The DHS Hurricane 3 NEO 37 rubber in the soft version is a great choice for the backhand. More and more Chinese players are leaving Euro-Japanese rubbers on the backhand side and uses DHS Hurricane 3 NEO 37 with a soft sponge.
DHS Hurricane 3 NEO 37° and 38° – Softer Chinese Rubbers for Controlled Topspin
Are you looking for a table tennis rubber that combines typical Chinese tackiness with a softer sponge for higher control and safety? DHS Hurricane 3 NEO in 37° and 38° variants represents the ideal choice for technical and all-round offensive players who require longer ball dwell time.
These rubbers are designed for the modern era of plastic balls and utilize factory pre-tuned NEO energetic sponge technology with an integrated speed glue effect. The softer underlying sponges ease rubber activation even with a less powerful swing, providing stable playing characteristics, a safe arc over the net, and high precision in ball placement.
Rubber Performance Parameters
Rubber Type: Sticky surface (Sticky back)
Game Strategy: Controlled Offensive (ALL+ / OFF-)
Technology: NEO Sponge with high elasticity
Main Use: Technical topspin, variable play, and secure blocking
Available Hardness Variants:
DHS Hurricane 3 NEO 37° (Soft)
DHS Hurricane 3 NEO 38° (Medium-Soft)
NEO Technology and Flexible Sponge for Stable Spin
The characteristics of the DHS Hurricane 3 NEO 37° and 38° rubbers benefit from the combination of a sticky top sheet and a more compliant underlying sponge. This concept extends the dwell time during the stroke. This results in a noticeably higher flight trajectory (safe arc) and the ability to generate heavy spin even from challenging positions below the table level.
The softer sponges with NEO technology significantly assist in serve return, short play over the net, and passive blocking, where they effectively absorb the energy of the opponent's shots. As soon as you transition into an active topspin, the rubber smoothly releases stored energy, ensuring high spin with sufficient depth to the opponent's baseline.
37° Soft Variant – Maximum Control and Spin
The soft version with a value of 37° offers the highest level of control and feel in the entire Hurricane 3 NEO range. It is optimal for players transitioning from classic European rubbers who are looking for a sticky surface without excessive hardness, or for those whose game is based on technical ball placement and spin.
This hardness forgives minor technical deficiencies and provides high confidence during short play and in topspin rallies, where safely carrying the ball over the net with a high degree of rotation is the priority.
38° Medium-Soft Variant – Balanced Performance
The medium-soft version with a value of 38° forms an ideal bridge between the soft variant and classic harder Chinese rubbers. It is suitable for all-round offensive players who want to play a variable game with an emphasis on spin but require slightly more forward speed than the 37° version.
This variant provides a slightly more linear response when transitioning into a fast attack, retains excellent blocking characteristics, and offers a great balance between offensive pressure and defensive safety.
How to Care for DHS Hurricane 3 NEO Rubbers
Regular maintenance is essential to ensure the rubbers retain their tackiness and playing characteristics over a long period. After every training session or match, clean the rubber surface with a specialized cleaner for sticky Chinese rubbers or with clean water and a soft sponge.
Once the rubber has dried, always apply a protective rubber film to prevent air and dust from reaching the surface. This simple step will extend the lifespan of your rubber and ensure consistent and stable spin performance in every set.
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The DHS Hurricane 3 NEO 37 rubber in the soft version is a great choice for the backhand. More and more Chinese players are leaving Euro-Japanese rubbers on the backhand side and uses DHS Hurricane 3 NEO 37 with a soft sponge.
