DHS Hurricane 3 MID 39° – this is one of the most highly regarded DHS inverted table tennis rubbers, widely used by players of the Chinese national team, such as Liu Guozheng, and other top-level professionals. This rubber, featuring an extremely tacky Chinese topsheet and a medium hardness sponge (39° on the DHS scale), was created for players who aim not only for maximum speed and power but also for high control, allowing the offensive game to be enriched with various combinations. The modified pimple geometry under the topsheet, compared to Hurricane 2, provides more control, making the rubber ideal for controlled looping strokes and spin-based play. Hurricane 3 suits an ALL-OFF strategy, emphasizing feeling, control, and spin. Made in China, ITTF approved, the rubber is offered in red and black color variants, with sponge thicknesses of 2.0 mm, 2.15 mm, or 2.2 mm, ensuring an excellent balance of speed, spin, and control.
Main features:

• Rubber type: Inverted

• Speed: 94

• Spin: 99

• Control: 95

• Tensor: No

• Tackiness: Yes

• Strategy: ALL-OFF

• Surface: Highly tacky

• Sponge hardness: Medium hardness (39°)

• Sponge thickness: 2.0 mm, 2.15 mm, 2.2 mm

• Colors: Red, black

• Country of origin: China

• Approval: ITTF approved

DHS Hurricane 3 MID 39° stands out with its construction optimized for controlled offense:

• Sponge (medium hardness): The 39° sponge (about 48–50° on the ESN scale) is medium hardness, offered in 2.0 mm, 2.15 mm, or 2.2 mm thickness. Compared to harder rubbers like Hurricane 2 NEO (40–45°), the Hurricane 3 MID 39° sponge is slightly softer, providing longer ball contact (dwell time), which facilitates spin generation and control. This property is especially suitable for looping strokes, short play, and precise shots at the table or from mid-distance. Thicker sponges (2.15 mm, 2.2 mm) add more speed, while the thinner one (2.0 mm) offers more control, suitable for the backhand side or controlled play.

• Topsheet: The topsheet is highly tacky, providing high friction and spin potential. The special molecular structure allows the topsheet to generate strong spin when performing topspin strokes, serves, and short pushes. Compared to non-tacky rubbers like DHS Gold Arc 8, the Hurricane 3 topsheet is very sensitive to incoming spin, thus requiring good technique for blocking or receiving spinny serves. The topsheet is durable, but regular cleaning with DHS rubber cleaner is necessary to maintain tackiness. Some players use boosting agents like Haifu Sea Moon to increase speed and elasticity.

• Modified pimple geometry: Unlike Hurricane 2, Hurricane 3 has a modified pimple structure under the topsheet, which improves control and feel. This geometry allows more precise control of ball trajectory, especially during looping strokes, and reduces the risk of inaccuracies in intense rallies.

• No tensor effect: Hurricane 3 is not a tensor rubber, so it lacks the factory catapult effect typical of European rubbers like Butterfly Tenergy 05. Speed and spin depend on the player’s technique, and the linear power transfer provides precision and stability. This makes the rubber suitable for players who rely on their own shot strength.

• No anti-spin properties: Hurricane 3 is not an anti-spin rubber, so it is sensitive to incoming spin compared to long pips rubbers like DHS Cloud & Fog 3. The tacky topsheet requires active technique when dealing with the opponent’s spin, especially for receiving spinny serves.

The rubber weighs about 48–53 g (cut, 2.2 mm thick), slightly lighter than Hurricane 2 NEO (~50–55 g), making it suitable for players looking for a balanced racket weight. The colors – red and black – meet ITTF requirements. DHS recommends using water-based glue such as DHS No.15 and a protective film to maintain the topsheet’s properties.

DHS Hurricane 3 MID 39° features the following technical indicators tailored for controlled offense:

• Speed: 94. The rubber is fast, suitable for topspin strokes, looping, and counterattacks at the table or from mid-distance. The medium hardness sponge provides a balanced rebound that is slower than Hurricane 2 NEO (97), but sufficient for aggressive strokes. Speed can be increased by using boosting or fast blades such as DHS Hurricane Long 5.

• Spin: 99. Due to the highly tacky topsheet, the rubber generates exceptional spin, especially for looping strokes, serves, and short pushes. The spin potential is very high, suitable for spin-based play and deceptive shots like flick and short push. Compared to Hurricane 2 NEO (96), Hurricane 3 offers slightly more spin due to the modified pimple geometry.

