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Friendship 729 Focus 2 is a table tennis rubber designed for all-round players seeking a balance of speed, spin, and control. It is a medium-hard rubber with a sponge hardness of 6.5, making it suitable for a wide range of playing styles and skill levels. The rubber is rated 12 for speed, 11 for spin, and 10 for control, indicating its versatility and well-rounded performance.
According to forum reviews, the Friendship 729 Focus 2 rubber provides excellent control and consistency, allowing players to execute precise shots and maintain a high level of accuracy. It is also praised for its good spin capabilities, enabling players to generate heavy topspin and sidespin. The rubber's tackiness, rated at 4.9, contributes to its ability to grip the ball and impart spin.
Players have also commented on the rubber's durability, noting that it maintains its performance characteristics over an extended period. It is also considered to have a good throw angle, allowing for effective looping and弧圈球 techniques. It is a reliable and versatile option for players seeking a balance of speed, spin, and control in their game.
My favorite rubber for a long time has been the Focus II. After trying something new, I always find myself coming back to it.
This rubber does not interfere with my playing style and allows me to execute my shots exactly as I want.
This is a more Euro-type rubber, similar to other Focus rubbers. Focus II features the hardest sponge and a lower throw, which is one of the lowest throws among 729 rubbers. However, there are other brands that offer rubbers with an even lower throw.
While it may not be the best choice for serving, there are better 729 rubbers available for looping. Overall, Focus II is a very nice rubber across many categories.
I have two sheets of 1.8mm rubber on a Yinhe all-wood blade, the M6. This rubber is good, with the black sheet being slightly tacky, while the red sheet was not. The tackiness of the black rubber diminished after about an hour of play and did not return, even with cleaning.
I like this rubber for an all-around to offensive game. I can drive the ball with either topspin or loop from mid-distance and chop or block with consistency. Currently, I am lending this blade and rubber combination to a relative who has just taken up the game.
The control is very good; it’s a nice rubber from 729, so I give it a thumbs up. I also purchased each sheet off eBay for under £1.05, plus £2.99 shipping. Overall, it’s great value for money.
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