Victas V > 22 Double Extra

This is a very balanced offensive rubber which offers outstanding spin and control, along with good power/speed. I’d say it can be used on the forehand as well as the backhand. This rubber excels at touch play over the table, flicks, top spins, counter top spins, and blocks. I’d say it shines at medium distance from the table or over the table (flicks). When used for looping, it tends to produce a low arc. Serving is excellent too. If I had to find a weakness, perhaps it’d be its price. In terms of durability, it’s reasonable; it depends how well it’s maintained: protective film and liquid cleaner help a lot. It’s not as bad as Tibhar K3, but not outstanding either.

Similar to G1, but maybe better in the short game.

Gave it to a lady chopper I know; she loves it for chopping and flat hits.

Tried many. End up using this rubber for both FH and BH. It is powerful, spinny, and the trajectory is pretty linear. The only drawback is that it is very heavy.

For people who are searching for a backhand rubber on a hard blade like the Joola c-90, then my bet is on this rubber.

I’ve started loving Victas rubbers.

It is my current FH rubber. It is 2 mm. But it is still heavy enough (50 grams after cutting) and still very spinny, powerful. So spinny that many attackers can’t lift my heavy pushes, and my opponents struggle to return my topspins. It is also not bouncy in the short game. Shortly, the best FH rubber for me.

Exceptional rubber in almost every aspect. Serves and topspin blocks are good. The only weakness is nonlinearity at hard strokes; the throw angle goes very high. The grip is fantastic, so the spinning is comparable with Chinese tacky rubbers (far-from-table topspins are very dangerous, but near the table it is hard to make a good-quality shot). Good for close-to-the-table playing, but shines at medium distance. The topspins are spiny and fast with short arm movement. The best rubber I have tried yet (even better than my current rubber Hammond Z2 in some aspects).

Update after eight months playing with this rubber: There is something weird about this rubber. At pure brushing, I mean when the sponge is not engaged, the spin is good and dwell is low, but speed is very low, at least on an OFF blade. When you combine brush and drive, the speed is very good and spin fantastic, but the performance is somehow unpredictable, especially on flexible blades and close to the table. I still think that this rubber is exceptional, but for topspin it needs a relatively stiff blade. On a stiff, fast blade, pure brush works well, and the combination is for advanced players. On stiff, lower-speed blades (OFF- or ALL+), control and spin will be fantastic, but not too fast. On flexible blades, it is good for block and tack. And generally, it is not very good at chop and push.

The blue rubber by Victas V>22 offers a fast and offensive trajectory and great control at the same time. Placement is guaranteed. The same rubber in black is almost similar, but offers more control, which makes it great for backhand shots or blocks. Both the blue and black rubbers offer great spin with minimal effort.

I bought the red and black rubbers in 2.0mm. They were not spinny. I am disappointed. I will buy from other brands in the future.

What a control in this rubber! The spin is also 10/10; powerful yet defensive.

I played Fastarc G1 on FH on my Nittaku Barwell Fleet blade for a year and wanted something with the same hardness but with a softer topsheet. I tried the V22, but I was surprised with its softness. It’s softer than G1. I’d say it’s around 45°, while G1 is 47.5°. For spin, I think V22 is slightly better (say +10%). It’s also easier to lift backspin with V22 due to its soft topsheet. G1 is faster and more durable than V22, though. I ended up using the V22 for my backhand. I think it’s a great fit. Sadly, I still didn’t find a suitable replacement for my G1.

I am testing the LGY ALC on my FH. It is very powerful, spinny, and has good control for blocking. It is an amazing rubber!

I purchased this 2.0 rubber from Amazon Japan and am currently using it on a Ma Lin Carbon FH. Within days of gluing, the edges started to break and after 5 to 6 days, pieces began to come loose. This is my only complaint about the rubber.

Despite this issue, its performance is excellent, offering ideal spin, speed, and control. I am seeking advice on how to properly glue the rubber to prevent further edge damage. I initially used Butterfly glue but have since acquired DHS glue, which I intend to use on the backup V22 MAX rubber.

2. Update: I’ve waited a long time to learn something about the weight of this rubber. Thanks to GP 418 :-D

Facts: black rubber, 2.0 mm, 105 g in original packaging, 69 g uncut. Cut to 157 x 150 mm, 48 g. For now, the rubber glues (with VOC glue) on my Stuor Professional Long 5 (inner layer) blade.

Result: The game feeling is too soft and indirect. The specified degree of hardness of 50 degrees is questionable for me - it feels much softer! Control and spin were very, very good, but I didn’t oddly enough really get pressure into the ball. (This rubber reminded me of the V>11. :-/ )

Next, I glued the rubber on to my Stuor Nobilis ZLC Hinoki. An acquaintance of mine, who plays a few classes up (1800 TTR, Germany) was absolutely smitten with the rubber. However, for me, the combination was too fast.

