JOOLA Express Ultra is a professional-class short pips table tennis rubber, part of the JOOLA Precision Line, designed for modern offensive-defensive players who emphasize dynamic counter-attacking play at the table. ITTF-approved, this rubber’s soft “Balance” sponge (~40° on the ESN scale, calculated according to Soft characteristics) with integrated Tensor technology ensures high speed (104/200, ~10.5/20), good spin (80/200, ~8/20), and sufficient control (83/200, ~12/20). The short pips structure (height 1 mm, width 2.1 mm, spacing 1.1 mm) creates a high arc-shaped trajectory (8/10) and high precision (8/10), ideal for fast counter-hits, blocks, and flat hits at the table. Optimized for the plastic 40+ ball, Express Ultra offers a speed glue effect, enhancing elasticity, speed, and spin, making it an excellent choice for players seeking dynamic play at the table with a short pips rubber. Thanks to its lightweight (~42 g cut) and durability, JOOLA Express Ultra is a high-quality option reflecting the JOOLA Precision Line technologies, suitable for high-level competition.

Main features:

• Rubber type: Short pips
• Rubber category: Precision
• Characteristics: Offensive-defensive (OFF-/DEF+)
• Speed: 104/200 (~10.5/20 on general scale)
• Spin: 80/200 (~8/20 on general scale)
• Control: 83/200 (~12/20 on general scale)
• Precision: 8/10
• Trajectory: 8/10 (high, suitable for counter-hits and flat shots)
• Sponge hardness: ~40° (soft, ESN scale, calculated)
• Sponge type: Balance (with Tensor technology)
• Sponge thickness: 2.0 mm, Max
• Top sheet type: Grippy short pips
• Pip dimensions: Height 1 mm, width 2.1 mm, spacing 1.1 mm
• Colors: Red, black
• Country of origin: Germany
• Approvals: ITTF approved
• Weight: ~65 g (uncut, 180x170 mm), ~42 g (cut, Stiga standard, 157x150 mm)
• Technologies: Balance sponge, Tensor technology, optimized for 40+ ball
• Category: Offensive-defensive (OFF-/DEF+)

JOOLA Express Ultra features a modern design combining a soft “Balance” sponge with Tensor technology and a grippy short pips top sheet, ensuring speed, spin, and control for dynamic play at the table:

• Sponge (~40°): The soft “Balance” sponge (~40° on ESN scale) with Tensor technology creates a speed glue effect, increasing elasticity and speed (104/200). Compared to JOOLA Rhyzen Ice (~42°, 103/200 speed), Express Ultra is slightly softer, offering similar speed but less spin (80/200) and similar control (83/200). Compared to JOOLA MAXXX 500 (~50°, 9.5/10 speed), the sponge is much softer, providing more forgiveness and a more sensitive feel. Compared to Butterfly Tackifire C (~41°), the Express Ultra sponge is similarly soft but offers more speed and dynamism due to the Tensor technology.

• Top sheet: The grippy short pips top sheet (80/200 spin) with wide, short pips and medium spacing is optimized for the 40+ plastic ball. It provides good spin on counter-hits, blocks, and flat hits while maintaining typical short pips characteristics – lower spin sensitivity when receiving topspin balls. Compared to JOOLA Rhyzen CWX (94/200 spin, long pips), Express Ultra generates less spin, but the top sheet offers more speed and attacking potential. Compared to Yasaka Mark V XS, the Express Ultra top sheet is more dynamic, offering more speed and control.

• Tensor technology: Integrated into the soft “Balance” sponge, Tensor technology enhances sponge elasticity, delivering a speed glue effect that increases speed (104/200) and spin (80/200). Compared to JOOLA Rhyzen Fire (~45°, 98/200 speed), Express Ultra is faster and more controllable, suitable for dynamic close-to-the-table play. Compared to Butterfly Impartial XS, Express Ultra offers more dynamism and forgiveness.

