Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-S is an ITTF-approved table tennis rubber, manufactured in Germany, designed for offensive (OFF+) players seeking maximum spin and dynamic play. This rubber stands out with its specially designed pimple geometry that prolongs ball contact time, ensuring extremely high spin (~15.0/20), very high speed (~15.6/20), and good control (~8.0/20). The EVOLUTION MX-S is particularly suitable for players using a physical playing style based on hand or wrist acceleration, allowing them to exploit the rubber's potential both close to the table and at mid-distance. Its high-grip PRO topsheet and medium-hard sponge (~45.7-47.7°) enable powerful topspin strokes, aggressive serves, and precise counterattacks while maintaining dynamic and stable play. The rubber is available in red and black, complying with ITTF regulations, and comes in four sponge thicknesses (1.5-1.6 mm, 1.7-1.8 mm, 1.9-2.0 mm, 2.1-2.2 mm), allowing adaptation to various offensive playing styles.

Compared to the Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-P (~15.5/20 speed, ~8.5/20 control, ~14.8/20 spin), the MX-S offers slightly higher spin but slightly lower speed and control. This rubber is the choice of most Tibhar Bundesliga and national players, emphasizing its professional level. Player feedback highlights that the rubber "provides exceptional spin in topspin strokes," "has long ball contact," and "performs excellently in dynamic play," making it suitable for advanced and professional players seeking a balance of spin and dynamism.

Key Features:

• Rubber Type: Inverted (Smooth)

• Sponge Hardness: Medium-hard (~45.7-47.7°)

• Sponge Thickness: 1.5-1.6 mm, 1.7-1.8 mm, 1.9-2.0 mm, 2.1-2.2 mm

• Speed: 125/100 (~15.6/20 on the general scale)

• Control: 80/100 (~8.0/20 on the general scale)

• Spin: 120/100 (~15.0/20 on the general scale)

• Trajectory Height: 7.7/10

• Topsheet Properties: High-grip PRO surface, optimized for extremely high spin, speed, and longer ball contact

• Technologies: Red Power Sponge, Pro Tension Technology, specially designed pimple geometry

• Color: Red, Black

• Origin: Germany

• Certification: ITTF-approved

• Playing Style: Offensive play, topspin strokes, aggressive serves, play against backspin, counterattacks

Unique Characteristics & Playing Performance:

The Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-S is an offensive rubber designed for players seeking very high speed (~15.6/20), extremely high spin (~15.0/20), and good control (~8.0/20). Its medium-hard sponge (~45.7-47.7°) and high-grip PRO topsheet, supported by Pro Tension Technology and specially designed pimple geometry, prolong ball contact time, ensuring exceptional spin and dynamic play. The rubber is particularly suitable for players using a physical playing style with hand or wrist acceleration, allowing them to exploit the rubber's potential both close to the table and at mid-distance. Red Power Sponge technology enhances the sponge's reactivity, providing a "catapult effect" that facilitates fast and powerful strokes. Its trajectory (7.7/10) is medium-high and slightly curved, ensuring stable ball flight that's ideal for aggressive topspin shots and play against backspin. The rubber is available in various sponge thicknesses: 1.5-1.6 mm for maximum control, 1.7-1.8 mm for a balanced attack-control combination, 1.9-2.0 mm for offensive play with good control, and 2.1-2.2 mm for maximum speed and spin. Player feedback highlights that the rubber "provides exceptional spin in topspin strokes," "has long ball contact," and "excels in dynamic play," making it suitable for players seeking spin and dynamism.

Topsheet Composition:

The Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-S features a high-grip PRO topsheet, tacky and elastic, optimized for extremely high spin, speed, and longer ball contact using Pro Tension Technology and specially designed pimple geometry. The inward-facing pimples (inverted) ensure strong ball contact, enabling extremely high spin (~15.0/20), especially during topspin strokes, aggressive serves, and shots against backspin. Compared to Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-P (~14.8/20 spin, ~15.5/20 speed, ~8.5/20 control), the MX-S offers higher spin but slightly lower speed and control. Compared to Tibhar EVOLUTION EL-S (~15.3/20 spin, ~15.4/20 speed, ~8.5/20 control), the MX-S has slightly lower spin but similar speed and lower control. Pro Tension Technology increases the topsheet's tension, providing additional reactivity, while the specially designed pimple geometry ensures longer ball contact that facilitates spin generation. Player feedback notes that the topsheet is "highly effective in generating spin on topspin strokes," "stable during shots against backspin," and "maintains its properties under intense play," making it ideal for players who value spin and dynamism. The topsheet is less sensitive to an opponent's spin compared to harder rubbers like Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-P 50°, facilitating serve reception and short play. Its durability is high, maintaining grip even under heavy use if properly maintained.

