rubber

hi there,

I have a few questions:

1. I have been playing table tennis for sometime now. i would like to know which is a good rubber for looping? i hear DHS is very good. but dont know which DHS rubber particularly is good. can you let me know what i should consider before buying a good rubber for looping? Is it true that the thicker the rubber the better it is for looping. I currently use butterfly bryce on my forehand.

2. also do you have any lessons on looping? do you plan to come out with a dvd for looping?

3.one suggestion is when a buyer purchases your lessons via dvd you should allow the buyer to get the lesson immediately via download (free) as well. rather than either or option.

4. How do i know i need to replace my rubbbers? is there any indicator? the shop that i go to for replacement told me that i have to replace my rubbers after every 60 hours of play (depending on the playing style).

5. is table tennis a poorly paid sport? i dont get enough support from my folks - to make it into a career. If i get into the NSW state / national team one day (I am 24 years old) will i make a decent living?

regards

Susi

Hi Susi,

DHS is a good brand.  Like all brands there are a range of products from beginner level to the better quality.  TheHurricane II and III rubbers are good quality.

Looping is just an exagerrated topspin.  You swing more vertically than forward.  We will see if we can fit that one in.

We will look into the option of the free download. 

To check whether your rubber is worn hold it up at an angle and see if there are wear marks on the surface.  You will start to see some spots appearing on the rubber surface when it starts to wear.  Also check if there is still grip on the surface of the rubber.  Sometimes when the rubber deteriorates because of too much heat it loses its grip.

Unfortunately making the NSW team won't earn you a living but if you reach an international level and are good enough to play in a European league you certainly can make a living.