Sauer & Tröger Easy P is a professional-grade long-pips table tennis rubber designed for defensive and all-around players who seek maximum control and disruptive effect. Approved by the ITTF, this rubber uses a medium-hard sponge (~45° on the ESN scale, estimated by the “Medium” characteristic) paired with a structure of soft long pips to deliver exceptionally low speed (35/100, ~4/20), outstanding control (105/100, ~13/20), and high spin (100/100, ~10/20). A special pimples-manufacturing technology creates a strong disruption effect (92/100, ~9.2/10), enabling precise blocking, pressure pushes, and stall shots close to the table. Optimized for 40+ plastic balls, Easy P introduces the “easy play pimple” concept—suitable for both beginners and elite players seeking maximum control and efficiency at the table. With its lightweight (~40 g trimmed) and durability, Sauer & Tröger Easy P is a high-quality choice for top-level competition.

Key Specifications

• Rubber Type: Long pips

• Category: Defensive (DEF) / All‑round (ALL)

• Playing Style: Defensive (DEF+) / All-round (ALL)

• Speed: 35/100 (~4/20)

• Spin: 100/100 (~10/20)

• Control: 105/100 (~13/20)

• Disruption Factor (Störfaktor): 92/100 (~9.2/10)

• Precision: 9/10

• Trajectory: 7/10 (low, ideal for blocking and stall shots)

• Sponge Hardness: ~45° (medium-hard, ESN scale)

• Sponge Type: Medium-hard

• Sponge Thickness: 0.5 mm, 1.0 mm, OX (no sponge)

• Surface Type: Soft long pips, made with special technology

• Pip Dimensions: Narrow, compact, slightly wider spaced than the Sauer & Tröger Pain model

• Colors: Red, black

• Country of Origin: Germany

• ITTF Approved

• Weight: ~60 g untrimmed (180×170 mm), ~40 g trimmed (Stiga standard 157×150 mm)

• Technology: Special pip manufacturing, optimized for 40+ balls

• Category: Defensive (DEF+) / All‑round (ALL)

Construction & Characteristics

Sponge (~45°):

• Medium-hard sponge (~45° ESN) delivers very low speed (35/100) and exceptional control (105/100), allowing precise handling in blocking and stall strokes.

• Compared to Sauer & Tröger Pain (~45°, similar speed), Easy P pips are spaced slightly further apart, offering greater forgiveness.

• Compared to JOOLA Tango Ultra (~40°, speed 92/200), Easy P is slower but far superior in control and spin.

• Compared to Dr. Neubauer Trouble Maker (~45°), Easy P offers similar control but more spin and disruption.

Surface:

• Soft long pimples, made with special technology, ensure high spin (100/100) and strong disruption (92/100).

• Pips are narrow, compact, slightly more spaced than on Pain—allowing deeper ball penetration, aiding precise blocks and pressure pushes.

• Versus JOOLA Rhyzen CWX (spin 94/200), Easy P has similar spin but far greater disruption and control.

• Compared with TSP P1R, Easy P’s surface is softer—offering more forgiveness and ease of play.

Pip Structure:

• Long, narrow, compact pips spaced slightly wider than on Pain. They're very soft, bending easily to deliver supreme control (105/100) and disruption (92/100).

• This structure effectively stuns incoming topspins at the table—sometimes even when the ball is still rising—and allows precise pressure pushes on backspin or no-spin balls.

Weight & Durability:

• Extremely light (~40 g trimmed), lighter than JOOLA Express Ultra (~42 g) and Sanwei Target (~44 g).

• Great for pairing with heavier blades like Butterfly Defensive Pro without upsetting balance.

• Durable: retains softness and spin properties even after heavy use—economical longevity.

Variants:

• Available in 0.5 mm, 1.0 mm, or OX (no sponge) versions—choose between maximum control (OX) and slightly more speed (1.0 mm).

• Colors: Red and black, both ITTF-approved.

• Water-based glues recommended (e.g., Sauer & Tröger Glue or JOOLA Lex Glue).

Performance Metrics & Play Characteristics

• Speed (35/100, ~4/20): Extremely slow—ideal for stall shots, blocking, and pressure pushes at the table. Slower than JOOLA Tango Ultra (92/200), but with far greater control (105/100). Speed is similar to Dr. Neubauer Trouble Maker (~4/20), with more spin and forgiving play.

• Spin (100/100, ~10/20): Soft long pips generate high spin in pushes and stall shots, producing strong disruption (92/100). Similar spin to JOOLA Rhyzen CWX (94/200), but with more disruption. Slightly more than TSP P1R (~9.5/20), plus greater control.