• Control: 95. The rubber offers high control, especially for looping strokes, short play, and precise shots. The tacky topsheet and medium hardness sponge allow precise control of the ball’s trajectory, even under intense opponent attacks. Control is higher than Hurricane 2 NEO (48), making the rubber suitable for versatile attackers.

Trajectory: Hurricane 3 features a medium-high, curved trajectory, suitable for looping strokes and topspin attacks from mid-distance. Compared to Hurricane 2 NEO, the trajectory is slightly higher, allowing easier shot control and better neutralization of the opponent’s spin. The trajectory is effective for looping, but active technique is required when blocking at the table. Users emphasize the rubber’s “spin potential,” “control,” and “feel,” especially in looping play.

DHS Hurricane 3 MID 39° suits various blades, especially those emphasizing control and spin:

• DHS Hurricane Long 5: Maximizes speed, suitable for aggressive looping strokes.

• Yinhe T-11+: Lightweight carbon blade emphasizing speed and elasticity.

• Stiga Infinity VPS V: Provides feel, suitable for controlled looping strokes.

• Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive: Ensures stability, ideal for spin-based play.

• Butterfly Viscaria: Maximizes speed and control, suitable for professional play.

The rubber pairs best with allround or offensive blades, as the medium hardness sponge and tacky topsheet utilize the blade’s characteristics, emphasizing control and spin. Users recommend using Hurricane 3 on either forehand or backhand side for controlled looping and spin-based attacks.

DHS Hurricane 3 MID 39° is intended for players seeking control, spin, and stability in offense:

• For intermediate and advanced attackers mastering looping strokes, topspin, flick, and short play.

• For spin-based play, looking for a rubber that generates high spin and control from mid-distance.

• For versatile attackers seeking a rubber suitable for either forehand or backhand side for controlled looping strokes.

• For mid-distance play: Effective for looping strokes, topspin, and counterattacks.

• For close-to-table play: Suitable for short pushes, flick shots, and blocking, though technique is required due to the tacky topsheet.

• For serves and receiving: Due to extremely high spin potential, the rubber is effective for generating spinny serves, especially short spinny serves. Receiving requires technique due to sensitivity to spin, but active receiving (flick, topspin) is highly effective.
  

  The rubber is extremely effective for looping strokes (9.7/10) due to its exceptional spin generation and dwell time. The medium sponge hardness and tacky topsheet allow for long contact with the ball, giving great control over spin direction and strength. Ideal for Chinese-style looping with high spin and precision.

  Counter-topspin (9.2/10) – with proper technique, the rubber is very effective in countering the opponent’s spin. The tacky topsheet allows the player to grip the ball and redirect it with precision. However, it requires active play and good footwork, especially when countering heavy topspin.

  Backspin and pushes (9.5/10) – excellent for generating backspin in short play. The tackiness allows the rubber to “bite” the ball well, ensuring tight, low pushes that are hard to attack. Compared to tensor rubbers, it provides better short game precision.

  Blocking (8.6/10) – while the rubber is suitable for blocking, especially on the backhand side, it is slightly more sensitive to incoming spin than European rubbers due to its tacky surface. Passive blocks may lift the ball if timing isn’t perfect, so an active block or punch block is recommended.

  Serving (9.6/10) – Hurricane 3 excels in serving. Its tacky topsheet lets players generate sharp sidespin, underspin, or no-spin serves with subtle variations. Serves stay short and low, making them harder to attack. Excellent for players with strong serve strategies.

  Chopping (7.9/10) – not ideal for classical chopping far from the table. While spin generation is high, the control at long distance is limited due to the rubber’s speed and sensitivity to spin. Choppers generally prefer more specialized rubbers like long pips.

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  Summary:

  DHS Hurricane 3 MID 39° is a professional-grade rubber designed for spin-oriented players who value precision, control, and power. It rewards technical players who can generate their own speed and use the rubber’s tackiness for aggressive looping, spinny serves, and tight short game control. It’s less forgiving for beginners or players seeking easy speed, but highly effective in experienced hands.

  
  

DHS Hurricane 3

DHS Hurricane 3

DHS Hurricane 3