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Friendship 729 Sky Wing table tennis rubber is an ideal choice for players who prioritize control and spin. With a speed rating of 10, spin rating of 11, and control rating of 12, this rubber provides a balanced blend of speed, spin, and control. Its tackiness rating of 5.4 indicates moderate grip, allowing players to execute precise shots while maintaining control. The sponge hardness of 2.3 provides a medium-soft feel, offering a good balance of control and feel.
The rubber's 5.4-gear rating suggests that it can handle a wide range of playing styles, from defensive to offensive. The throw angle of 4.9 indicates a mid-low trajectory, resulting in controlled loops and drives. Its consistency rating of 8.8 signifies reliable performance and predictability, ensuring consistent shot quality. Despite its overall rating of 8.6, the rubber's durability falls slightly short at a rating of 5.9, indicating that it may need replacement more frequently.
Forum reviews praise the Friendship 729 Sky Wing rubber for its excellent control and spin capabilities. Players appreciate its linear progression of speed and spin, allowing for precise shot placement and maximum spin generation. The rubber's soft sponge provides a good feel and facilitates excellent ball control. However, some reviewers mention that the rubber may feel slightly slower compared to other rubbers with similar speed ratings.
Overall, the Friendship 729 Sky Wing rubber is a solid choice for players seeking a controlled and spin-oriented playing style. Its moderate speed, high spin, and exceptional control make it suitable for a wide range of playing styles. The rubber's consistency and dependable performance make it a reliable option for players looking to enhance their control and spin-based game.
Update!
Despite the absence of an existing approval number and the rubber being offered only in a thickness of 2 mm, I was pleasantly surprised to find such a flawless (slightly sticky) surface in this price range. The light yellow sponge, specified by the manufacturer as 40 degrees, is also of good quality. Consequently, the rubber can be cut very easily without fraying.
My selected, extra light rubber measures 166 x 165 mm and weighs 56 g, including the protective film. In the original packaging, it weighed 85 g, and after cutting it to size for my offensive blade (which is 156 x 150 mm), its weight is now 41 g.
Having played with this rubber many years ago, I remembered its very low weight, which prompted me to order it again. Unfortunately, the rubber now weighs significantly more (between 3 and 5 g heavier cut), resulting in a final weight of 41 g. Additionally, I recall the spin level being considerably higher in the past.
Conclusion: The rubber is not as light as it used to be! While the control and speed are good, the catapult effect is acceptable, and the spin is “not even mediocre!”
This rubber is perhaps slightly lighter than traditional Chinese rubbers, but it is heavier than European ones. It is not particularly soft; I would rate it around 40°.
It is a good choice for defensive play and pushing, but I find it difficult to loop with this rubber. Personally, I prefer the classic 729 FX Super.
The rubber offers impressive accuracy and produces an excellent chop. Overall, it performs well in matches and training. I am quite satisfied with its performance. :-)
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