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Sticky 184 reviews
Good Chinese Rubber
This rubber is recommended for players who prefer spin over raw speed. It pairs well with looping blades like the DHS PG7.
This rubber was a component of my first customized racket. I used the DHS PG7 blade with this black rubber on the forehand and red Yinhe Moon rubber on the backhand (similar to a Chinese setup).
Initially, this rubber provided excellent speed, but after 1-2 months of use, the speed decreased. However, the control improved significantly, and the spin remained relatively consistent. It is important to clean the rubber after each playing session to maintain its performance.
During the pre-polyball era, this rubber exhibited exceptional spin capabilities and contributed significantly to my game.
This is my second Hurricane3 rubber, and my first Neo. I love it. I am happy with the jumping feeling.
Everything has already been written about this rubber, but I would like to point out one thing, which I noticed recently. DHS makes different quality rubber for the eastern and western markets.
Specifically, so far, I have bought 3 rubbers from Germany (during the last 3 years) and one from Bulgaria (2 weeks ago). All 3 from Germany look exactly the same, but this one from Bulgaria has a shinier topsheet, a shade darker sponge, is less tacky, the picture on the package is more blurry, and plays worse with it.
At first, I thought it was a fake, but then I saw that the dealer is a representative for DHS for Bulgaria and apparently gets original rubbers, but which are not of the same quality as those bought in Germany.
I wonder if others have noticed this too?
DHS Hurricane 3 Neo 40° 2.15mm is an affordable rubber that is easy to get dirty.
It is good enough when paired with a fast blade like Xiom Strato Off+.
Out of the package, this rubber seems very slow. The ball sticks to the topsheet, and you’ll need to adjust your stroke accordingly. The sponge feels dead, flat, and non-reactive.
After a few more sessions and adding some baby oil, the sponge starts to engage the ball more. The speed improves slightly, and the tackiness decreases.
I’m not a big fan of this rubber because I prefer something more bouncy. However, if you can create your own power, it would likely play well for you. The longer you play with it, the more you’ll appreciate it.
I believe this rubber would perform best on a very fast blade, such as the Viscaria or above. This should offset its slow speed and allow you to generate decent pace.
Boosting this rubber significantly improves its performance.
The topsheet is tacky, thick, and has low pips. This makes for better spin on touch shots (serve, push), and loads spin again best in high power shots. I like other rubber better to flick, but I will try. I think there is a learning curve.
I got a 37-degree sponge, black thick topsheet, non-porous topsheet, shiny and flat. It’s surprisingly medium-soft sponge does not feel so soft under this top, but it makes it slow. I think it’s probably the hardness intended for backhand and should go on a faster blade.
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Pretty good tacky forehand rubber for a great price. It is good for serving, blocking, and topspin.
After 15 years of intense table tennis playing, I’ve found myself returning to Hurricane 3 rubber. I utilize black Commercial 2.15mm 41 degrees on my forehand and Commercial Red 2.15mm 37 degrees on my backhand.
Hurricane 3 is arguably the finest table tennis rubber ever created, as evidenced by Ma Long, the living legend who employs it on both his forehand and backhand. By visualizing yourself as Ma Long, you can channel his exceptional abilities with every shot you execute.
Not only is Neo Hurricane 3 highly effective, but it’s also budget-friendly, costing approximately $20 per sheet. To maximize its performance, pair it with a swift carbon blade. Remember, table tennis demands effort and dedication. Embrace the challenge, persevere, and enjoy the process. Neo Hurricane 3 is the ultimate rubber solution, and don’t forget to boost it for enhanced performance.
H3 Neo
A H3 Neo é uma excelente borracha. Posso confirmar e concordar com a grande maioria das avaliações positivas.
Minha Experiência
Uso a borracha de 41 graus em ambos os lados da raquete. Ela é ótima para trabalhar os fundamentos do tênis de mesa, e é sempre bom saber que o controle está em suas mãos.
Para Amadoras e Amadoras
Para nós, amadoras e amadores, é uma ótima borracha com um preço acessível.
Conclusão
Tenho a oportunidade de usar borrachas alemãs com tranquilidade em termos financeiros. No entanto, costumo dar preferência às borrachas chinesas, como a H3 Neo e a H3, que são excelentes para o nível amador.
Amazing backhand rubber, in my opinion, for creating controlled loops with heavy spin, but not very fast. Also a great forehand loop, and is amazing at looping underspin.
Updated! … from 2020.
Facts:
Usually, I did not want to write a review about this rubber because my disappointment with it was very big and does not at all agree with the opinions of other users. I will never understand why sticky DHS rubbers supposedly generate more spin than non-sticky ones! - even if the stickiness of the rubber logically creates a greater rotation with slow striking movements. I believe that these rubbers only develop their full potential with the help of tuners.
Recently, however, I bought a Stuor blade called the “Nobilis ZLC Hinoki”. (- Report on this under “no brand” !!!) As has recently been known, Hinoki is supposed to improve the rotation level of rubbers as an outer veneer. … which is obviously true. ( - Thank God !)
My experiences were not comparable to the current one. The low speed and the low catapult had surprised me, the poor spin development (regardless of whether Koto with ALC or SZLC blades or solid wood) was completely disappointing. - I even asked myself, “did I catch a FAKE?” I only liked the throwing angle, as it is pleasantly high. Despite everything, I think this rubber is completely overrated!
Conclusion:
Ultimate recommendation: it is essential to use a blade with Hinoki outer veneers, such as the “Stuor Nobilis ZLC Hinoki” !!! (- … this increases the spin rating by about 0.4 points.).
Hard rubbers are recommended for players with strong arms, as they can be difficult to control. For example, using H3 Neo on an ALC blade can make it challenging to place the ball accurately in the deep corners of the table.
While hard rubbers offer good spin, they often have lower speed. To improve speed, it is often necessary to boost the rubber with a chemical solution.
After trying three 39-degree, 2.15mm H3Ns on four different blades, I feel this rubber is not for me. The tackiness wears down quickly, and the factory-tuned sponge hardened after two weeks. I tried boosting them, but it only brought back part of its original performance.
Despite its drawbacks, it is good for training since it is relatively inexpensive. Close to the table plays are also good.
Hardness
Nowadays H3N can be found in hardness 38, 39, 40, and 41. I strongly suggest 39. 39 is still very hard. 40 is rock hard and will be slower, or needs 3 layers of booster. Also, 40 won’t pair with a hard blade such as Viscaria. 39 pairs very well with it. 38 is ok for backhand or even for forehand if you don’t boost. 41 is useless unless you are a pro and boost with 3-4 layers.
First and Second Loops
First loop is very easy and very spinny, second loop is very hard, likely to go off the table. Suitable for mid-distance players. The throw is too high for close to table players. So if this happens to you, (first loop ok but second loop off the table), try Hurricane 8 or tg2 neo, or even H2 neo.
Short Receive
Short receive is excellent, but this is true of all rubbers: H3, Tg2, Tg3, H2, H8.
Throw Angles
Let me summarize the throw angles (= arcs) of these rubbers:
H2N: very low
TG2N: low. (almost exactly like 729 superfx, or 729 bloom power)
H8: medium-low
TG3N: medium
H3N: very high
So now you can choose the arc you need.
Blade Comparison
Close to table, advanced => h2
Close to table, intermediate: h8 or tg2
Close to table, beginner: tg3
Mid distance, advanced: tg3
Mid distance: h3
Boosting
H3N needs at least one layer of booster or you will injure your shoulder. Baby oil also works. This is true of all DHS rubbers including h8.
Backhand Play
On the backhand: the 38 version is very good for flip (you lift everything) and for opening loop (incredibly spinny), but if they block to your bh, the throw will be so high you are likely to shoot the next shot off the table. So, for bh I suggest a much lower throw (tg2N for example, or even H2N).
I am using this rubber on the backhand in 39 degrees. It is very tacky with a nice arc. The control is amazing when blocking and attacking, but it requires more effort than European rubbers. This is a good rubber for strong players. It starts slowly, but once you get used to it, it gets faster.
