short pimple playing strategy

Ted Marin Asked 13 years ago

Hi guys,

I would like to know how to effectively use short pimples.

Could you post a video answer basically outlining the basic strokes needed when playing with short pimples and maybe 1 or 2 advanced strokes that with practice could be utilized.

I have a Stiga Clippa 1.8 on my backhand and a Mark V GPS 1.8 on my forehand. I have replaced the Lion rubbers from the Pingskills Rook blade.

 I saw the video response to the question of how to play against short pips.

Maybe in the future when you get a question about playing against a particular playing style (attacker, chopper, penhold etc.) or the rubber types, do a followup question on how to use that particular style or rubber effectively.  Since you will most likely have someone playing that particular way visiting your site.

thanks for a wonderful site and clear videos.

Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Ted,

Thanks for your question and suggestions.

We ar ein the process of planning a series of strategy lessons for different styles.  We will try to incorporate both playing with and against as part of the content.

For now, when you are playing with short pimples you need to stay close to the table as the short pimples become ineffective when you go too far away.

The strokes need to be sharp and fast to take advantage of the pimples.  Hit the ball quite flat to achieve this.

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