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Friendship/729 Battle II Provincial Blue Sponge is a cutting-edge table tennis rubber designed for players who prioritize speed, spin, and control in their game. With a speed rating of 13, spin rating of 12, and control rating of 13, this rubber is particularly well-suited for aggressive playing styles that leverage powerful topspin loops and fast offensive strategies. The 39-degree hardness of the blue sponge provides an excellent balance between elasticity and firmness, enabling players to extract maximum performance during fast exchanges while still maintaining a good feel for delicate shots.
The tackiness of the Battle II is noteworthy, rated at 8.5, making it capable of producing a significant amount of spin on serves and loops. Out of the box, the rubber is tacky enough to grip and lift the ball well, enhancing the player’s ability to execute spins effectively. However, this tackiness does slightly diminish over time, which is often when many users report improved performance due to enhanced playability. Its lightweight construction, at around 5.9 ounces, makes it a manageable choice, preventing hand fatigue during long matches.
Durability is another positive aspect, receiving a solid 8.2 rating, suggesting that the rubber can withstand the rigors of competitive play without losing its characteristics quickly. For those looking for alternatives, players often cite similarities with the DHS Hurricane series, particularly the H3 models, though many find the Battle II provides enhanced speed and control for their strokes. Overall, Friendship/729 Battle II Provincial Blue Sponge emerges as an exceptional option for players seeking high-quality performance at a reasonable price.
Not that fast, speed is average only.
This is a better Hurricane 3. I use 40d on Sanwei 75 pbo.
I tried it on Innerforce alc, but it wasn’t very good. It is very spinny and stable, and has a medium throw angle.
The speed is not super fast, equal to Hurricane 3 B.S. Overall, it is just better than commercial or provincial Hurricane. A good tacky rubber for Chinese style!
I used the rubber in 2.15mm, 40° hardness on a DHS Fang Bo B2X Blade. For forehand, the rubber is excellent for powerful looping. It offers great control, being both slow and low-energy when needed, and fast and spiny when applying high power.
When compared to H3 Neo, it feels softer. Overall, it is closer to hybrid rubbers than Chinese Hurricane rubbers. If you can hit hard, it will reward you, but the arc isn’t as linear compared to other traditional Chinese rubbers.
Durability is exceptional. I have been playing with it for about a year, and the top sheet looks almost new. It can be used unboosted, but I prefer applying two layers of Haifu booster. I have also tried Baby Oil, but it caused the rubber to lose power and become too soft.
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