I was using Tibhar hybrid MK 2.0 on my BH, I like the control, slightly sticky and easy to open of the rubber, but for my the price does not judge, durability is poor. I am looking for a replacement. Do you think NUZN 48 is a good replacement? Does N48 feel softer than the rated hardness like MK? Or I should look for N45 instead ? my priority is BH to BH drive ball placement accuracy, and decent easiness of opening loop. My opponents do not generate very heavy backspin in general so opening loop is not very demanding.
Good question, I get it asked a lot (which actually means I should probably make a guide on it haha) but in essence, both rubbers are similar in a way yes, the main differences are:
- The MK as you say is based on control and easiness of use because it is more linear and has less high end gear explosion, but it has the durability issue indeed
- The NUZN 48 is harder to use and more demanding, not too much, but yes a bit more, it has less linearity and more explosion, you will feel less safe but will get better shots, that's more or less the thing here.
I'd say if you want safety the 45 may fit you better, but then it may be too soft, although I have to say that MK hybrid also feels pretty soft, softer than what they say imo. 45 is also very easy to open up loops and control, it has a bit higher throw than 48 and a bit shorter flight
I have the feeling also that Andro introduced the HY-Q as an easier to use NZUN 48, and probably and answer to the MK
Haven't tried it yet but from the recent TTD's video (
https://www.tabletennisdaily.com/fo...hybrid-rubbers-andro-hy-q-42-48-review.40048/) I get that feeling!
@Dan can further comment on this if he has time