• Control (105/100, ~13/20): Medium-hard sponge and soft long pips deliver superior control, especially for blocks, stall pushes, and pressure shots. Much better than JOOLA Tango Ultra (75/200), making it suitable for beginners and technical players. More forgiving than Dr. Neubauer Trouble Maker.

• Disruption Effect (92/100, ~9.2/10): Provides strong disruptive power, especially in stall shots and pressure pushes—making the ball harder to predict. Higher than Sauer & Tröger Pain (~9/10), especially against backspin.

• Trajectory (7/10): Low ball arc, ideal for stall shots and precise blocking. Lower than JOOLA Tango Ultra (8.5/10), boosting reliability. Ball path is very stable during blocks, even against topspin.

• Precision (9/10): High accuracy—allowing targeted blocks, pressure pushes, and stalls.

Play Style Breakdown

• Blocking: 9.7/10 — Extremely effective against topspin at the table; soft pips absorb opponent’s spin for precision and control.

• Pressure Pushes: 9.6/10 — Allows aggressive pushes on backspin or no-spin balls; strong spin and disruption break opponent rhythm.

• Stalling: 9.5/10 — Highly controlled stall shots allow precise placement and disrupt flow.

• Counter-hitting: 8.5/10 — Good for table-level counter hits, though low speed requires solid technique; works on no-spin or backspin balls.

• Serves & Returns: 9.3/10 — Serves can generate strong side spin and disrupt play. Passive returns are extremely stable (9.6/10); active returns require technique but are effective (8.8/10).

• Flicks: 8.2/10 — Possible, but limited due to low speed and pip length—requiring precise technique.

Blade Compatibility

Ideal for defensive blades:

• Sauer & Tröger Hellfire – control + disruption, for technical defenders

• Butterfly Defensive Pro – max control, perfect for blocking/stalling

• Nittaku Barwell Fleet – adds feel, great for pressure pushes

• Yasaka Sweden Defensive – balanced control & spin, ideal defensers

• Donic Defplay Senso – added control for precise blocks

Due to its light weight (~40 g), Easy P plays well with heavier blades like Butterfly Hardbat Shield or Stiga Allround Classic—without compromising balance.
Players often use it on the backhand with OX or 0.5 mm sponge for maximum control and disruption.

Additional Insights

• The “easy play pimple” concept offers outstanding control (105/100) and strong disruption (92/100)—suitable for both beginners and elite players.

• Compared to JOOLA Rhyzen CWX (speed 57/200, control 112/200), Easy P is slower but provides similar control and stronger spin/disruption.

• Versus Dr. Neubauer Trouble Maker (~4/20 speed), Easy P is more forgiving and easier to use—especially for newcomers.

• When compared to TSP P1R, Easy P offers greater control and easier play, ideal for players transitioning from inverted rubbers to long pips.

• Durable over time—it preserves pip softness and spin performance even after heavy use, providing excellent value.

• Users highlight “maximum control,” “strong disruption,” “precise ball placement,” and “forgiving response”—especially useful for stall shots, blocks, and pressure pushes.

• Also fits players looking for an alternative to TSP P1R or Dr. Neubauer Trouble Maker—but with a unique German feel and easy-play pimple concept.

Who It’s Best For

Sauer & Tröger Easy P is made for players who want maximum control and disruption:

• Beginners to advanced: looking for easy-to-play long pips—especially on backhand

• Defensive/all-round players: emphasis on blocks, stalls, pressure pushes, and table-centric play

• Table-level game: ideal for blocking, stalling, and pressuring the opponent

• Serves & returns: strong spin serves (9.3/10), passive returns extremely stable (9.6/10), active returns (8.8/10) require some technique

• Players seeking control and forgiveness: perfect for reducing opponent speed/spin with fewer unforced errors

Strengths

• Speed (4/20): Ultra-low—great for stalling and blocking at the table

• Spin (10/20): High for long-pips—ideal for pressure pushes/stalls

• Control (13/20): Exceptional—very forgiving, reliable paddle feel

• Disruption (9.2/10): Strong disruptive effect on the opponent’s attack

• Precision (9/10): High accuracy—minimizes off-target shots

• Lightweight (~40 g): Suitable for pairing with heavier blades

• Durability: Maintains performance after heavy use

• Easy play pimple: Suits both beginners and technical players

• High quality: ITTF-approved, competition-ready

In summary: Sauer & Tröger Easy P delivers German engineering, combining supreme control, strong disruption, and a forgiving, easy-play long-pips feel. It’s ideal for defensive and all-round players who want to dominate with precision, tactical pressure, and minimal errors.

Sauer&Troger Easy P

Sauer&Troger Easy P

Sauer&Troger Easy P