Tennis racket rubber
Training
Jessiehew Andersen Asked 3 weeks ago
I was thinking of having tennis racket wrap put on a cue being made. the good rubber stuff. it also comes in many colors.
question is: has anyone ever tried it?
Alois Rosario Answered 2 weeks ago
Hi Jessiehew,
It sounds like you're exploring some innovative ideas with your table tennis equipment! If I understand correctly, you're considering using a tennis racket grip wrap on your table tennis racket handle. Tennis racket wraps are typically thicker and cushioned, designed to absorb more shock and provide comfort during the high-impact play of tennis. Table tennis rackets usually have much thinner grips to allow for better feel and control, which are crucial in a sport that relies heavily on precision and subtle wrist movements.
However, experimenting with different materials can sometimes lead to personal breakthroughs in comfort and playability. If you feel the tennis racket wrap might improve your grip or comfort, it could be worth a try, especially if you find the standard table tennis grips too thin or hard on your hands. Just be mindful that altering the grip can change the balance and weight distribution of your racket, potentially affecting your play.
If you decide to go ahead with it, I'd recommend doing so during a period where you can afford some trial and error without affecting competitive play. Let us know how it goes if you decide to give it a try.
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Sam Nassiri Posted 3 days ago
Hi there,
I played 8 years of table tennis before COVID and my studies made me turn away from it and focus on school/other hobbies, but I feel I miss it. I'm planning on registering with a club again, but digging back in my table tennis materials from before, I noticed my bat is missing its forehand rubber (honestly no idea where it could've gone). I do still have a back rubber, but I remember not enjoying it because of its lack of control.
So I would like some advice. I do still have the wood which I would like to keep. It's a Stiga mid offense wood. But I myself play more defensively, appreciate control since I would describe my play style as "letting my opponent make mistakes instead of forcing them myself" and prefer my back hand over my forehand. I need a lot of spin on my forehand rubber to create top spin, and that's something I definitely need to train. But then, not a very spinny back rubber but lots of control.
Could you recommend me two rubbers that suit my strengths and play style, covers my weakness but also at a reasonable price point? 50 euros (80 AUD) or preferably lower per rubber. That's a lot to ask for not that much money, but as close as you can get me would of course be appreciated! Thanks!
Kind regards,
Sam