Conclusion: this rubber has huge potential and is absolutely recommended. …but the right combination of rubber and blade is essential. - unfortunately, I haven’t found it for myself yet! Addendum: the V>22 is the fastest 2.0 mm rubber I’ve ever played!

Update: I’ve waited a long time to learn something about the weight of this rubber. Therefore, thanks to GP 418:-D

Facts: black rubber, 2.0 mm, 105 g in orig. pack. and uncut 69 g. Cut to 157×150 mm, 48 g. For now, the rubber glues (with VOC glue) on my Stuor professional Long 5 (inner layer) blade.

Result: The game feeling is too soft and indirect. The specified degree of hardness of 50 degrees is very questionable for me—it feels much softer! Control and spin were very, very good, but I didn’t, oddly enough, really get pressure into the ball. (- This rubber reminded me of the V>11. : -/)

Next, I glued the rubber onto my Stuor Nobilis ZLC Hinoki. An acquaintance of mine, who plays a few classes up (1800 TTR, Germany), was absolutely smitten with the rubber. For me, however, the combination was too fast.

Conclusion: This rubber has huge potential and is absolutely recommended… but the right combination of rubber and blade is essential. Unfortunately, I haven’t found it for myself yet!

Addendum: The V>22 is the fastest 2.0 mm rubber I’ve ever played!

Very heavy rubber. Spinny but not fast enough. Very similar to Rakza Z. Low arc. Different from V>15 Extra.

Extremely heavy, but the sponge lasts awhile.

Comparable to Tenergy 05 Hard, but a more manual rubber.

Lower arc, harder to open backspin, but hides its spin in its arc.

Recommend 2.0 on backhand and max on forehand.

Probably the most powerful and controllable rubber, and best quality German rubber. I didn’t give it a full 5 stars due to its weight.

Good rubber with a high amount of speed and spin. Goes with hard blades; 2.0 mm thickness is enough, no need to max.

Good rubber FH & BH

I have bought many of this rubber for myself and friends; it is absolutely great.

Using this as a backhand, I found it to be fast, spinny, and versatile (for all types of shots, serve, and serve receive); this rubber only has one drawback. It is super heavy. In fact, I could not find a FH rubber heavy enough to balance the blade. Perhaps if it was sold in a much thinner sponge, I could see myself using it at an intermediate level.

Switched from G1 > V22 on FH for Viscaria. The softer topsheet allows me to grip the ball more during drive / loop returns. Have only used this for around 4–5 months, so cannot comment yet on durability. Have even experimented with this rubber on Violin, Violin Inner Carbon for FH, and the experience is excellent. Already bought spare rubber for future replacement.

Good control (FH and BH).

The rubber is perfect for my FH, generating a lot of spin and awesome control with proper speed. I’m using Ma Lin Carbon and I’m very happy with this rubber. My only comment is the topsheet breaking easily, and I’m missing parts from the edges only.

The best rubber I have bought till now with good speed and spin with amazing control.

Although the sponge is hard, the top is soft. So it doesn’t feel hard. The catapult effect manifests itself in hard hits. It’s still fun to play. Controlled due to soft feel. It has a high level of spin because it grasps the ball well.

Top rubber for spin, speed, and control. Obviously a high-end rubber, which I use on my B/H side. The only adjustment I had to make is when pushing or chopping the ball. Very good price from TT11 when on sale.

I cannot give an expert opinion on this rubber because my level is league 4, but I have tried quite a few rubbers recently.

I was looking for spin and tried hurricane 3 neo cheapest version, and found it grippy but incredibly slow.

I tried Tibhar Hybrid K3 but thought the V22 had more grip.

I have also played with Nittaku Fastarc G1 which was fast, but I thought less grip.

Xiom Vega X was nice on the Stratus Powerwood blade, but for me this is the best rubber I have tried and suits my game well.

Really like this. Use it on an allround blade, and it works fine.

I first tried V>22 on FH on several blades (Andro Gauzy SL, JRE, BS1, Joola Nobilis), but I always ended up with too many missed shots, so I was quite disappointed by this rubber (especially considering the price).

Then I tried it on BH on an outer carbon blade (Tibhar VSU) and it’s amazing! It’s not tacky but very grippy, and the sponge is quite easy to engage thanks to the soft sheet. It feels softer than stated, but the sponge isn’t bouncy. It has a linear response with many gears. My BH has much improved compared to V>15 Extra. Tops are now fast, spinny, precise, and hard to send back. Overall, it’s faster and spinnier than V>15, with better control than MX-P. It’s more linear than K3, and softer and easier to play with than V>20. It’s very similar to R53 but more durable (doesn’t shrink after a couple of weeks like R53).

My rating is FH 9.0, BH 10.0 (so average 9.5). It’s one of my favorite BH rubbers, but other people might prefer to use it on FH, or both.

Good rubber. Not too hard. Works well both on FH and BH. Value for money — 3/5

Goes well on BH with Victas ZX-Gear Out. I was afraid it would be hard to use, but the results are better from the first day. Best “Made in Germany” rubber for me.

