Victas VS > 402 Limber is a high-quality, versatile table tennis rubber, ITTF-approved, belonging to the Victas VS series and designed for modern defensive and all-round players seeking the highest spin potential and control. This rubber, manufactured in Japan, is the softest variant in the VS series, combining a tacky and elastic topsheet with a soft (~40°) "Limber" sponge, known for its strong catapult effect. Victas VS > 402 Limber stands out for its excellent control in attacking play, dangerous spin variations, and a distinctive sound upon impact. The rubber is ideal for players who want to pressure opponents with dangerous serves, receives, topspin, and backspin strokes while maintaining high control. Due to its versatility and forgiveness, it suits both defensive and all-round players, especially those who seek varied play close to the table and in mid-distance rallies. The rubber is suitable for both forehand and backhand sides.

Key Features:

• Rubber Type: Smooth Pimples (Pimples In)

• Sponge Hardness: Soft (~40°)

• Sponge Thickness: 2.0 mm

• Speed: 92/100 (~11.5/20 on the general scale)

• Control: 103/100 (~12.9/20 on the general scale)

• Spin: 105/100 (~13.1/20 on the general scale)

• Top Sheet Properties: Tacky and elastic, high grip, optimized for spin and control

• Technologies: Soft "Limber" attacking sponge, strong catapult effect, "High Energy Tension" technology

• Color: Red, Black (top sheet)

• Country of Origin: Japan

• Certifications: ITTF-approved

• Suitability: Topspin and backspin strokes, dangerous serves and receives, controlled blocking, versatile play close to the table and in mid-distance rallies

Distinctive Features and Playing Characteristics:

Victas VS > 402 Limber is the softest rubber in the VS series, designed for modern defensive and all-round players who emphasize spin and control. Its tacky and elastic topsheet, combined with a soft (~40°) "Limber" sponge, ensures a strong catapult effect, excellent feel, and a distinctive sound upon impact. The rubber excels in generating dangerous spin variations, particularly in topspin and backspin strokes, as well as precise serves and receives. Due to the soft sponge and tacky surface, VS > 402 Limber offers exceptional control in attacking play, allowing players to pressure opponents with dangerous strokes while maintaining stability. The rubber is forgiving on imperfect shots, making it suitable for players seeking easy handling and versatility.

Top Sheet Composition:

The VS > 402 Limber top sheet is tacky and elastic, ensuring high grip and prolonged ball contact. This surface enables strong topspin and backspin strokes with a high trajectory, as well as dangerous spin variations during serves and receives. The tacky surface effectively neutralizes the opponent's spin, making the rubber suitable for counter-spin rallies and controlled blocking close to the table. The surface also provides excellent control in passive returns, allowing precise ball trajectory management.

Sponge:

The soft (~40°) "Limber" sponge (2.0 mm thickness) gives the rubber a strong catapult effect, excellent feel, and high control. This sponge enhances forgiveness on imperfect shots and ensures stability in counter-attacking strokes and blocking. Compared to Victas VJ > 07 Regular (~42.5° sponge, ~12.0/20 speed, ~12.6/20 control), VS > 402 Limber offers slightly lower speed (~11.5/20) but higher control (~12.9/20) and similar spin (~13.1/20). Compared to Yasaka Mark V (~12.0/20 speed, ~12.0/20 control), VS > 402 Limber provides slightly lower speed but significantly higher control and better spin due to its tacky surface.

Spin and Trajectory:

VS > 402 Limber features high spin potential (~13.1/20), especially in topspin and backspin strokes and varied serves. Due to the soft sponge and tacky surface, the rubber generates a high trajectory (8.2/10), facilitating topspin and backspin attacks while ensuring stability in mid-distance rallies. The rubber effectively neutralizes the opponent's spin, making it suitable for players facing strong topspin attacks.

Control:

VS > 402 Limber offers extremely high control (~12.9/20), particularly in precise serves, receives, blocking close to the table, and imperfect topspin or backspin strokes. Compared to Xiom Vega Europe (~11.5/20 control), VS > 402 Limber provides significantly higher control, making it ideal for players seeking maximum stability and easy handling.

Technical Indicators:

• Speed (92/100, ~11.5/20): Sufficient speed for topspin and backspin strokes as well as opening attacks. Compared to Donic Baracuda (~13.7/20 speed), VS > 402 Limber offers lower speed but higher control.

• Control (103/100, ~12.9/20): Exceptionally high control, especially in serves, receives, blocking, and imperfect strokes. Compared to Yasaka Mark V (~12.0/20 control), VS > 402 Limber provides higher control.

• Spin (105/100, ~13.1/20): High spin, particularly in topspin, backspin strokes, and varied serves. Compared to DHS Hurricane 3 Neo (~14.0/20 spin), VS > 402 Limber offers slightly lower spin but higher control.

Playing Aspects:

• Topspin Strokes: 8.9/10 – Suitable for topspin strokes with a high trajectory, especially forgiving on imperfect shots.