The perfect rubber for my Chinese-style backhand, providing excellent spin and rotation for attacking shots. However, I still needed to fine-tune it to my liking. Once adjusted, it performed flawlessly for various techniques, including blocking, serving, short play, spinning, and speed.
For my forehand, I prefer a hardness of 39 or 40. For the backhand, a hardness of 38 or 37 is more suitable. If you use a harder rubber, consider applying more oil to enhance its performance.
Remember to use the red sheet for your backhand and the black sheet for your forehand when attaching the rubber to your paddle.
With booster, it’s the best forehand rubber you can play. Fitness is required.
Excellent rubber, one of the best on the market for skilled players.
Attention: For skilled players only. If you do not have proper strokes, do not even bother trying this rubber. It requires a full and fast swing, with the correct bat angle to perform at its best.
However, when one is able to master this technique, beware! The ball hits the table like a missile, leaving opponents only watching it. It is not my favorite rubber because it demands so much physical effort. I cannot play at my peak during the entire match.
But if you are a super fit player with optimized technique, I would highly recommend this rubber; it is a great offensive weapon.
Been using DHS H3 Neo on both FH and BH paired with a sanwei F3 Innerlayer ALC blade.
The control is good. The feel is great. Soft touch is soft and spinny and hard hits are very fast. It has good throw as everything you hit goes fast and manages to fall within the table.
Very tacky compared to European rubbers, the harder you hit the better the shots go. Goes well with faster blades that allow the ball to sink in a bit, preferably an innerlayer ALC blade.
Also tried it out with defensive blades: the slow shots, pushes, and blocks were perfect, but the loops and smashes off a defensive blade were difficult to get a hold on and control as the tackiness and the compounded rebound goes well with harder and slightly firmer blades and not softer defensive ones.
Super offensive rubber with great speed and spin. It works well with both all-round and offensive blades.
I have tried red and black, 2.15mm and 2.20mm, H38, H39, H40 and H41 sponge. Testing has been made on different blades, but for me, brush looping and often hitting the ball further back and then from a lower place, the 2.15mm H39 worked best.
I need to put as much power as possible in my strikes and still get the arc that puts the ball on the table, that’s why a thinner and softer sponge is better for me. I’m waiting for a couple of H37 and H38 for testing now. This rubber is lethal when used right.
Weight cut:
2.15mm H40: 53g
2.2mm H39: 50g
2.15mm H39: 47g
2.1mm H38: 49g
2.15mm, H41: 49g
This rubber is factory tuned. It plays very well and fast for the first two weeks. However, after that, this rubber is dead and needs to be boosted.
You have to swing big to activate this rubber. If you can play like a Chinese player, this is a deadly weapon!!!
Spin is awesome, even more than Tenergy 05. HN3 rubber is not very spin sensitive.
Short play and service with Hurricane Neo3 are a dream. Block is okay and can absorb the power of the opponent thanks to the tackiness. Kill loop is also very easy.
If you play with HN3, you must always be active. This rubber is not forgiving, which means that good footwork is a must. Otherwise, the ball will land every time in the net.
A very good sticky rubber, it is excellent to generate effect and a lot of rotation. It is somewhat slow but with the right Madero, you can make a lot of potential. I used the yasaka max 3d charcoal, it was a perfect combination. If you clean it regularly you can make it last a long time. It has an excellent price to profit ratio.
The rubber provides amazing spin, making it a good choice for players looking for control and precision.
Despite its hard sponge, the rubber offers a low speed, allowing for a more controlled playstyle.
The durability of the rubber is also very good, ensuring that it will last for a long time.
I think my topsheet for H3N isn’t as tacky as it should be. However, untuned, this rubber is pretty decent. It offers good speed and spin.
When tuned, the sponge becomes softer, resulting in a catapult effect. Tuning the rubber enhances its performance significantly.
A rubber with the expected tackiness you would find in the Chinese category. Once you cut it and put it in your racket, you would find this rubber slow and with no control, but it gets more elastic once you start using it constantly. It is important to indicate that you would need to adjust your technique to this rubber because it is not as forgiving as other rubbers. Overall, if you are looking for a Chinese setup and you already know the tacky rubber technique, then this rubber could fit you.
I am using the neo version. I recommend buying this or any other Chinese tacky rubber before upgrading to the blue sponge or boosting it.
Great Chinese rubber, very tacky, offers great spin capabilities, and allows for easy countering of enemy rotation.
Suitable for all types of play, it performs best for close-to-table and medium-distance gameplay. Additionally, it enables effective chopping with proper adjustments. With a weight of under 50 grams when cut, it is lightweight on the blade.
However, the rubber’s biggest disadvantage lies in its instability when driving against high balls. Executing a safe shot requires imparting some spin into the smash to avoid hitting the net or sending the ball over the table.
Great tacky offensive rubber. Provides high spin and excellent control. Suitable for players of all skill levels. Highly recommended.
Contrôle: Correct
Vitesse: Bonne mais pas exceptionnelle
Topspin: Nécessite un travail physique pour générer de la puissance du bras
Hurricane 3 New Review
This review covers the unboosted 41-degree hardness, 2.2 mm thick black Hurricane 3 New (H3N) rubber for forehand use.
As a USATT 1750 player, I began using the H3N when I was 1100 with a 40-degree hardness and 2.15 mm thickness on both forehand and backhand sides. However, I felt the rubber was too slow and experimented with various other options, including 729 FX, Palio Red and Yellow, Mercury 2, Rasanter 42, and Rakza 7 over the past three years.
After training, I decided to return to the H3N on a TB ALC blade. Using this combination for over two months has significantly improved the consistency and spin of my forehand loops. Perhaps because I began playing table tennis with the H3N, it feels most comfortable on my forehand. The TB ALC blade is an excellent complement to the H3N.
While there is little margin for error, this forces you to play accurate strokes consistently. Tacky rubber like the H3N enhances serves and pushes. With practice, you can even return long pushes short. It rewards the effort you put in.
Before using this rubber in tournaments, I recommend practicing for at least 3-4 months. Otherwise, the perceived “slowness” or lack of proper forehand technique may lead to frustration.
The rubber is a good choice for beginners. It is affordable, durable, and perfect for developing your playing style. I have paired it on Yinhe Ns8 as forehand and ak47 red on backhand and found it to be a great combination.
Blade: Andro CSV OFF+
Forehand (FH)
Backhand (BH)
Rankings
Use it on a carbon basic blade, which has more control rather than speed. Then it will be identical.
So, I don’t have much funds to test multiple samples, so I’m going to write my very first and last impression since, at this moment, I’ve played only one single time.
In my case, when you put the film off before playing, there are some strange spots after it. Okay, they get away after a few hours of playing and constant breathing on the rubber.
As I could expect, tackiness was not as good as I’d like. However, the general impression on this rubber in pair with a nice light Palio CAT blade is just great! It’s pretty linear, not that speedy, which means amazing control! And it’s pretty light, of course. The red one is not much different from the black one in terms of tackiness. I don’t know why everyone usually complains about the speed of this rubber. Speed is usually a lot easier to generate than spin. This rubber is good for me! I don’t know about national and provincial versions, but I don’t even want to since I’m okay with this one. A nice linear set with the emphasis on spin. Just amazing!
UPD: It seems like it’s oversensitive to temperature. It behaves strangely if not brushing constantly with your palm when cold and always condensates.
UPD2: Okay, it doesn’t condensate as much as I thought, but that’s my sweat. Too much breathing on it inhibits its tackiness, and you have no other way but to go and clean it up. It never happened to grippy rubbers. After playing with it for almost a year, the tackiness is still there, but not every ball tacks to it. That’s kind of weird. Although I noticed that glossy balls tack better, and most of the balls become glossy after playing with them for some time. At least here, some win.
A really great rubber for intermediate and league players. It is VERY tacky, so you can produce a lot of spin, especially on forehand loops and spinny serves. On backhand shots, I find it is a little slower, but you get great control.
