Is it wise to play with long and short pips

Emmanuel Scudder Asked 10 years ago

I have been playing with long pips on my backhand for many of years. Just this week I decided to put short pips on my paddle too. Is this a wise decision and should I have sponge on my short pips side? Plus which pips should I use for my backhand?

Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago

Hi Emmanuel,

If you are going to use short pips you should have some sponge under the pimples.  It can be an effective method of playing.

I would use the long pimples on the backhand and the short pips on the forehand as a more attacking rubber.

I don’t have a preference of short pips.  Try a few out and see what you like.  Others may be bale to help you with some suggestions.