Sponge thickness

Equipment

Hossam Samy
Hossam Samy Asked 11 years ago

Dear Alois/Jeff,

what is the effect of the sponge thickness?. I noticed that as thickness increases, the bat becomes more attacking. Is this true?

Thanks.

Hossam.


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Hossam,

Yes that is right.  In general the thicker the sponge you get with the same rubber, the faster it will be.


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Hossam Samy

Hossam Samy Posted 11 years ago

thanks for your reply

you are by far the best ping pong forum ever.


Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago

Thanks Hossam.


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