HN3 is fast, however, there are definitely faster (more expensive) rubbers out there. I agree with the Gears rating, as you can play very short, slow serves and chops easily, but you can open up with rapid loops as well. Overall, I believe speed and control are brilliant, but spin outperforms both.
This is the first DHS rubber I have ever tried, and it blew me away. At first, getting shots on the table felt strange, and the rubber felt much too slow. I hated the rubber until I started playing more loops and spinny shots. Once I started looping with the rubber, it felt like a completely different rubber. Every shot I made, even if I made a mistake, would drop onto the table. I would highly recommend this rubber.
Tremendous amount of spin for a Chinese rubber.
The sponge is dead hard as rock if unboosted.
The topsheet is so-so.
Control is good.
It’s just tacky.
The provincial version is way better than the commercial one.
Dead cheap when compared to BTY rubbers. However, it demands very high physical strength.
The shots don’t get out of the table, hence a very high safety margin. But if you don’t put in the effort, the ball will only be in your court.
Mark V + Higher spin + Greater effort - light less control = DHS NEO Hurricane.
I use 21.15 on my forehand and Friendship 729 Super FX 2 mm on my backhand with a Stiga All Round Legend frame.
Very nice classic combination.
To the people writing it is slow, they must have the wrong technique. If you swing fast, you hit fast. If you swing slow, you hit slow.
For spinning, it’s a fantastic rubber, but I can also easily push, block, or smash. I always played with tensors, but this is much better for me. Absolutely love it. Raw input is raw output. You can pretty much do everything with this rubber.
Good attacking rubber for a medium hard blade. Requires more brush and movement to create a great arc. It is quite bouncy when blocking, so we need to play with a descent angle. Overall, it is a consistent attacking rubber with good speed, descent spin, and adequate control.
Beautiful rubber, easy to lift backspin, high spin, very aggressive short services, quite control.
Heavy, hard even with black and tuned 39 degrees, slow, works better in soft but fast blades, demands too much energy and physical preparation. If you want to generate power, you must be very strong; otherwise, it is not recommended for you.
Very difficult to use; there are better Chinese rubbers for FH, such as Big Dipper, 729 Battle 2, and Gold Arc 5.
Great spin, but feels inconsistent.
This is such a great FH rubber. It is fast, spiny, and has good control. However, if you want to maximize the potential of this rubber, you will need to take the time to copy the Chinese player stroke.
Update: After playing for several months, I have corrected the throw angle, tackiness, speed, spin, and control. Overall, this rubber is absolutely for topspin players. Brush the ball all the way :D but don’t forget to clean it up, otherwise, this rubber will underperform. Some players love to boost this rubber. I will try to boost this rubber and will update soon.
Review
Modern Chinese rubber designed for variable attackers. It excels in continuous loop from mid-distance with varying arc due to high-throw topsheet and low-throw sponge. Capable of executing various shots, it spins well on most, but is best suited for power loops.
However, control is lacking. It is challenging to determine the optimal swinging speed and topsheet to sponge engagement ratio when performing the desired stroke. Consequently, I find it neither intuitive nor easily adaptable.
Pairing it with at least medium-stiff and medium-hard blades is recommended to mitigate the lack of control.
Edit
The rubber’s performance is significantly enhanced on a medium-hard stiff blade. The high-throw nature of the rubber compensates for the low-throw of the blade, resulting in improved control that is now intuitive. With a boosted 39-degree hardness, this rubber becomes highly suitable for my playing style.
I am an intermediate player over 40. When I first used this rubber, I thought I had made a mistake or had been given a fake. However, after playing with it for 3-4 hours, I realized that if you hit softly, it feels like a dead rubber. But if you put some real brute power into it, the speed and sound are awesome. I initially thought it was good for Chinese-style loops, but I think what it means is that if you hit with a lot of power, the rubber grips and wakes up the sponge. I now love this rubber. It’s so cheap. You must try this rubber if you hit powerfully on the forehand.
Update: Amazing rubber, great control. Slow hits are slow, and fast hits are super fast with a magical click/tok sound.
Update: 19 January 2018 - After a year of intermittent use, I have gotten better and now play with better players who have amazing spinny loops that are hard to block or counter loop. This is where I find this rubber magical; I can counter loop very spinny loops of my opponents and win most of the time.
Update: 9 September 2018 - I love this rubber even more now. I am using it on my backhand (surprisingly) and it works so well. I have worked on my backhand, and the speed is very good.
Chinese rubbers are often accused of being too slow. However, the H3Neo has that extra power in it to overcome this issue. It is very slow in the short game, requiring some effort and attention to detail. At the same time, it allows you to take the initiative early by attacking short balls, placing your shots with tremendous accuracy and creating very awkward situations for your opponents.
The harder you hit the ball, the faster the rubber becomes as the sponge gets activated. The increase in speed is linear and the behavior consistent. Spin is very good with this rubber.
The disadvantages of this rubber are that it is sensitive to incoming spin and that it requires physical effort to generate speed. It is a great combination with slightly flexible blades and is a versatile rubber that suits many styles of play, attacking and defending alike. After a year, the sponge is much softer, and even though it is less spiny, I like it more.
Most efficient forehand rubber, which is cheap and effective. The grip is excellent, while the speed is okay. Its tackiness can be used in light loop and initial opening. In fast counter loops, the speed produced is still excellent.
I usually play with regular Hurricane 3, but decided to try the neo version because many people say it’s better than regular H3. In my humble opinion, there are no significant differences between H3 neo and regular H3. There are a few differences, but they are not instantly noticeable.
As the manufacturer claims, H3 neo has a softer sponge with more catapult effect, which should increase speed and control. However, the tacky topsheet kind of nullifies the catapult effect, so the improvement on speed is only marginal. The softer/elastic sponge and tacky topsheet allow for longer dwell time and better control than regular H3. Finally, H3 neo also has a slightly higher throw angle than H3. Again, this is due to the more elastic and more dynamic nature of the neo sponge. Better control and a slightly higher throw angle are the reasons why most people agree that H3 neo is easier to play with than regular H3.
Overall, this is a very good rubber if you like tacky Chinese rubber. I would rate this rubber 9 out of 10. If you tried H3 and think it’s too hard to control, H3 neo might be better for you. But since I’m already used to H3, I have no reason to switch to H3 neo, given that both rubbers have almost identical speed and spin. I kind of prefer the lower throw angle of H3 anyway.
First, I’m disappointed at the speed. It’s slow, I thought it was an off+ rubber, or it’s something between off- and off.
Another problem is the control when you’re just a bit late on the ball, this rubber doesn’t forgive the errors.
But it’s amazing for doing heavy and deep topspins, because of the high throw angle and the spinny topsheet.
And surprisingly the hits without any spin are very easy! Better if boosted.
I bought this rubber to use it in my back hand and WOW, no words can describe it… After a while, I switched it to FH…
And I give it 3 STARS (Max Speed… Spin… Control) what a combination…
A high spin rubber that still delivers good, controllable speed. It may be a bit hard on a hard blade, but it is excellent for softer, ALL or DEF blades. I think it’s better on all wood blades rather than carbon blades as the sponge/rubbers require the forgiveness provided by all wood. I preferred this rubber on a light, balsa core blade as it helps offset the weight and hardness of the rubber.
The speed is very linear, so it’s highly predictable and controllable. I did find it rather sensitive to incoming spin, but the flip side is that it generates very spinny serves itself.
Overall, it’s a great intermediate to advanced rubber on a budget.
Review Karet Tenis Meja
Saya mencoba versi komersial dengan ketebalan 2,2 mm berwarna oranye. Kesan pertama saya adalah karet ini sangat ringan.
Kelebihan:
Tidak heran jika karet ini banyak digunakan oleh pemain. Untuk menarik bola, karet ini sangat mudah digunakan dan sangat cocok untuk pukulan forehand.
