Victas Curl P2V is a high-quality table tennis long pips rubber, previously known as TSP Curl P2, developed in collaboration between German and Japanese material experts (GJ Tec). Approved by the ITTF, this rubber features the widest pips structure in the entire Curl series, paired with a soft sponge (~35° hardness), ensuring exceptional control and versatile defensive play.

Victas Curl P2V is characterized by low speed (62/100, ~7.8/20), extremely high control (96/100, ~12.0/20), and sufficient spin (70/100, ~8.8/20), making it an ideal choice for defensive players who not only rely on chops in the far zone but also seek effective blocking and counterattacking opportunities close to the table.

The rubber stands out with its wide pips, which provide excellent spin reversal, dangerous backspin variations, and stability in blocking, making it suitable for the backhand side of players who combine defensive play in the far zone with close-to-the-table play. Victas Curl P2V represents control, versatility, and defensive flexibility!

Key Features:

• Rubber Type: Long Pips (Long Pimples)

• Sponge Hardness: Soft (~35°)

• Sponge Thickness: 0.5 mm, 1.0 mm, 1.5 mm

• Speed: 62/100 (~7.8/20 on the general scale)

• Control: 96/100 (~12.0/20 on the general scale)

• Spin: 70/100 (~8.8/20 on the general scale)

• Top Sheet Properties: Widest pips structure in the Curl series, spin reversal, dangerous backspin variations, stable blocking

• Technologies: Soft rubber composition, optimized wide long pips

• Color: Red, Black (top sheet)

• Country of Origin: Japan

• Certifications: ITTF-approved

• Suitability: Chopping in the far zone, blocking close to the table, counterattacking strikes, spin reversal, passive play, close-to-table and far-zone play

Victas Curl P2V distinguishes itself with the widest pips structure in the Curl series, a soft rubber composition, and the ability to combine defensive play in the far zone with effective close-to-the-table play, making it suitable for defensive players seeking versatility:

• Top Sheet Composition: The widest pips structure in the Curl series, combined with a soft rubber composition, ensures excellent spin reversal, allowing for dangerous backspin variations and effective blocking close to the table. The surface alters the nature of incoming spin, making it suitable for chopping in the far zone, passive returns, and unexpected counterattacking strikes.

Compared to Victas Curl P1V (~35° sponge, ~6.8/20 speed, ~10.6/20 spin), Curl P2V offers slightly higher speed (~7.8/20 vs. ~6.8/20), higher control (~12.0/20 vs. ~10.8/20), and less spin (~8.8/20 vs. ~10.6/20) due to its wider pips optimized for blocking and counterattacks.

• Sponge: The soft (~35°) sponge (0.5 mm, 1.0 mm, 1.5 mm) enhances control and spin reversal, ensuring stability during chops and the ability to perform precise blocks and counterattacks close to the table.

Compared to Dr. Neubauer A-B-S (~35° sponge, ~7.0/20 speed, ~9.5/20 control), Curl P2V offers higher speed (~7.8/20 vs. ~7.0/20), significantly higher control (~12.0/20 vs. ~9.5/20), and less spin (~8.8/20 vs. ~10.0/20).

Compared to TSP Curl P-4 (~6.5/20 speed, ~10.5/20 spin), Curl P2V provides higher speed (~7.8/20) and higher control (~12.0/20 vs. ~10.0/20).

• Spin and Trajectory: The wide long pips ensure a low trajectory (6.8/10), facilitating chops in the far zone, spin reversal, and stable blocks close to the table. The rubber is effective in generating backspin variations and neutralizing incoming spin, making it suitable for both defensive and more versatile play.

Compared to Butterfly Feint Long II (6.8/10 trajectory, ~10.0/20 spin), Curl P2V offers a similar trajectory and less spin (~8.8/20 vs. ~10.0/20) but higher control (~12.0/20 vs. ~10.5/20).

• Control: Due to the wide pips and soft sponge, the rubber provides extremely high control, especially when performing chops, blocks, passive returns, and counterattacks.

