Victas VENTUS Stiff is a high-quality offensive table tennis rubber, ITTF-approved, manufactured in Japan, and designed to achieve the perfect balance between high speed, maximum spin, and excellent control. This rubber stands out with its 45° open-pore sponge, which utilizes the "Optimized Rotation Concept" technology to ensure exceptional spin and longer ball contact. VENTUS Stiff is designed for players who emphasize strong spin and powerful attacking strokes both close to the table and in mid-distance play. Its fast, high-quality topsheet generates tremendous power and impressive stroke dynamics, making it suitable for aggressive opening topspin attacks and mid-distance rallies. VENTUS Stiff offers an excellent price-to-performance ratio, making it an ideal choice for ambitious players seeking a well-balanced rubber that delivers speed, spin, and control. The rubber is suitable for both forehand and backhand play, especially for players who value versatility and stability.

Key Features:

• Rubber Type: Inverted (Pimples In)

• Sponge Hardness: Medium-hard (~45° ± 3)

• Sponge Thickness: 1.8 mm, 2.0 mm, Max

• Speed: 109/100 (~13.6/20 on the general scale)

• Control: 93/100 (~11.6/20 on the general scale)

• Spin: 104/100 (~13.0/20 on the general scale)

• Trajectory Height: 6.7/10

• Topsheet Characteristics: Grippy, fast, optimized for topspin strokes and spin generation

• Technologies: "Optimized Rotation Concept," open-pore sponge, "High Energy Tension" technology

• Color: Red, black (top sheet)

• Country of Origin: Japan

• Certifications: ITTF-approved

• Suitability: Topspin strokes, attacking strokes close to and mid-distance from the table, aggressive opening attacks, precise blocking, dangerous serves and receives, versatile offensive play

Unique Features and Playing Characteristics:

Victas VENTUS Stiff is a modern offensive rubber designed for players seeking the perfect balance between speed, spin, and control. Its grippy topsheet and "Optimized Rotation Concept" technology ensure high spin (~13.0/20), allowing for powerful topspin strokes with a high trajectory (6.7/10). The medium-hard (~45°) open-pore sponge provides a strong catapult effect, excellent sound feedback, and high speed (~13.6/20), facilitating aggressive opening topspin attacks and mid-distance rallies. The rubber features extended ball contact, ensuring greater spin energy transfer, making it ideal for players who prioritize strong spin and powerful strokes. Despite its offensive nature, VENTUS Stiff offers sufficient control (~11.6/20), making it suitable for both close-to-table and mid-distance play, as well as precise blocking and varied serves. Due to its versatility and outstanding price-to-performance ratio, this rubber is perfect for ambitious players looking for a well-balanced rubber.

Top Sheet Composition:

The VENTUS Stiff topsheet is grippy and fast, ensuring long ball contact and high spin. This surface allows players to generate strong topspin strokes with a high trajectory, as well as dangerous spin variations during serves, receives, and backspin strokes. The grippy surface effectively neutralizes the opponent's spin, making it suitable for counter-spin rallies and precise blocking close to the table. The topsheet also provides excellent control during passive returns, allowing for precise ball trajectory management.

Sponge:

The medium-hard (~45°) open-pore sponge (available in 1.8 mm, 2.0 mm, or Max thickness) with "High Energy Tension" technology gives the rubber a strong catapult effect, excellent feel, and high speed. A thinner sponge (1.8 mm) suits players seeking balanced control and spin, while thicker sponges (2.0 mm and Max) enhance speed and attacking potential, making them ideal for aggressive players. Compared to the Victas V > 03 (~42.5° sponge, ~13.4/20 speed, ~12.5/20 control, ~12.9/20 spin), VENTUS Stiff offers slightly higher speed (~13.6/20) but lower control (~11.6/20) and similar spin (~13.0/20). Compared to Yasaka Rakza 7 (~13.7/20 speed, ~11.5/20 control, ~13.5/20 spin), VENTUS Stiff provides similar speed, slightly higher control, and slightly lower spin.

Spin and Trajectory:

VENTUS Stiff boasts high spin potential (~13.0/20), especially during topspin strokes, varied serves, and backspin strokes. Thanks to the "Optimized Rotation Concept" and grippy topsheet, the rubber generates a high trajectory (6.7/10), facilitating topspin attacks, mid-distance rallies, and drives. The rubber effectively neutralizes the opponent's spin, making it suitable for players facing strong topspin strokes.

Control:

VENTUS Stiff offers sufficient control (~11.6/20), particularly during precise serves, receives, blocking close to the table, and topspin strokes. Compared to Xiom Vega Pro (~13.8/20 speed, ~11.0/20 control), VENTUS Stiff provides slightly lower speed but higher control, making it suitable for players seeking a balance between speed and stability.

Technical Indicators:

• Speed (109/100, ~13.6/20): High speed for topspin strokes, attacking strokes, and opening attacks. Compared to Donic Bluefire M1 (~14.0/20 speed), VENTUS Stiff offers slightly lower speed but higher control.

