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I went to the local table tennis store and bought these rubbers. They are provincial versions, 37 and 38 degree. The owner recommended at least 39 for forehand but I hesitated and got 38 instead.
Since many brands are now trying to work on a gripper top sheet, I thought I would try the good old hurricane and see how it is like now. Also, 37 degree Hurricane was not really a thing until lately.
I have only trained for 1 session so far, so its really just a first impression. Also, I have not boosted the rubbers in any way or form. I want to see how the Neo version play.
Forehand, 38 degree, black:
- Drives are slow, controlled, and nothing too spectacular.
- Blocks are slow and controlled but you need to adjust the bat angle more actively, since the top sheet is quite sticky.
- Looping is something I need to explore a bit more. Partly because forehand is my weaker side. Coming from Faster G1, I need time to adjust my stroke. I do not know how long, but I am patient and willing to find out.
- Counter drives over and close to the table is something I find VERY EASY to do with this rubber. I attribute it to the grippy top sheet and the softer than usual sponge which translate into plenty of dwell time (one can argue that it is too long). Next time I will go for the 39 degree. 38 degree may just be too soft. I don't mind it for now, since I will have to adjust my technique and it will probably encourage me to do more with my feet/legs.
Backhand, 37 degree, red:
- Drives, again, are nothing spectacular, but are slow and controlled.
- Blocks can be performed quite well despite the sticky top sheet. Probably due to its soft sponge.
- Opening-up/ lifting backspin off the table is VERY spinny. It very rewarding to be able to lift backspin and watch the opponent struggle to keep it in check. I do have to point out that the speed is slow, and its likely that more practise will allow for a more confident stroke, and therefore quicker/faster shots.
- Recovery between different strokes feels challenging, a lot more training will be required.
Here are some photos.




Almost forgot to mention, blade is carbonado 45 weighing at 93g. I am not a fan of the white tag, so I am using it on my backhand.
I went to the local table tennis store and bought these rubbers. They are provincial versions, 37 and 38 degree. The owner recommended at least 39 for forehand but I hesitated and got 38 instead.
Since many brands are now trying to work on a gripper top sheet, I thought I would try the good old hurricane and see how it is like now. Also, 37 degree Hurricane was not really a thing until lately.
I have only trained for 1 session so far, so its really just a first impression. Also, I have not boosted the rubbers in any way or form. I want to see how the Neo version play.
Forehand, 38 degree, black:
- Drives are slow, controlled, and nothing too spectacular.
- Blocks are slow and controlled but you need to adjust the bat angle more actively, since the top sheet is quite sticky.
- Looping is something I need to explore a bit more. Partly because forehand is my weaker side. Coming from Faster G1, I need time to adjust my stroke. I do not know how long, but I am patient and willing to find out.
- Counter drives over and close to the table is something I find VERY EASY to do with this rubber. I attribute it to the grippy top sheet and the softer than usual sponge which translate into plenty of dwell time (one can argue that it is too long). Next time I will go for the 39 degree. 38 degree may just be too soft. I don't mind it for now, since I will have to adjust my technique and it will probably encourage me to do more with my feet/legs.
Backhand, 37 degree, red:
- Drives, again, are nothing spectacular, but are slow and controlled.
- Blocks can be performed quite well despite the sticky top sheet. Probably due to its soft sponge.
- Opening-up/ lifting backspin off the table is VERY spinny. It very rewarding to be able to lift backspin and watch the opponent struggle to keep it in check. I do have to point out that the speed is slow, and its likely that more practise will allow for a more confident stroke, and therefore quicker/faster shots.
- Recovery between different strokes feels challenging, a lot more training will be required.
Here are some photos.




Almost forgot to mention, blade is carbonado 45 weighing at 93g. I am not a fan of the white tag, so I am using it on my backhand.