Xiom Omega V Tour

This is a rubber that you will want to play with. There are rubbers that are faster, cooler, and have more control, but with them you need to hone every movement persistently and for a long time. Examples include the T05 or the T80. In contrast, the Xiom Omega 5 Tour is very friendly. It forgives small mistakes and inaccuracies. The Xiom Omega 5 Tour can work successfully on both the forehand (FH) and backhand (BH). I have tried the Sigma II Pro and Vega Japan, but the Tour has more gears and a better trajectory. In my opinion, it is the most playable rubber. Xiom is great.

Excellent rubber, providing a solid feel with plenty of gears. This rubber possesses one of the highest levels of control I have encountered, especially considering its speed. It executes your commands precisely, even if your technique is imperfect. This review pertains to the Dynamic Friction upgrade version of Tour.

I developed a BIG smile after the first couple of FH topspin rallies. The Omega V Tour has the same direct feeling as the V Asia, but the slightly greater catapult allowed me to play faster shots with the same effort. The Omega V Tour’s throw angle is slightly higher than Omega V Asia’s, resulting in a very pronounced arc over the net and excellent looping consistency. I applaud Xiom for getting the combination of throw and catapult just right with the V Tour.

I have played with other high-throw rubbers but often found their catapult effect to be too strong and/or inconsistent, resulting in many balls going long. Not so with the V Tour.

For a full review, see: http://blog.tabletennis11.com/xiom-omega-v-pro-euro-asia-tour-reviews.

Blade: Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive (MEO)
FH: Xiom Omega V Tour DF (Max-Black)
BH: Butterfly Solcion (1.9-Red)

Disclaimer: This is a review for Xiom Omega V Tour with Dynamic Fission version package. It may have slight or no variation to the normal counterpart.

First Impression:
Wow, cool black sponge! Aside from that, this rubber excels in spin and consistency. I’ve used Donic Acuda Blue P1 and Donic Bluefire JP02, and I can confidently say that this rubber generates more spin than both of them. CONSISTENCY! I find that this rubber never gives me a slip feeling when topspinning the ball. Others have also noted that the spin generated by this rubber is stronger than previous rubbers.

Drawbacks:
Besides the price tag, I find that this rubber in maximum thickness is hard to control during longer rallies. Services, service receives, and opening loops feel great, however. If available, I might switch to 2.0 thickness.

Edit (November 2015):
After testing 2.0 thickness, I believe that if you are a looper, maximum thickness is the only way to go on the FH side. 2.0 thickness decreases spin a bit but compensates with a little more control in rallies.

Edit (October 2016):
After using it for over a year, I’ve realized that this rubber does not pair well with hard blades (at least with the MEO). The throw is high, and the bouncy nature of the rubber combined with the blade’s bounciness makes it difficult to land the ball properly when looping. Additionally, the “middle-hard” rubber hardness is a drawback for my play. I can’t control short pushes or perform slow spinny loops because of the lack of “touch” feel. I might try it again if I ever have the opportunity to use a slower blade (I still like the spin of this rubber).

Quite good for spin. Speed is medium. However, considering durability, this rubber is ordinary. After 30 hours of training, it looks like OIV pro after 2 years. This rubber is only suitable for those who can afford to change it every month if they play 8-10 hours a week.

Xiom Omega V Tour Rubber Review

Initial Impressions

The Xiom Omega V Tour rubber features a grippy topsheet with an impressive catapult effect. While classified as a tensor rubber, it lacks the extreme speed typical of this category. Its characteristics resemble those of Rakza 7 Soft, yet it offers enhanced speed and spin while maintaining exceptional control.

Performance on a Chinese Blade

Despite concerns about using a non-Chinese rubber on a Chinese DHS blade, the Omega V Tour performs remarkably well. It eliminates the jarring vibrations associated with off-center hits, resulting in significantly more consistent strokes. This improvement is attributed to the rubber’s ability to compensates for the blade’s limitations.

Versatility and Effectiveness

The Omega V Tour provides exceptional control at various distances, including short, mid, and long-range. Its low and fast ball trajectory enables effortless net clearance. Blocking is effective with a slight stroking motion, but the rubber is not recommended for blockers who rely primarily on this technique. Pushing and flipping shots are also reliable.

Subsequent Updates

After switching to Rakza 7 for her forehand, the reviewer moved the Omega V Tour to her backhand. It has proven to be an exceptional backhand rubber, allowing for effortless low ball blocking and highly spinny topspin shots that clear the net with ease. However, counter topspin and heavy topspin blocking may lack some control due to the tensor’s springiness. Chops, pushes, and serves remain consistent and effective.

