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Butterfly (2) 
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Butterfly Tenergy 80
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Review of Butterfly Tenergy 80Blade: Butterfly ViscariaFH : Hurricane 3 Neo 41 degree 2.2mm BH: Tenergy 80 2.1mm So I’ve been using the Tenergy 80 for a few months now, which was a transition from the Tenergy 05. Tenergy 80 is faster than the 05, this is noticeable close to the table and at mid distance . The ball shoots off the blade quicker, and the trajectory is more linear. The spin is a little less than the 05 , which is especially noticeable for slower loops close to the table . Away from the table, the difference is less noticeable. This rubber is excellent on the backhand , especially for backhand flicks & topspins. Because of the straighter trajectory, over the table the BH shots have an almost punching-like effect that makes it difficult to be returned. When the rubber is fully engaged, it gives a responsive clicky sound which I liked . One contention I had with the Tenergy 05 was that lifting backspin was difficult especially close to the net because of the high throw angle, which meant you had to keep the angle closed. The result is a small margin for error where you have to both lift the backspin by brushing up , but keep the angle closed. With the Tenergy 80 , it is easier to lift backspin imo with the lower throw angle and it feels less responsive to spin in general . The transition from 05 to 80 felt very natural , it’s like the 05 but easier to use, less sensitive to spin, with a little more speed and a little less spin on slow brushing strokes. It doesn’t have the signature catapult effect of the 05, so the sudden-ness is lost. Instead it has a more balanced speed throughout. Overall very satisfied with Tenergy 80 for the BH . Only contention is I wish it had a tad more spin . Might try the Dignics 05 in the future, but currently very satisfied! If you have any questions, feel free to ask . Cheers! Speed: MX-P > Tenergy 80 > Tenergy 05 > H3 Provincial > H3 Neo = H8 Hard Spin: H8 Hard > H3 Provincial > H3 Neo > Tenergy 05 > Tenergy 80 > MX-P Dec 17, 2019 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Butterfly Tenergy 05
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Review of Butterfly Tenergy 05Blade: Andro CSV OFF+FH: Hurricane 3 Neo 39 Degree 2.15mm BH: Tenergy 05 2.1mm I've been using this rubber for 3 years now. It is the most durable rubber I've used so far (will try Dignics 05 in the future). Although not as prominent as initially, it still retains it's catapult effect that makes this rubber so scary. I used this rubber primarily on BH, and if you are an aggressive BH attacker, this is the best rubber you could ask for. The catapult effect and the suddenness of the ball often catches your opponent off guard which lets you either take the rally initiative or win the point outright. Because of it's bounciness, i'd say it is the easiest and most effective tensor rubber for looping mid distance. At close to the table, the margin for error is a lot smaller. This rubber has great spin capabilities. Although not on the same league as Chinese rubbers, for tensors, Tenergy 05 is the best I've encountered so far. Especially on slow openings/brushing strokes, you really feel the ball sink and propel with loads of topspin. One contention I had however was trying to lift backspin close to the table. Due to the high throw angle, you'd have to close the blade angle, which would sometimes cause the ball to go into the net from the backspin. So it's a balance between brushing upwards to counteract the backspin while closing the blade angle. However, when it was achieved, it made for a difficult return for the opponent. In terms of control, because of the strong catapult effect, the Tenergy 05 has a tendency to pop the ball up high on serve returns or backhand blocks if you are not careful. I'd also rate it as more sensitive to spin than other Tenergy lines like the Tenergy 80. Still, overall still an excellent rubber, and an extraodinarily deadly BH weapon if used correctly. Would definitely recommend. Speed: MX-P > Tenergy 80 > Tenergy 05 > H3 Provincial > H3 Neo=H8 Hard Spin: H8 Hard > H3 Provincial > H3 Neo > Tenergy 05 > Tenergy 80 > MX-P Dec 17, 2019 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
DHS (5)
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DHS Hurricane 8 Hard
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Review of DHS Hurricane 8 HardBlade: Yasaka Dynamix 17FH: Hurricane 8 Hard 2.2mm BH: Tibhar Evolution MX-P 2.1-2.2mm Before you buy this, be warned. Unless you are used to playing with Chinese rubbers, this rubber will feel dead or too hard for you. However if you are used to playing with harder chinese rubbers(ie. straight arm, brushing the ball), then this rubber should suit you alot more. Having been playing with the H3 Neo and the H3 Provincial, I can say that it is spinnier than the NEO and Provincial but only for a while. Speed is around the same as the commercial H3 Neo, couldn't feel a noticeable speed increase. It is the only rubber I've used in testing, that was able to hold the ball upside down for more than a few seconds, a testament to its extreme tackiness. H8 is definitely the TACKIEST, HEAVIEST, as well as the HARDEST rubber I've used thus far. Full body engagement needed to access the spin and speed of this rubber. However, a big problem, and I mean a BIG ONE, is the durability. The first few sessions, the spin on this rubber was incredible, probably the best I've used, but this drastically declined within a month. Unlike the H3 NEO which I've been using for almost a year now, it still has the punch/catapult effect after months of use. A big deal breaker, if you are like me and don't want to spend money to buy new rubbers after little over a month. IMO stick with the H3 NEO, unless you are willing to change rubbers frequently. Jan 05, 2020 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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DHS NEO Hurricane 3
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Review of DHS NEO Hurricane 3Blade: Andro CSV OFF+FH: Hurricane 3 Neo 39 Degree 2.15mm BH: Tenergy 05 2.1mm The best value out of any rubber you could buy. I've used several rubbers for FH (H3 Provincial, H8 Hard, Genesis M...) This one has by far the longest durability out of all of them. After a year of play, it still has the catapult effect you can achieve by brushing the ball with proper technique. Definitely will buy this again. Spin wise it is what you expect from a chinese rubber. Speed is good, but not MX-P or Tenergy fast. If I had to rank, Speed: MX-P> Tenergy 05> H3 Provincial> H8=H3 NEO Spin: H8 hard > H3 Provincial > H3 NEO > Tenergy 05 > MX-P Jan 05, 2020 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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DHS NEO Skyline 2 TG2
