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Thanks for the input @NextLevel. You're right the shot also works as a counter against slow spinny topspin shots that my coach feeds me.
I've been trying to figure out why I've developed this shot since it wasn't taught to me and I've never watched any videos showing the technique. My theory at the moment is that it was initially an adjustment to timing a BH loop too early. When my coach was feeding me slow balls, I started the loop too early and I'd instinctively adjust to the mistiming by keeping my hips loaded and then meeting the ball with a more forward stroke in a more sudden and explosive movement than a normal BH loop.
The result is more power concentrated on the ball in a shorter period of time. The topsheet of the Rxton 3 is pretty tough and it's a hard sponge, so the result is a more 'clicky' catapult as the ball is absorbed and released from the rubber quicker, though it manages to still generate some spin for a safe enough arc.
When I watch back tape of my BH pratice, I notice these shots come out more against slower blocks. They feel very natural and I can now pull them out at will despite me not being able to describe exactly what I'm doing. It's comforting to know that, despite them starting out as a technical mistake while trying a different technique, that it can be a good weapon in its own right. I also like that there's not much difference in the initial wind up between these shots and a regular BH loop, which is good for consistency and deception.
