Looping with Medium Pips
Strategy
Eric Soberano Asked 6 years ago
Hello. Can you please let me know how effective looping is with medium pips on either the forehand or backhand?
Alois Rosario Answered 6 years ago
Hi Eric,
If you are really looking for a strong loop then medium pimples isn't the bed away to go.
However, if you are looking for a change up then the loop with the long pimples can be effective. The ball will come through slower than with an inverted rubber and also have less spin. A player that isn't used to seeing this ball will have difficulty with it. This can be a really effective change up.
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