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About.com Table Tennis / Ping-Pong         Greg's Table Tennis Blog - October Update October 7, 2011 at 11:43 AM   No plan survives contact with the enemy! Photo © 2007 Greg Letts, licensed to About.com, Inc. It's been a month since my last blog update, and quite a few things have happened since then, which have forced my to rethink my decisions regarding my grip and style of play. But still no regrets about stepping back from worrying about serious competitive play! Here's what's been happening in my neck of the woods since early September.         Basic Strokes - The Backhand Push - Front View October 7, 2011 at 11:35 AM   Time to fill in the gaps! Photo © 2011 Greg Letts, licensed to About.com, Inc. Now, as promised last week - the backhand push -front view. I'll have more of the basic strokes on the way next week.             This email was sent to wiragapa.table-tennis@blogger.com. Delivered by Feed My Inbox PO Box 682532 Franklin, TN 37068 Create Account Unsubscribe Here

How to choose table tennis rubbers ?

Choosing table tennis rubbers can be quite tough especially if you are new to the game and looking to buy your first custom paddle.

In one of my previous post, we saw how working out your style of play is vital before you can decide what type of rubbers or blade to go for. If you don't know your style of play properly, you risk of buying the wrong rubbers.

Here is a list of important things you need to know before you contemplate buying table tennis rubbers:
The sponge hardness, Pimples Tackiness, Speed Glue, Weight
Each one of them has a certain effect on the ball and depending on your style (offensive or defensive) you will need to choose accordingly.

 

How to play table tennis ?

Table tennis or ping pong as it is popularly known is a game that is easy to play.

Learning how to play table tennis is easy for just about anyone, and can be a fun way to spend time with family and friends. You may even choose to compete in the sport as your skill improves with practice over time.

 

You must need the right equipment and techniques. Although experimentation is part of the game, beginners must start with the basics. 

For starters, you need a racket, ball, net and table. These come in different styles from a wide array of manufacturers.