The Friendship 729 Dragon-F table tennis rubber stands out for its exceptional balance of speed, spin, and control. Crafted with meticulous precision, this rubber features a rating of 10 for speed, 12 for spin, and 12 for control, making it a versatile choice for players seeking all-around performance.
The 729 Dragon-F rubber is renowned for its excellent grip and tackiness, rated at 6.8, enabling players to impart maximum spin on the ball. This characteristic is crucial for executing aggressive topspin shots and deceptive serves, granting an edge over opponents.
With a weight of 5.5, the rubber offers a good balance between power and maneuverability. The sponge hardness of 6.8 provides a medium-soft feel, allowing for both aggressive play and delicate touch shots. The rubber's gears rating of 5.8 indicates its versatility, enabling players to switch seamlessly between attacking and defensive strokes.
The 729 Dragon-F exhibits a throw angle of 4.8, resulting in a medium-high ball trajectory. This characteristic is particularly advantageous for looping and topspin play, as it grants players greater control over the ball's placement.
In terms of consistency, the rubber is rated at 7.5, indicating its reliability and predictability. Players can trust the 729 Dragon-F to deliver consistent performance, shot after shot. The rubber's durability is rated at 6.7, ensuring it can withstand the rigors of intense matches and training sessions.
Overall, the Friendship 729 Dragon-F table tennis rubber is an exceptional choice for players seeking a well-rounded balance of speed, spin, and control. Its excellent grip, tackiness, and versatility make it a formidable weapon in the hands of both recreational and competitive players alike.
Regarding the rubber, the speed is indicated as 7.8. However, I would rate its speed closer to 8.8, making it faster than Yinhe Big Deeper and comparable to Xiom Vega X, with a speed value between 8.8 and 8.9.
The tires are excellent, offering good value for their price. I initially used them on the DHS Fang Bo B2X base, but they performed better on the Butterfly Viscaria.
I also have a 729 Dragon F Medium. Its hardness is around 52 degrees (relative to tensors), sponge thickness is 2.1 mm, and it does not catapult. It provides powerful revs and is enjoyable to play with. The boost enhances its performance. I use it for forehand, though the manufacturer suggests it can be used for backhand as well. However, backhand play requires better technical skills. It generates a good arc.
Despite the soft top-sheet, the sponge gives it a solid feel when playing.
Review:
Used with various blades from defensive to offensive without boosting. For short-to-short shots, an active approach is required to prevent the ball from falling into the net. Topspin with slower blades is challenging due to the rubber’s closed angle, resulting in edge hitting. Slow topspins with heavy rotation are also difficult.
The rubber excels at attacking shots, offering good speed and control.
However, the overall performance was disappointing, leading to frustration. After boosting the rubber, its performance improved to an average level.
Compared to the Battle series, this rubber is not recommended. While it is affordable, it requires boosting to perform effectively.
Review of Table Tennis Rubber
Purchased due to its very low price.
I mounted it on both sides of my DHS 301.
In my opinion, it is an excellent rubber. Tacky and quite bouncy.
Like all Chinese rubbers, it needs to be boosted with at least 2 coats.
Excellent control, you can place the ball exactly where you want if you have good technique. You cannot expect speed from these rubbers if you do not hit perfectly, but if you do, you will have a low trajectory and plenty of spin. Some doubts about its durability, but the topsheet does not seem as fragile as other Chinese rubbers.
Definitely worth trying.
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