Sudut yang dihasilkan agak tinggi, sehingga jika melakukan blok pasif, sudut bet harus sedikit tertutup. Untuk chop dekat net, karet ini sangat nyaman digunakan dan tidak terlalu membal.
Untuk topspin dari jarak 2 meter dari meja, karet ini sangat bagus. Kombinasi topsheet yang kenyal dan spons yang agak keras memberikan permainan yang sangat nyaman.
Perawatan:
Perawatan topsheet cukup dengan dilap menggunakan kanebo yang dibasahi air bersih. Jika diperlukan, gunakan sedikit sabun cair. Keringkan karet di tempat yang berangin dan simpan dalam kondisi kering, jauh dari sinar matahari.
You can only use this rubber one time on your blade. This is because the rubber has its own glue on the sponge. Once you remove the rubber from your blade, it will lose the original glue. As a result, this rubber is not suitable for use with 40+ balls.
Wow! I got this as one of my first rubbers and found this very hard to use. Once I learned proper technique, this became a deadly weapon. I can attack up close or far from the table. This can even chop! The spin of serves can win points outright.
I played on all kinds of blades, but I prefer this on a flexible all-wood blade where the dwell time allows me to put the most power in the stroke. Some find this to be good, but I didn’t like the super high throw angle.
I recommend this to beginners who want to learn good strokes, or advanced players who want a lot of power and spin. If the price scares you, you can always buy cheap Friendship/729 rubbers, and they’ll play very similarly.
I have used a lot of rubbers, but I have never seen anything like this. It is very nice.
My first tacky rubber on my blade now. I put it on FH-rubber DHS NEO Hurricane 3(Orange sponge). I was very surprised by the tackiness.
The first time that I used the FH-rubber, it took a lot of my force to loop and spin the ball, but it produced a lot of spin. (I’m just an amateur player).
I always play with tensor rubbers, this is my first tacky rubber. It grabs dust too much, I need to clean and film protect it after session. Everyone said this rubber is for FOREHAND! It’s right! I glue it on an OFF- soft pure wood blade. Some people said it is a slow rubber, but I don’t agree. The H3 Neo speed is not bad, but it overloads with spin. However, it is still fine for BACKHAND loop, but very good for blocks with safe landings. Also, the tackiness makes it easy to control counter loops or spins from the opponent. It creates a lot of spin with short serves. Side spin shots are so aggressive. For strike speed, it is comparable to tensor rubbers upto your physical strength. I will buy one for my backhand. It is the best value for money.
Very Good rubber, but you have to use it correctly. When hard hitting the ball, you don’t get much power, which is good for touch play. When you scrape it, however, you find that the ball speed is incredible and the control is superb. It’s also a nasty rubber on serve because of its tackiness.
All around, a very good rubber for int/adv players. I wouldn’t advise this rubber for a beginner though, since it punishes lack of perfect technique very heavily.
Amazing, just amazing.
Blocking, pushing, looping, hitting, service; everything is made easy with this unique rubber from DHS.
A very good forehand (FH) rubber, perfect for topspin, loops, short play, and serves. It’s an amazing rubber with an amazing price.
Good rubber if you prefer sticky rubber. While it’s not slow, power shots are extremely fast. The technique needs to be Chinese style to get the most out of it.
DHS H3 Neo Rubber Review
This is an excellent rubber with great spin generation and control. It’s ideal for blocking thanks to its low arc and extreme tackiness, which causes the ball to nearly stick to the rubber.
To maintain the rubber’s tackiness, it’s crucial to keep it clean and protected when not in use. This can be achieved using the sheet provided with the sponge.
After nearly a year of use, the rubber still retains 40% of its tackiness. It’s highly recommended for forehand play, as a brushing action is required to maximize the spin it generates.
However, there may be some minor issues encountered when using the rubber on the backhand, but it remains a viable option.
This was my first FH rubber, so I don’t have anything to compare it to. However, I can see why many people like it. This Chinese rubber is tacky, which is great for heavy topspin loopers and can generate a hefty amount of spin. Once it hits the opponent’s side, it takes off.
For driving and smashing, it does fairly well. With it being a harder sponge, smashing is not its strength, but it does produce.
Countering underspin is where this rubber shines. It takes almost no effort to lift the ball on a moderate to heavy underspin.
Control is moderate. This rubber is very sensitive to incoming spin, especially side spin. When testing ball placement, this rubber shoots the ball quite high, so the throw angle of any incoming ball with spin is going to launch it.
Touch play is quite surprisingly easy. Even though it is sensitive to opponents’ spin and being a tacky rubber, it has a generally soft feel on short plays and pushes. Blocking is somewhat of a mystery to me on this rubber, but I am usually not a blocking type. The few blocks I have managed to return, it was decently able to put the ball back on the table, but don’t expect this rubber to make it back every time.
Close to the table is easy where this rubber has its advantages as well. Heavy looping, counter topspin, decent speed. It’s easy to get the ball back before the opponent has a chance to think. Away from the table it starts to drop in speed and power as there is no catapult effect for this rubber.
Overall, this is a decent rubber for anyone who wants to get into Chinese tacky rubbers, and at a decent price, it’s a no-brainer.
I use it as BH on my Stiga Clipper wood. It just rocks on the BH drive/loop.
This is a fantastic rubber that rewards players who can hit the ball hard enough to generate the desired speed and spin. It feels simple; a slow rubber when lacking power but deadly for those capable of executing strong topspins or loops.
The throw angle is ideal for counter loops and topspins, producing significant spin and speed. Additionally, the tacky topsheet facilitates spinny serves. However, it may be challenging to generate strong shots with this rubber during forehand flicks due to the small stroke. Blocking is decent but not exceptional, while forehand push generates plenty of spin.
In summary, this rubber rewards players with good technique and power, converting it into speed and spin.
Good rubber for the price. However, it has to be cleaned regularly. This rubber is tacky to such a point that it attracts all the dust in the world. Once dusty, the surface becomes slippery.
Although four grams heavier than the non-Neo version, the DHS Hurricane 3 Neo still is fairly light, weighing only 47 g when cut to the 157 x 150 mm test blade. This renders it on par with Donic’s Acuda Blue P1, 1-4 grams lighter than the Xiom Omega V range, and at least 6 grams lighter than unboosted Hurricane 8 rubbers.
The DHS Hurricane 3 Neo is noticeably springier and softer in feel than the regular Hurricane 3. Accordingly, the feeling on FH drives is almost like with harder European rubbers, except that the ball sticks to the rubber for a fraction longer due to the extreme tackiness. In my opinion, the regular Hurricane 3 Neo has the lowest throw angle of the whole Hurricane 3 series.
This is a good rubber for a very cheap price. However, it lacks some speed. On the other hand, this rubber can produce an extreme topspin and can easily counter backspin due to its tackiness. Furthermore, it can produce a spinny serve. This rubber will be suited to a mid-range player, not a short-range player. Overall, this is a good rubber for those who play topspin.
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H3 Table Tennis Rubber
This is an excellent forehand (FH) rubber, making it ideal for close-to-table play. With proper form, it offers ample power, limited only by your ability to generate topspin to maintain speed on the table. While other tensors may reflect spin and speed with small strokes, none can generate an opening attack as strong as H3.
The rubber’s service capabilities are also outstanding, consistently producing more spin than opponents. It pairs well with looping blades, as expected.
I’m not sure about this rubber. It feels very slow (at least when new), especially when compared to the blue-sponge Provincial H3. It’s not super tacky, and it seems a little hard to control on smashes.
That being said, it has lots of gears and is capable of a fairly fast smash if you put enough into it. If I bought again (I probably will), I’ll go for the factory-tuned version (I don’t use boosters, so that will influence the speed).
UPDATE:
After getting used to this, the Hurricane is capable of really fast loops and flat hits, as well as powerful smashes. Once this rubber breaks in a little, it’s a great rubber!
Not as fast as it is rated here. Searched for a rubber to change for my Donic Coppa X3 on my FH and based on the ratings here, this should have been a comparable rubber. Unfortunately, it is slower than 8.5 but you can produce some nice spin with it because of the tackiness.
