Tibhar Rapid Rubbers

The offensive classic: Tibhar Rapid

With a perfect balance of sponge and topsheet, the Rapid is equipped with impressive basic speed. The medium-hard sponge provides plenty of power for all offensive stroke variations. Acceleration is even more effective and stronger thanks to the elastic topsheet. The surface of the rubber is highly grippy to generate enough spin for all cut and spin variations. This allows powerful shots and dynamic topspins as well as more delicate opening balls in the attack. Even with short strokes, plenty of speed and spin are generated both at the table and from mid-distance. In passive play and in serve/receive situations at and over the table, the Tibhar Rapid also convinces, as it is comparatively easy to control. In summary, this rubber is recommended for power all-round players and pure offensive players who value high dynamics in attack.

For more control and spin: Tibhar Rapid Soft

The Tibhar Rapid Soft is the slower and spin-optimized version of the classic Rapid. The grippy, spin-elastic topsheet is identical to that of the Rapid. However, a new, softer sponge made almost entirely of synthetic rubber was developed for the Soft version. This sponge produces not only a noticeable sound on ball contact but also a very sensitive and pleasant playing feel. Due to the longer ball contact time, the Rapid Soft is easier and more precise to play than the regular Rapid. The extended ball contact also allows even more spin to be imparted on serves, returns, flips, and opening topspins. Of course, more powerful attacking strokes are also possible, as the sponge provides enough power for dynamic topspins and hard finishing shots. This rubber is suitable for all all-round and offensive players who value high versatility and maximum spin.

Conclusion on the Tibhar Rapid rubbers

For players who find modern offensive rubbers with built-in speed glue effect too catapult-like, the classic Rapid rubbers from Tibhar are a great alternative. These rubbers offer a fantastic combination of high basic speed and very high spin potential. They are therefore perfectly suited to all all-round or attacking players with clean technique. Naturally, a good swing and an ideal ball contact point are an advantage to get the maximum out of these rubbers.