Friendship/729 FX Super Soft

It can be fast when you hit hard and very slow when you need; however, you don’t have control.

Spin 6/10.

Soft here = hard.

I use this rubber for forehand (FH) chopping and attacking, primarily for chopping. (1.8mm)
I find it effortless to control my chops and ensure that my attacks clear the net.
This rubber is recommended for beginners and intermediate players.

Was playing with Spinlord Marder and wanted to try something even cheaper as I play a lot. I prefer soft rubber, so I ordered this.

I was disappointed at first because this rubber is very hard, and calling it soft is a joke. However, as a close-to-table blocker, I love this rubber. I have it in a 1.2, and it is very controllable with lots of gears. Awesome for control and placement.

I found it to be average in serving, it is spinny but nothing special. The low throw makes this awesome for close table play. If it is as durable as others say, it will be my go-to rubber.

I wanted a more controlling rubber. This is very good for the money. I put it on a Dr Neubauer Barricade blade, making it one of the slowest setups. But if I execute shots correctly, the ball goes very fast.
Short pushes got better. Backhand and forehand flicks got better. Loops are very forgiving. Put more effort into your swing to get the best, fast, and low loops. Very good setup for a learning player. USATT- 1450.

As a beginner, I used this on my forehand. I found that many of my topspins were going into the net. However, serving was amazing.

NOT SOFT, more Medium. VERY VERY SLOW, even with a max rubber. The ball doesn’t go over the net even with a regular stroke using an OFF+ blade (e.g., epox donic topspeed).

I only bought it because it was $7 on TT11… save your money… for food.

Good for beginners. Speed and spin are okay. Control is good. Not a bouncy rubber.

Review of 729 FX Super Soft Rubber

I have played with this rubber for an extended period and have formed a decent impression of both the black and red versions.

Differences Between Black and Red

Despite having the same stamp, the black and red rubbers feel significantly different. The black rubber exhibits a tacky surface, while the red rubber is not tacky at all.

Control and Performance

The red rubber offers superior control, particularly when executing drop shots and flicks over the table. Even backspin balls can be easily flicked, giving the impression of playing with a poly ball. Both rubbers provide satisfactory push capabilities.

When looping away from the table, the red rubber provides a better “feel” compared to the black rubber. Looping backspin shots is also easier with the red rubber.

Driving with the red rubber feels sharp and precise, while I have not attempted to drive with the black rubber due to its tacky surface.

Subjectivity and Quality Control

The significant difference in feel between the red and black rubbers may be attributed to personal preference. However, I believe that the red rubber offers greater control and precision.

Due to the affordable price of this rubber, there is a potential for inconsistent quality control. It is possible that I received an inferior black rubber or a particularly exceptional red rubber.

Overall Recommendation

Based on my positive experience with the 729 FX Super Soft red rubber, I tried the 729 FX Lightening rubber. However, it did not provide the same level of control and precision as the red version. I would recommend considering the red version for players who prioritize control over spin or speed.

Really like this on my BH, the light tack is helpful for generating spin with a smaller stroke. Also pretty forgiving and consistent, really good for blocking but also decent looping and enough speed to finish the point for sure if well executed.

This is a very friendly rubber. It gives you a lot of spin because of its tackiness. It offers very good control, allowing for precise loops and specific placement.

The speed is not as high as other rubbers, but overall, it’s a nice and inexpensive option for beginners.

I am currently using the black version of this rubber on the FH and am about to replace it as I have simply worn it out. I play at a club 3 hours a day, and it lasted for about 6 months, although there is still a little zip left on my shots.

I suggest this rubber be used for an all-around game as it is very good for CONTROLLED LOOPS, although it loses some of its performance after a month of constant playing. It’s also great for an amateur as it doesn’t require much drilling to get used to.

Although I didn’t particularly like it as I play an offensive game, it didn’t help with making my quick close-to-the-table attacks faster.

All-in-all, you should expect a stable, grippy, and soft rubber if you happen to buy one.

In combination with a fast carbon blade, this rubber demonstrates its real potential. It creates a very annoying topspin trajectory for the opponent, causing the ball to literally dive after the bounce.

I really like it!

Why do people claim that this rubber is light and soft? My experience with the 2.0 and max thickness is that it is heavy and has medium hardness. Despite being labeled as 35 degrees, it doesn’t feel soft. Perhaps these characteristics differ in the 1.5 mm thickness.

Update: The weight of the rubbers varies significantly: the 2mm red is 41 grams, while the 2mm black is 47 grams! This is not an error; both rubbers were purchased from the same magazine at the same time.

