Replacement for VJ>07 Regular

[SenseiJM]

Hello everyone,
I've been playing with Victas VJ>07 Regular for quite some time now and would like to take the next step.
This rubber has been my backhand rubber for a while and I like it for the following characteristics :

• Good Control
• Not too fast, but not too slow either
• Lightweight
• Good price (~40€)
• Good wear resistance
• Good feeling of the ball

I also have a few cons regarding this rubber :

• Gets damaged easily
• Moisture gets on the rubber and affects grip

What I'm searching for is a rubber that still gives a good compromise between speed and control, with good grip and durability, that is also lightweight, and isn't affected as much by moisture.
I know it's a lot to ask for a rubber, but any insights are welcome.
Thanks in advance to you all !

 

[tzifos]

You should try the Mantra Pro M rubber, that has 47-degree sponge instead of the 42.5 of VJ>07. Both rubbers come from the same factory and they share the same playing characteristics, so other than the harder sponge (of StigaMantraProM) that will give your game more speed, it should be very familiar to your hand. You can get it from Japan (tt-japan website) in 2.0mm so you can get used of it, and then go for the max; 2.1mm if you like it.