• Short pips structure: The short, wide pips (1 mm height, 2.1 mm width, 1.1 mm spacing) ensure a high arc-shaped trajectory (8/10) and good precision (8/10), facilitating counter-hits, blocks, and flat shots. The top sheet allows effective control of incoming topspins by reducing spin influence, making it ideal for fast table play.

• Weight and durability: JOOLA Express Ultra is lightweight (~42 g cut), lighter than JOOLA MAXXX 500 (~45 g) and similar to JOOLA Rhyzen Ice (~43 g). This lightness allows pairing with heavier blades like the Butterfly Innerforce Layer ALC without losing racket balance. The rubber is durable, maintaining pip grip and elasticity even after intensive use, making it a cost-effective option.

The rubber is offered in 2.0 mm and Max thicknesses, suitable for offensive-defensive play at the table, ensuring balanced speed, spin, and control. Colors – red and black – comply with ITTF standards. Water-based glue such as JOOLA Lex Glue is recommended for assembly.

Technical specifications and playing characteristics:

• Speed (104/200, ~10.5/20): JOOLA Express Ultra is a fast rubber, suitable for counter-hits, flat shots, and blocks at the table. Compared to JOOLA Rhyzen Ice (103/200), speed is slightly higher, offering more dynamism. Compared to Butterfly Impartial XS (~10/20), speed is similar, but Express Ultra offers more control and forgiveness.

• Spin (80/200, ~8/20): Due to the grippy short pips top sheet, the rubber generates good spin in counter-hits, blocks, and serves, though spin is lower than inverted rubbers like JOOLA Rhyzen Ice (120/200). Compared to Yasaka Mark V XS (~8.5/20), spin is slightly lower, but Express Ultra offers more speed and control. The high trajectory (8/10) facilitates counter-hits and flat shots.

• Control (83/200, ~12/20): The soft sponge (~40°) and short pips top sheet ensure sufficient control, especially for counter-hits, blocks, and short play. Compared to JOOLA Rhyzen CMD (112/200), control is lower but sufficient for offensive-defensive play. Compared to TSP Spectol, Express Ultra offers more control and a more sensitive feel.

• Trajectory (8/10): High arc-shaped trajectory on counter-hits, ideal for fast shots and counterplay at the table. Compared to JOOLA Rhyzen CWX (6/10), the trajectory is higher, aiding offensive shots. When blocking, the trajectory is stable and suitable for effective blocking against topspin.

• Precision (8/10): High precision allows players to direct the ball to the desired table area, especially during counter-hits, blocks, and flat shots.

Gameplay aspects:

Attack (driving): 9.2/10 – JOOLA Rhyzen Fire is effective for topspin attacks, especially on both forehand and backhand sides, generating strong spin and controlled speed. Suitable for third ball attacks and counterattacks against backspin balls, especially close to the table.

Blocking: 9.5/10 – Blocks against topspin are extremely stable and accurate due to the grippy surface, “Sweetzone” technology, and medium-hard sponge, especially close to the table.

Pushing: 9.4/10 – Long pushes generate strong backspin, while short pushes are extremely precise, making them ideal for short play near the net.

Flicks: 9.3/10 – Banana flicks are effective due to the grippy surface and medium-low trajectory, making it easier to execute topspin over backspin.

Serving and receive: 9.5/10 – Serves generate strong spin, especially backspin and sidespin, ideal for short play. Passive receive (9.4/10) is stable, while active receive (9.5/10) is highly effective due to high control, spin, and “Sweetzone” technology.

Flat hits (smashing): 9.1/10 – Suitable for flat hits, generating precise trajectories, especially close to the table.

Compatibility with blades:

JOOLA Rhyzen Fire suits various blades, especially those emphasizing control, spin, and versatility:

• JOOLA V-Note: Provides feel and control, suitable for technical players.
• Butterfly Innerforce Layer ALC: Balances speed and control, suitable for allround players.
• Nittaku Acoustic Carbon: Offers feel, suitable for topspin shots and counterattacks.
• Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive: Adds extra speed, suitable for flat hits.
• Butterfly Timo Boll ALC: Maximizes speed, suitable for aggressive attackers.