Compared to DHS Cloud & Fog 3 (~9.5/20 control), Curl P2V offers significantly higher control (~12.0/20).

Compared to Yasaka Phantom 0012 (~10.5/20 control), the control is higher, making the rubber suitable for players seeking stability and versatility.

Technical Indicators and Playing Characteristics:

• Speed (62/100, ~7.8/20): Victas Curl P2V is a slow rubber optimized for defensive play, chopping in the far zone, and blocking close to the table, yet it allows for precise counterattacking strikes. The soft sponge ensures stability and control.

Compared to Victas Curl P1V (~6.8/20 speed), Curl P2V offers higher speed (~7.8/20), making it suitable for more versatile play.

Compared to Butterfly Feint Long III (~7.5/20 speed), the speed is slightly higher, while control is significantly higher.

• Control (96/100, ~12.0/20): The wide pips and soft sponge ensure extremely high control, especially when performing chops, blocks, passive returns, counterattacks, and varied serves.

Compared to TSP Curl P-4 (~10.0/20 control), Curl P2V offers significantly higher control (~12.0/20).

Compared to Dr. Neubauer A-B-S (~9.5/20 control), the control is much higher.

• Spin (70/100, ~8.8/20): The wide long pips generate sufficient spin, especially when chopping and producing backspin variations, with good spin reversal.

Compared to Victas Curl P1V (~10.6/20 spin), Curl P2V offers less spin (~8.8/20) but higher control.

Compared to Butterfly Feint Long II (~10.0/20 spin), the spin is lower, but control is significantly higher.

• Trajectory (6.8/10): The low trajectory facilitates chopping in the far zone, spin reversal, and stable blocks close to the table.

Compared to Victas Curl P1V (6.5/10 trajectory), Curl P2V offers a slightly higher trajectory, making it suitable for more versatile play. The trajectory is stable, fitting both far-zone and close-to-the-table play.

• Sponge Thickness:

  • 0.5 mm – Maximizes control and spin reversal.

  • 1.0 mm – Offers a balanced mix of control and speed.

  • 1.5 mm – Enhances attacking potential, suitable for counterattacks and blocking close to the table.

Playing Aspects:

• Topspin Strikes: 7.8/10 – The rubber allows for light topspin strikes, especially with a 1.5 mm sponge, suitable for unexpected counterattacks close to the table.

• Blocking: 9.3/10 – Extremely effective in blocking topspin strikes close to the table due to the wide pips altering spin and the soft sponge's stability.

• Pressure Push: 8.9/10 – Enables precise pushes against backspin or non-spin balls with good spin reversal.

• Chopping: 9.6/10 – Effective when chopping in the far zone, especially due to the wide pips generating dangerous backspin variations.

• Counter-Hitting: 8.5/10 – Effective for precise counterattacks close to the table, especially with a 1.5 mm sponge due to its elasticity.

• Smashing: 8.0/10 – Allows for unexpected flat strikes, especially with thicker sponge, though speed is limited.

• Serves & Receives: 9.3/10 – Effective in varying serves, especially with spin reversal, and in passive (9.6/10) and active (9.2/10) receives due to control and spin variations.

• Flick Strikes: 8.7/10 – Banana flicks are performed effectively with the sponge, ensuring control and spin reversal.

Compatibility with Blades:

Victas Curl P2V pairs excellently with defensive and all-round blades that complement its control, spin reversal, and versatility:

• Nittaku Barwell Fleet (~8.5/20 speed, DEF) – Enhances the rubber's control and chopping potential, ideal for backhand defensive players.

• Donic Defplay Senso (~8.0/20 speed, DEF) – Provides an excellent balance of control and spin reversal, suitable for backhand play.

• Butterfly Joo Sae Hyuk (~8.8/20 speed, DEF) – Complements the rubber's spin reversal and blocking capabilities, suitable for elite defenders.

• Yasaka Sweden Defensive (~7.5/20 speed, DEF) – Fits players seeking maximum control in chops and blocks.