Recommended for Players

This rubber is not suitable for players with weak backhands due to its low throw angle and difficulty with passive blocking. It is an offensive/attack rubber that prioritizes control and spin over speed. Its performance is compatible with plastic balls.

This is one of the newest rubbers from Xiom and is good for the new plastic balls. It offers excellent speed and spin, as well as good control compared to the Sigma II and Omega IV Europe series.

I personally preferred it over the Butterfly Tenergy 05 and 64 FX. However, with the new stocks, it has become rather expensive.

Nonetheless, it’s worth a try and I believe you’ll enjoy it!

Speed: More than good.

Spin: More than enough.

Control: More than your ability. Will significantly improve your control regardless of blade used, whether forehand or backhand.

Negative: Weight. May be heavy for some. However, its heavy weight will be forgotten once you experience its exceptional control.

Max Sponge:

• Excellent control and spin
• Impressive “pause button” effect

2.0mm Sponge:

• Less speed than max sponge
• Greater precision
• Notable topspin capabilities

Overall:

• Effective for close-to-table play
• Great combination with Xiom Stradivarious

Very good rubber. The sponge is hard, but the top sheet is soft and flexible, so it provides a good grip and pure control. This rubber has a nice feel and is also very fast. I use 2.2 on my blade. It is 52 grams, so it is heavy. Uncut, it weighs 73 grams. I recommend it for people with good experience.

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The Tour version is just about to be widely released in the UK. A friend/agent gave me an early release. This was my first time trying Xiom, and I am very impressed.

It offers superb control despite the high speed and spin. I have always played with Max rubbers, so I was doubly surprised to find the 2mm sponge version did everything I could wish for in my loop game.

P.S. I am equally impressed by the quality of reviews from everyone in this Database. Keep up the good work…

Definitely a very grippy rubber! I got 2.0mm on a fast 7-ply wood blade FH, super steady and spiny. I did not pay a lot of attention to the rating of control, but my counter loop is really better than before when I play with the same form! I do not know if it is because of the great top sheet or the sponge. I just did it.

I love it! And I will use this one as my FH rubber, replacing Omega IV Pro max (2.0mm will be better though).

Power is good enough, surely better than “OK”; Speed is the same as the power rating.

The weight is OK; 2.0mm on a shakehand blade is 44g. That is why I gave it a 9.9 overall rating. It would be a 10.0 if it was 40g.

Nice job by XIOM!

The rubber is not grippy, which makes it a poor choice for all-around play. It may be suitable for backhand play, but its lack of grip limits its versatility.

Using on FH Max on Tibhar Stratus Powerwood. Switched to this after using IV Pro for the last 3 years. A worthy upgrade.

Very balanced, good for heavy loop, very good spin, the highest spin of any Xiom Rubber and as rated by Xiom. Very slightly harder than V Pro, bit more speed.

Bit Softer and slower than IV Pro, higher throw which makes more loops possible. IV Pro has a bit more power at the top end but this more than makes up for it with more gears for great controlled attack, massive spin, great for short game, can even chop well with it on my FH, something that was very difficult with IV Pro.

Overall along with V Pro on BH, it’s a great rubber for all-around aggressive play with enough power when needed.

I use this rubber now on both sides, and it works very well.

I have only used it on one blade, so I am not yet able to provide numeric ratings.

At the moment, the Throw angle value average of other evaluators (4.7) is much lower than I would estimate. I would evaluate the speed to 8.5. Other values are quite near to my estimates at the moment.

The best forehand rubber for me is one that offers both speed and control.

Review

Another masterpiece from Xiom.

Xiom rubbers consistently showcase exceptional quality and packaging. The Omega Tour is no exception, boasting the hallmark Xiom packaging and a top sheet with a lustrous sheen.

Spin

Surprisingly, I find the spin production to be understated when initially hitting the ball. However, once it bounces, the massive spin becomes strikingly evident. The trajectory of the ball also reveals the significant spin imparted. Whether due to my technique or other factors, rallies tend to extend, showcasing the remarkable spin potential. It poses a formidable challenge for inexperienced players to block or counter opening loops, often resulting in overshot blocks.

Speed

Omega Tour exhibits a slightly greater speed than Sigma 2 Euro. It offers a controlled bounce without excessive bounciness. The trajectory is remarkably long, inducing a sense of anticipation. Nevertheless, the substantial spin compensates, ensuring the ball lands near the table’s edge consistently. Comparable to Calibra or T64, this rubber boasts one of the most extended trajectories encountered.

