Xiom Vega Tour vs Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (No.1 Hand-Picked)
Where Loki’s Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (No.1 Hand-Picked) sits against one of Xiom’s most popular blades — matched by construction and manufacturer specification, with no claim that one is objectively better.
Xiom Vega Tour uses Zephylium-XCarbon for direct speed and stiffness. Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version employs inner Aramid Carbon (ALC-equivalent) with selected Ayous and Limba plies, delivering noticeably longer dwell time, superior touch over the net, and effortless looping arc for technical offensive players.
Head-to-Head Specification Comparison
Direct comparison of core material parameters, playing dynamics, and UK retail price points.
| Specification | Xiom Vega Tour | Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (No.1 Hand-Picked) |
|---|---|---|
| Category / Role | OFF+ Offensive Blade | OFF+ Offensive Blade |
| Blade Composition | 5 Wood + 2 Zephylium/XCarbon Composite | 5 Wood + 2 Inner Aramid Carbon |
| Thickness | 5.7mm | 6.0mm (±0.1mm) |
| Head Size & Weight | ~85g (head size not separately published by Xiom for this model) | 157×150mm (~88g) |
| UK Retail Price | ≈£142 (converted from $180 USD at ~0.79 exchange rate) | £384.99 inc. VAT |
| Tournament Compliance | ITTF Tournament Legal | ✔ ITTF 85% Natural Wood Rule Compliant |
Why This Pairing
Understanding the technical rationale and playstyle alignment behind this comparison.
Vega Tour is Xiom’s rare blade that’s both very fast and very controlled — genuinely premium. Liang Jingkun’s hand-picked ADC is Loki’s own top-tier answer, and the one comparison here where Loki’s premium tier costs more, not less.
Note: This is a construction/positioning comparison, not a claim that the Loki blade will feel identical or is objectively better — ply count, exact fibre type and factory tolerances all differ between brands. If you’ve played the Xiom blade and liked it, this is our best-informed starting point in the Loki range, not a guarantee.
Complete Your Setup with Recommended Loki Equipment
Pair this setup with complementary tournament rubbers and accessories.
Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (No.1 Hand-Picked)
5-ply wood + 2 ADC hand-picked blade; crisp elasticity for aggressive forehand attacks
Loki Rxton 7
Tacky offensive rubber with balanced speed and high dwell for topspin development.
Loki Rxton 3 Max
Versatile all-round tacky sheet with medium cake sponge for control and placement.
Common questions
Is the Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (No.1 Hand-Picked) as good as the Xiom Vega Tour?
Loki UK doesn’t claim the Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (No.1 Hand-Picked) is objectively better than the Xiom Vega Tour, and this page isn’t trying to declare a winner. Xiom Vega Tour uses Zephylium-XCarbon for direct speed and stiffness. Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version employs inner Aramid Carbon (ALC-equivalent) with selected Ayous and Limba plies, delivering noticeably longer dwell time, superior touch over the net, and effortless looping arc for technical offensive players.
What is the Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (No.1 Hand-Picked) made of?
The Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (No.1 Hand-Picked) is an OFF+ Offensive Blade, built as 5 Wood + 2 Inner Aramid Carbon. That’s Loki’s own manufacturer specification for the Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (No.1 Hand-Picked) specifically, from Loki’s 2026 catalogue — see the table above for thickness and weight.
Is the Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (No.1 Hand-Picked) legal for ITTF and Table Tennis England tournaments?
Yes. The Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (No.1 Hand-Picked) is ITTF 85% Natural Wood Rule Compliant, so it’s legal for British League, county championships and sanctioned local league play, the same as the Xiom Vega Tour.
How much does the Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (No.1 Hand-Picked) cost compared to the Xiom Vega Tour?
The Xiom Vega Tour is priced at ≈£142 (converted from $180 USD at ~0.79 exchange rate). The Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (No.1 Hand-Picked) costs £384.99 inc. VAT — check the live price above, since it updates automatically as stock and pricing change, unlike a figure typed into a page.
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Editorial & Compliance Disclosure: Category, construction, thickness, head size and tournament-legality facts for the competitor blade are drawn from its own manufacturer product listing. Loki figures are manufacturer specification from Loki’s 2026 catalogue. This page does not use or cite any third-party community rating site. UK competitor pricing is sourced from the relevant official UK distributor, dated on this page. Loki UK has no business relationship or endorsement from competitor manufacturers. All competitor trademarks belong to their respective owners.