foam

Sorry for the newbie question..but do custom blade/rubber combo's do away with the foam between the rubber and the paddle (like I see on my off the rack paddle)? Is there less cushion or what is lost or gained without this foam?

Bought on aliexpress edge tape (because it was too cheap not to try) which is made not from a fabric but from a foam. It is very thick and looks funky. But seems to be very protective. Good for those who like banging their racket on the table :)

Has anyone used a yasaka cushion guard tape or Dr Neubauer's foam edge tape before? Which would provide better protection against dents? Thanks,

You can buy these things at Home Depot or on Amazon. They are awesome. They are cheap. About $10 for a case of 48. You don't get glue on your fingers and the handle on the brush gives you a lot of control, more than you ever get with the clips. Also the shape of the sponge gives a really...

Can anyone recommend a decent protective tape that comes in 12mm (so that it covers the blade and the rubber edges). I play mostly in cramped conditions (office lunch room!) and I'm forever hitting my bat on the table, walls etc because there's hardly room to swing a cat, nevermind a TT bat! I...