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I know nothing at all about the Skyline series; why does it need a hard blade?

Very nice! Is the handle also hollowed out like the No.1 Senso? If so, could you post a pic or two please? It would be nice to see that.

TT11 did a very helpful review of H3 alternatives recently. You can see it here:

Sounds like you know what you want! The Ligna OFF would be the most obvious blade upgrade if you can get one in the low-80s (which you should be able to do), and that with a pair of T19s would be a very nice setup.

Welcome to TTD! I don't know the Acuda Blue P2 rubber personally, so I can't advise you on an upgrade, but I'm sure you'll get some helpful input from others soon. In terms of blades: the Ligna ALL is a quality blade and it sounds like you like it. Personally, I'd be slow to move away from a...

See Yogi's review here: https://www.tabletennisdaily.com/forum/showthread.php?25451-Stiga-DNA-Platinum-Rubbers&p=347241&viewfull=1#post347241

How do the V Euro and VII Euro compare to each other? I know the V is 45-degrees and the VII is 42.5-degrees, but in terms of playing characteristics how would you compare them?

I've been experimenting with the V>15 Extra recently as well and, so far, I really like it. Have you considered the V>15 Stiff as a possible BH rubber? I haven't played with it so can't comment, but I think it's the 45-degree version of the V>15 Extra (47.5-degrees) so I guess the topsheets...

I'd say the Rhyzer Pro 45 feels fairly firm for a 45-degree rubber, and it's not bouncy (at least, not in my opinion) so it's pretty good in the short/touch game. That said, it's definitely an offensive (not 'allround') rubber, and it has plenty speed when you switch on the power. You probably...

Would you consider something softer? Say 45-degrees? If so then a couple of good (and affordable) options that meet your criteria (ie. linear but still reasonably powerful) are Joola Rhyzer Pro 45 and Xiom Omega V Euro. There's also a review of the Neottec X5-S somewhere on this forum. I...

I also like clean edges and a 'neat' looking bat. Good job!

I'm also a big fan of the G-1. Just an excellent rubber in every respect! In case you haven't seen it yet, here's a link to a recent video by TT11 comparing four Euro/Jap rubbers:

Hi Yogi, I haven't played with a quad pure carbon blade, but I imagine it might feel like playing with a frying pan! The Vodak King has a surprisingly soft feeling. The synthetic layers are APC, not ALC. I'm no expert on these materials but you can read Vodak's explanation of APC here...

Andro Gauzy SL OFF

Well, as someone playing after a major shoulder injury I can tell you without a doubt that Chinese-style rubbers take a toll on my shoulder in a way that Euro/Jap rubbers don't. If I practise for an hour or so with a Chinese-style rubber I know all about it later that evening and the next day...

I've found Revolution No.3 the best so far - easy to apply and easy to remove (with no damage to blade or sponge). I usually apply one layer to the blade and two layers to the sponge and that works consistently well for me.

That sounds sensible to me - good call! The blades you mentioned (ie. TSPW and Xiom Offensive S) are both very good options. Both are good value for money and well-proven blades. To those options I would only add the Tibhar Lebesson which has a slightly different feel as it has mahogany...

Dan and Tom reviewed the Genesis rubbers several years ago - here's the video. I used the Genesis M and my memory is that it feels harder than the typical 47-degree rubber, it has a grippy and slightly tacky surface, generates excellent spin and offers outstanding control. It's slower than...

Vodak 4 APC King!! I confess I know exactly nothing at all about pips play! Nevertheless, if you're looking for a limba-outer blade that offers both a soft touch for loops and serious stiffness for direct hitting, then I can't think of a better one than this...

👍 Cool photos Yogi!