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Hello, given the same two rubbers, one softer and the other one harder - which one would have higher and shorter arc/trajectory?
Tenergy 05 (harder) vs 05-FX (softer):
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When I used the T05, it had too much arc for me and it can easily get countered when playing against a better player. I never used the T05fx, but I switched to T80 and it was much better. The trajectory is lower, it is faster, and very nice feel on my BH during blocks and open-ups.
But then again, after close open-ups, how do you want to hit the ball? More spins? Drive? And how much do you swing when you are planning for the 3rd, 5th attack? I think these are also questions you need in regards to picking the right set-up for you.
interesting. Thank you Sky Sowers for your contribution. This sort of feedback is invaluable to those who have not used these rubbers.
Its not the sponge hardness alone that determines arc. DHD H3 has a hard sponge but it is lower than Tenergy 05. Rather than categorizing it with sponge hardness or any other characteristics, just base it on the rubber itself. There are so many factors affecting the arc like topsheet grip, pip structure so it is hard to generalize.
Its not the sponge hardness alone that determines arc. DHD H3 has a hard sponge but it is lower than Tenergy 05. Rather than categorizing it with sponge hardness or any other characteristics, just base it on the rubber itself. There are so many factors affecting the arc like topsheet grip, pip structure so it is hard to generalize.
T05 is a great backhand rubber for pros and other players with very well-developed backhand technique. T05-fx is more forgiving, which is essential if you haven’t perfected technique. I’ve used them both, and IMO T05 can actually hinder progress unless you have a good coach and lots of time to train. Though I have used them and they are good, I don’t see any reason to spend that much on a sheet of rubber. I would recommend something from the Xiom Vega line, like Vega Euro backhand and Vega Pro forehand. Both of those will cost less than one sheet of Tenergy, and they are very good rubbers. Or the Stiga DNA pro M forehand amd pro S backhand. Either of those will be fine setups. I’m sort of an equipment junkie.I am particularly looking for a backhand rubber that has ideal characteristics for the flip, (banana, chiquita), together with good control while being good for loop, loop drives. From the details in the Butterfly video kindly published by Dr Evil it would suggest that T05 would be the better rubber for backhand flicks with its characteristic 'curve' giving a quick up and down; allowing the ball to be lifted over the net more easily while coming down onto the table over the net without going too long.
Could those with a better knowledge of this please contribute to:
1. Confirm if my thoughts are correct.
2. If so does that make T05 and ideal backhand rubber. Emratthich suggests it as THE top rubber for backhand.
3. This being the case, what would be a ideal contrasting forehand rubber: T05 hard?
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The above conclusion of T05/T05 hard does not sound ideal for an intermediate player, even for a style relying on loops and loop drives on both wings. Could you possibly suggest what would be a better set of rubbers that would require a slightly lower skill level to use effectively for my purposes.