Customer review for Tibhar Hybrid K3

External Review for Tibhar Hybrid K3 on April 29, 2023

Edit: I first left a review based on my initial impressions, saying I was quite disappointed because the sponge felt harder than expected and lacked control. The communication from Tibhar around this rubber isn't clear, what kind of game is it for? What kind of blade pairs well?
From my findings, it's a rubber for advanced players (below average control and spring), to be used at mid distance from the table (players with enough power can use it far from the table too). Not good for blocking, chopping or DEF game. It's clearly an OFF rubber where you have to be active all the time. I usually prefer having the same rubber on both sides but don't find K3 optimal for BH. I like MX-D, MX-P or Quantum X Pro better for BH. K3 top sheet offers some tackiness but is not at all sticky like a Chinese rubber. Spin is excellent (based on grip rather than tack). Paring with the right blade isn't easy, it should go on a fast blade offering some flex but not soft. I have first tried several blades (JRE, Nobilis, Gauzy SL) without getting satisfying results so I left the rubber aside for some time. Then my son wanted to try it in his Tibhar BS1 (7-ply all-wood) so he would have the same setup as BS, and he was satisfied although he said it lacked control. Finally, following Tomigaya's advice, I glued it in a VS Unlimited (outer ALC) and it's wonderful. I get all the spin, speed and control one can hope. But, again, it's only balanced if it's paired with the right blade.

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