DHS Tin Arc 3

Review of Table Tennis Rubber

Pros:

• Best rubber for current level
• Less dense sponge than Goldarc 8
• Spin and speed depend on technique and strength
• Low trajectory, great spin, and controllable speed
• Great blocking control
• Improved looping for underspin

Cons:

• Not tacky
• Heavier than Yasaka rubbers

Specific Observations:

• For close-up topspins, overshooting the table may occur with flat hits
• In comparison to Yasaka Razka 7:
  • Razka 7 is better for blocking and less sensitive to spin and touch
  • Razka 7 is more suitable for flat hitting, while TA3 is better for under-spin lifting
• Razka 7 provides similar quality for lifts and flicks, with a minor difference in performance

Overall Recommendation:

Recommended for players seeking a rubber that maintains pace from medium to far from the table.

Speed: 8
Spin: 9
Hardness: Medium

This rubber provides good control.

However, on the first day of use, the rubber is hard. By the third day, it softens down to a medium hardness.

Right now I use this TA3 on my backhand. H 35, 2.0mm and black. I’m coming from using DHS Hurricane 8, H 39, 2.15mm, black. These rubbers are very different. The TA3 is much less spin sensitive, so it’s a lot easier to return high spin serves and brush loops. It’s very soft, so it’s quite slow compared to the H8 (even if the H8 is a bit slow as well). TA3 doesn’t “go” by itself. You’ll have to work it good and make the full strokes to get the most out of it, otherwise the ball often goes in the net. Perhaps this is mainly the H 35 sponge being to slow and not so forgiving.

On the other side, it’s easy to block loops and place them well, and the pushing and short game is much easier to handle.

Now I’ve only played about 10 hours with my new setup, and if I have another feel in the future, I will change my review.

Blade: Friendship 729 L3 FL
FH: DHS Skyline TG2 NEO, H 39, 2.15mm
BH: DHS TinArc 3, H 35, 2.0mm

Update: Now I have tried the TA3 2.1mm H37 Red on my 729 V-6 blade. It gives me a better feeling in my backhand. You don’t have to put so much effort in your strikes to get the ball over the net. When I put it on forehand and test some brush loops, the feeling is good, but the ball always comes back. The spin and catapult effect isn’t anything like Skyline/Hurricane NEO rubbers, so I will keep it on my backhand. Weight cut 2.1mm H37: 48-51g. 2.0mm H35: 46g.

I have a question. Is it good to combine DHS Magician M-2 with DHS Hurricane 8 on the forehand side and DHS Tin Arc 3 on the backhand side, or would it be too heavy?

The rubber has a mid-long dwell time, which allows for a lot of spin and control, even when using a stiff blade. Therefore, this rubber is more suited for a looping playing style.

Nice rubber with good control, speed, and spin.

This rubber offers reasonable speed, comparable to Yasaka Pryde for offensive double players. It excels in enhancing long and fast no-spin service, forehand top spin, and backspin. While it performs well for pushing, it struggles with hard pushes (returning left and right spins).

Despite these drawbacks, the rubber’s overall performance is satisfactory, especially considering its affordable price point compared to Yasaka Pryde. However, it is not ideal for defenders and lacks proficiency in flicking shots.

One of the best rubbers I’ve used so far. The “digs” are impressive. The throw angle is quite low, and I was impressed with how this rubber performed on my Donic Impulse Blade. It feels excellent for my forehand (aggressive 3rd ball attack). The service is okay as well, providing a lot of spin, especially on reverse tomahawks and pendulum serves. The price is also reasonable. Overall, I would rate it 8.5/10.

DHS Hurricane 3 Neo Rubber Review

Sponge Hardness:

DHS states that 2.0mm rubbers feature a soft sponge, while MAX thickness rubbers have a medium-hard sponge. This aligns with my experience, as my MAX version rubber is significantly harder than its 5.5-rated softness.

Performance:

Upon initial use on my forehand, I found the rubber to be unremarkable. However, when I switched it to my backhand, I was astonished by its exceptional combination of control and power. The low throw angle facilitates easy opening up against pushes and enables precise, slow, and spinny loops. Counterattacking is also effortless from a distance, surpassing the capabilities of other rubbers.

Weight and Handling:

As noted by many users, the rubber is quite heavy. I glued it onto an extremely lightweight balsa blade, resulting in a much heavier setup when mounted on a standard blade. To mitigate this, I recommend trimming the rubber as close to the blade as feasible to minimize weight.

Overall Assessment:

The DHS Hurricane 3 Neo rubber stands out for its exceptional spin and control capabilities. Despite its weight, it delivers impressive speed, making it a versatile and high-performing choice.

It’s a good start from DHS. It’s a fairly average rubber with ok speed and spin. The control is pretty good. I wasn’t really wowed by anything as it pertained to this rubber but I would like to see DHS continue to improve upon this type of rubber.

You can use this rubber on either forehand or backhand. It is one of the best rubbers produced by DHS. This rubber can generate an incredible spin even though the top sheet is only a bit tacky. Looping with this rubber is very easy, but you need to hit the ball with enough force and good contact for the sponge to react and be springy. The only problem I have with this rubber is that I cannot chop confidently because I cannot produce a good underspin with it.

The sponge is medium hard and the rubber is grippy.

However, the rubber’s appearance is unappealing. After only a month of use, it takes on a very bad and dirty look, even though it still performs well.

This is just an optical issue, but it is one that I dislike. It seems to be typical for Chinese rubbers.

