Andro Rasanter R53

A very good rubber. I’ve been trying out the 2.3 on FH and it’s such a good feeling. Strong, fast, spinny forehand loops. Comparable to T-05, but with more spin and more feeling when looping. If you had a good technique with the Tenergy series, then this rubber will give you even more, plus it’s cheaper! I would say it’s for advanced players, and the performance may vary depending on the bat used. Counterlooping is a breeze. It’s not a rubber for flat hits, but if you are a player that loves to loop and control the ball from mid distance, then this is definitely for you! I love the feeling. Recommended!

OK. I tried this in Max on a Yinhe V-14 PRO blade. I’m coming from having used almost only Chinese rubbers like DHS H3N 41deg, Yinhe Moon Pro Hard, 729 Battle II Prov Gold etc on forehand. Now trying this one.

It’s totally non-tacky. What hit me is that it’s easy to make very good spin even on slower strokes, short services etc. Of course it’s a bit springier than the Chinese rubbers, but not really by that much that I thought it should be.

Short game and pushes are really nice. Further away from the table the feeling of control is total. The top sheet is quite soft and that gives a very controllable feeling whatever you want to do.

This is no speed demon, but quite fast though. I have used Stiga DNA H 2.1mm as well, and R53 is a bit like DNA when looping, but I think R53 is a nicer rubber than DNA regarding control and spin. The effect isn’t direct like when looping with Chinese rubbers, and the ball digs in to the top sheet more. That gives you a longer dwell time and more control in all game aspects.

Respectively for backhand: Omega 7 Euro, Nanoflex FT 47, T05 FX, Fastarc G1; for forehand: Goldarc 8, T05, Fastarc G1 and R53, etc. I have used these rubbers. I have decided that the ideal combination for me is G1 for backhand, R53 for forehand, and Acoustic Carbon Inner for the blade.

R53 is faster than all the rubbers I mentioned, has less spin than G1 and T05, and has much easier and safer touch short game than T05, similar to G1. Away from the table, it performs as well as T05. However, the main reason for my admiration is its shooting ability. Its insensitivity to spin allows it to shoot almost any ball that rises a little from the table, with a great sound. (Apologies for my poor English.)

Very Fast Rubber. It’s hard to control at first. I had trouble blocking spinny shots, but I got used to it and adjusted. The short game is fantastic with this rubber. Service is okay. It’s not as hard as r50, but you can feel a little bit of a dwell. It’s very reactive to spins. You need to have good technique to enjoy this rubber. A little off-shot here and there, and you’re in trouble. Once you get used to it, you have a weapon with its speed and spin.

Very nice with so thick sponge and soft topsheet. I like ones like G1 C1 P7, Rakza 7 and so on. It doesn’t feel as fast as I had thought. It’s on my top 5 wishlist for forehand now!

This is of course VERY important in this case, that there is a huge difference since it is available in 1.7 or max. There are miles between them. They should have two different review sides for this one.

Excellent rubber with great spin and control.

It is also very durable and has a long lifespan.

Forehand: Rasanter R53, max sponge, red
Backhand: Hexer Powergrip, max sponge, black
Blade: Tibhar Balsa Defence 25

Rasanter R53

The Rasanter R53 is an exceptional rubber. It generates excellent spin while maintaining fast speed and exceptional control, making it effective for blocking, pushing, and counter-hitting. It excels at lifting backspin with spinny topspin.

When serving, it produces ample spin. While control when returning serves is adequate, incoming spin sensitivity is somewhat average. Pushing in the short game is proficient, and the rubber exhibits great control during passive play.

As harder hits are applied, the sponge’s hardness becomes more noticeable, slightly diminishing the rubber’s feel. This effect is attributed to the ball rapidly leaving the bat, reducing the perceived sink into the soft rubber surface. Conversely, when receiving fast forehand loops, the sponge’s hardness facilitates effective fast blocking. Countering spinny opening loops requires a light touch, comparable to other rubbers. Technique is paramount in such situations.

Similar to many rubbers with a hard sponge, proper technique is crucial. Rushed shots that compromise technique can result in the ball flying erratically.

The soft rubber provides a pleasant feel, and the R53’s sponge generates ample catapult effect, requiring less energy to produce significant speed.

When executing heavy brushing strokes, the spin production is impressive, and the feel is exceptional as the sponge is not fully engaged, allowing the soft rubber to deliver desirable feedback.

Overall, the Rasanter R53 is a superb rubber, well-suited for players with above-average technique. Individuals who are still developing their shot technique may benefit more from a rubber with a softer sponge. However, for advanced players, this rubber is highly recommended.

Personal Experience: The reviewer’s technique falls somewhere between beginner and advanced levels. Despite the rubber’s hard sponge, they found it enjoyable to use, exceeding expectations in terms of feel. Andro has undoubtedly crafted an outstanding addition to the Rasanter series.

So nice rubber. It’s a big surprise for me. Definitely for me, best rubber on the forehand side. DNA M on the backhand side is what you can find on the market.

This rubber, I thought, was going to be unplayable, especially since I sometimes switch down to 1.7mm from an R74 or MX-P. But it isn’t! The softness in the top sheet makes up for the hard sponge. Everything is good. And I mean everything!

Just released in India. It’s difficult to describe this very unusual rubber. The first few shots are a breeze. But when it comes to fast topspin, this rubber is ultimately the best compared to all spinny rubbers I have tried.

It will take time to break in, but trust me, I was baffled at the hardness of it—53??? It feels nothing like 53 when compared to The the R50. Andro has undoubtedly leveled up. This can be a game changer. Looking forward to testing more…

Viscaria + R53 2.0 Black

Weight: 51g
Not boosted

Viscaria has koto outer plies, and TMHO, R53 does not pair well with this blade. Speed is quite slow, spin is as good as T05, control is good. I feel that Viscaria is pairing better with T05 2.1mm or D05 2.1mm or sponge hardness up to 40/50 (Asia/EU scale). R53 feeling is similar to Cornilleau X51. Both do not feel very hard, and both rubbers are very heavy.

T05Hard 1.9mm

Hardness: 56
Weight: 49g

T05Hard 1.9mm (hardness 56) is around 49g with similar spin than R53, but faster. Throw angle of T05Hard > R53, and I had better success rate on counter spin using R53.

I think that R53 will better match a softer outer plies blade, like limba or Hinoki. On Viscaria, the combination of hard outer plies and hard rubber (not boosted) is not working well for 2.0mm. Maybe ultramax thickness will improve, but the weight will be more than 51g… too heavy!

R53 - The Best Rasanter Ever!

The advertisement doesn’t exaggerate. I was amazed. I didn’t feel like I was playing with a 53-degree sponge at all. The spin is comparable to the R47, ranking it among the top ten (MX-S, G1, R47, P7, T05, etc.).

Now, let’s get back to my half-distance, low-spinny drives that just skim above the net. When performing side service spins (which I do occasionally), take a small step back (due to the speed) and really spin the rubber with aggression, like a crazed ax murderer in a horror movie. The result will leave your opponent in awe.

I have this in a 2.0 thickness. It is good for looping and flat hitting. Underspin pushes are good and controllable. Service spins are OK. I am using an off ++ balsa and carbon blade. I am using the red sheet on the backhand and the black sheet on the forehand.

I switched from R45 to R53 and absolutely love this rubber. However, as others have pointed out, you need to be technically proficient to use it effectively. If you play correctly, this rubber is an absolute beast. It’s easy to block, topspin, and flat hit with, and serves are spinny. I chose the ultramax thickness, which suits me perfectly. This is an excellent rubber.

I am using it on a Butterfly BalsaCarbo X7 22.