• DHS Power G7 (~11.0/20 speed, OFF-) – Suitable for players looking for a faster blade for counterattacks and blocking close to the table.

It is recommended to use Curl P2V in 0.5 mm or 1.0 mm on the backhand side with defensive blades (e.g., Nittaku Barwell Fleet) or 1.5 mm with all-round blades (e.g., DHS Power G7) to maintain racket balance and maximize control, spin reversal, and blocking potential. Due to its wide pips and soft composition, the rubber is more suited for the backhand side, paired with a traditional inverted rubber on the forehand.

Additional Information:

Victas Curl P2V, previously known as TSP Curl P2, is a high-quality long pips rubber featuring the widest pips structure in the Curl series, ensuring extremely high control, spin reversal, and versatility.

Compared to Victas Curl P1V (~6.8/20 speed, ~10.6/20 spin, ~10.8/20 control), Curl P2V offers higher speed (~7.8/20), significantly higher control (~12.0/20), and less spin (~8.8/20), making it suitable for a more versatile defensive style that combines chopping in the far zone with blocking and counterattacking close to the table.

Compared to TSP Curl P-4 (~6.5/20 speed, ~10.5/20 spin, ~10.0/20 control), Curl P2V provides higher speed (~7.8/20) and significantly higher control (~12.0/20), making it a modern alternative.

Users highlight the rubber's "unmatched control," "stability in blocking," "dangerous backspin variations," and "durability," though they note that it requires proper technique to fully exploit its potential, especially in counterattacks.

The rubber is long-lasting, offers excellent value for money, and is easy to handle for defensive players, particularly those seeking long pips with versatility.

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.

ITTF-approved, Victas Curl P2V is suitable for competitions and is ideal for players seeking long pips rubber with high control, spin reversal, and the ability to combine defense with close-to-the-table play.

Who is Victas Curl P2V For?

Victas Curl P2V is designed for players seeking control, spin reversal, and versatility:

• Intermediate to advanced players (3–15+ years of experience) – Looking for long pips rubber with extremely high control and spin reversal, suitable for the backhand side.

• Defensive players – Emphasizing chops in the far zone, blocking close to the table, spin reversal, and unexpected counterattacks.

• Long pips players – Suitable for those who want to disrupt opponents with spin reversal and stable blocking close to the table.

• Far-zone and close-to-table play – Effective in chopping, blocking, passive returns, and counterattacking.

• Serves & Receives – Effective in passive receives (9.6/10) and active receives (9.2/10) due to control and spin reversal.

• Players seeking versatility – Optimized for those combining defensive play in the far zone with close-to-the-table play.

Advantages of Victas Curl P2V:

• Speed (7.8/20): Low speed, suitable for chopping, spin reversal, and blocking, with the ability to perform precise counterattacking strikes.

• Control (12.0/20): Extremely high control, especially in chops, blocks, passive returns, counterattacks, and varied serves.

• Spin (8.8/20): Sufficient spin in chops and backspin variations, with good spin reversal.

• Trajectory (6.8/10): Low trajectory, facilitating chopping, spin reversal, and stable blocks.

• Widest pips structure: Ensures control, spin reversal, and blocking stability.

• Soft sponge: Provides stability and control.

• Durability: Long-lasting pips surface when properly maintained.

• Value for money: Affordable for its high quality and performance.

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

Compared to Victas Curl P1V, Curl P2V offers higher speed, significantly higher control, and less spin, making it suitable for a more versatile defensive style.

Compared to TSP Curl P-4, the rubber provides higher speed and control, making it a modern alternative.

Victas Curl P2V is ITTF-approved, suitable for competitions, and ideal for players emphasizing control, spin reversal, and versatility. Its widest pips structure and soft sponge ensure exceptional performance and feel.

Victas Curl P2V – Control, Versatility, and Defensive Flexibility!

Victas Curl P2V

Victas Curl P2V

Victas Curl P2V