Butterfly Flextra

Una gran goma para principiantes.

Si estás iniciando en el deporte, es ideal.

This was my first rubber, and I am not impressed at all. The rubber is not fast at all and does not have much spin. I really have to hit with all my power so that the ball goes fast. I would not recommend this rubber, even to beginners, because you will very quickly ask for a new, better, and faster rubber than this one.

The only advantages are that it is super cheap and available everywhere.

This rubber is very suitable for beginners or people who are getting their first custom bat. The rubber is very soft and the speed is slower than other Butterfly rubbers.

The spin is decent with a grippy top sheet, and the control is also decent.

Bought this as a premade racket around MYR120. It is a good rubber to start with. The speed is slow, but the control is very good. It is a bit tacky and the spin was okay. I used it for a few years, and it helped me to improve a lot as I had to put in effort to generate the swing. Now I have changed to DHS H3, and Flextra is indeed a good starter before switching to H3.

I think the problem with my Flextra is the blade, a cheap 5 ply Butterfly blade once called Yuki An.

Mine are 1.7 and be sure every hit of your play goes on the table. You can shoot precision hits and be sure at higher thickness you’ll have a rubber you can play with at every level.

The only problem is it’s quite smooth, and if you shoot lightly against cut shots lots of balls will get in the net. But I tried it and Sriver, I prefer Flextra for its lightness and despite it’s untacky you can generate a good spin with it even with the new balls. It’s cheap and quite durable.

The cheapest Butterfly rubber in my opinion. This rubber would suit an all-around style player. It is a good entry-level rubber, made in Japan, with a trusted brand name.

Physical:

Typical Butterfly packaging with paper protection over the rubber. The packaging is not as elegant as Xiom’s, but it is satisfactory. The rubber has a soft, light orange, and pink sponge that is relatively porous. Overall, the rubber has a very light and grippy feel.

Spin and Speed:

This rubber is designed for recreational players or beginners in table tennis. It is often paired with premade Butterfly paddles. While it does provide some spin and speed, it is not as exceptional as more advanced rubbers like the Palio CJ 8000. Nonetheless, the grip on the top sheet is very good.

Who Should Use This:

This rubber is suitable for children just starting to play table tennis, as well as those who play infrequently. It offers a balanced combination of spin, speed, and grip, making it a good choice for recreational players.

Avoid this rubber for beginners! As my first one, it offered no help with technique despite decent strokes. My game skyrocketed after switching to a different rubber in just two months. Look elsewhere for a better learning experience!

Butterfly Sriver FX

As part of my first pre-made setup with Butterfly Primorac Off-, this rubber worked well back in 2006. Paired with the Primorac Off- blade, this rubber had great control. Spin was acceptable, but speed is in line with the ratings - very slow.

It’s great if you’re looking for something that’s low-ish throw, light, has some spin (potentially with thin sponge), and can be used fairly defensively. As per existing ratings/reviews, it IS “basic,” “for beginners,” and “new players.”

Alternatively, it would suit someone looking for a (middle of the road) cheap and defensive/all-round Butterfly rubber. I also agree with kiantat’s comments that it could work well as a slow reverse pimple block (RPB) due to its softness/lightness.

Pros:

• Durable and long-lasting
• Excellent control and spin

Cons:

• Not as grippy as some other rubbers
• Only for beginners

Overall:

This rubber is a good option for beginners who are looking for a durable and controllable rubber. It is not as grippy as some other rubbers, but it provides excellent control and spin.

Good for new players.
I used this rubber for 1 year, but when I switched to a different rubber, I noticed a significant improvement in my performance.

Review

The rubber lacks sufficient spin (for serves, drives, and loops) to be an effective forehand (FH) rubber for intermediate players. Its soft sponge and moderate throw, however, make it an excellent backhand (BH) rubber. It excels in providing consistent flat hitting and is decent for looping.

As the manufacturer describes, it is a slow rubber with excellent control. It is worth noting that when discussing its lack of spin, the comparison is made against Tenergy 05 and H3 Neo, both known for their high spin capabilities.

Cut Weight

The cut weight for the 1.9mm sponge version is 36g.

