Donic BlueGrip V1

It is with some sadness that I write this review for a rubber I truly liked but that has since been discontinued. The Donic Bluegrip V1 has been a remarkable companion to my table tennis journey. I purchased it back in 2019 upon returning to the sport after decades away from the tables.

Initially, I glued the Bluegrip V1 to a Butterfly Schlager Carbon blade simply because it was the blade I had available. This configuration brought me immense joy. The forehand was powerful and exceptionally spinny, albeit a bit challenging to control—understandable, considering I was untrained and the Schlager Carbon is a truly explosive blade.

By 2023, after dedicating time to training, I was proud to win third place at a regional championship, largely thanks to the powerful forehand that this rubber helped me develop.

Today, as I write this, I am using the Bluegrip V1 on a light Yinhe T11S blade, awaiting the arrival of the Bluegrip V1’s successor, the Bluegrip J1. While I wait for the new rubber to arrive by mail, I continue to enjoy the Bluegrip V1 on my Yinhe T11S. I find it offers a great balance of control, spin, and speed. My local friends, unfamiliar with hybrid rubbers, often comment on how my forehand balls look unusual—they float high in the air before suddenly dropping onto the table. That is the distinct high-arc trajectory characteristic of hybrid rubbers.

Rest in peace, Bluegrip V1. Soon, you will return to your original packaging, which I still keep, and then to my collection, where you will be fondly remembered.

Note: Bluegrip J3 has the same hardness as V1. Therefore, for those who would like to have a V1, the J3 might be an interesting option.

This rubber is very similar to NEO Hurricane 3 (normal).

The spin is comparable to that of NEO Hurricane 3 (normal).

However, the speed is greater than that of NEO Hurricane 3 (normal).

Overall, it is very easy to use!

Unfortunately, this rubber did not meet my expectations. The performance is quite disappointing, as it offers very little control. Additionally, generating spin, even on supposedly spin-less shots, is nearly impossible. Overall, I would not recommend this rubber for serious players.

If you are looking for a rubber similar to Hurricane 3 Boosted, this rubber is for you. It has the same sound, more velocity, and fewer gears. This is a very good rubber, and I love it!

I had a red sheet (max) of rubber on my Boll ALC paddle. Surprisingly, it works excellently on the TBA. This combination of TBA with tacky rubber is not bad at all, contrary to what some people have commented.

This table tennis rubber offers excellent forehand looping capabilities. The spin produced is high, making it ideal for consistent play. It also performs well when blocking and is easy to lift underspin shots. The speed is impressive, and control remains effective throughout gameplay. However, you will need to adjust your racket angle to maximize its performance.

This rubber is the best choice for the Chinese forehand style. It offers superb spin and an impressive amount of power.

With this rubber, balls can be struck with incredible speed and spin, to the point where they hardly bounce upward.

The dwell time is very good, making it easy to hit through the sponge and reach the wood blade.

There’s truly nothing better!