This rubber pairs well with the Stiga Off Classic blade.

Slow rubber.

I’ve tried this rubber on Donic Waldner Black Devil. Black Devil is definitely a very hard controlled blade with almost zero dwell time. So if you make a combination with this rubber (2.0 or 1.8) with a very hard blade, it will become a perfect combination (we have more control on stroke). No matter the arc, if you can feel the ball, then it will become easy to touch the table.

I tried this rubber on a fast OFF+ carbon blade. Control is good, and speed is fast when you hit fast. However, it lacks spin – unlike BTY or DHS. The price is good for developing players. It is good for developing strokes before upgrading to spinier rubbers.

Very good backhand rubber for an ALL player.

This rubber is very good and cheap.

The topspins don’t have a great arc, but you can hit very low balls with this rubber and they will still hit the table.

It also has a very good feel for blocking game and returning serves.
When you hit a good one, it will make a “plich!!!” sound.

It is also very light.
Overall, it is a very good rubber and the price is also amazing.
I use it with water glue, so no speed glue, but I’m still happy with it.

However, it doesn’t seem to be very good for an away-from-the-table topspin game because it lacks speed.

This rubber excels in backhand play, providing exceptional control. Having tested approximately 20 rubbers, predominantly Chinese with a few European and Japanese options, this one stands out for its superior control.

Despite its slower speed compared to other rubbers, it retains sufficient pace to secure points. I have paired it with an off-blade, resulting in a balanced setup. The rubber also generates excellent spin. Overall, it ranks among my favorite rubbers.

Review:

This rubber is a great choice for beginners. It offers good control, slow speed, and good spin. The 2.0 mm sponge is an ideal choice for this rubber.

Pros:

• Good control
• Slow speed
• Good spin

I have always used Friendship 1.5 for my backhand. I used to use the “original” but now I use the “SuperSoft” and I would not change this rubber for anything else. Once you are used to this rubber with excellent control you can smash, loop, chop, block, and serve well.

I am an attacking player!!!

I got it in 2.2mm and it is good for chopping. However, for all-out attackers like myself, it was terrible. It’s not good for smashing at all. The loops are okay, but they have no kick when they hit the table. I wouldn’t recommend this rubber for anyone.

It is good for blocking away from the table without sacrificing any power.

Good rubber for beginners. Super soft and slightly tacky - not a very good rubber for an offensive player. At best it’s an All- to All rubber.

Without glue or boosters, this rubber feels like the dodgy stuff that comes with the Dunlop premades (bottom of the range too).

It may work for choppers, but for a serious attacker who isn’t just playing for others’ mistakes, something faster and spinnier is needed.

Very spinny and controlled, but really slow. Good for a close-up control game for beginners.

I’ve only tried this rubber without speed glue, but it’s definitely slow with a very soft sponge.

I get plenty of spin with this rubber. I put it on the forehand of my Tibhar CO-S-3 Defense ST. It’s my first custom paddle, and I love it.

I got this rubber for a beginner at the Grande Prairie Table Tennis Club in Alberta, Canada. It is not a fast rubber, but he really has great control and gentle spin on the table tennis ball.

This rubber is not good, it has no effect and it is not soft at all. Very hard …

Superb.

I’m just a beginner, so take this review as you wish.
Excellent beginner rubber. If you plan on buying your first non-prebuilt racket, I highly recommend this rubber. The surface of the rubber is sticky (like any other Chinese rubber). If you go with a not so thick sponge, you’ll get very good control. It is very cheap and a safe solution for someone who is not sure if they will actually play table tennis for a long time.
On the other hand, it’s not very durable. After one month of use (about 1-hour sessions, 5 days a week), the stickiness in the middle of the rubber, where you hit the most balls, considerably went down. I don’t know if that will be the case for you; maybe it’s because of me, but I don’t think it will last as long as some more expensive rubbers.
All in all, I’m satisfied with these rubbers and I’ll probably buy one more pair before I go with more expensive ones in the future.

I used 1.0mm on DHS PG9 and switched to 1.8mm on TSP Balsa 6.5.
Didn’t find it very interesting except it’s excellent for blocking.
Spins are very heavy to make, but flick over table is ok.
Defenders and blockers are going to like it.

I switched from 1.0mm to 1.8mm on the PG9 to TSP Balsa and it didn’t perform well for spins, but blocks and flicks from the table are ok.
Those who enjoy defensive and blocking play will definitely like it.