• Control (93/100, ~11.6/20): Sufficient control, especially during serves, receives, blocking, and less precise strokes. Compared to Yasaka Mark V (~12.0/20 control), VENTUS Stiff provides slightly lower control.

• Spin (104/100, ~13.0/20): High spin, particularly during topspin, backspin strokes, and varied serves. Compared to DHS Hurricane 3 Neo (~14.0/20 spin), VENTUS Stiff offers slightly lower spin but higher control.

Playing Aspects:

• Topspin Strokes: 9.3/10 – Effective topspin strokes with a high trajectory, especially suitable for aggressive opening attacks.

• Backspin Strokes: 8.7/10 – Strong backspin strokes, suitable for defensive play and spin variation.

• Blocking: 8.9/10 – Effective when blocking topspin strokes close to the table, with excellent spin neutralization.

• Push Strokes (Pressure Push): 8.8/10 – Precise pushes against backspin or no-spin balls, with good spin variation.

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

• Counter-Hitting: 9.0/10 – Stable counter-attacking strokes close to and mid-distance from the table.

• Smashing: 9.1/10 – Powerful flat hits with high accuracy.

• Serves and Receives: 9.0/10 – Effective serve variation and precise receives (passive receive 9.0/10, active receive 9.1/10).

• Flick Strokes: 9.0/10 – Effective banana flicks with excellent spin and control.

Compatibility with Blades:

Victas VENTUS Stiff pairs well with versatile and lightweight offensive blades that complement its speed, spin, and control:

• Victas Dyna Carbon (~14.0/20 speed, OFF): Enhances the rubber's speed and attacking potential, ideal for aggressive players.

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

• Donic Waldner Senso Carbon (~13.5/20 speed, OFF-): Complements spin and control, 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 catapult effect and spin, suitable for mid-distance rallies.

It is recommended to use VENTUS Stiff with a 2.0 mm or Max sponge on either the forehand or backhand side of lightweight offensive blades (e.g., Donic Waldner Senso Carbon) or all-round blades (e.g., Yasaka Sweden Extra) to maintain racket balance and maximize speed, spin, and control potential.

Additional Information:

Victas VENTUS Stiff is a modern offensive rubber that combines high speed (~13.6/20), spin (~13.0/20), and sufficient control (~11.6/20), making it ideal for players seeking balanced performance. Compared to Victas V > 03 (~13.4/20 speed, ~12.5/20 control, ~12.9/20 spin), VENTUS Stiff offers slightly higher speed but lower control and similar spin. Compared to Yasaka Rakza 7 (~13.7/20 speed, ~11.5/20 control, ~13.5/20 spin), VENTUS Stiff provides similar speed, slightly higher control, and slightly lower spin. Users praise the rubber's "excellent spin," "powerful topspin strokes," "precise serves," and "stability in mid-distance rallies." The rubber is particularly suitable for players seeking a balance between speed and spin, especially those looking to improve their attacking game. It is recommended to regularly clean the surface with a specialized cleaner (e.g., Victas Rubber Cleaner) and use a protective film to prevent damage.

Who is Victas VENTUS Stiff For?

Victas VENTUS Stiff is designed for players who seek speed, spin, and control in offensive play:

• Beginners and Intermediate Players (1–10 years of experience): Those looking for a balanced rubber with a high equilibrium of speed, spin, and control.

• Offensive Players: Those who emphasize topspin strokes, attacking strokes close to and mid-distance from the table, precise serves, and receives.

• All-Round Players: Those who combine attacking play with controlled blocking and backspin strokes.

• Close-to-Table and Mid-Distance Play: Effective for opening attacks, counter-attacks, blocking, and serves.

• Players Seeking Balanced Feel: Ideal for those who want to improve their game with easy handling and an excellent price-to-performance ratio.

Advantages of Victas VENTUS Stiff:

• Speed (13.6/20): High speed for topspin strokes, attacking strokes, and opening attacks.

• Control (11.6/20): Sufficient control, especially during serves, receives, blocking, and less precise strokes.

• Spin (13.0/20): High spin, particularly during topspin, backspin strokes, and varied serves.

• Trajectory (6.7/10): High trajectory, facilitating topspin attacks and counter-spin rallies.

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

• Grippy Top Sheet: Ensures high spin and dangerous variations.

• Durability: High-quality topsheet ensures long lifespan if properly maintained.

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

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

Victas VENTUS Stiff is a well-balanced offensive rubber that combines speed, spin, and control, giving players the ability to execute powerful strokes while maintaining stability. Its open-pore sponge with "High Energy Tension" technology, grippy topsheet, and "Optimized Rotation Concept" make it an excellent choice for ambitious players seeking versatility, speed, and high quality!

Victas VENTUS Stiff

Victas VENTUS Stiff

Victas VENTUS Stiff