Donic BLUEGRIP-J3 is a premium-class sticky inverted table tennis rubber developed in collaboration with Chinese table tennis superstar Zhang Jike, continuing Donic's successful legacy. This rubber combines the advantages of two legendary Donic series - BLUESTAR A and BLUEGRIP C - created using advanced technologies to meet the highest professional and advanced player requirements, especially when playing with the plastic 40+ ball. ITTF-approved, the BLUEGRIP-J series stands out with its dynamic catapult effect, easy spin generation, power, and excellent balance between speed and control. The rubber is available in three versions: J-1 (hardest sponge), J-2 (medium-hard sponge), and J-3 (softest sponge). This description focuses primarily on BLUEGRIP J-3, which features a medium-hard sponge with a softer feel (~42-45 degrees), delivering high speed (124/100, ~15.5/20), excellent control (94/100, ~11.8/20), and extremely strong spin (128/100, ~16.0/20). BLUEGRIP J-3 is the ideal choice for controlled attackers and all-round offensive players seeking perfect balance between speed, control and spin, especially when executing topspin strokes, counterattacks and precise returns close to the table or from mid-distance. Donic BLUEGRIP-J3 represents power, spin, and Zhang Jike-inspired mastery!

Key Features:

• Rubber Type: Inverted (Pimples In)

• Category: All-round+ / Offensive- (AR+/OF-)

• Sponge Hardness: Medium+ (~42-45 degrees, J-3 version)

• Speed: 124/100 (~15.5/20 on universal scale)

• Control: 94/100 (~11.8/20 on universal scale)

• Spin: 128/100 (~16.0/20 on universal scale)

• Accuracy: 9.3/10

• Trajectory: 8.7/10 (high, suitable for topspin and all-round strokes)

• Sponge Thickness Options: 2.0 mm, 2.3 mm

• Surface: Sticky, highly grippy

• Technologies: BLUESTAR A surface composition, BLUEGRIP C sponge structure and geometry, Zhang Jike optimization

• Country of Origin: Germany

• Certifications: ITTF-approved

• Suitability: Controlled attacking play, all-round offensive play, topspin strokes, counterattacks, close-to-table and mid-distance play

Donic BLUEGRIP-J3 distinguishes itself with its advanced construction, dynamism and balanced feel, suitable for controlled attackers and all-round players:

• BLUESTAR A & BLUEGRIP C Synergy: The rubber combines BLUESTAR A surface composition ensuring grip and strong spin with BLUEGRIP C sponge structure and geometry providing dynamic catapult effect. Zhang Jike personally spent many hours testing this rubber to achieve optimal property balance. Compared to Donic BLUEGRIP J-2 (~16.0/20 speed), J-3 is slightly slower but offers higher control (94/100 vs. 92/100). Compared to Donic BLUESTAR A1 (~16.5/20 speed), J-3 provides softer feel and better control suitable for all-round players.

• Sticky Surface: The sticky surface ensures extremely strong spin, facilitating topspin strokes, serves and aggressive pushes. Compared to DHS Hurricane 3 Neo (~16.5/20 spin), BLUEGRIP J-3 offers similar spin but is easier to control due to softer sponge. Compared to XIOM Jekyll & Hyde C57.5 (~16.1/20 spin), spin generation is very similar but J-3 offers softer feel and higher control.

• Medium-Hard Sponge: The J-3 version's sponge (~42-45 degrees) ensures excellent balance between speed and control with gentle catapult effect. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05 (~36 degree sponge), BLUEGRIP J-3 is slightly harder but offers similar spin and higher control (94/100 vs. ~90/100). The sponge provides sensitive feedback and efficient energy transfer especially for topspin strokes and blocks.

• Sponge Thickness Options: Available in 2.0 mm and 2.3 mm allowing adaptation to different playing styles. 2.0 mm suits players prioritizing control and precision while 2.3 mm adds extra speed suitable for controlled attackers. Compared to Donic Acuda S3 (2.0-2.3 mm), BLUEGRIP J-3 offers stronger spin and greater dynamism.

• Weight & Assembly: The rubber is moderately weighted (~46-50 g when cut depending on thickness), pairing well with lightweight blades like Donic Ovtcharov No.1 Senso (~90 g) or Butterfly Zhang Jike ALC (~86 g). Water-based glue (e.g. Donic Vario Clean) is recommended for assembly. Users note its durability but advise regular cleaning with rubber cleaner (e.g. Donic Bio Cleaner) to maintain grip.

Technical Performance & Playing Characteristics:

• Speed (124/100, ~15.5/20): A fast rubber suitable for topspin strokes, attacking shots and counterattacks close to table or from mid-distance. Slightly slower than Donic BLUEGRIP J-2 (~16.0/20 speed) but with higher control. Significantly faster than XIOM Jekyll & Hyde C57.5 (~14.4/20 speed) with more balanced catapult effect.

• Control (94/100, ~11.8/20): The medium-hard sponge and sticky surface ensure excellent control particularly for topspin strokes, blocks and returns. Higher control than DHS Hurricane 3 Neo (~10/20 control) making it more manageable. Higher than Butterfly Tenergy 05 (~11/20 control) especially close to table.