For me it isn’t fast enough to finish points because you have to put too much effort into the smashes/topspin to make a winner. Maybe it would be a good BH rubber but I haven’t tested it yet.
It’s a great rubber for FH with great spin and control.
I’ve used this rubber for a little over 2 months now. Going from more traditional rubber to this rubber, I noticed that my playing style has changed overall. I now favor my forehand because of my ability to pick up the ball and change its direction in order to loop. With my backhand, I feel that I need to be more selective with my shots, whereas with the Hurricane 3, anything off the table is fair game for a loop.
Because it’s so tacky, you have to play with more of a brushing of the ball rather than angled strokes, but once accomplished, your game will improve. There is a reason why so many people love this rubber. The amount of spin I can get on serves is also quite effortless.
Short game can be a bit tough sometimes when you’re struggling to get to the ball. If you hit it too softly, the tackiness will take over and kill most of the speed, but come at it too fast, and the neo sponge will get the best of your shot. This is the kind of rubber that works well when you do.
Tenergy 05
Amazing spin and control.
Good speed for off and off+ blades.
Excellent tackiness.
Opt for black rubbers for increased tackiness.
Highly acclaimed and widely used, especially as a substitute for more expensive options.
Awesome FH rubber for loopers and for players who love spins over power.
For power players (who use drives and smashes very often), I recommend you use thicker blades (5.9mm-7mm.). Thicker blades will provide higher net safety and add speed to your drives and smashes with this rubber.
Overall, it’s a great and affordable rubber, just beware of the counterfeits out in the market.
Excellent rubber for FH! It works well only on soft wood blades.
Serves are deadly, counter loops and loops are very good too. I played with it on HRT Clipper. Wonderful combination.
There will always be two rubbers that every new rubber is compared to: Tenergy 05 and Hurricane 3 Neo.
I changed from European rubbers to Chinese rubbers, and I can confidently state that I will never revert. On my forehand (FH), I employ DHS Neo 3, which offers unparalleled control for my shots. It excels in generating spin on serves. Close to the net, the tacky surface facilitates short, low shots during touch play. The only drawback arises when countering topspins away from the table, as it necessitates slightly increased power to return effectively. Otherwise, it is an exceptional rubber.
I use this rubber for my forehand and am thoroughly impressed. It took some time to adjust, but now that I’m used to it, my game has improved significantly.
The spin I produce from my serves is good, but I believe it could be better with improved technique. My topspin drives and topspin/sidespin loops are spinny, and my attacks are fast if I swing quickly enough. Defending attacks are forgiving.
The short game is solid, producing a lot of backspin to force errors. Overall, this rubber is excellent. Get it and dominate your opponents.
This rubber is standard. I think this is suitable for forehand. It is good for speed and control wood because this rubber has slow speed.
Great for looping, this rubber offers good control and power. While not as good for driving, it is still suitable. This rubber encourages you to impart spin on the ball, whether it’s topspin or backspin.
I use this rubber on both the forehand (FH) and backhand (BH) of a DHS Wind Allround blade and absolutely love it! Initially, it is too tacky, making it slow and challenging to control. After about 10 hours of playing time, however, the tackiness diminishes slightly while the rubber remains incredibly sticky. This allows for exceptional spin generation while maintaining adequate speed and good control.
As a modern attacker who employs various stroke types, this rubber has significantly enhanced my gameplay. The spin is remarkable, and the control is reliable. The speed varies based on stroke effort, making both close-to-the-table and far-from-the-table play equally effective.
There are only two drawbacks to this rubber: its weight, which may not be an issue for individuals committed to developing strength, and its diminished effectiveness when chopping due to its stickiness. While some have expressed concerns about its sensitivity to incoming spin, I find that aggressive topspin shots often yield positive results. Overall, this is an outstanding product from DHS.
This rubber has typical Chinese characteristics. It is suitable for forehand use. Despite being Chinese rubber, it is fast and has an unusually high throw. It is a great rubber.
I gave it a 9 out of 10. For me, it’s perfect. I love Chinese hard rubbers, though I’ll probably test other soft ones if I have the money.
This is my first rubber, and not only are they cheap but they are of good quality for the price. I have both Forehand and Backhand on Waldner Senso Carbon V1 blade.
Its tackiness wears off a bit with time, but its hard sponge and pimple arrangement with its tackiness allows you to hit hard and consistently with the new plastic ball.
It’s perfect for the player who wants to perform good loops to the table with a medium throw angle, hard and deceiving against an opponent. If you hit the ball softly, it will go slowly.
This rubber is perfect for close games. However, if an opponent pressures you off the table, then Hurricane will help you counter loop and counter topsin flawlessly in accordance with your technique.
Overall, this is a rubber to win points with, but also to develop your own good technique because the off table is very forgiving. But remember, once you get Hurricane, you can’t go back! I love it!
This rubber is suitable for forehand play. It produces good spin effects.
This is a good tacky Chinese rubber. It provides great spin.
A very good and comfortable rubber for looping. With this rubber, you can vary the spins of the loops easily. However, due to its tackiness, the rubber is quite slow, requiring increased power to generate more speed. Performing power loops with this rubber can be exhausting, necessitating additional physical training. This rubber is not recommended for beginners.
Used as FH on various blades including a regular butterfly one, T11+, and lately DHS power G7. The best combo is the latest one. At the beginning, it was tacky, but in two weeks, it disappeared. The rubber is spinny, but you must spend a lot of energy, therefore highly tiring. Considering the price, it’s worth buying. Overall, it’s good for those wishing to improve their game.
The H3 rubber arrived in a DHS A6002 blade/rubber combo from the manufacturer, along with Tin Arc. When I acquired my new Bty Primorac Carbon, I transferred it to that blade and have enjoyed it since.
Pros:
This is a superior rubber to the Tin Arc. It offers greater speed, spin, and control. Its forgiving nature allows for shots to land consistently. Additionally, it generates impressive spin and boasts surprising speed. The performance of this rubber has greatly satisfied me, justifying its popularity.
Cons:
Despite my aggressive hitting style, the top sheet of the H3 rubber appears durable. However, it has exhibited a tendency to separate from the sponge along the edges when the ball is struck forcefully near the perimeter. Another drawback is its considerable weight.
I had this on my FH for a while looking for more spin. It’s there if you can utilize it. The sponge is not the hardest out there, but it’s harder than typical medium-hard and likely the hardest most people might try. The weight in red 2.15 is 49 g, so it is just getting too heavy on my personal scale.
I could not adjust to this rubber. It seemed to have good gears, but the speed was lacking without significant effort in the stroke. This Chinese rubber is of better quality and may be suitable for some players.
For my own use, I prefer a glued sheet of Mark V Max or Tenergy 05FX. I believe this rubber is style-oriented, as it is heavy and requires a lot of effort to tune. There is also some variation in quality from sheet to sheet.
Initial Impressions:
Initially, the rubber is highly tacky, but its tackiness gradually diminishes after two weeks of use. Initially, it plays slower but generates exceptional spin.
Medium-Term Performance:
Over time, the rubber becomes medium-tacky and gains enough speed for close and medium-distance play. It also feels slightly softer than when new.
Recommended Playstyle:
This rubber is suitable for aggressive all-round players and spin gameplay. The reviewer personally prefers it with its original tackiness.
Maintenance:
To maintain the rubber’s performance, it should be cleaned with sweat during the match and pure water after the match. Contrary to typical rubber cleaning methods, using cleaning sponges is not recommended for this specific rubber. Instead, the natural oils from your palm can enhance its performance.
Boosting:
Applying booster without removing the glue underneath the rubber results in a softer sponge, improved feel, increased gear, and a significant boost in both speed and spin (though this increase is less noticeable on flat shots).
Durability:
Despite accidentally hitting the blade against the table, the minor rubber injuries healed fully after two weeks, and the major injury reduced significantly. This healing is believed to be attributed to cleaning with sweat and using a protective sheet.