Good for beginners to learn the correct technique.

Very spinny and great at passive blocking.

Una de las mejores gomas para jugadores intermedios.

Considering its price, nothing should be expected. Decent product.

Excelente pegajosidad y gomas duraderas.

Goma para jugadores principiantes y jugadores que han vuelto después de un tiempo a jugar tenis de mesa.

Gomas para iniciantes, sirve para retornar la pelota.

Excellent.

I’ve tried it in 1.2mm and 1.8mm. It is good for chopping and blocking in both thicknesses, and can loop pretty well in 1.8mm. In 1.8mm, it bottomed out a bit when counter-looping with a LOT of force, but thicker versions probably would fix this. Surprisingly good and durable despite its price.

After playing for 1 month I can say that control is perfect, the sponge feels harder than 35’.
Recently I switched from long pips to this rubber (1.0mm) and it took 2-3 sessions to adjust, but once you do, attacking from the table is all yours. Similar to short pips but with more rotation. Lacks speed because it’s only 1mm.
Overall, excellent and very cheap rubber.

Great material! Must have!

Softer than normal 729, but still a bit hard.

Good value for money. Table tennis 11 also get 10 out of 10 for their quick service.

Good product that fulfills what it promises and has a very attractive price.
Thank you, Table Tennis 11.

Good finish.

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Being older than most players, I rely on control more than speed and this rubber suits me.

It’s a bit hard topsheet so unless the sponge is really thick, it will feel hard. Great quality for the price though.

For the price, it is a decent beginner rubber. Not very fast compared to even Mark V, but it works similarly. Decent quality, kind of hard for a rubber that says “soft.” Some tackiness. If you’re a beginner on a budget, this is great and will help promote a good stroke.

Very controlled rubber, cheap; good amount of spin and speed for kids or grown-ups starting in this sport. Highly recommended.

This rubber plays like the other Chinese rubbers. Decent control with medium speed. But it is not top of the line. The red rubber loses tackiness after a couple of games. I should try the black rubber, but when cleaned and dried well, it has a feeling similar to Hurricane 3 but without too much tackiness.

The Xiom Vega Pro and Butterfly Tenergy 05 are two of the best table tennis rubbers on the market. The Xiom Vega Pro offers great control and spin, while the Butterfly Tenergy 05 provides top-notch speed and power. Both rubbers are highly recommended for players looking to take their game to the next level.

Good.

This is a semi-hard rubber. Good for smashing and short pushing. Bit misleading to sell it as a soft rubber.

If you are willing to give up some speed and spin for more control, this may be an option. The rubber is good for serving short and then making a strong third ball attack. Players who like to play fast and use strong topspins will be frustrated with the spin they generate, but smashing with this rubber is quite easy! I would recommend this rubber to novice and developing players!

Hi. I have been using Tackiness C for years because I am a defensive player. I thought I would try Friendship. I have had one match with new rubbers, and not too bad, control is okay, but not as much chop on the ball as Tackiness. Thanks, David.

Good and nice price.

My husband is very happy too.

Soft, controlled, and durable rubber.

Sai prooviks võetud tagakäele 1,2 mm ja eeskäele 1,5 mm eesmärgiga kontrollida paremini vastase tugevaid topse. Töötas päris kenasti, kontroll oli tõesti hea. Kuid lauast kaugemalt mängides kipub jääma ikkagi aeglaseks, pallid ´surevad ära´, kukuvad võrku. Peab tavapärasest rohkem käega kaasa aitama. Samas kleepuv pealispind tõmbab vinti päris kenasti. Asi paranes, kui sai paar liimikihti lisaks pandud. Selle hinna eest on siin kummi küll ja veel!

This rubber is very spinny and can easily return heavy serves.

If you want maximum control and are willing to lose a little bit of speed, this rubber is excellent.

It’s a good rubber for beginners. It can also be used for defense, but it is actually very hard and doesn’t give much spin.

This rubber gives a total payoff and is more worth considering the price. It is of good quality, and even though it is declared as super soft, it is not that soft when played and can easily be considered for FH use. It is tacky, but not as tacky as some other rubbers from Friendship and DHS, somewhat less tacky than Skyline 3. It doesn’t bounce the ball too much and gives very good spin but lacks some speed. I have paired it with Rakza 7 Soft, and it appears that Rakza’s sponge is way softer than Friendship’s. In other words, it is an excellent rubber for the money.

The surface is highly sticky. Relatively slow rubber, great control and spin, good for beginners and improving players.