Finally, a professional rubber that can be mastered if you are an advanced player.

Tibhar Evolution ALC

I use the Tibhar Evolution ALC with maximum thickness and black color on my backhand. It offers excellent spin, with some power at mid-distance (less than the Tenergy 05 with 2.1mm thickness). It provides stable blocks and is less sensitive to incoming spin. The rubber has good control in pushes and a solid grip for chikita shots. It also spins well against choppers and defenders.

The Evolution ALC has various gears, and its touch is unique compared to the Tenergy 05. It offers a great feel in the short game. While it doesn’t have the immense power of the Tenergy 05, D05, D80, or T05H, it is a reliable rubber for players seeking to incorporate variety in their game. Its forgiving nature during matches is an added advantage, as it is not overly bouncy.

Reviewed on off- blade, FH MX-D max (52gr), BH V22 max (49gr). I played a long time with V15 extra max (48gr) both sides and searched an improvement in terms of spin with the same feeling. First, this is not an improvement of V15, it’s a new rubber. It’s closer to Tenergy 05 for the feeling: good mechanical grip, hardness 45° (definitely not 50°), bouncy but more linear than T05 (less than V15). More spin sensitive than V15, that’s why the feeling is different, but not very sensitive like T05. So in comparison with V15 extra: faster, bouncier, little more spin sensitive, much more grippy, much better for service, same on block/short game/flick. The throw angle is too high for my FH because I play close to the table, but it will be very suitable for mid-distance players.

I tried in max Hammond Z2, V22 and MX-D: speed MX-D >= V22 > Z2; grip V22 >> MX-D >> Z2; service V22 >> Z2 > MX-D; short game Z2 > V22 >= MX-D; first topspin V22 > MX-D >> Z2; block Z2 >> V22 = MX-D; counter topspin MX-D >>> V22 > Z2

Reviewed on off- blade, FH MX-D max (52gr), BH V22 max (49gr). I played a long time with V15 extra max (48gr) on both sides and searched for an improvement in terms of spin with the same feeling.

Firstly, this is not an improvement of V15, but a new rubber. It feels closer to Tenergy 05: good mechanical grip, hardness 45° (definitely not 50°), bouncy but more linear than T05 (less than V15). It is more spin-sensitive than V15, which is why the feeling is different, but not as sensitive as T05.

In comparison with V15 extra: it is faster, bouncier, slightly more spin-sensitive, much more grippy, much better for service, and the same on block/short game/flick. The throw angle is too high for my FH because I play close to the table, but it will be very suitable for mid-distance players.

I tried it in max Hammond Z2, V22, and MX-D: speed MX-D >= V22 > Z2; grip V22 >> MX-D >> Z2; service V22 >> Z2 > MX-D; short game Z2> V22 >= MX-D; first topspin V22 > MX-D >> Z2; block Z2 >> V22 = MX-D; counter topspin MX-D >>> V22 > Z2.

My #1 rubber for both backhand and forehand with Nittaku carbon blade. I noticed it gives more spin and my opponents have a hard time adjusting to it.

The only thing I didn’t like about this rubber is the sponge. If you have to reglue, this porous sponge can be easily damaged when you take out the old glue. Other than that, it’s my best rubber.

Really like this rubber grip on short balls. It has good power away from the table too. I can easily flick, and so far it has shown good longevity. I switched to this for my FH.

It has better control, stronger grip, and slower top speed to T05 or T19 on the BH. Spin-wise, they are all about equal. T19 has more linear feelings than the other two.

The Victas blue looks sick if you can get one :).

Demands a lot of skill to use.

I am using this in 2.0 in the blue colour on the backhand. This rubber is around a 7/10 in speed and 8/10 in control.

It is soft compared to modern offensive rubbers. This allows it to dig into the ball and put lots of spin on your shots. This rubber also makes it easy to control blocks.

Counter looping is not very effective because the softness of this rubber requires you to put a lot of effort into counter-spinning the ball. Harder rubbers do not require such effort and are more effective at this aspect.

The softness makes this rubber lack power in the higher end, but a fast and hard blade can help with the lack of speed, especially if you really dig into the rubber.

Overall, I give this rubber an 85/100 rating.

Великолепная мощная накладка.

This is a very good forehand (FH) rubber. I have tested many rubbers, and this one has a lot of control despite being so fast. Opening backspin balls is easy. Creating topspin is easy. Countering spin is very easy. Even fishing from behind works well. For me, this is the rubber that will stay on my racket for a long time.

It is not tacky as some people may say. Instead, it is very grippy. It does not feel hard, which I think is because of the soft top layer. I play the blue version in 2.0mm. It is fast enough for me. I have played about 10 hours with it, so I don’t know if the durability is okay yet.

Victas provides an excellent rubber in this product. It is a very good rubber.

This rubber has a very linear trajectory, producing a lot of spin. It is not particularly sensitive to incoming spin.