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Xiom Omega VII Guang China is a high-performance table tennis rubber designed for advanced players seeking exceptional speed, spin, and control. Crafted with tensor technology, this rubber combines tacky and grippy characteristics, enabling players to execute powerful topspin shots, dynamic loops, and precise counter-attacks.
The Xiom Omega VII Guang China stands out with its impressive speed rating of 9, generating blistering shots that can overwhelm opponents. Its spin capabilities are equally remarkable, with a rating of 9, allowing players to impart heavy rotation, making it challenging for adversaries to return shots effectively. The rubber's control rating of 9 further enhances its usability, providing a balanced playing experience with minimized errors.
The tackiness of the Xiom Omega VII Guang China, rated at 5.4, enables players to grip the ball firmly, resulting in increased spin generation and enhanced control. The sponge hardness of 10 provides a solid foundation for powerful strokes while maintaining a responsive feel.
In terms of gears, the Xiom Omega VII Guang China offers 8.3, indicating its versatility in adapting to different playing styles and situations. Its throw angle of 5.7 allows for a flatter and more direct trajectory, resulting in increased ball control and reduced errors.
The consistency of the Xiom Omega VII Guang China is rated at 8.6, highlighting its reliability and ability to deliver consistent performance shot after shot. Its durability rating of 8.1 ensures that it can withstand intense playing sessions, maintaining its high-quality characteristics over time.
Overall, the Xiom Omega VII Guang China receives an impressive rating of 9.1, reinforcing its position as a top-tier table tennis rubber. It caters to the needs of advanced players who demand speed, spin, and control in their game, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a competitive edge.
This is the spinnest rubber I have used, and it provides excellent control on blocks, pushes, and chops. While it is still quite fast, it is slower than the Omega V Asia. I estimate that my offensive play has improved by about 100 points since I started using this rubber. However, I did have to adjust my strategy and technique to fully harness its capabilities.
Despite its name, Omega VII China Guang (O7CG) does not feature a tacky Chinese topsheet comparable to any Hurricane rubber. Instead, it is a hybrid rubber that bears similarities to Tibhar K3, albeit with a slightly harder sponge, making it less springy. From what I’ve read, O7CG is also comparable to D09c, though I have not had the opportunity to try that particular rubber.
O7CG requires advanced skills for effective use. In short-game situations, it performs excellently, allowing for a wide range of shots. However, as you move further away from the table, the margin for error narrows significantly. Even just 1-2 meters from the table, if you aren’t active enough—whether due to insufficient power or overly short strokes—the ball tends to end up in the net. When you do engage the sponge fully, the arc of the ball can become surprisingly high, making it difficult to keep the ball on the table.
On the positive side, spin control is very good with O7CG. The rubber is not particularly sensitive to spin, allowing for easy execution of spinny serves. In loop rallies, it shines as long as you maintain a position close to the table. Compared to Vega China, O7CG is bouncier and significantly less tacky. If you seek a more authentic Chinese feel but prefer not to purchase from DHS, consider opting for Vega China or Victas TDE, which offer a tackier experience at a lower price point.
I currently use O7CG on a Tibhar JC blade, which features inner dyneema/carbon. I find this pairing to be effective, but I intend to try it on an outer carbon blade in the future to see if it enhances my performance by providing a broader window, similar to what I experience with K3.
In summarizing a comparison among O7CG, VC, and K3 (all max), here’s how they stack up:
The rubber is very heavy, weighing 56 grams when cut to fit a Viscaria blade. It is not as tacky as the H3. Personally, I prefer the Xiom Omega VII Pro over this one.
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