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*As a premise, this is based on a 6-month experience since switching from inverted rubbers on both sides to short pimples on the backhand.
[Summary due to length]
◯ Advantages
- Extremely fast initial speed, making it easy to disrupt opponents at the net.
- Less susceptible to opponent's spin (in a good way), making quick counter-attacks easier.
- Long serves also generate speed with minimal effort.
- The racket itself is light, so you won't be late on your swing even without much strength.
◯ Disadvantages
- Almost no feeling of the ball digging into the racket (may be due to the New Zone rubber).
- It's too powerful, so blocking requires adjustment.
- Table play is difficult, stops tend to float, and Chiquita shots often go into the net.
◯ Overall Impression
I think this is suitable for women at the net who want to steadily rally and score points. The initial speed is fast, so it's like a car crash for opponents who can't react by moving back. I don't think it's suitable for those who want to attack with powerful drives, because it leaves the spin behind.

Since the rubber used is VO102, the perspective might change if you're using a variation-oriented or knuckle-type rubber like Attack 8, as Ando does.

It wasn't the racket I was looking for, so I didn't end up adopting it, but I would recommend it to those who want to overwhelm their opponents with speed.

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