Cornilleau is popular but it's the end of rubber and blade from Cornilleau. They stop the competition market.
Most brands are owned by boutiques.
Donic: Sport Schreiner
Andro: Schoeler Micke
Gewo: Contra
Banco: Wack Sport
etc...
So that's why Banco is popular.
Tibhar was the sponsor of the french team during long time. When the brands arrived in France, it was Tibhar who knew how to impose himself. You are talking about the Tibhar IV-L but there is even more popular: Tibhar Vari Spin. This rubber would have already disappeared without the French...
In France :
1. Tibhar (for sure)
2. Donic
3. Butterfly
4. Andro
5. Joola
6. Banco
Etc...
For the first 4 places it's pretty clear, for the following ones it's more complicated and it can vary. But at least you have an overall idea of the market.
Be careful, popularity does not mean sale...
Lebrun's brother did not renew their contract with Butterfly at the end of this one. Tibhar is now their sponsor and the blade you see in this match is the final version of the prototype shown at the 2023 French championship. Outer Carbone for Alexis and Inner Carbone for Félix.
Tibhar SK...
Arround 85g, the weight is slightly in the head (the paddle size is slightly larger than normal). Very very flexible, with a lot of vibration and a very pleasant handle. We do not feel the carbon in terms of sensation, on the other hand we feel that it brings a small speed bonus. A real...
Some brands do a sanding like this (Victas for example). It's very comfortable and I appreciate this attention to detail. Usually I have to sand several times before being comfortable, but on this Joola the grip was done instantly (thanks to the handle and the sanding).
They were careful to...
Hi everyone,
Today, I am interested in Nittaku Ma Long Seven blade. It is a 7-ply blade, produced in collaboration with DHS, in tribute to this legendary player. Very few returns are visible on this blade and yet it is found at the top of the most popular blades on a well-known reseller...
Hi everyone !
Some may have seen it, Joola has just announced the release of 4 new blades. It's a series with a more accessible price than the Dynaryz series, with an interesting design and composition. Vitor Ishiy and Deni Kozul (professional players) are already using them. The 4 blades...
Hi ! After the survey on all-wood blades, it's time to talk about inner carbon blades.
Here is the list of the best known and most interesting models in this category. I invite you to share with us your preferences and if possible the reasons for your choice. Of course, you can suggest other...