• Spin (128/100, ~16.0/20): The sticky surface generates extremely strong spin especially for topspin strokes and serves. Similar to XIOM Jekyll & Hyde C57.5 (~16.1/20 spin) but with softer feel. Comparable to Andro Backside 3.0 (~16.0/20 spin) but faster and more all-round attacking oriented.

• Accuracy (9.3/10): High precision enables precise ball placement particularly for topspin and blocking shots. The sticky surface and sponge structure minimize shot dispersion.

• Trajectory (8.7/10): A high looping trajectory suits topspin and all-round strokes. Slightly lower than Donic BLUEGRIP J-2 (8.8/10) facilitating precise shots close to table. Blocking trajectory is stable ideal for active blocks.

Playing Aspects:

• Topspin Strokes (9.4/10): Very effective for topspin especially against backspin due to sticky surface and medium-hard sponge ensuring heavy spin and balanced acceleration. High trajectory suits rallies.

• Blocking (9.3/10): Effective for blocking topspin shots close to table absorbing energy and ensuring stability. The medium-hard sponge aids passive and active blocking.

• Push Shots (9.2/10): Enables precise pushes against backspin or dead balls generating strong spin thanks to sticky surface.

• Counter-Hitting (9.3/10): Excellent for fast counterattacks close to table or from mid-distance leveraging sponge's catapult effect and surface precision.

• Smashing (9.1/10): Effective for flat hits producing fast accurate trajectories with sufficient power.

• Serves & Receive (9.4/10): Allows precise serves with heavy spin due to sticky surface. Passive receive (9.3/10) is stable while active receive (9.2/10) benefits from control and spin.

• Flick Shots (9.2/10): Banana flicks are effortless due to sticky surface and sponge ensuring spin and stability.

Blade Compatibility:

Donic BLUEGRIP J-3 suits various blades especially all-round and offensive models complementing its speed, spin and control:

• Donic Ovtcharov No.1 Senso (7-ply, ~90 g): Excellent stability enhancing topspin and counterattacks.

• Butterfly Zhang Jike ALC (5+2 ply, ~86 g): Adds extra power suitable for controlled attackers.

• JOOLA PROLine ONE (5+2 ply, ~85 g): Boosts spin and control for all-round players.

• Yasaka Sweden Extra (5-ply, ~85 g): Provides balanced feel suitable for all-round attackers.

• Stiga Allround Classic Carbon (5+2 ply, ~85 g): Balances speed and control for all-round players.

Lightweight blades (~85-90 g) are recommended for optimal racket balance. 2.0 mm thickness suits backhand for more control while 2.3 mm suits forehand for greater speed and spin.

Additional Information:

Donic BLUEGRIP-J3 is developed based on Donic's expertise and Zhang Jike's input emphasizing BLUESTAR A's grip and BLUEGRIP C's sponge dynamism for spin, speed and control. Compared to Donic BLUEGRIP J-2, J-3 offers softer feel and higher control suitable for all-round and controlled attacking players. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05, the rubber offers similar spin but higher control and softer feel ideally suiting players seeking balance.

ITTF-approved, it's suited for high-level competition particularly controlled attackers and all-round players prioritizing spin, control and balance. Users praise its "strong spin", "excellent control" and "balanced feel" though note the sticky surface requires regular cleaning to maintain grip. Protective film (e.g. Donic Protection Film) and cleaner are recommended for longevity.

Who is Donic BLUEGRIP J-3 for?

• Controlled attackers: Seeking rubber with strong spin and high control suitable for balanced attacking play.

• All-round offensive players: Emphasizing topspin, blocks, counterattacks and aggressive pushes close to table or from mid-distance.

• Close-to-table and mid-distance play: Effective for topspin, blocks and all-round strokes.

• Serve & receive: Enables precise serves (9.4/10) and excels in passive (9.3/10) and active (9.2/10) receive.

• Players seeking balanced rubber: Optimal for those wanting spin, speed and control.

Advantages of Donic BLUEGRIP J-3:

• Speed (15.5/20): High speed suitable for topspin, attacks and counterattacks.

• Control (11.8/20): Excellent control particularly for topspin, blocks and returns.

• Spin (16.0/20): Extremely strong spin ideal for topspin and serves.

• Accuracy (9.3/10): Minimizes shot dispersion.

• Sticky Surface: Ensures heavy spin and easy handling.

• Medium-Hard Sponge: Provides balanced catapult effect and stability.

• Sponge Thickness Options: Adaptable to different styles.

• High Quality: ITTF-approved for competition.

Compared to Donic BLUEGRIP J-2, it offers softer feel and higher control suitable for all-round players. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05, it offers similar spin but higher control and softer feel. Donic BLUEGRIP J-3 is ITTF-approved, ideal for high-level play especially controlled attackers and all-round players emphasizing spin, control and balance. Its sticky surface, medium-hard sponge and Zhang Jike optimization deliver exceptional performance. Donic BLUEGRIP J-3 - spin, balance and German excellence!

Donic BLUEGRIP J3

Donic BLUEGRIP J3

Donic BLUEGRIP J3