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The Andro Roxon 450 is a table tennis rubber designed for ambitious players of all playing levels who want a balance of power, spin, and control with a focus on a “speed glue feeling” without actually using glue. Here’s a breakdown of its key features and playing style:
Playing Style: Allround Offensive with High Performance – This rubber caters to a wide range of players who want to play an offensive game with strong topspins, powerful shots, and good control. It offers a feel similar to using speed glue (banned in professional play since 2008) for increased performance without needing the glue itself.
Technical Specifications (estimates):
Speed: Medium to Fast (around 110) – Offers good speed for attacking shots, potentially feeling even faster due to the “speed glue effect.” This speed might require some skill development to handle effectively.
Spin: Very High (around 105) – Provides excellent spin potential for effective topspins, serves, and counterspins due to the grippy topsheet.
Control: Medium (around 75) – The Roxon 450 offers control for precise shots, but it might be slightly less controllable compared to slower rubbers due to the emphasis on speed and spin.
Hardness: Medium (around 45-47 degrees) – This common hardness for balanced offensive rubbers provides a good balance between responsiveness and feel for the ball.
Benefits:
High Performance with Speed Glue Feel: The combination of speed, spin, and the “speed glue effect” allows for powerful and extremely spinny attacks, mimicking the performance of banned speed glues.
Good Control for Offensive Players: While prioritizing power and spin, the Roxon 450 offers a decent level of control for skilled players who can handle its speed.
Suitable for Forehand and Backhand: The balance of speed, spin, and control makes the Roxon 450 potentially suitable for both forehand and backhand offensive play.
Potential Drawbacks:
Demanding for Beginners: The speed and spin of the Roxon 450 might be challenging for beginners to control effectively.
Less Control Than Slower Rubbers: Compared to rubbers that prioritize control, the Roxon 450 requires a higher skill level to handle due to its focus on speed and spin.
Alternatives:
Here are some options within Andro’s current lineup that offer similar playing styles but with variations depending on your preference for control or a slightly softer feel:
Andro Rasanter 42: Offers a good balance between speed, spin, and control for allround offensive play, with a potentially slightly slower feel compared to the Roxon 450 but with potentially better control for developing players.
Andro Trichon 5: Focuses on a balance of power, spin, and control with a slightly softer topsheet for better touch, offering a potentially similar overall feel to the Roxon 450 but with a bit more control and a softer feel.
Additional Notes:
The “speed glue effect” refers to the increased performance some players experienced when using speed glue, a substance banned due to concerns about health and consistency. The Roxon 450 aims to replicate that feeling through material properties, not glue.
Consider your playing style and skill level when choosing a rubber. If you’re a beginner or prioritize control, an alternative with a lower speed rating might be a better fit.
Reviews from players who used the Roxon 450 or similar fast, spin-oriented offensive rubbers can be valuable for understanding its specific feel and performance.