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Review of DHS NEO Skyline 2 TG2Blade: Butterfly ViscariaFH: Hurricane 3 Provincial 39 Degree 2.2mm BH: Skyline 2 Neo 39 Degree 2.15mm Let me start off by saying that I was not impressed whatsoever. This is the worst rubber I've tried so far. For BH: One of the biggest misleading things others do not mention is the extremely low throw angle . This is NOT a backhand rubber by any means . I disagree entirely with other reviews that may say this is suited for BH . Due to the extremely low throw , you have to open up your bat a lot to compensate for the ball not hitting the net every time . Because of this, paired with the fact this is a medium hard rubber, unless you can consistently make very thin contact on backhand to brush the ball upwards , you will either end up hitting the net or it going over the table . For me, even fully engaged on the backhand stroke , with wrist motion, sometimes the ball would still clip the net due to the throw. For FH: After some upsetting BH assessments, I switched sides and tried the rubber on the forehand. Comparing to the Hurricane 3 it feels slightly softer, as the ball seems to soak into the sponge more . However I would say there is considerably less power as well as spin than the H3 . Perhaps I got a bad sheet, but I feel the H3 can do everything and more compared to this skyline , and you are wasting your money even considering this rubber . The redeeming quality of this rubber is that the control is quite decent , but considering the heavy cons, I would not recommend this rubber at all unfortunately . Dec 17, 2019 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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DHS Hurricane 3 (Provincial)
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Review of DHS Hurricane 3 (Provincial)Blade: Butterfly ViscariaFH: Hurricane 3 Provincial 39 Degree 2.2mm BH: Skyline 2 Neo 39 Degree 2.15mm I picked this sheet up from Megaspin and used it for around a year on this setup . This is by far the best forehand rubber I have used so far . It plays similar to the commercial Neo version of Hurricane but is better in terms of speed and spin . The most noticeable difference is the AMAZING catapult effect you get when you brush the ball. If you notice with Chinese rubbers, if a solid contact is achieved , you will see the rubber hit the opponents side of the table and then immediately speed up , making it hard for the opponent to react . This is certainly evident with this rubber . Against chops and backspin, this rubber does superbly. I would say this rubber EXCELS actually from a mid distance , since the catapult effect coupled with the spin make the rubber harder to keep on the table close distance . The only downside of the rubber is its durability. For the first 10 or so sessions , this rubber performed amazing , but dropped considerably after that . I have another setup with just the H3Neo commercial that I've been using for even longer than this and it still retains its spin and speed . This rubber after 20 sessions is dead though, average spin and speed. If you run your finger across the top sheet, it slides across now , compared to holding your finger in place due to the tack. Overall, definitely still my favourite rubber for FH, but due to the durability issues, I decided it more feasible to use a boosted H3 Neo commercial . If not for the durability , I would rate this 9 like the Commercial H3 Neo . Still a game changing rubber ! Recommend ! Speed: MX-P> Tenergy 05>Hurricane 3 Provincial> H3=H8 Spin: H8 Hard > H3 Provincial > H3 Neo > ten 05> MX-P Jan 05, 2020 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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DHS Tin Arc 5
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Review of DHS Tin Arc 5Blade: DHS PG-7FH: Genesis M BH: Tin Arc 5 Do not be misled by the ratings on other reviews, this is by no means a speed or spin monster. It has average speed and above average spin. The control on this rubber is incredible however, perhaps due to the soft sponge. Another misleading rating is the sponge hardness, Tin Arc 5 is NOT a hard rubber. This is a very soft porous sponge, not characteristic of Chinese rubbers, it has a pale white sponge, compared to traditional orange DHS rubbers; I'd say sponge hardness is about 35-36 degrees. This rubber I felt was very suited for backhand, the soft sponge, paired with the softer top layer of the PG-7 meant returns were sufficiently absorbed, keeping control at a high. However, this rubber is a little too slow for my liking on the backhand, especially for opening up against backspin. Because it is quite soft, and not a tensor rubber like Tenergy, the service return is quite spinny, but lacks the speed factor to take the initiative in the rally. Overall, a decent beginner rubber for the backhand(best suited), average spin and speed, but excellent control. May 18, 2018 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Stiga (1)
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Stiga Genesis M
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Review of Stiga Genesis MBlade: DHS PG-7FH: Genesis M BH: Tin Arc 5 I purchased this rubber from Paddle Palace as part of their Combo Specials. The Genesis was advertised as a fusion between Chinese and European rubbers, so I was interested in the claim. I decided to experiment with this setup, as I usually tend to go Chinese FH and Euro BH, but I tried the opposite to see if their claim was true. Results: This rubber definitely feels like more of a Euro rubber, it doesn't have the tackiness I expected, but there was some tacky qualities to it. The disappointment, was that it did not suit my playstyle. With longer, full arm strokes, this rubber did poorly, and did not seem to produce the spin and speed I needed. However, when I switched to a more traditional Euro style with a bent elbow, the rubber seemed better suited. Overall, above average spin and speed, but nothing spin wise to compare with Chinese rubbers, and speed wise to compare with Tenergy. I felt it lacked the final push in speed to give the opponent that danger feeling to take the rally initiative. Just a solid beginner to intermediate rubber to practice technique. As an endnote, definitely some characteristic Chinese qualities(ie. slight tack), but other than that its a Euro rubber that really only suits a certain playstyle. Would not recommend for competition. Good for practice May 18, 2018 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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