Stiga Carbo

Rubber description:

Stiga Carbo is a high-performance table tennis rubber designed to deliver exceptional speed, spin, and control. With a speed rating of 145 and a spin rating of 110, this rubber ensures powerful shots and precise placements. The medium-hard sponge (5 on the hardness scale) offers excellent responsiveness and a trajectory that's neither too high nor too low, while providing a good balance between power and control.

The Carbo rubber features a tacky surface (rated 3.5) that provides a solid grip on the ball, enabling players to impart heavy spin and generate aggressive strokes. The rubber's consistency is highly praised by users, receiving a rating of 9, allowing for reliable and consistent playstyle.

With its well-rounded performance, Stiga Carbo is suitable for players of various styles, whether they prefer attacking or all-around play. It excels in generating fast, spin-laden topspin shots and providing excellent control for precise placement. In terms of gears, the rubber offers 4 distinct gears, enabling players to transition smoothly from soft touch shots to powerful attacks.

While the overall rating of Stiga Carbo is a solid 8.3 out of 10, based on 8 user reviews, its durability is rated slightly lower at 6, indicating that it might require more frequent replacements compared to some other rubbers. Nevertheless, it remains a popular choice among players seeking a combination of speed, spin, and control.

In summary, Stiga Carbo is a high-quality table tennis rubber that offers excellent speed, spin, and control. Its tacky surface, medium-hard sponge, and consistent performance make it a versatile option for players of different styles.

Recent Reviews

#1 — April 2013

This table tennis rubber produces a good sound and offers decent power. However, it has average spin, control, and durability.

You will find that punches or flat hits are most effective when using this rubber. The carbon-infused sponge contributes to a satisfying sound upon impact, especially when hitting hard. Additionally, when you apply spin, there is a noticeable sensation of “thickness,” which may be attributed to a shorter dwell time.

#2 — February 2011

This rubber is amazing when playing away from the table. It performs well while blocking, although there are newer options available that offer better catapult effects.

Overall, it is very useful for the consistent player. I have been using this rubber on the Super Carbon WRB blade, and you just can’t go wrong with this classic combination.

#3 — April 2010

This rubber is great for hitting and counter-hitting. I find it easy to push, play a controlled chop, or execute a float with disguise.

The high throw when looping makes it excellent for taking a chopped ball on the half volley and returning it with heavy spin. However, it is not as effective with a medium-length ball.

I can generate more spin off my serve with this rubber on my backhand than with any other rubber I have used. (Blade: Stiga WRB Super Carbon; Black Carbo used on backhand.)

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