Additional Note:
As observed by other users, this rubber produces a high throw for slow loops and a low throw for faster loops.
Using it on Nittaku Russellfor 9.2 and Yasaka Extra C-Pen, one black on Nittaku and red on Yasaka, black gives more spin than red in my opinion. The sponge gives a tender feeling than the red also, but it might be due to the difference in wood of the blades I use.
Anyway, it’s a great rubber but not as great as the H3 provincial. Still, you can play quite well with it and it does the job right if you use it like you should. That means driving the ball and looping, but it’s also a good rubber for pushing and flicking with a lot of control and a really good feedback when getting into contact with the ball.
On the other hand, if you’re kind of sloppy with your stroke technique, you won’t like this rubber because to get what it has to give, you need to really do your movements right.
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Forehand or Backhand Compatible
Conclusion
Silent Killer
The Silent Killer!! has excellent spin power and superb chop attack, making it suitable for players who prefer hard sponges.
Durability Concerns
The only aspect of this rubber that I find disappointing is its durability. It is prone to swelling when re-glued more than 4-5 times, even if the procedure is carried out correctly.
I have switched to DHS Neo H3 on FH from European tensor rubbers. The main reasons for the switch are:
The only downside I can think of is that FH blocks are a bit soft because of the tack. But then, why not counter-hit instead of blocking on FH?
If you’re short of funds, this will suffice.
I recommend this sheet for intermediate players as it’s not easy to tame. It requires some time and good technique to get used to it. When you loop and hit the sweet spot, it gives a nice muted “thud”. However when you miss cue or hit flat and hard, it gives out a metallic “tink” sound.
With the tacky surface, it attracts a lot of dust, so you need to keep it clean with a rubber cleaner after every session. I wouldn’t say it’s my favourite rubber, but for the price, it’s hard to beat!
Less power, but very spinny.
This is an occasional rubber made for fast blades. I personally have a DHS Hurricane Long I with this rubber for both FH and BH. If someone asks me, this would be one of the best options (considering the price of course!). The hurricane long blade with this rubber works excessively due to the speed of the blade, tackiness of the rubber and above normal control of both.
I like this rubber better than some others even with higher prices; here is some advice as a conclusion: To save your money and have an almost excellent racket, invest in a very fast blade with good control, and then use tacky rubbers with normal speed which are not very expensive and get (almost) the same result as Tenergy, Butterfly SpinArt, Rakza7, etc…
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H3 NEO Red 2.2 40deg. Table Tennis Rubber Review
Currently using H3 NEO Red 2.2 40deg. on the forehand (FH) of a Joola Flame Fast blade, I am more than pleased with its performance. It required a few hours of break-in, but it now plays exceptionally well. This is my first experience using Chinese rubber, and I am thoroughly enjoying it.
The H3 NEO Red 2.2 40deg. rubber is versatile and suitable for various playing styles, particularly for close to mid and far from the table. However, when playing farther from the table, it becomes necessary to generate additional power.
Regarding durability, I have only used the rubber for two months, so I cannot provide a definitive assessment. However, after two months of use, it has maintained its performance without any noticeable decline.
Update:
I have since discovered that the H3 NEO Red 2.2 40deg. rubber pairs better with flexible and faster blades. Additionally, its durability is remarkable.
It is a very good rubber!
The first impressions you’ll think it is a very fast rubber, but then when you play with it you’ll see it’s not too fast and hard.
Spin is awesome. Its tackiness makes the due time longer, generating more spin and control.
At all it is a great rubber, but for people who like non-tacky rubbers, I don’t recommend it.
Great forehand rubber for loopers, high throw on soft loops and low throw on killer loops. It offers great control but it is not the best for flat hitting, especially far from the table. But who cares, this stuff easily eats the opponent’s backspin!
This is a very nice rubber. It can be used well when playing close to or far from the table.
When I applied the rubber to my blade, I was amazed. My loops were significantly improved, and I noticed a significant increase in power upon impact with the table.
I have tried a couple of sheets of commercial H3 over the years but never really liked them. I decided to give this neo H3 a try. To be honest with you, I cannot seem to put the ball on the table. It seems to be the highest throw rubber I have ever seen.
I did like the sponge, and attaching it to the blade was neat. But despite using a lot of other Chinese rubber in the past, I can’t seem to use this. I also got a sheet of Skyline 3 Neo at the same time, and that is much, much easier to use.
Loop Monster by DHS
Loop Monster by DHS is a super fast and spinney table tennis rubber. It excels in top gear, providing amazing spin and control. However, in medium gear, it may fall short compared to tensor rubbers, which have advanced technology that enhances performance in this range.
Despite this slight drawback, Loop Monster remains one of my favorite rubbers for forehand play, ranking alongside TG3 on various sponge types (including Neo, Blue, and Old Glue Sponge).
Enjoy table tennis!
The Hurricane 3 rubber is not bouncy at all. If you drop the ball onto the racket, it will bounce only 3 times. In contrast, other rubbers will bounce 8-9 times.
This huge difference in bounce may be significant for those who are accustomed to using bouncy Japanese rubbers. It may take some time to adjust to the Hurricane 3’s non-bouncy nature.
Ultimately, the suitability of the Hurricane 3 rubber is a matter of personal preference. Some may appreciate its non-bouncy characteristics, while others may find it too restrictive. I personally did not enjoy the Hurricane 3 and sold it after an hour of use.
This rubber is a great value for its low cost. It offers good performance at a fraction of the price of other high-end rubbers. It provides a decent amount of spin and control, making it a good choice for both offensive and defensive players. Overall, this rubber is a great option for those looking for a good performing rubber without breaking the bank.
However, it’s important to note that this rubber may not be as durable as some of the more expensive options. It may wear out more quickly, especially if you play frequently. Additionally, it may not provide as much power or spin as some of the higher-end rubbers.
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Hurricane 3 Neo is a one-of-a-kind rubber. It can generate an immense amount of spin, but sometimes, with a slight change of angle, it generates no spin at all. I believe this is because I am just starting to use it. I think it has the potential for creating great serves.
Speed is above average, but to make full use of its ability, it takes time to master. It is worth its price of S$35. I play penhold, but I think this rubber is better suited for a shakehand style. I looped with it with penhold but no spin was generated. However, it is really hard to block an attack from a shakehand user. The combination of slow and spinny confuses many. Overall, it is a great rubber.
This rubber offers good performance, but it falls short in terms of bounciness. However, its sticky topsheet makes it an excellent choice for serving. Despite being a bit too hard, it is an overall remarkable rubber. However, it requires a certain level of strength to generate significant spin.
This rubber is relatively inexpensive, which may tempt beginners to purchase and experiment with it. However, this is a common beginner error that should be avoided.
Chinese rubbers (primarily those from DHS) are typically fast, heavy, hard, tacky, and challenging to control for beginners. While they may be suitable for over-the-table play, looping becomes extremely difficult without adequate strength and technique.
The weight of these rubbers makes control challenging, and their hardness minimizes touch. Blocking becomes unreliable, with balls tending to drop into the net. Additionally, their tackiness increases spin sensitivity.
These factors can be overwhelming for both beginners and intermediate players. It is generally recommended that players with less than five years of experience avoid these rubbers, as they can hinder stroke development. Opting for softer, more forgiving Japanese rubbers is a wiser choice for beginners.
Coming from a Japanese soft rubber, it was very awkward the first time I used this rubber. Give it a few weeks and you’ll be playing along great with it. It’s very spinny, and very durable if taken good care of. Mine lasted for 2 years, with a big drop in spin though, but still, it will make your opponents cry.
After testing it out a bit, I found it felt great from the beginning. The switch from European non-tacky to Chinese tacky rubber was easy, and I didn’t have to make any major movement changes. I felt it performed really well on all kinds of topspins but less so on no-spin drives. Additionally, there was no catapult effect whatsoever, so boosting it a little bit might help.
This rubber is not as good as H3.
