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To my own view, modern textile materials is the utter luxury free of any imperfection.
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Here is the complete translation of the response into English:
Table tennis rubbers without sponge (OX) on a textile (fabric) backing are a specific category of equipment primarily designed for classical defense or close-to-the-table blocking. The textile layer adds extra durability and makes the rubber feel slightly thicker and "crisper" upon impact compared to pure rubber sheets.
Below is a list of specific models that are produced (or have been produced) with a fabric backing:
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Here is the complete translation of the response into English:
Table tennis rubbers without sponge (OX) on a textile (fabric) backing are a specific category of equipment primarily designed for classical defense or close-to-the-table blocking. The textile layer adds extra durability and makes the rubber feel slightly thicker and "crisper" upon impact compared to pure rubber sheets.
Below is a list of specific models that are produced (or have been produced) with a fabric backing:
Short Pips
- Butterfly Orthodox – A classic "old-school" rubber that has been produced with a textile backing for decades. It is frequently used by players who prefer the Hardbat style.
- Andro Classic – A modern equivalent of classic rubbers with a textile layer, designed for traditional play styles without sponge.
- Dr. Neubauer Terminator – Short pips specifically developed for a disruptive blocking game. The textile backing here serves to increase control and longevity.
- Yasaka A-1-2 – Another model geared toward the classical style of play using short pips on fabric.
- Valor Premiere – A rare model specifically created for Hardbat competitions, featuring a mandatory textile base.
Long Pips
In this category, textile backings are less common because many modern long pips are designed to be as elastic as possible. However, some models feature reinforcement:- DHS Cloud & Fog 3 (OX) – The version without sponge is often supplied with a thin fabric layer to make gluing easier and to provide spike stability.
- Giant Dragon Meteorite (OX) – In some batches, the OX version features a textile mesh on the back.
- Dr. Neubauer Desperado Reloaded – While the main version is pure rubber, the series is designed with the stiffness often sought by fans of "fabric-backed" rubbers.
- Ease of Gluing: Pure rubber sheets (OX) without fabric are very difficult to glue onto the blade evenly; they tend to stretch and bubble. The fabric stabilizes the sheet.
- Durability: Pips on fabric are less likely to tear out at the base because the root of the pip is anchored in the weave of the threads.
- Playing Characteristics: The fabric makes the rubber less sensitive to the opponent's spin and adds a more direct, linear trajectory to the ball's flight.