Here are some tips for when purchasing a table tennis table:

irst things first, don’t just look at the packaging to determine what’s the best table to buy.

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There is almost no way to pick the perfect rubber unless you have tried all of them. But, you can definitely narrow down your options.

Experimenting with different rubbers will make you aware of the different spins and speeds from you and your opponent. There is a wide variety to choose from in each skill level and style of play, so it shouldn’t be too difficult to stay in your element.

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The Nittaku brand has some great rubbers so I just thought I would give a few words about some good combinations and feelings of the rubbers for the intermediate-advanced offensive player.

The Hammond line is a great set of rubbers. The Hammond X is a more advanced rubber that has a lower throw and does not hold the ball as well as some others.

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Buying the right table tennis paddle is crucial to you improving your game. Sadly, too many people who are buying their first racket make terrible mistakes in their choice and thereby cause their game to improve not as fast.

The sponge, weight, and handle all makes a difference when deciding which racket to spend money on. This difference is felt based on the style of your play.

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Have you ever noticed how seriously table tennis players take care of their rackets?

The majority usually has a specialized bag to tote their rackets in as well as other equipment to maintain them. The reason for this is to preserve the rubber that they use. When playing for a bit, the racket tends to collect dirt particles and grease.

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Today we will dive into the world of speed gluing your racket. The reason why I personally apply speed glue is to have more control over spin.

First introduced in the early eighties, this procedure is now the normal way to go for most of the top ranked attacking players. It can be used on a regular basis for both training and match play.

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