Due to its light weight (~44 g cut), JOOLA Rhyzen Fire pairs excellently with heavier blades such as Butterfly Viscaria or Stiga Carbonado 145, without compromising racket balance. Users recommend using this rubber on either backhand or forehand with Max sponge thickness to achieve maximum spin, control, and precision.

Additional Information:

JOOLA Rhyzen Fire stands out with its balanced power, spin, and control, enhanced by “Sweetzone” technology, which ensures consistent ball bounce and excellent feel. Compared to JOOLA Rhyzen CMD (speed 103/200, control 112/200), Rhyzen Fire is slightly slower but offers more spin (116/200) and a lower trajectory, making it suitable for players who emphasize precision and topspin shots. Compared to JOOLA Rhyzer 43 (speed 120/200, ~control 108/200), Rhyzen Fire is slower but offers more spin and precision, especially for blocks and short play. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05, Rhyzen Fire provides less speed but more control, a lower trajectory, and consistent bounce, making it ideal for players seeking precision and versatility. The rubber is durable, maintaining its grip and elasticity even after intensive use, making it a cost-effective choice. Users highlight the rubber’s “consistent bounce,” “excellent ball feel,” “high precision,” and “delicate play,” especially for those who favor topspin shots, blocks, pushes, and short game. Additionally, JOOLA Rhyzen Fire suits players looking for an alternative to Japanese rubbers like Butterfly Tenergy 05 or Donic Bluefire M2, but with a unique German feel, enhanced by “Sweetzone” technology.

Who is JOOLA Rhyzen Fire for?

JOOLA Rhyzen Fire is designed for players seeking a balanced mix of power, spin, and control:

• Intermediate and advanced players: Seeking a grippy, controlled rubber with good spin, ideal for either backhand or forehand.

• Allround-offensive players: Emphasizing topspin shots, blocks, pushes, serves, and short play at or mid-distance from the table.

• Close-to-table play: Effective for blocking, pushing, countering, and technical shots.

• Serving and receive: The rubber enables strong spin generation on serves (9.5/10) and is effective in both passive (9.4/10) and active receive (9.5/10).

• Suitable for a broad range of players: Optimal for those seeking consistent bounce, high control, and versatility.

JOOLA Rhyzen Fire Advantages:

• Speed (10/20): Controlled speed, suitable for topspin attacks and short play.
• Spin (11.2/20): Very good spin potential with a medium-low arc trajectory.
• Control (13/20): Good for technical players, enhanced by “Sweetzone” technology.
• Precision (8.5/10): High accuracy, reducing shot dispersion.
• Lightweight: ~44 g (cut), well-suited for pairing with heavier blades.
• Durability: Maintains its properties after intensive use.
• Enhanced Traction, Momentum, and Sweetzone technologies: Ensure spin, control, consistent bounce, and excellent ball feel.
• High quality: ITTF approved, suitable for high-level competitions.

Compared to JOOLA Rhyzen CMD, Rhyzen Fire offers more spin and a lower trajectory. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05, Rhyzen Fire is easier to control and more precise. Users emphasize the rubber’s “consistent bounce,” “excellent ball feel,” “high precision,” and “delicate play,” especially for allround-offensive players. JOOLA Rhyzen Fire is ITTF approved, suitable for high-level competitions, especially for intermediate and advanced players emphasizing spin, control, and precision. Its balance of spin, speed, and control allows for accurate topspin shots, stable blocks, spinny serves, and effective pushes, while the Enhanced Traction surface, Momentum sponge, and Sweetzone technology provide outstanding feel and performance.

JOOLA Rhyzen Fire – Power, precision, and German craftsmanship!

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