Previously used it on both sides of a Stiga Rosewood NTC VII penhold blade.

For forehand, it lacked speed but had good spin.
For backhand rpb, both speed and spin were good.

The only really good thing about this rubber is its light weight.

Recommended for beginners. I use it on my Gergely and it felt good. I’ve used it for at least 7-8 months, and I could feel myself getting better. It’s helping me to develop even better. Of course, you’ll want to change it after months of training. But it’s a good rubber to begin with.

It’s like the tackiness chop but faster with a higher throw, still on the low-med side. It’s spinny too and has a nice soft sponge, which, in my opinion, slows the ball down and makes it easy to control. I don’t know enough about inverted rubbers, so I’ll give this an 8.0. But I like the tack-c better just because it’s even more defensive, slower, and controllable, but both are good quality. The Chinese rubbers are faster and feel different. The flextra is also all-around, especially since I have it in 1.9, so it’s good for all strokes.

This rubber is recommended for developing players, including beginners and intermediate players. It wears out relatively quickly. It is not designed for speed or spin, but offers very good control, allowing for a strong short game, blocking, and flat hitting. It is well-suited for all-round players.

This rubber offers excellent spin and control with decent speed. Depending on the blade used, its performance can be further enhanced. It’s a great choice for beginners as it is very forgiving.

I have used this rubber on a preassembled blade for three years, and it has shown remarkable durability without any grip loss. Its pricing is also reasonable!

I’ve been using Flextra rubber on both sides for 18 months. This rubber took me from a ‘beginner’ to an ‘intermediate’ player! The spin is amazing. By the way, Flextra has an excellent rating for speed and spin compared to other rubbers in the same price range.

It’s great for chopping!
It lasts for a long time.

If you are a beginner looking for an affordable rubber, get this one. It has great control but not too fast.

To sum up, you should combine this rubber with a fast blade to compensate for the lack of speed.

My first rubber!

Great for recreational games.

Es el caucho con más usos que conozco. Se puede usar para defender, atacar y realizar topspin con mucho efecto. Es impresionante para un caucho de este calibre y su duración es increíble. Pueden durar hasta 1 año y seguir siendo excelentes. Es una goma excelente no solo para aprender, sino también para avanzar en este hermoso deporte.

Beginner’s Blade

The Yuki with 2 FlexTras was my beginner blade. It’s excellent for learning as it’s basically a toned-down all-around rubber. Everything works, and the more you know, the more you can squeeze out of it. However, unless you know you need control over speed and spin, I would stick to other rubbers.

If you are a beginner with a moderate level and ready to advance to the next stage, ditch this rubber!

No matter how hard you try, this rubber cannot match with faster and high-speed strokes or gameplay!

I regret that I stuck to this rubber for so long!

As an advanced but casual player, I found success using Flextra to overcome many skilled opponents due to its exceptional control. The rubber allowed me to effortlessly adjust spin and speed, making it versatile for various shots.

As an all-round racket user, I could seamlessly switch between drop shots and chops with minimal effort. The Flextra’s versatility also surprised my opponents with occasional loops.

During a match against a more aggressive Flextra user, I noticed an unusual arc in incoming balls. This unexpected trajectory made it challenging to anticipate and respond effectively.

A good all-round rubber, the Flextra is very forgiving to a beginner learning strokes. A more advanced player I know uses it on the forehand, producing very well-placed and controlled loops. Smashes are wicked. It is a bit slow but great on control; it blocks and chops well, making it great on defense. It works particularly well in looping underspins, making for unbelievable loop spin kills (it is a bit slow). It works better on an OFF-type blade.

The only thing I have against the Flextra is its durability—it is very fragile, so it is one of those rubbers that you should take extra care with. If you bump it against the table, you will readily see marks. It is easily damaged. Otherwise, it is a good rubber.

I have been using the Yuki bat (with Flextra rubber on both sides) for some time now (although I have recently changed). I must say it’s quite alright. It’s really an all-around rubber, so it’s perfect for beginners and intermediate players. You can both smash with it and put a decent amount of spin on the ball.

I recently changed to Hurricane Two with the Shark 686 bat because I wanted a little more “umph.” I keep my Yuki as a practice bat and a secondary in case my brother or my bat breaks.

