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I think it depends what level you are talking about here. At the higher end up the ability level, short pimples that can be used in attack and defense are the most effective by some margin. The problem with defensive rubbers (long pimples and anti spin), is that *most* players can play against...

Back when I was playing Tennis, and was interested in the pro's equipment, it was *easier* to find out what they were using, but there was still a little mystery. Federer was the one people discussed the most, partly because.... well, it's Roger Federer, but partly because his "Signature"...

Hi Superbackhand (just how super is it by the way?) I don't know why you felt the need to comment at all? You can just scroll right on by if you don't like something - I believe there is also a "block" function, although I'm not entirely sure. Also, saying "no offence" and then following it...

Hey Antse7en, Are you actually getting coaching from Eli himself or another coach at eBatt? I know this goes against every fibre of the idea of this thread (which, I was a big supporter of having something like this), but if you have a top quality coach (even if it’s not Eli, I don’t think...

😂 Love that description. Shame it wasn’t abusive when I played last night. Wouldn’t have scared a baby!

Yes Gozo! It’s the only way to play 😉

I think this is a really good post for anyone reading, although I'd like to add something to it. Point one (the high level solution), is the better option on paper, but it may not be realistic for a large number of players on this forum (due to age, size etc). Point two shouldn't be overlooked...

If it’s a league, I think you’ll struggle to run it efficiently if people drop in and out. I hear what you are saying about incentivising people, but it could go the other way if people lose interest due to being too far out. Could you run “one off” events each week? How long do you have each...

I don't think you do - If you've managed to get to this stage with nothing, I really don't think you need coaching to improve (you've clearly shown that you can learn independently!) The biggest challenge is having someone chop to you consistently - Although they could just "multi ball" and...

Well, I have no reason to doubt you, so I have to say, I'm very (very impressed). For someone who hasn't had coaching, your strokes are very natural and high quality. Your FH looks sharp, I wouldn't worry about that too much. How is your BH against backspin? All of your backhands are quite...

Just to clarify..... You've never had a single coaching session or been to a club? Your entire game has come from.... playing in your garage? Go and get an hour of coaching and you'll be beating Ma Long 😉 Joking aside, if you've genuinely never had any coaching or club play..... You have the...

How many players are you likely to get signed up, and will they all want to play weekly? For example, if you had 21 people, could you run it where everyone plays 2 games per night for 10 weeks (20 total matches)?

Tall TT players unite!! 😁 Great video! Initial observation would be that you seem to have your weight on your heels at times, almost leaning backwards (it could be the angle of the video though). If that is the case, a very small balance shift would make a big difference to the speed and spin...

Nice looking forehands. Do you have a coach? If so, I'd very much ignore the online forums from a learning POV, and really listen to someone who can see you in person. The limited advice I'd give you from that video is to not use too much arm when trying to get more power. I noticed you tried...

I've not used T19 extensively I'm afraid. I think T19 would fall around the D05 mark (a little slower perhaps, but more control than T05). But it's not a rubber I've used much at all.

Really solid! BRS has made a great point already. One thing I can't quite work out from the angle, is whether you are going forward through the ball, or ever so slightly around it? Do you find the ball flys straight, or does it have a little side spin on it? It looks a little like you are...

T05 for me is the "worst" of the 3 unless you are very highly skilled. It's very receptive to spin, has a huge bouncy/trampoline effect, and is not kind to people who aren't at the top of their game. D05 is more controlled, produces a little more spin whilst not being as receptive to spin - A...

I think it would rush you with certain things, but possibly closer to a traditional forehand to forehand knock up. It will be really good to see some video from the next time you play another person - If you could record the knock up and some points, it would be super useful!

It's quite funny that all of this talk of "flat hitting" and "knocking up" isn't really used in matches! But it does base the foundation of the forehand stroke. From that one very small forehand to forehand stroke, you can then easily transition into a topspin shot, a loop, or a counter. I...

Can I just say, I love your commitment to getting better. Sure, I don’t think anything can replace practice with real people and pure experience, but you clearly have desire to do everything to improve. As you’ve taken the time to video everything, I’ve given you a video response! This is...