Selection of rubber
Equipment
Ashwin Bajaj Ashwin Bajaj Asked 6 years ago
I use genius optimum+ on my backhand but feels a little slow but gives very good control so can u suggest me any other rubber which is bit faster than genius but also gives good control.
Alois Rosario Answered 6 years ago
Hi Ashwin,
I will leave this to the equipment experts...
I would suggest something like Rakza 7.
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Jack Tan Posted 6 years ago
I agree with Alois. I'm currently using Rakza 7 and Rakza X and they are both very good for control. Im not sure if this makes sense, but I feel that Rakza 7 provides more control but is less accurate while Rakza X has less control compared to Rakza 7 but is more accurate. I would suggest either one of these 2 options
Rohan Keogh Posted 6 years ago
Hey Jack, I disagree with you here. I use both Rakzas and and think the X is both more controlled and more accurate than the 7 (and has better feel). It has a greater dwell time that improves the control and accuracy. At my level (see below) I found the 7 too fast and uncontrollable and have packed it away for a while.
However, these assessment are always somewhat subjective as our skill level, playing styles and experience with a range of equipment influence our perceptions of a racket's behavior. I use balsa combo blades (DEF+ BH, ALL+/OFF FH). I've tested and used quite a few rubbers from Yasaka, Xiom, Butterfly, DHS, Victas, 729, Dawei, KTL, Lion, and very soon will add Tibhar (Aurus). I'm an advanced beginner/intermediate, FH dominant player with a DEF+/ALL backhand and a ALL/ALL+ forehand game staying close to, or mid-distance from the table.
I do agree that one of the Rakzas would be a good alternative for Ashwin though. Which one will depend on his skill level.
My (qualified) 2-cents worth: @Ashwin, if you have very good control and accuracy on your BH already, the Rakza 7 would bea good choice. If you need more speed but also need help with control and accuracy, I'd choose the Rakza X. The 7 is noticeably (although not significantly) faster than the X. Then there's the question of sponge thickness, ...