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Just to add to this (without directly answering the OP’s question). I play at the highest level of UK table tennis (local league) - The next step up I guess is focussing on the big tournaments, where you could argue the level is professional (players making a living from playing table tennis)...

This is a topic that has been repeated over and over. But for the sake of it, here are my thoughts. The UK has some pretty good accessibility to the sport once you can drive (I can count at least 5 different leagues within half an hour drive of my house, each league containing multiple...

I honestly think you will be able to get better advice from people around you. I'm not sure many people will be on your level on these forums, and to be honest, what they think is irrelevant as you'll likely have a completely different opinion.

Hi Master of loops, This might be a poor assumption, but if you were playing TT 6 times per week for 10 years and still playing 4-5 times per week now....... I'm not sure anyone on the internet will be as good a judge as you. What level did you play at? Personally, I'd use T05 without the...

This is scheduled for April 1st (no joke! Lol). The RRP is €149.90, which I find amazing. I fully expected it to be over 200. Either Butterfly are pricing it fairly reasonably in the hope people will spend more to get a “named premium blade”, or it’s just not as good as the other top end...

If only Butterfly made a soft version of Tenergy 05 Hard...... Oh...... They do :D

Hey Guni, I'm afraid this falls into the "if you have to ask, it's probably not the right thing to do" category. If you play at a level where boosting T05H will help your game - You certainly don't need to ask what others think (especially as it's so subjective). If your level isn't there yet...

This thread is an embarrassment for everyone involved. Do we really need to comment about how table tennis players look? Appreciate the OP likely had good intentions, and was just curious - But unless someone can specifically say what the diet of the CNT team is, it's just speculation and...

I'm personally someone who would likely play until I'm dead, so I'm half with you on this. But I don't have a "legacy" to maintain, or a life to lead outside of professional sport. It's very difficult to chose when to quit. Just look at the likes of Federer or Tom Brady (probably not many...

The best way to classify TT ratings, is to really study every statistic across multiple leagues and matches. Then realise that it's virtually impossible to actually classify someone into a global rating system, and it's a shot in the dark at best. I wish there was a global rating system, but I...

So, I thought I'd continue in this thread rather than starting a new thread. Disclaimer, my opinions are based on my experience, technique and ability - Your mileage may vary. If you want a reference, here's a video of me playing earlier in the year -...

Oh, haha. The MXS switch was purely a financial decision (33 quid per sheet vs 57 quid!) I’ve enjoyed it on the forehand, and would have no problem using it again. The backhand has been OK, but it’s a bit hard! I could have gone for EL-P which would do the job, but figured I’d treat...

Disagree?

How would you guys compare T05H to MX-S? I've just ordered it to replace my MX-S on the forehand (reverting back to T05 on the backhand). I have a feeling it'll be a tiny bit softer than MX-S, but similar properties overall.

Like others have said, MX-P would be the worst of the lot. However, I think you may find MX-S quite good. It feels closer to H3N (it is still quicker), but doesn't have as much catapult as some of the softer sponged EVO rubbers (you'll probably prefer it to EL-P). It's hard to say really -...

To weigh in with my opinion on this (as a tennis player/fan, as well as a TT player/fan). The tennis argument is very different - The depth for starters is absolutely huge, which is why McEnroe's comments are considered to be fair (there are so many good player in the top 700 of the mens game)...

I think debating personal experience is absolutely fine - Although if someone from the UK says...."I play in Division 3" - That does not mean they are the same level as someone from Division 3 in Germany. It also means absolutely nothing to most people, as they don't have a division type...

I think the problem is when you are a lower level player - You just want advice - Any advice. If someone says they are a pro player, and sounds like they know what they are talking about - Perfect. However.....I've seen so many people do this (sound like they know what they are talking about)...

Perhaps I'm more cynical...... Generally speaking, the pro players or pro coaches have an online presence, and you can see plenty of video footage. If a random TTD member claims to be a "pro player" whilst staying anonymous...... Well, I'm sorry, but I'm not going to believe them.

Why? I know plenty of people 60+ who would wipe the floor with a lot of decent players. I just see no reason to argue against it? It benefits everyone. If you don't want to post footage - Fine. No one is forcing you to. But if you want to get into debates about technique or advice etc -...