The rubber provides good spin and control. However, it may require a booster to enhance its performance fully.
I recently used this rubber for my backhand. It has nice control, but the power is quite lower than I expected. However, I can say that this rubber is really suitable for someone looking for great control and a medium-low trajectory.
VERY impressive speed and spin capabilities, but only when you play like a monster. Pretty good short game and serves. Blocks are bad because of the dead sponge, but H3N allows you to counter loop-drive very easily. Nice and interesting rubber.
Very good rubber for forehand, but not remarkably fast. It provides excellent spin, causing difficulties for opponents in counterlooping (even against Tenergy 25). This rubber is also ideal for serves and blocks. However, it may not perform well when playing at a distance from the table. Its quality may slightly deteriorate after about six months of use.
This rubber is particularly well-suited for backhands, especially for players who lack power in this area. The extra bounce it provides greatly assists in backhand loops or flicks.
However, it is not particularly tacky or spinny.
I use this rubber on my backhand. It produces a lot of winners for me, making it one of the best rubbers I have tried.
It performs well for serving and can produce a lot of spin on any type of stroke. This rubber is definitely a winner.
However, it requires good timing to unleash its full potential.
I use one on my FH on a Hinoki Shake Swift blade (medium). I found it very easy to do 3rd ball loops. However, because of the hardness of the sponge, 6th ball drives are always trickier (for me!). This rubber is awesome, but it is hard to get the right angle.
Lately, I use it on my forehand due to its tremendous spin and speed. However, I bought this for my backhand. It lacks consistency, but perhaps I need more practice. It’s awesome on both forehand and backhand. It can also create a very spinny serve. I forgot to mention that this is my first rubber. It’s a very tacky rubber, and that’s why I love it! It’s my favorite rubber for now.
Amazingly tacky and spinny rubber with good speed. I’m using it on my forehand, and my sidespin and topspin loop have never been better. However, it gets dirty very quickly and loses its tackiness. After cleaning it, the rubber shines again.
Technology is awesome. I used this rubber and am still using it. It offers great spin in looping. My game has now become flawless. But there is always something to learn. Hurricane 3 Neo, I am your fan, and a big one too.
Definitely a slower rubber. I don’t know why people rate the speed of this rubber at 8.6.
The best sponge that I have ever played with.
DHS Hurricane 3 Neo is a good sponge for me. I recommend all my students to play with it!
Carrim Modaykhan.
This is the best Chinese rubber that I’ve ever used. You can generate a lot of speed and spin with nice control. That’s why Ma Long used it on his forehand. Smashing, blocking, chopping, and topspinning are really easy using this rubber. I use 2.2mm on my forehand.
This table tennis rubber is superb. It provides excellent spin and control, allowing for precise shots and aggressive play. The rubber also has a high level of durability, ensuring it will last for a long time.
I previously played with the DHS TG Skyline 2. I chose the DHS Neo Hurricane 3 because I needed more speed, and this rubber delivers. While it feels slow during normal strokes or slow hits, it provides ample speed for attacks.
Despite being hard by European and American standards, the sponge is slightly smoother than other Chinese rubbers. Blocking is not ideal due to the high ball bounce angle, which often results in the ball not reaching the table.
However, looping and topspin are exceptional with this rubber. The tacky surface generates so much spin that opponents find it challenging to block the ball effectively. The third ball attack is also impressive.
Serving is another strength of this rubber. The heavy spin it imparts on the ball makes serves more dangerous.
Overall, the DHS Neo Hurricane 3 is a formidable rubber for aggressive play. It is not suitable for passive play and demands an active playing style. I am considering trying the Neo Hurricane 3 Provincial or National version, as they are said to offer improved smoothness and control.
The price of this rubber is reasonable.
Improved from H3.
I bought this rubber because I tried it on my friend’s blade and it performed well. It was spinny, which made it great for serves and continuous rallies.
However, when I put it on my Sardius blade, the performance was not as good. It was difficult to break in, reacted too much, and lacked power.
I just hit with this rubber, with a little effort, but the effect of spin is marvelous.
The rubber is good overall.
However, because this rubber is a bit slow, you should try not to go far from the table.
Additionally, you need to use Chinese-style strokes for better performance.
Surprisingly good FH rubber. I liked it a lot since the first time I played with it. I’ll give it a few months’ credit.
This rubber is excellent when used with speed glue and booster.
I love this rubber! If you have fast legs and great technique, this is the best rubber for you. When you have enough physics, you can dominate the game with it!
However, it’s not good for playing a slow-motion game. It requires acceleration and you always have to spin the ball, no flat. Flat strokes have no control. Just spin, and remember that control is in spin.
In the short game (and returning serves), also spin, but more delicate and fast.
So if you want to take your table tennis skills to the next level, then learn to play with this rubber!
This rubber excels in forehand play. While not remarkably fast, it provides excellent control and spin generation. Arguably, it is one of the most spin-oriented rubbers available.
The versatility of this rubber is exceptional. It is capable of executing a wide range of techniques, from powerful smashes and looping drives to precise chopping strokes. It is one of the few rubbers that can genuinely perform any table tennis technique effectively.
The best forehand rubber I have ever used. Definitely have to adjust your stroke (racket angle and forward momentum) to get the best out of it though. Can’t wait to get my hands on a provincial.
I’ve bought this rubber three or four times, but have only gotten one good sheet. Unfortunately, that sheet only played at its peak for a month. None of the sheets I received matched the speed or spin of Tenergry, which I usually use on my forehand. I guess you get what you pay for. You can either buy several sheets of this to find a good one, or you can get one sheet of Tenergry and know that it’s good. Financially, it seems like you would be spending the same amount of money. Butterfly prices suck, but at least you get what you pay for. I am very unhappy with this product.
Unlimited gears, more than sufficient tackiness—a rubber for spinfreaks.
I love this rubber. It’s great for looping.
Unfortunately, it is inconsistent. But when you get a good sheet, it’s amazing.
I use it on my forehand on the Galaxy V-14 blade.
This special rubber is very fast and generates a lot of spin.
Good for looping against backspin and smashing. I find it very powerful, so choppers cannot find clues against it.
It feels a bit heavy. Pushes are often not controllable.
It shines in a power attack spin-based game.
I used this rubber on the forehand side of a Yasaka Ma Lin Soft (OFF-), yet I still couldn’t control it.
I use this for forehand. It gives so much spin with good speed.
This rubber has a ridiculously high throw, but once you break it in, you will learn to love it. It has great speed and a great sound. I found the sound a bit weird at first, but now I love it.
Good rubber for forehand, but optimal performance is achieved after one month and requires a blade with some flex.
Serve: Good, but lacks speed for fast serves.
Return of serve: Good for short balls, but reacts to spin on medium length serves.
Opening/3rd ball attack: Excellent spin and high throw on forehand. Adjust technique for lower backspin balls.
Block: Fine and consistent.
Counter: Very good, but requires a more closed bat due to a reactive sponge at mid-distance.
Conclusion: Performs like a Euro-Jap rubber at mid-distance for counter looping, superior for opening loops on forehand. Good spin on serve, but lacks speed for long serves. Returns are slightly weaker due to spin sensitivity. Requires 2 weeks to 1 month for optimal playability.
This rubber is one of the best Chinese rubbers I have ever tried. DHS has been able to put extra speed into the NEO sponge. I am using it on a control blade now, so I am mostly using it for topspin rather than hitting it deeply into the blade. If you are able to use only the topsheet and the sponge to create offensive strokes on your control blade, it becomes very fast. However, too much friction between the rubber and the sponge has caused it to become softer, thus making it powerful for topspinning attacks.
After using a Tensor (Vega Pro B 2.0) for several months, I decided to try the legendary H3 with 2.2 NEO sponge. I believe this rubber will become my permanent choice for my forehand.
After adjusting my strokes, I found that the control provided by the H3 is excellent. It offers a range of gears, allowing for slow play with the help of its tackiness and powerful, spin-heavy drives.
