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  1. Xiom Omega 8?

    My O8C was uncut 74g
  2. Xiom Omega 8?

    I have a different opinion using O8C on backhand, I feel like all the feeling is gone. Because of the hard rubber, unless it's a strong attack/block, doing any type of slow drives or touches gives almost no feeling, and it's hard to predict how the ball will bounce (exaggerated by the tackiness...
  3. How many layers of glue do you use?

    I use Revolution 3, which is quite thin, so 2 + 2 layers. If it's too thin, then it is very hard to take it off in one piece from the rubber. It works well, feels very good when fresh, but it does seem to "wear out" after 1-2 months and needs reglueing, otherwise it starts feeling mushy.
  4. Xiom Omega 8?

    I don't understand from Xiom's marketing what is the difference between Omega 8 China and Omega 8 Hybrid. They are both hybrrid/tensor rubbers with tacky topsheet? I tried Omega 8 China and it feels better than C55, it's a bit faster with slower hits, so it's easier to play, but still very...
  5. What hybrid are you using nowadays?

    Start using yesterday, Omega 8 China and Victas V>15 Sticky, and I love them both. They are very similar, only Omega 8 China has a higher throw and is faster in the slow movements, V>15 is more linear, the faster you hit, the faster it goes.
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