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DHS Hurricane 3

$33 · 1200–1900

A tacky chinese suited to intermediate players (USATT 1200–1900). Community data rates it 58% positive across 1821 r/tabletennis mentions. China's most iconic rubber. Extreme tacky topsheet, heavy spin on serves and loops. Unbeatable value.

1821Reddit mentions
58%positive sentiment
24%recommend it
24players use it (flair data)

Characteristics

Speed
7.5
Spin
9.5
Control
7.5
Consistency
7

Thickness options

2.1mm2.15mmmax

Default: 2.15mm

What the community says

Based on 1821 mentions across 14,000+ r/tabletennis discussions

"Effective for brush looping with good control"
"Long-term familiarity advantage for chinese national team players"
"Spinny rubber preferred over ak47 for more spin"

Recommended by player level

Beginner
31%
Intermediate
30%
Advanced
17%

Playing style fit

32%
Attacking
26%
All-round
34%
Defensive

Commonly paired with

Where to buy

Frequently asked

Is the DHS Hurricane 3 good for beginners?

Not quite. The DHS Hurricane 3 is aimed at intermediate players. Beginners may find it harder to control than entry-level gear, but players with some experience will get more out of it.

What blade is the DHS Hurricane 3 typically used with?

According to r/tabletennis community data (1821 discussions), the DHS Hurricane 3 is most frequently seen on the Fan Zhendong ALC, Viscaria, and Timo Boll ALC. These blade combinations appear most in community recommendations.

What thickness should I choose for the DHS Hurricane 3?

The recommended starting thickness is 2.15mm. Thicker sheets (up to max) add power but reduce control and feel. Thinner sheets like 2.1mm suit players prioritising consistency over speed.

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