Coming from classic rubbers, I found the Tin Arc a great one. It has a small catapult effect which is very useful to me on blocks. It has more spin and speed than classics and almost the same control. However, it’s a little heavier and more fragile than Sriver and Mark V.

This rubber is a great all-around option. It provides a good balance of spin, speed, and control, making it suitable for a wide range of players. It is also relatively easy to play with, requiring minimal special training time.

Overall, this is a great choice for players who are looking for a versatile and easy-to-use rubber.

Speed is like Tenergry 05. This is the most control rubber that I have ever seen. Even better than Xiom Sigma Pro. You just feel the ball with extreme sensation and control. I can push the ball exactly where you want. The spin also is very good.

Only 1 thing I don’t like is the weight. This is very bad. My rubber weight is: 57g and size 152 x 158. For example, my Xiom Sigma Pro on B is 50 g and Andro Hexer Powersponge is 42g with the same size. It is up to you what you choose.

I bought this in Hong Kong and was impressed by how well this rubber works on me.

Topspin is so consistent and the bounce is very strong, very good for aggressive medium/long table players.

Overall, I like this very much. It improved my style of play from an aggressive-defensive to a pure aggressive type, which is what I really wanted to do.

Mejor que las DHS normales, pero prefiero Donic, Yasaka, Stiga o Andro.

I had one session with this rubber yesterday, and all I can say is wow… what a rubber!

If you’re looking for a control rubber with lots of spin, look no further. The sponge is soft but not mushy soft. I use it on a hard, stiff blade, and I get the best of both worlds. It’s a perfect combination.

I don’t know about durability yet, but DHS products are generally very good in that department.

After spending all that money trying all that equipment like the Tenergy series, this is it for me. In fact, this rubber behaves like a T-05, but with more control. Try it, you’ll like it… and it’s $40 less, which makes it a great product indeed.

Some have said that this rubber is a substitute for T05, but in fact, the only substitute for T05 or any other rubber is itself. That said, TinArc 3 is unique in its own right. It offers the best control, excellent spin, and fast pace on hard and medium-hard blades, such as carbon and hard 7-ply wood blades. Overall, it is a great rubber indeed.

I’m just a casual player who plays 12 games per day, five days per week after work.

My previous rubber: DHS H2 Non-Neo 2.2 (19 sponge) on both sides
My new rubber: TA3 35 deg 2.1 on both sides

Comments for the first day (comparing to H2):

1. The serve has decreased.
2. The ball is more bouncy.
3. Backhand topspin near the net on the table has become easier (I don’t know what this is called).
4. The rubber is much heavier. After 12 games non-stop, my elbow tensed up (whereas I didn’t feel any tension with H2).

I thought that if I bought a softer sponge, I’d get lighter rubber, but I think I was wrong.

DHS Tin Arc 3 Review

Design:
The rubber design of the topsheet is impressive.

Control:
This rubber provides excellent control, allowing the ball to follow the desired trajectory with precision. It earns a 10/10 rating for control.

Spin:
The Tin Arc 3 generates significant spin because it requires a brushing motion rather than flat hits. As an adjustment from using a soft forehand rubber, an 8/10 rating is given for spin.

Speed:
The ball speed is slightly lower than anticipated, but it remains sufficient to support offensive play. A 7/10 rating is assigned for speed.

Heaviness:
The heaviness of the rubber aids in serving by enabling greater wrist power and spin.

Service:
Serving with this rubber is highly effective due to its combination of heavy spin and excellent control. It deserves a 9/10 rating for service.

Overall:
The Tin Arc 3 is a rubber that demands a brushing motion rather than flat hits. It suits players with prior experience using Chinese rubbers, who may experience a shorter adjustment period. Adjustment may take longer for those accustomed to softer rubbers like the Donic Desto F3. Overall, the reviewer expresses satisfaction with this new rubber.

This semi-tacky rubber is quite different from what I usually use. I was quite surprised at how consistent and spinny my forehand loops were. Combined with the TBS, my third ball attacks devastated my opponents.

Serving was a little different and hard to get used to, but I soon adjusted. Smashing is great, and pushing is fairly good too (not as good as Hurricane 3 though). This rubber would also suit as a backhand rubber because of its softer sponge.

Nittaku Hurricane Long AR Review:

Taking a step forward from the Hurricane and Skyline series, this Nittaku rubber strikes a great balance between speed, spin, and control. Its versatility allows for play close to or far from the table. Looping is made effortless, and the ball flies with impressive speed. Compared to the Hurricane and Skyline, it boasts a shorter dwell time.

For those seeking to enhance their game’s pace with Chinese rubber, this offering is highly recommended, alongside the Outlaw Gambler.

Es sencillamente increíble: muy rápida, mucho spin, control increíble.

Eso, sumado a que utilizo un madero de balsa con fibra, la hace realmente rápida. Es la mejor goma que he tenido, incluyendo las Tenergry.

It is a very good rubber from DHS. Honestly, I am very surprised. The problem is that every company is copying some form of new technology from Butterfly. Keep experimenting. Good job, very good job.

Review:
This rubber is excellent!

I use it on my forehand. It has a higher throw than the TinArc and the sponge is slightly harder than the TinArc 37D 2.0.

If you try it, you will like it. Do not use it with a fast blade or a blade with no dwell time because it will not spin much.

This is easier to use than, for example, the H3NEO. It is also more consistent.

Overall, this is a great product from DHS and I highly recommend it.

Review:

• Speed: 8.8
• Spin: 9.6
• Control: 9.6

Pros:

• Good catapult effect
• Provides excellent control
• Versatile rubber suitable for all-around play

Cons:

• May not provide enough speed for aggressive players