improving faster with this blade. Plus I realize I don’t need expensive butterfly rubbers. This is a fantastic blade for anyone under 1800 I would say.

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