Hi everyone. I've been a Hardbat player, since swapping from tennis about 2.5 years ago. I play with a custom Valor blade with Dr Evil on both sides. I attack everything that comes to my forehand, and usually chop or block my backhand to set up my forehand. I'll attack on my backhand only if it's easy. I play in a local league in my area, and last season I didn't lose a singles match, after slowly improving over the 2.5 years. But I had the opportunity to play a VERY good player two weeks ago. An ex Australian representative. He beat me, obviously. He was talking to me after the match, and said he thought I probably wouldn't improve more with my Hardbat. He suggested I put inverted with sponge on at least my forehand, and maybe medium or long pips on my backhand. But I have no idea what to get. I want to continue to be very aggressive on my forehand, but defensive on my backhand. What is a good forehand rubber for me? What sponge thickness? What would be a good blade? What should I put on my backhand so I can chop with backspin all day? Thanks to any who can offer advice.