Sponge:

The Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-S uses a medium-hard sponge (~45.7-47.7°) that balances very high speed (~15.6/20), extremely high spin (~15.0/20), and good control (~8.0/20), delivering a "dynamic and reactive feel." Red Power Sponge technology enhances energy return, ensuring a "catapult effect" that facilitates fast and powerful strokes. The sponge thickness options allow adaptation to various offensive styles: 1.5-1.6 mm for maximum control, 1.7-1.8 mm for a balanced attack-control combination, 1.9-2.0 mm for offensive play with good control, and 2.1-2.2 mm for maximum speed and spin. Compared to Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-P (~47.5°, ~15.5/20 speed, ~8.5/20 control, ~14.8/20 spin), the MX-S offers higher spin but slightly lower speed and control. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05 (~14.5/20 speed, ~8.0/20 control, ~14.5/20 spin), the MX-S provides higher speed and spin, making it suitable for players seeking maximum dynamism. Player feedback emphasizes that the sponge "provides dynamic rebound" and "helps generate intense spin on topspin shots," especially during shots against backspin and close to the table.

Spin & Trajectory:

The Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-S excels in extremely high spin potential (~15.0/20), particularly in topspin strokes, aggressive serves, and shots against backspin. The high-grip PRO topsheet and medium-hard sponge prolong ball contact time, enabling heavy spin that disrupts opponents, especially during topspin shots and serves. The rubber's trajectory (7.7/10) is medium-high and slightly curved, ensuring stable ball flight that's ideal for aggressive topspin shots and play against backspin. Player feedback highlights that the rubber is "unmatched in generating spin on topspin strokes," "stable during shots against backspin," and "has a controllable trajectory," making it suitable for players who rely on spin and dynamism. Compared to Donic Bluefire M1 (~14.0/20 spin), the MX-S offers higher spin, catering to players seeking maximum spin.

Control:

The Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-S provides good control (~8.0/20) in its category, particularly in topspin strokes, serves, shots against backspin, and blocks. The medium-hard sponge requires precise technique, making the rubber less forgiving on imperfect strokes compared to softer rubbers like Tibhar EVOLUTION FX-S. Compared to Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-P (~8.5/20 control), the MX-S offers slightly lower control but higher spin. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05 (~8.0/20 control), the MX-S provides similar control but higher spin and speed. Player feedback notes that the rubber is "controllable in topspin strokes" and "allows precise ball placement," especially during shots against backspin and serve reception.

Technical Ratings:

• Speed (125/100, ~15.6/20): Very high speed, suitable for powerful topspin shots, strokes against backspin, and counterattacks. Compared to Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-P (~15.5/20 speed), the MX-S is slightly faster.

• Control (80/100, ~8.0/20): Good control, especially in topspin strokes, serves, shots against backspin, and blocks. Compared to Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-P (~8.5/20 control), the MX-S offers slightly lower control.

• Spin (120/100, ~15.0/20): Extremely high spin potential, ideal for topspin shots, aggressive serves, and strokes against backspin. Compared to Donic Bluefire M1 (~14.0/20 spin), the MX-S provides higher spin.

Playing Aspects:

• Topspin Strokes: 9.6/10 - Extremely effective topspin shots, especially on the forehand, with very high spin and speed.

• Backspin Strokes: 8.2/10 - Effective chops with heavy backspin but require precise technique.

• Blocking: 8.5/10 - Efficient in blocking topspin shots due to the high-grip topsheet and medium-hard sponge.

• Pressure Pushes: 8.4/10 - Precise short-game pushes with disruptive spin.

• Chopping: 7.9/10 - Limited backspin shots, suitable for offensive play with defensive elements.

• Counter-Hitting: 9.2/10 - Extremely stable counterattacks close to the table, with excellent speed-spin balance.

• Attacking Smashes: 9.0/10 - Highly effective attacking smashes, especially with 1.9-2.2 mm sponge.

• Serves & Receive: 8.9/10 - Effective serve reception and heavy spin generation, requiring good technique.

• Flick Shots: 9.0/10 - Stable banana flicks in short play, with excellent spin and speed.