• Backspin Strokes: 9.0/10 – Effective backspin strokes, particularly in defensive play and spin variation.

• Blocking: 9.5/10 – Highly effective in blocking topspin strokes close to the table, with excellent spin neutralization.

• Pressure Pushes: 9.1/10 – Precise pushes against backspin or no-spin balls, with good spin variation.

• Chopping: 8.5/10 – Excellent backspin generation, suitable for defensive play.

• Counter-Hitting: 8.5/10 – Stable counter-attacks close to the table and in mid-distance rallies.

• Smashing: 8.3/10 – Powerful flat hits with good accuracy.

• Serves and Receives: 9.3/10 – Highly effective in varying serves and executing precise receives (passive receive 9.3/10, active receive 9.4/10).

• Flick Strokes: 8.8/10 – Effective banana flicks with excellent spin and control.

Compatibility with Blades:

Victas VS > 402 Limber pairs well with versatile and lightweight offensive blades that complement the rubber's control, spin, and forgiveness:

• Victas Dyna Seven (~12.5/20 speed, ALL+): Enhances the rubber's control and spin potential, ideal for all-round players.

• Butterfly Korbel (~13.0/20 speed, OFF-): Balances the rubber's speed and control, suitable for varied play.

• Donic Appelgren Allplay (~12.5/20 speed, ALL+): Complements the rubber's control and forgiveness, ideal for players seeking stability.

• Yasaka Sweden Extra (~12.8/20 speed, ALL+): Perfect for players who prioritize high control and spin potential.

• Nittaku Acoustic (~13.0/20 speed, OFF-): Enhances the rubber's catapult effect and spin, suitable for mid-distance rallies.

It is recommended to use VS > 402 Limber with a 2.0 mm sponge on either the forehand or backhand side on all-round blades (e.g., Yasaka Sweden Extra) or lightweight offensive blades (e.g., Donic Appelgren Allplay) to maintain racket balance and maximize control, spin, and forgiveness.

Additional Information:

Victas VS > 402 Limber is a modern, versatile rubber distinguished by its soft sponge (~40°) and tacky top sheet, ensuring an excellent balance of control (~12.9/20), spin (~13.1/20), and speed (~11.5/20). Compared to Victas VJ > 07 Regular (~12.0/20 speed, ~12.6/20 control, ~13.1/20 spin), VS > 402 Limber offers slightly lower speed but higher control and similar spin, making it more suited for defensive and all-round players. Compared to Yasaka Mark V (~12.0/20 speed, ~12.0/20 control, ~12.0/20 spin), VS > 402 Limber provides slightly lower speed but significantly higher control and better spin due to its tacky surface. Users praise the rubber's "excellent control feel," "dangerous spin variations," "precise serves," and "forgiveness on imperfect shots." The rubber is particularly suitable for players seeking easy handling and stability, especially those with limited training time. It is recommended to clean the surface regularly with a specialized cleaner (e.g., Victas Rubber Cleaner) and use a protective film to prevent damage.

Who is Victas VS > 402 Limber For?

Victas VS > 402 Limber is designed for players who prioritize control, spin, and stability in all-round or defensive play:

• Beginners and intermediate players (1–10 years of experience): Those seeking an easy-to-control rubber with high control and spin.

• Defensive and all-round players: Those emphasizing topspin and backspin strokes, dangerous serves, controlled blocking, and precise receives.

• Players seeking forgiveness: Those who value stability on imperfect shots and easy handling.

• Close-to-table and mid-distance play: Effective in opening attacks, counter-hits, blocking, chopping, and serves.

• Players with limited training time: Due to its high control and easy handling, it suits those who cannot dedicate much time to training.

Advantages of Victas VS > 402 Limber:

• Speed (11.5/20): Sufficient for topspin and backspin strokes as well as opening attacks.

• Control (12.9/20): Extremely high control, especially in serves, receives, blocking, and imperfect strokes.

• Spin (13.1/20): High spin, particularly in topspin, backspin strokes, and varied serves.

• Trajectory (8.2/10): High trajectory, facilitating topspin and backspin attacks and counter-spin rallies.

• Soft Sponge: Provides a strong catapult effect and excellent feel.

• Tacky Surface: Ensures high spin and dangerous variations.

• Durability: High-quality surface ensures long service life if properly maintained.

• Price-to-Quality Ratio: Excellent value for high quality and performance.

• High Quality: ITTF-approved, suitable for competitions.

Victas VS > 402 Limber is a controlled, versatile rubber that combines high spin, control, and forgiveness, enabling players to pressure opponents with dangerous strokes while maintaining stability. Its soft sponge, tacky surface, and strong catapult effect make it an excellent choice for modern defensive and all-round players seeking control, spin, and easy handling!

Victas VS>402 Limber

Victas VS>402 Limber

Victas VS>402 Limber