Other (Angle, Tack, Hardness…)

I disagree with the medium throw angle rating; it leans more towards medium-high on the spectrum. The rubber exhibits no tackiness whatsoever, providing 100% grip. The overall hardness of the sponge and top sheet feels medium-hard, slightly firmer than Sigma 2 E. While tensors possess an inherent mushy feel, Omega Tour’s is more subdued than Vega Euro or T64 FX. Despite Xiom’s rating, I find control to be relatively easy with this rubber. The long trajectory is the only control concern, but the ball consistently lands within the playing surface, alleviating any significant issues.

Recommendation

Highly recommended for all levels of play.

Best regards and enjoy!

First impressions: I tend to use medium-soft rubbers, but I couldn’t resist the temptation of Omega Tour V. Perhaps I got too used to the medium-soft M3, so I found OT V a bit hard and slow for my taste. I’m sure that advanced players with proper strength and speed will enjoy it.

Control is great, pushes are smooth and low. The spin is average, but that’s my shortcoming. Counterhits and loops are nice, but again, I’m not fast and strong enough to be as effective as I am with my previous FH rubber. I’m convinced that some time is needed to “break it in”. On the spur of the moment, I decided to use a “bucket of booster” to make it softer.

Wait and see.
To be continued…

The best Xiom rubber in terms of grip is the OmegaV Tour. I test rubbers by giving sidespin to the ball and letting it drop to the racket, which is held at a 90° angle to the ground. When the ball makes contact with the rubber, I can see how well it grips the ball and throws it back into the air using the ball’s spin. The OmegaV Tour is one of the grippiest rubbers, along with the Tenergy05. The OmegaV is significantly better than the old Vega/Omega-Series, with the Vega Japan being close to the OmegaV. I have yet to test the Sigma II Euro/Pro.

Considering the hardness of the sponge, it is acceptable. It is harder than Xiom’s “Elite” versions, which produce a superb sound, but not as hard as Chinese sponges. In my opinion, it is one of the best rubbers on the market, on par with the Tenergy05, but not nearly as expensive. Get it, and you won’t be disappointed!

I am using it on TB ALC on the forehand. Its heavy rubber weight is approximately 56 grams. For heavy cuts, spinny serves, and sharp topspin, this rubber is very good. For pushes and counter shots, it won’t disappoint you. For near the table and mid-distance from the table, the rubber has enough power. If a player is playing from a long distance, this may feel a little slower when you want to kill the shot and place that winner. To balance the heavy weight, I am using Donic Coppa Gold (weight is 42 grams) on the backhand.

Sticky, with a catapult effect, I would not recommend this as a first rubber.

Excellent rubber.

Good for a two-winged loop player.

It’s a very good quality product. It gives more efficiency in forehand shots. Nice product.

Switching from Nittaku Hammond Z2 on BH, I now use it on a Xiom Calderano HAL. My idea was to find a rubber that will give me a longer dwell time, and be just a little slower than Hammond Z2 with some more rotation. I adapted to this rubber very quickly and am very satisfied with it. The only question about this rubber is durability because I have only used it about 10 times, and it’s not enough to get a good impression about durability. It requires active blocking, but the control is still very, very good. BH spin has great rotation, and brings me a lot of points. Smashing on the loops is great, and I am delighted with it.

It’s a good forehand rubber, not very fast, with a good spin. From my point of view, it’s more suitable for a hard blade.

OK, but far from Butterfly.

I used to have the Xiom Intro on my forehand. I replaced it with Omega V Tour. The forehand strokes have more control and power. I think it may be because I use Max for this rubber and I find it improved my strokes. Very happy with this rubber.

An excellent rubber for anyone who has an All Round game. Great control, punchy effects, and moderate speed. I recommend it. I’m perfect on the forehand associated with Xion Omega IV Europe on the backhand.

Good quality, good value.

It is pleasant to play.

This is a fast rubber with a good surface grip and can generate enormous spin. The downside - for me - is that it has a very strong catapult effect. Unless you train very regularly, that makes it quite unpredictable. In summary: A very high-performance rubber, but requires a high skill level and frequent training to get the most out of it.

Very fast delivery, the product is excellent in quality. Now I can place the ball where I want it using topspins, sidespins, blocks, and drives.

Excellent rubber for FH. High speed, good spin, very good control. Plays great in close and mid-range.

Fast rubber.

I was looking for a replacement for Tenergy05 (as it’s getting way too expensive) and experimented with this Omega V Tour. As an ‘average’ club player, I found it to be a great replacement. I was happy that I experimented.