The value-to-price ratio of the H3 is outstanding. I highly recommend any offensive player to give this rubber a try.
Okay, I have tried this rubber on a few different blades now. This rubber is a little hard to get used to. It has a large gear range and needs to be used by an offensive/aggressive player.
The ball curve/arch on this rubber is crazy! I’ve never used a rubber with as close to as much hook while looping. Once I got my looping consistent with it, they were rarely returned.
I like this rubber, just be warned it takes some practice to get a feel for it.
I use this rubber on my forehand (RED 2.1mm) on a Butterfly Kong Linghui blade. I loop on my forehand from mid-distance to close table with topspin.
When I load the ball with side spin and loop, the ball is almost undefendable. The ball spins off the opponent’s bat and off the table in various angles. A very spinny rubber that loads the ball well. Opponents and training partners have commented positively on the spin.
Mixed with Skyline 2 Neo on my backhand, this is the best rubber combination I have used.
Very good rubber. It allows all kinds of looping, and is good at short game.
I have tried this rubber and it is amazing. This rubber is designed for topspin players and has a slightly tacky topsheet.
I won’t put ratings, just a comment.
I’ve played 3-4 sessions with it so far. 39 degrees. This is an interesting rubber with the largest gear range I’ve seen - so slow on slow shots, yet surprisingly fast on fast ones. It’s easier for 3rd ball than for longer rallies as it requires more grazing style of looping to be consistent.
It has a large throw angle variation, high throw for slow shots, significantly lower with speed shots. This makes it harder for me to determine bat angle because it needs to be more closed for slow loops as they tend to go over the table, while fast counters need not too closed bat to go over the net. Because it is this specific, it needs some time to get used to.
The spin is strong (but there are stronger ones), topsheet is semi-tacky - my red didn’t hold the ball even new except for a very brief moment. It’s better for flat-hitting than most Chinese rubbers. It rewards adding some wrist in FH stroke. It’s less consistent for slow looping. It has some sensitivity to incoming spin. It’s good for serving. My 39 deg does not feel hard without tuning (I never tune).
It is a really good rubber, but it is heavy. So, think about which blade you put it on. Anyway, it’s not that hard at all, it’s only 40 degrees.
When I first used it, I was impressed with it. (My playing style is aggressive topspin strategy.) I can make a good topspin with a great speed with my FH better than T64 n T05. I can also make a good service whether the backspin serves or chop serves, it goes perfectly well n very spinny. Looping?? I can say its extremely well than T05 (729 ATT CA Carbon Blade Palio Macro Pro on my BH side H3 NEO are on my FH side.)
Ultimate forehand rubber. If you play close to the table loop or over the table loop, 3rd ball attack and love to swing hard, then this rubber is for you.
Great spin on serves and looping. However, had some issues with pushing/looping when tsp spectol pushed a ball to me.
Cons: Commercial DHS rubbers vary between batches, but there’s nothing that can be done about it.
Pros:
It took me about a week to break this in. Loops with side spin have a large hook. Speed is good. Control could be slightly better. It feels lighter than Hurricane 2 (commercial). It is a tacky rubber, but not as sticky as my old Hurricane 2.
Durability:
1st month: Peak performance. Excellent spin and speed.
2-3 months: Good performance. Noticeable drop in spin. Speed is slightly slower.
3+ months: Average spin and speed. Good control, especially for backhand.
This rubber is great for both backhand and forehand. It provides excellent spin, good speed, and very good control. It is also incredible for serves and very affordable.
Good spin.
Max Sponge, Black: Incredible control, decent spin and speed. It has 2 or 3 gears and provides a nice feeling.
Compared to the H3 commercial, this rubber has better bounce and zip, although it is less tacky.
I liked it! Not sure if I’ll stick with it, but it’s definitely fun to play with coming from speed glued Tackifire Special Soft.
Neo H3 has nice midcourt power, which is pretty much what speed glued regular H3 provided. It also has great serves and pushes.
My only problems were putting away high balls. It’s very difficult with Neo H3’s harder sponge, but I hope to adapt soon or just twirl like what you see the Chinese players do.
Glued Hurricane 3 used to be my favorite backhand rubber for its power and consistency. But then came the speed glue ban era. I definitely believe this is the answer to that era. It plays better than I ever remember a glued Hurricane 3 playing.
Very consistent backhand looping and driving rubber. Not to mention excellent spin for serving and pushing.
This is a very good rubber. My third ball attacks using my forehand have never been better.
Not as fast as the old prov h3 glued up, but not too bad. Unfortunately, I ripped my topsheet on my first session, but that was my fault…
Pretty good spin, better than tenergy or whale II though slightly slower. More controllable and easier to loop bottom spin, but far table lacks some power.
Serves are spinny as hell, and short table receives are pretty controlled as well.
All in all, a pretty good rubber.
BTW, the neo is softer than the original.
Good for loopers…recommend harder, faster blades =).
Great rubber for the price. It is very much like the original H3 but with a bit more zip. It is nowhere near as fast or spinny as a glued H3, but that’s not an option these days.
This is a great rubber and comes at a budget-friendly price compared to other rubbers. Some people find it slow, because when you play close to the table, the tackiness plays an important role. However, if you hit the ball hard, it bounces quite fast. Thus, slow hits are slow, and fast hits are fast. Overall, it is a great rubber.
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Buy some Haifu booster and this rubber. Boost the rubber. Put it on a fast outer layer carbon blade… and if you’re into tacky spinny Chinese rubbers, you just got the perfect setup. World class.
I am actually getting tired of ESN rubbers. There are only so many ways to reinvent the wheel. I am gravitating towards fast Chinese rubbers or the new hybrids that don’t require boosting. Currently loving the Tibhar Hybrid K3 as it’s grippy spinny with total control yet a tiger underneath ready to roar with the very hard sponge. Best of 2 worlds. However… this DHS rubber done with proper boosting is very very similar as its only weakness is speed which can be fixed.
Just put this layer of booster on and play.
Magic spin and control. If you know how to unlock all gears, this is an unbelievable rubber. I tell you there is no better rubber for forehand than Hurricane.
Good for the price, but lacks power when not boosted. Overall, it’s hard.
This rubber is of awesome quality, especially if spinning is your forte. The price point is just perfect and good for practicing the Chinese playing style.
Great rubber with good spin.
I purchased one piece of DHS Neo3 black with 2.15 thickness from tt.store.eu on 22-09-2023. It was surprisingly cheap at 15 euros.
However, to my dismay, the rubber had a hologram but lacked the usual smell and tackiness that I have experienced with this product in the past. I am concerned that this may be a bad batch.
Very nice rubber. Due to its tackiness, it is very good in the short game. It can be played very slow, but on a full arm swing, it becomes very fast. I really like the very low throw angle with the long curve, as it lets my enemies struggle against my topspins. It feels super controllable as well. It is nicely cheap, which makes it acceptable that the durability is not high.
Review: New Formula Hurricane Rubber
This review covers the new formula Hurricane rubber. I have tested it on a Timo Boll ALC blade with 39-degree unboosted and boosted settings, and a 40-degree boosted setting.
As the rubber gets harder, it demands better footwork. Compared to D09c, it offers slightly more spin and control. The throw angle is medium and feels natural, eliminating the need for conscious arc adjustment.
Speed is adequate for blocks and passive play but not its forte. The rubber’s popularity makes it an affordable experiment at around €20 per sheet. I recommend playing unboosted with a softer sponge (38-39 degrees is preferable to 40).
The difference between 39-degree and 40-degree boosted settings is significant. The 39-degree setting provides more speed on slower spin shots, while the 40-degree setting generates more spin and power on harder impact balls and counters.
The second bounce of these rubbers is extreme, creating a faster, lower, and spinnier shot compared to Tenergy 05. For active play, DHS Hurricane is formidable due to its exceptional control and spin.
I have not played with the national version, so I compare it to D09c, T05, and Hurricane 2 neo. Hurricane 3 has an impressive lifespan and exhibits durability with both new and old badges.
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