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The DHS Hurricane 3 (Provincial) is a premier table tennis rubber known for its exceptional spin and control, making it a favorite among competitive players. With a speed rating of 8.5 and a spin rating of 9.3, this rubber excels in delivering powerful loops and heavy topspin shots. Its tacky topsheet ensures excellent grip on the ball, allowing players to execute spin-heavy serves and chops effectively. The control rating of 8.7 indicates that it is versatile enough to cater to various playing styles, from aggressive attackers to strategic defenders.
The Hurricane 3 (Provincial) features a medium weight of approximately 6.6, which strikes a balance between maneuverability and stability during play. However, players should note that while its initial performance is impressive, the rubber may lose its tackiness and spin after extensive use, leading to concerns regarding durability. Reviews suggest that after around 10 sessions, the rubber’s performance may drop, becoming less effective in terms of spin and speed.
Alternative options for players seeking similar characteristics but with longer durability include the commercial version of the Hurricane 3 Neo, which reportedly retains its spin and speed for a longer duration. Players might also consider the Skyline series or other high-quality Chinese rubbers that offer great spin and control without the significant drop-off in performance.
In summary, the DHS Hurricane 3 (Provincial) is an excellent rubber for players seeking to enhance their offensive game with its remarkable spin and control, despite the need to manage its durability as a potential drawback.
Blade: Butterfly Viscaria
FH: Hurricane 3 Provincial 39 Degree 2.2mm
BH: Skyline 2 Neo 39 Degree 2.15mm
I used this setup with this rubber sheet from Megaspin for about a year. This is the best forehand rubber I have used to date. It plays similarly to the commercial Neo version of Hurricane but is improved in terms of speed and spin. The most noticeable difference is the AMAZING catapult effect when brushing the ball. Chinese rubbers generally exhibit this effect where upon making solid contact, the rubber hits the opponent’s side of the table and immediately speeds up, making it difficult for the opponent to react. This is particularly evident with this rubber. Against chops and backspin, this rubber performs exceptionally well. I would say this rubber truly excels from a mid-distance where the catapult effect combined with the spin makes the rubber harder to keep on the table at close range. The only downside of the rubber is its durability. For the first 10 sessions or so, this rubber performed incredibly, but noticeably declined after that. I have another setup with just the commercial H3Neo that I’ve been using for even longer than this and it still retains its spin and speed. After 20 sessions, this rubber is virtually dead, with average spin and speed. If you run your finger across the top sheet, it slides across now, compared to when it used to hold your finger in place due to the tack.
Overall, this is still my favorite rubber for FH, but due to the durability issues, I decided it was more feasible to use a boosted H3 Neo commercial. If not for the durability, I would rate this a 9 like the Commercial H3 Neo. It’s still a game-changing rubber! Recommend!
Speed: MX-P> Tenergy 05> Hurricane 3 Provincial> H3=H8
Spin: H8 Hard > H3 Provincial > H3 Neo > ten 05> MX-P.
Amazing rubber with great speed and spin potential. However, the tackiness diminishes after a few sessions, making it harder to generate spin. Without the tackiness, the rubber may feel dead compared to Tenergys. The dense sponge makes the ball fly away quickly.
To play effectively with this rubber, a solid technique and powerful strokes are essential. If you can harness its potential, it is definitely worth the investment.
Been playing with DHS H3 provincial version for quite some time. The sponge is orange #20 sponge and its hardness is 41 degrees. It has 6 edges compared to 8 edges (commercial) and 4 edges (National). The sponge is also available in 38, 39 and 40 degrees.
Spin is very heavy, but this is dependent on the blade you use and its properties. I am currently using the H3 (2.2mm) on my forehand with Dr Neubauer Killer 1.5mm (Backhand) on Joola Kool Blade. The blade is a balsa composite with texalium, pine, and limba and is 10mm thick in total.
So definitely there is plenty of power and also a nice touch on passive shots. The spin from the forehand is very strong, and flat hitting and driving is extremely good. I must stress that it is the blade and its properties that influence how the rubbers will play, and not the other way. So it’s important to pair up your equipment to suit your style.
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