Loki N80
Rubber description:
The Loki Nano 80 is a sticky high-performance rubber featuring a dense orange sponge. Designed for modern offensive play, it offers a distinct, harder feel that provides a reliable and ruthless response during topspin attacks. It is characterized by its high-quality construction and a dynamic, elastic topsheet that functions well for players transitioning from softer European or Japanese rubbers to a firmer, Chinese-style setup.
Playing Characteristics
- Spin and Speed: The rubber excels at generating high spin levels, particularly during serves and aggressive looping. It is built for speed and power, performing most effectively on harder, slightly flexible blades.
- Control and Dwell: Despite its offensive capability, the rubber offers a softer, dampened sensation during blocking, which provides superior control and stability compared to more springy alternatives. It maintains a lower throw angle, requiring precise stroke adjustment for handling backspin or initiating loops.
- Suitability: Due to its high-performance nature and demanding characteristics, it is intended for advanced players with refined technique. While it shares structural similarities with traditional Chinese rubbers, it provides increased elasticity and a more dynamic response, making it suitable for both forehand attacks and consistent backhand blocking.
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Recent Reviews
#1 â July 2022
When playing on the Yinhe 970XX blade, this rubber performs exceptionally well. The initial topspin move at the table is both consistent and aggressive. The thickness of the rubber ensures optimal performance on a stiff blade with a certain degree of flexibility.
#2 â December 2021
The review is disappointing, as the ratings for spin and tackiness are much too high. Battle II and Bloom Power are much better options for these qualities.
#3 â March 2021
I tried this in Red, Max sponge on a Yinhe V-14 Pro blade (FH). Weight: 70g uncut and 50g cut. Comparing to DHS Hurricane 3 NEO, 2.15mm, 41 deg. The initial feeling is the same when looping.
The main differences are: The throw is a bit lower, itâs harder (a bit dead), and it feels a bit heavy. Now I have only used this for a robot session, looping forehand, so hopefully Iâll be back with more informationâŚ
Update
Now I played a short session. Iâm starting to like this one more. I stood and blocked in a drill. There is a soft feeling when blocking. Not so springy as H3N, just a softer feel that gives much more control when blocking. Looping still has that lowish throw. One thing I noticed is that itâs much harder to turn backspin balls than with H3N. Perhaps I have to adjust my strokes a bitâŚ
Update
I turned. Now using this one on backhand, instead of my Andro Hexer Grip SFX/Rasanter R37. It gives me a good feeling, and itâs not too springy. Really good for backhand blocking topspins, etc. Good feeling overall. The grip makes it more dependable for me on my backhand.
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