I would recommend this bat to people who like a bit of speed and spin while keeping the ball in control. However, I wouldn’t recommend it to people who like to smash it a lot or people who love spinning the ball.

It is good to have it as a BH rubber. It is easy to loop! Great Control!

I got this as my first real rubber, and I would say it’s pretty good. If you play defense, then this is great for you since it has awesome control and lots of spin with chops.

However, if you are a looper like me, then it’s not that great because the ball tends to go off the table. I will close my bat a lot and it still goes off. I have tried other rubbers and this does not happen (at least not nearly as much).

But the one offensive thing I like about it is smashes, which go with amazing speed, which my opponents have a hard time getting. But overall, it’s great for ball placement and defense players, but not the best choice for offensive players.

If you are an offensive player and want to get nice spinny loops, but not too fast, the Gambler Reflectoid is a great choice. It is a slower rubber but is great for looping.

Yeah, so I bought this rubber with high expectations to have my strokes powerful but with finesse. The finesse is definitely there, and I have pulled off some epic crazy shots with it too.

But I feel that the power of the attack is solely dependent on the user. THIS IS A SPIN/CONTROL rubber. If you’re a power-hungry guy like me, you might not like it…but switching to control obviously has its advantages. But to pull off a strong loop to finish the point, it’s all you. All muscle and speed in your arm.

Hello, I’m from Portugal, and I use this rubber. I like it very much!
Flextra gave me a lot of spin, and I think it has a good stroke. I don’t know why people say that this rubber is for beginners. I don’t agree. It’s a very good rubber. Don’t underestimate it.
Long live to Flextra!

I’m using this rubber at BH. It’s very good. I don’t know why people say is only for beginners.

Flextra is dangerous in some chops because the ball could have spin or goes without effect. Sometimes, your opponents don’t see the difference.

Long live to Flextra!

Rgds.,
Ignacio.

Good for controlled underspin balls, very easy to block and for hitting. A cheap and best quality rubber, it provides enough spin for topspin despite being slow. I tried this with a fast blade and it performed quite well.

I like this rubber a lot. I tried it at 1.7 thickness on a Matsusheta Pro blade. Chops and loops are spinny and easy to control. However, the only problem is that the speed is low, so the ball will probably come back. This makes it great for beginners. The rubber is very light and provides great control.

What can I say about the Flextra? The rubber that started it all for me, the one that I used for learning the basics of the game. It is great for beginners, good for spin play, but excellent for learning how to lift up heavy chops. I owe much of my development as a “player” to Flextra.

Flextra is a highly controllable rubber with exceptional spin capabilities. As mentioned in a review, its spin level surpasses that of Sriver, an opinion I fully endorse. When employed by a chopper, it unlocks its true potential. Its affordability is another highlight, with similar options like Tackiness chop/drive costing 30% more. Ultimately, Flextra proves to be an excellent choice for defensive players seeking a combination of spin, control, and value.

I have not used this rubber myself, but I have heard from others that it is a great choice for players with an average backhand.

Yes, the sponge is soft and great for beginners, but this rubber consistently wins the prize for cost vs performance. Durable and spinny, it enables accurate chops, serves, and loops. This rubber can transform your playstyle from passive to aggressive, making it a superb all-around choice. I’ve noticed it has slightly more spin than Sriver, particularly when pushing over the table. It’s an excellent option for beginners, players focused on control, or those on a budget.

Great for Beginners. This was my first rubber, on a Butterfly pre-assembly package. It is great for learning the basics because it offers a lot of control and forgiveness. It is not very fast or spinny, but an experienced player with a developed loop can place the ball anywhere on the table with deceptive loop patterns.

My first rubber glued to a racket, I used it on the Butterfly Andrzej Grubba racket, an ALL+ racket.

My impressions are that this is a rubber for absolute beginners. It comes in 2.0 thickness and is very light. It does not produce enough spin, nor is it fast enough, which makes the rubber very easy to use. Counter spins are very light due to the rubber’s characteristics. The throw angle is low.

Overall, I would recommend the Butterfly Sriver instead of this rubber, because it is better in every way for the same money.