Nittaku Hurricane 3 (H3) Pro

Rubber description:

Nittaku Hurricane 3 (H3) Pro table tennis rubber stands as a testament to Nittaku's dedication to innovation and excellence. Boasting an impressive overall rating of 8.6 out of 10, this rubber has earned the respect and admiration of players worldwide.

Speed and Spin: The H3 Pro excels in the speed department, earning a rating of 10 out of 10. This rubber is designed for players who crave blistering speed and effortless power. Combined with its outstanding spin rating of 12, the H3 Pro offers a devastating combination that can leave opponents reeling.

Control and Tackiness: With a control rating of 8.7, the H3 Pro strikes a perfect balance between speed and control. This allows players to unleash powerful shots with confidence, knowing that they can maintain accuracy and consistency. Its tackiness rating of 7.5 further enhances control and spin capabilities, enabling players to execute precise placements and generate tricky spins.

Sponge Hardness and Throw Angle: The H3 Pro's sponge hardness of 7.3 provides a slightly harder feel, contributing to its impressive speed and power. This firmer sponge also offers excellent feedback, allowing players to feel the ball's trajectory and adjust their strokes accordingly. Its throw angle of 4.6 degrees generates a flatter trajectory, ideal for aggressive players who prefer direct and penetrating shots.

Gears, Consistency, and Durability: With a gears rating of 9.5, the H3 Pro seamlessly transitions between different playing styles. This versatility makes it suitable for various playing techniques, allowing players to adapt to changing game situations effortlessly. Its consistency rating of 9.3 further solidifies its reliability, ensuring that players can maintain a high level of performance throughout matches. Durability is another strong point of the H3 Pro, with a rating of 8.5. This rubber is built to last, providing long-lasting performance and value for money.

In summary, Nittaku Hurricane 3 (H3) Pro table tennis rubber is a premium choice for players seeking a combination of speed, spin, control, and durability. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an aspiring player, the H3 Pro has the potential to elevate your game to new heights.

Recent Reviews

#1 — December 2019

Background:

As a seasoned player with an aggressive Powerlooping FH style, I specialize in 3rd ball attacks and all-round offensive BH. According to my American friends, my skill level would place me around 2100 in their system.

Hurricane 3:

I believe Hurricane 3 is often misunderstood. My experience has been solely with the provincial orange sponge at 39 degrees, so my comments refer specifically to this version.

Characteristics:

Firmness: Contrary to popular belief, it’s not exceptionally hard. I compare its feel and hardness to MX-P at 47.5 degrees.
Versatility: It offers a wide range of possibilities, including an exceptional short game with touch shots. However, it’s far from slow or dead. When you infuse it with power and spin, it becomes lightning fast.
Speed: Hurricane 3 is comparable to MX-P in speed for power loops (even surpassing Tenergy 05) and opening loops. It’s fast and spinny but lacks the raw power of some rubbers. This means that flat hit smashes are slower, but counter loops are faster as it absorbs the opponent’s energy. Blocks, on the other hand, are slower due to its limited catapult effect.

Strengths and Weaknesses:

Strengths:

Looping: 10/10
Power loop: 10/10
3rd ball: 10/10
5th ball: 10/10
Counter loop: 10/10
Flicks: 10/10
Serves: 10/10
Placement: 10/10

Weaknesses:

Flat hit smash: 6/10
Power without spin: 6/10
Blocks: 6/10 (passive blocks tend to go into the net)
Out of position panic random hit: NET
Out of position gentle spin: Excellent placement and kick after bounce

#2 — September 2018

I would say that the Nittaku Hurricane Pro is the best version of Nittaku’s Hurricanes. It is often underestimated by those who prefer playing with Chinese tacky rubber. The Pro is 2.2 mm thick, which is more than Nittaku’s Neo 2.1 and Turbo Orange’s 2 mm.

The Pro plays very similarly to the Nittaku’s Neo, which is actually a factory-tuned DHS Neo. However, unlike the Nittaku’s Neo, the Pro has a Nittaku sign on the topsheet and goes untuned. Because of its sponge thickness, the tuned Pro excels the Neo and Turbo Orange in topspinning.

I would say that all the Nittaku’s Hurricanes fit more blade types than those by DHS. Both Nittaku’s Neo and Pro can be successfully used with hinoki-carbon. If you have never tried Chinese tacky rubber, I would recommend starting with the Pro Turbo Orange. If it is your second or third rubber of this type, go with the Neo. If you do not want to spend over 80 bucks on the DHS Hurricane 3 National, which is highly likely to be fake, choose the Pro.

When comparing the Pro to the DHS Hurricane 3 National, which has the same hardness of 39, the Pro is a bit softer, slower, and less bouncy. However, it is almost equal in terms of spin.

#3 — March 2017

Great rubber for Forehand. It took a month to adjust my skill from Japanese rubber to this high-quality rubber.