Racchetta Gewo / Fun Starter

The GEWO Fun Starter is an affordable, durable table tennis bat created by GEWO Germany specifically for school sports, children learning the basics, and casual outdoor or home recreation. Featuring resilient all-wood construction and smooth, easy-to-clean rubbers, the Fun Starter offers high forgiveness and a very friendly learning curve for absolute beginners.

Key Playing Characteristics

• High Forgiveness: Gentle ball response eliminates wild out-of-bounds rebounds, keeping beginners engaged in prolonged rallies.
• Durable All-Wood Core: Sturdy plywood construction stands up to school club use and table bumps.
• Ergonomic Youth-Friendly Handle: Smooth flared handle provides a comfortable, secure grip for both younger players and adults.
• Low-Maintenance Surface: Long-lasting rubber topsheets resist dust and wear during regular recreational sessions.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Level / Category	Entry Level / Schools & Hobby
Blade Construction	5-ply Resilient Plywood
Rubbers	GEWO Starter Inverted (1 Black + 1 Red)
Sponge Thickness	approx. 1.5 mm
Speed (0–100)	55
Spin (0–100)	60
Control (0–100)	98
Handle Profile	FL (Flared Concave)
Total Weight	approx. 165 g ± 10 g
ITTF Approval	Recreational Standards

Target Player & Recommended Accessories

• Target Audience: Kids, school physical education classes, summer camps, and casual backyard/garage tables.
• Balls: Pair with unbreakable training balls like GEWO Training Balls 40+.
• Storage: Store cleanly in a simple Bat Bag.

Read beginner tips in our Table Tennis Equipment Guide.