Xiom J&H X50 - backhand wonder

[Ravil]

Hi,

I was looking for a punchy backhand rubber and J&H X50 has been a perfect find.
I wanted the 47.5 version but India had only 50 type available then.
It is consistent in blocking with good control. Pushes are accurate and backhand open-ups on top spin are also very safe.
Where it absolutely excels is when you want to kill a topspin with a punch/jab and when it is a topspin duel.
I’m a backhand dominant player so I think it suits me.
I’m using a Xiom Ignito blade.
Xiom J&H series can be confusing and that is why the X version hasn’t quite caught on.
Good option for backhand blockers.

 

[kevin.c]

Hi,

I was looking for a punchy backhand rubber and J&H X50 has been a perfect find.
I wanted the 47.5 version but India had only 50 type available then.
It is consistent in blocking with good control. Pushes are accurate and backhand open-ups on top spin are also very safe.
Where it absolutely excels is when you want to kill a topspin with a punch/jab and when it is a topspin duel.
I’m a backhand dominant player so I think it suits me.
I’m using a Xiom Ignito blade.
Xiom J&H series can be confusing and that is why the X version hasn’t quite caught on.
Good option for backhand blockers.

what's the weight of rubber like?

 

[Ravil]

Must be around 70 gms uncut

 

[ander999]

I think the X50 is one of the best backhand rubbers, and like you mentioned it is unfortunate it doesn't get the attention it deserves.

 

[FrenchFrog33]

How controllable is the X50?
Is the V version more controllable than the X version?

 

[Ravil]

How controllable is the X50?
Is the V version more controllable than the X version?

Haven’t tried the V version.

 

[ander999]

V and X are different, but both have great control. Maybe the V has more. The V has a "dragging" sensation, hence not as much catapult whereas the X has that catapult making it better for strong topspins. The V is very consistent and great for looping.

 

[Zeen]

I think V is best for controlled punch, block, flat hit type of game.
First topspin is okay, but second lacks power and spin.
Not sure about X.

 

[Migzkulit]

I think V is best for controlled punch, block, flat hit type of game.
First topspin is okay, but second lacks power and spin.
Not sure about X.

I'Ve tried too many rubbers that were like that. V has the same problem, the topsheet is harder or muddier than the sponge and it doesn't let you generate more power. I tried V47.5 but maybe the V52.5 is different.

 

[kevin.c]

Anyone has tried the J&H X or V to be able provide a review and comparison vs Xiom Omega VII Pro? I'm interested to find out especially for BH rubber.

 

[Nikao]

Hi,

I was looking for a punchy backhand rubber and J&H X50 has been a perfect find.
I wanted the 47.5 version but India had only 50 type available then.
It is consistent in blocking with good control. Pushes are accurate and backhand open-ups on top spin are also very safe.
Where it absolutely excels is when you want to kill a topspin with a punch/jab and when it is a topspin duel.
I’m a backhand dominant player so I think it suits me.
I’m using a Xiom Ignito blade.
Xiom J&H series can be confusing and that is why the X version hasn’t quite caught on.
Good option for backhand blockers.

is the rubber hybrid? does it need a protector?
i'm looking for a replacement for my backhand rubber. in november i'll have had the same rubber for 2 years.

 

[Migzkulit]

Anyone has tried the J&H X or V to be able provide a review and comparison vs Xiom Omega VII Pro? I'm interested to find out especially for BH rubber.

V47.5 and X47.5 feel harder than Omega 7 Pro. Kinda like Rasanter R48 where they feel 45 degrees. I don't recommend the V series at all. But the X47.5 and O7Pro are great on backhand. Just mind the weight as they both are heavy.

 

[rosser]

V47.5 и X47.5 кажутся тверже, чем Omega 7 Pro. Примерно как Rasanter R48, где они ощущаются 45 градусов. Я вообще не рекомендую серию V. Но X47.5 и O7Pro отлично подходят для бэкхенда. Просто обратите внимание на вес, так как они оба тяжелые.

I the contrary, I recommend the series V .

 

[joesan-tt]

How is this for opening up deep chops on the BH?