Most table tennis rubbers will be between 30 and 45.
- A lower number will tend to provide more spin at lower speeds (including serves).
- A higher number will tend to provide more spin at higher speeds.
- Players who tend to play a ‘Chinese’ style (straighter elbow when looping) will find a higher number to be better.
Furthermore, what is the best table tennis rubber for spin?
Rubbers by Highest Spin
| Rubber | Spin | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Donic Bluestorm Z1 Turbo | 9.6 |
| 2. | Tibhar Grip-S Europe | 9.6 |
| 3. | Butterfly Dignics 09C | 9.6 |
| 4. | TSP Super Ventus | 9.6 |
Additionally, how long can table tennis rubber last?
Manufacturer’s estimate the ‘lifetime’ of a rubber to be 50 – 90 playing hours, but don’t panic! Most competitive players change their reverse or long pimple rubber within 12 months. Short pimples or anti spin rubbers last longer.
What rubber does Ma Long use?
Well, Ma Long uses national hurricane 3 blue sponge rubber, 40.5 to 41 DHS hardness scale, 2.15 mm thickness, used with the booster.
What is the use of table tennis racket rubber?
Due to the small contact surface with the ball, short pips rubber is not easily affected by the opponent’s spin; instead, it will knock a ball away. Therefore, the rubber is usually used for blocking, hitting, and counterattack strokes.
What is the fastest table tennis rubber?
Rubbers by Highest Speed
| Rubber | Speed | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Donic Bluestorm Z1 Turbo | 9.5 |
| 2. | Tibhar Evolution MX-P | 9.5 |
| 3. | Gewo Nexxus XT Pro 50 Hard | 9.5 |
| 4. | Killerspin Fortissimo | 9.5 |
What is tacky rubber in table tennis?
Tacky rubbers are able to place more spin on the ball but due to the tacky service are also more effected by the opponents spin as well. Defensive players often like to use these rubbers so they can get maximum spin on their backspin defense.
What is a good backhand rubber?
Spinniest backhand rubbers
Butterfly Tenergy 05. DHS Hurricane 3 National (Blue Sponge) Tibhar Grip-S. Andro Rasanter R47.
What is the most expensive rubber?
The most expensive rubber on the market is the Butterfly Tenergy 05. Just one sheet will cost more than the Stiga Pro Carbon for example.
Why are table tennis paddles so expensive?
R&D costs money. Sponsorship’s for athletes and events costs money (butterfly does this more than any other and naturally has the highest rubber prices). Overhead and salaries cost money. And players/hobbyists are more that willing to pay the high price.
How much does a professional table tennis bat cost?
Cost. In terms of cost, you’ll probably need to spend around £90-£150 for a really good advanced table tennis bat (ready-made). A custom-made table tennis bat can cost anywhere from £90 to £300+.