The TT11 staff has put this rubber on my forehand twice now. It is fast and super spinny without losing control. It is balanced and durable. It is heavy, so I wouldn’t put it on a blade weighing more than 90 grams. Serving is super easy due to the medium dwell. The sponge feels medium-hard and I love the sound of a well-struck shot. Highly recommended. TT11, you are also highly recommended. Best service and table tennis company in the world.

First time use, but fully satisfied.
I will use again or try Omega 7.

This is a good rubber.

I used it once, so I cannot make a comment, but the feeling is good.

The rubber is hard, and the catapult effect is extraordinary. The FH and BH loops are executed with perfection. A good rubber for the aggressive player.

Good. This rubber has a good amount of spin and speed, making it perfect for offensive players. The control is also great, allowing for precise shots with ease. Overall, I highly recommend this rubber for anyone looking to improve their game.

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Very good for mid and far distances. Powerful and spinny. Not as hard as Asia so you can also play slow loops. It was ok on Omega Tour but too fast for me on Ignito. So, I switched to Sigma Europe with Ignito.

I used to play with Tenergy 05 then 80 for almost 3 years. When I tried this one, I liked it a lot. It has more power and spin than my old two rubbers. This one changes the whole game—I’m more of a looper and more offensive than ever.

All as advertised. Good product.

Very impressed with the spin and speed this rubber produces, and also great for blocking. Would recommend it.

I would recommend this to anyone who prefers tensor rubber.

Very powerful rubbers with lots of spin.

Durable, powerful, and easy to control. Produces low arch, serving is good. Lots of gear: looping, flat hitting, blocking, pushing, all good. Will keep using this rubber for a while. Definitely worth a try if you want to change rubber.

Switched to this rubber 5 months ago after a few years of playing with Xiom Omega IV Pro. Attacking strokes and serves felt right from the very beginning, while pushing and the short game required some adjustment. Overall very happy about making this transition. Not for beginners!

Due to my technique, I need the rubbers to produce arc in order to be able to play. This one doesn’t. Everything else, this is perfect… Really powerful, full control… And blocks really nicely on both bh and fh…

Very good, not much spin though.

Very good rubber for speed and control. Not impressive spin, though.

Fast, spinny, great both outside and inside the table.

Consistency. Xiom is really nailing it with its rubbers. Good spin, good speed; consistency, guys. Try this rubber.

Spiny with good control for serves, heavy pushes, and loops. Its blocks and short game are reliable for close-to-the-table players. Versatile rubber that is suitable even for the Seemiller grip and the penhold grip.

This one is the best among all I ever tried. Not tacky, very grippy,
Full of speed, with maximum control.

Best for backhand, maximum thickness. Xiom is just a high-quality rubber you won’t regret buying.

Great control, great spin. My skills and techniques need to catch up to this rubber. It doesn’t take much to generate spin on the ball.

Very good in control!

It feels soft, has good control and speed, but spin is not enough. It is very suitable for backhand. It’s worth to buy.

Buena goma, pero un poco pesada por su esponja.

We bought this rubber for a friend who loves to attack, and I can see that his game has reached new heights.
Very good rubber with all the ingredients for an aggressive game.

Better for experienced players, Vega is a good choice to start if you enjoy the Xiom brand.

Xiom Omega V Tour is a very good offensive rubber, great for looping or smashing, especially with new balls.

Have purchased XIOM rubber a few times from this supplier. Very satisfied with the quality and prices.

I think this rubber is good for forehand better than backhand. It’s very spinny and reasonably priced.

188g on blade 85g Yasaka Extra, so it’s quite heavy. If extra weight is not a problem, it’s a great complement! Fast enough, great feeling and control, maximum gears, super spinny. Pure enjoyment from the game compared to my previous Friendship racket.

Lower throw than Vega Pro, with more grip and control.

I use this on a Li Ping Kitex wood, which gives great control. This is a good and durable rubber, giving a lot of speed and spin. Quite hard, so I prefer it as a FH rubber.

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Played with Max red and 2.0 black.
Very spinny; probably the spinniest Xiom rubber I have tested.
Not too sensitive to opponent’s spin.

Slow in the short game and lots of speed with faster strokes.
Perfect combination for me.
Not as bouncy as Tenergys.

Great for service, blocks, flat hits, and spinnier shots.
Can do everything with a lot of control.

Highly recommended.
Great service from TT11 as well.

Another great one by Xiom. Xiom rubbers are always nicely packed and of amazing quality. Omega Tour is no exception to this rule. Typical Xiom pack and look of a top sheet with some sheen to it.

