Donic Desto F1 Plus

Review

Spin Rating Accuracy:

The high spin rating on the product description is not entirely accurate. While the rubber does produce some rotation, it is more suited for direct strokes and fast drives with moderate spin.

Hardness:

The rubber’s sponge exhibits a medium hardness, while the upper sheet is soft. This combination results in an overall “med-” feel.

Durability:

Initially, the rubber provides excellent grip, enabling spin-focused play. However, after several training sessions, the grip diminishes significantly, leaving it grippy but not spin-conducive. This remaining grip has a longer lifespan, similar to that of the Tibhar Speedy Spin.

Edge Durability:

The edges of the rubber have not shown signs of crumbling. However, the upper sheet has faded in areas where fingers are frequently placed, resulting in complete grip loss in those regions.

Conclusion:

This rubber is primarily suited for a fast, direct offensive style of play. While rotation is possible, it should not be the primary focus of the player’s game.

Better alternative to the F1 for both celluloid and plastic. Speed-oriented at the cost of spin. This plus version has a high-density sponge and a better gripping rubber top sheet. The short ball is significantly better but control is still lacking compared to Japanese and tacky Chinese rubbers. Although spin is improved compared to the normal F1, this is still a rubber that focuses on speed.

This rubber is very good. Nice speed and nice spin. I liked it. I’m still trying to get used to what it can do, but like I said, good speed and spin.