3 Reviews for XIOM Feel ZX 1

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External Review for XIOM Feel ZX 1 on July 19, 2026

I'm honestly surprised no one has reviewed this blade to this point. This is a gem among the close-to-the-table gameplay. I've used several rubbers on this blade, and it naturally does better with elastic and/or spin oriented rubbers. I would highly recommend a high degree sponge for the forehand so that distance play is still a threat, as that is where the natural weakness of this blade lies. It uses softer inner woods with softer carbon layers, but has a hard outer wood. The thickness is about 5.5mm (thinner than most offensive blades) so the blade has good flex despite it's initial hard feel. Contact sensation is very good, although I have come across better (I've used about 60 different blades). But it easily makes my top ten list for good feel and feedback. This is my primary blade since it fits my playstyle best. I currently use Nittaku C-1 on the backhand and Gewo Nexxus Pro 53 SS on the Forehand (which I twiddle from time to time). However, I believe hard modern hybrid rubbers would work best for the forehand of this blade, but I prefer precise speed. Everyone I know who has tried this blade and set-up has been extremely impressed by it.

If you enjoy a close gameplay style that allows a wide variety of options, then this blade will not disappoint.

A natural progression to this blade:
The Nittaku Flyatt Carbon - The Nittaku Flyatt Carbon Pro - Xiom Feel ZXi.

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Review by thurston for XIOM Feel ZX 1 on October 25, 2025

Excellent Offensive blade for the short to mid game. It provides reliable feedback and more spin potential compared with other Offensive blades. It is thinner than the conventional 6mm (5.8). The handle is thinner for a more angled hold for more wrist action. So be sure you are comfortable having a thinner handle for this style. This blade pairs well with very powerful rubber on the forehand. The backhand is more up to your preference, as it seems to pair well with most backhand rubber preferences. This is not a powerful blade, but it has good controlable speed at a high level.

Speed: 94
Power: 85
Spin potential: 99
Control: 95
Feel/feedback: 93
Touch/short: 96

This is a high-level blade that I would recommend to a spin oriented player who prefers playing closer rather than distance. It is great for looping and chopping, but has a great range of tactical play.

I use FH: Gewo 53 EL Superselect
BH: Xiom Vega Japan.

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Review by beacon for XIOM Feel ZX 1 on May 3, 2024

Pros: Feedback, control, speed, Flex, Price, sweet spot size
Cons: Lack of power, Emblem will fade in an unusual way,

I have used many blades (over 50) and this one has among the best feedbacks from the ones I have reviewed. It is offensive, despite the thinner plies. However, it is offensive for the short game. It has okay power, but that is not where it shines. Shot placement is easier with this blade if you have good technique. However, I would say it is a good adaptable blade for many different level players (pending on what rubbers are placed on it). Although, I wouldn't recommend it as a first blade. It has decent flex, so shots like backspins and flicks are easier to handle.

I would recommend this to someone who likes to play spin aggressive up closer to the table with rubbers that fit that category as well (such as any Nittack Fastarc, Victas V, Xiom Omega/Vega or Yasaka Rakza), and who is particular about good feedback.

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