Blade Compatibility:

The Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-S pairs well with offensive and all-round blades that complement its spin, speed, and dynamism:

• Tibhar Samsonov Force Pro (~13.0/20 speed, OFF): Enhances speed, ideal for aggressive attacking play.

• Butterfly Viscaria (~12.5/20 speed, OFF): Boosts spin and speed, perfect for topspin play.

• Donic Ovtcharov No.1 Senso (~12.0/20 speed, OFF): Suits players seeking maximum speed and spin.

• Stiga Clipper CR (~11.5/20 speed, OFF-): Ideal for offensive players balancing speed and control.

• Yasaka Ma Lin Carbon (~12.0/20 speed, OFF): Suits players combining topspin shots with counterattacks.

It is recommended to use the Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-S on an offensive blade (e.g., Tibhar Samsonov Force Pro) for players prioritizing maximum speed and spin, or on a slightly slower blade (e.g., Stiga Clipper CR) for players balancing speed with control.

Additional Information:

The Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-S is an offensive rubber combining very high speed (~15.6/20), extremely high spin (~15.0/20), and good control (~8.0/20), making it ideal for ambitious attacking players seeking spin and dynamism. Compared to Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-P (~15.5/20 speed, ~8.5/20 control, ~14.8/20 spin), the MX-S offers higher spin but slightly lower control. Compared to Tibhar EVOLUTION EL-S (~15.4/20 speed, ~8.5/20 control, ~15.3/20 spin), the MX-S has similar speed but slightly lower spin and control. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05 (~14.5/20 speed, ~8.0/20 control, ~14.5/20 spin), the MX-S provides higher speed and spin, making it suitable for players seeking maximum dynamism. Player feedback highlights that the rubber "provides exceptional spin in topspin strokes," "has long ball contact," and "excels in dynamic play," especially with 1.9-2.2 mm sponge thickness versions. Some players note that the 1.5-1.6 mm version is ideal for those seeking more control. The rubber utilizes Red Power Sponge and Pro Tension Technology, enhancing speed, spin, and durability. Additionally, the EVOLUTION MX-S is slightly heavier than softer rubbers (e.g., ~47.5 g with 2.0 mm sponge), making it ideal for players prioritizing powerful strokes. It is recommended to clean the surface with a dedicated rubber cleaner (e.g., Tibhar Rubber Cleaner) and use a protective film to prevent damage. Due to its high dynamism, spin, and professional-level performance, the Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-S is an excellent choice for advanced and professional players looking to improve their attacking technique and dominate competitions!

Who is the Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-S for?

The Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-S is designed for offensive-style players:

• Advanced and professional players (3-10 years of experience): Seeking a rubber with extremely high spin and very high speed.

• Offensive players: Those relying on powerful topspin shots, strokes against backspin, and counterattacks.

• Spin-oriented players: Ideal for players aiming to generate heavy spin on topspin shots and serves.

• Forehand side: An excellent choice for forehand strokes due to high spin and speed, but can also suit the backhand with proper technique.

• Players facing backspin: Optimized for easy ball lifting and strong topspin rotation.

Advantages of the Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-S:

• Speed (15.6/20): Very high speed, suitable for powerful topspin shots, strokes against backspin, and counterattacks.

• Control (8.0/20): Good control, especially in topspin strokes, serves, shots against backspin, and blocks.

• Spin (15.0/20): Extremely high spin potential, ideal for topspin shots, aggressive serves, and strokes against backspin.

• Trajectory (7.7/10): Medium-high and slightly curved trajectory, ensuring stability and precision.

• Medium-hard sponge: Provides dynamic rebound and maximum spin.

• High-grip PRO topsheet: Maximizes spin and facilitates precise technique.

• Low sensitivity to opponent's spin: Facilitates serve reception and short play.

• Durability: High-quality construction, long lifespan with proper maintenance.

• Price-to-performance ratio: Excellent value for professional-level performance.

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

The Tibhar EVOLUTION MX-S is an offensive rubber that combines very high speed, extremely high spin, and good control, enhanced by Red Power Sponge, Pro Tension Technology, and specially designed pimple geometry, enabling players to dominate aggressive play. Its high-grip topsheet and medium-hard sponge make it an ideal choice for advanced and professional players seeking to improve their attacking technique and maximize spin potential!

Tibhar Evolution MX-S

Tibhar Evolution MX-S

Tibhar Evolution MX-S