Spin: Honestly, I was a bit surprised in this area. When I hit the ball with the paddle, I don’t feel that the rubber is all that spinny. After the ball bounces, it is clear as day that it has MASSIVE spin on it. Also, it is very easy to see from the trajectory. Maybe it is my hitting technique or something else, who knows. Rallies from the distance are the order of the day and show spin potential to the fullest. For less experienced players, it is very difficult to block or counter opening loops, and a lot of times those blocks overshoot the table.

Speed: A bit faster than Sigma 2 Euro. Not too bouncy at all (some bounce but nothing to worry about). Trajectory is so long it is a bit nerve-racking to watch the ball, but massive spin takes over and the ball lands at the very edge of the table almost all the time. Probably next to Calibra or T64, this rubber has the longest trajectory I have seen.

Other (angle, tack, hardness…): I don’t totally agree with the throw angle medium (as rated right now). In my opinion, it is more of a medium-high leaning on the high side of the spectrum. In terms of tackiness, there is no tack whatsoever. Grip 100%! Sponge and top sheet overall hardness appear to be medium-hard. A bit harder than Sigma 2 E. Personally, I would love to have the exact same rubber just with a harder feel to it. It still has that bit of a mushy feeling like all tensors but nothing like Vega Euro or T64 FX. In terms of control, I don’t agree with Xiom here at all (been the case for me lately), and I would rate this as a relatively easy to control rubber. The only control issue I had is the super long trajectory, but not a problem in a sense, it was just making me a bit nervous at the beginning (balls did land).

Recommendation: ALL should try!

Feeling is softer than the Omega V Pro. Therefore, more control on looping.
Sponge is quite rigid compared with T05, so the ball goes faster in looping.

Fast and controlled at a high level.

This is NOT a EURO or JAP kind of rubber. It is not springy/catapult-y. The topsheet is not as soft and elastic as Tenergy. The rubber does not feel ‘captive’, the ball does not stay inside too long. You cannot use this rubber with hard blades because there will be no dwell time. But with a medium blade like Stiga Infinity VPS, the rubber has just enough grip and sink. The reason I gave it 5 stars is the neutral, linear power delivery, and exceptional control. It is very intuitive and easy to use. Hit slow, it goes slow. Hit a lil faster, it goes a lil faster. It won’t jump on you like Tenergy. And yet if you make a powerful swing, it will shoot like a cannon. Not particularly spiny. It’s just a neutral feel high control rubber. Throw is on the low side of medium.

I liked it.

The rubber has excellent power in spin and is very fast.

Simply the best!

This rubber is high quality with good spin, grip, and excellent control.

I bought this rubber from TT11 on Christmas and got it for only $37. First, let me thank TT11 for the excellent delivery and price as well. The first topspin I played with this rubber, I had an instant smile on my face; so much punch with control and monstrous spin. Guys, this is the rubber I was looking for. I am using 2.0 for my backhand and max on my forehand. This is value for every penny. Go for it, you won’t be disappointed.

I like Xiom OVT rubber very good for FH.
Thank you Table Tennis 11.

Lacks some power when compared with other top rubbers. Very good control, though.

I have bought a pair of Omega V Tour max and put them on my Xiom Ignito Blade. The first thing I remarked was that I have to adjust the angle of my forehand because Omega V Tour has a lower trajectory than my previous FH rubber (Nittaku Narucross GS Hard). The mix of spin and speed for these rubbers is just tremendous and fits perfectly for a play close to the table and mid-distance (in my case). I did not have any moments where the speed is too high and I can’t control the shot. You can play very well with a controlled lift and a strong topspin. Very good rubbers also for blocks. If I have to compare Xiom Omega V Tour with Tenergy 05, I would say that the arch is lower for Xiom (but not much), speed is almost the same, control is better (it’s not as reactive to incoming spin like Tenergy). I would put it in the same league as Tenergy. The weight of the rubber is 70 grams (squared) and 48 grams cut to the blade, for the maximum width (it’s quite a heavy rubber). My setup is 180 grams. The conclusion is that these rubbers are top rubbers at a fair price.

I have bought a pair of Xiom Omega V Tour max and put them on my Xiom Ignito Blade. Overall weight is 188 g (the blade has 85 g), so I think it is not quite a light setup. Uncut weights of rubbers were 70 g for the red rubber and 68 g for the black one (the thickness is max). First impressions: the arch is lower than for Nittaku Narucross GS Hard (my previous FH rubber), so I have to open the angle for topspin. The ratio control/speed is fantastic. When you hit a strong topspin from a mid distance, it describes a very violent arch before touching the table. You can play with it anything you want: strong topspin, controlled lift, and it is good even for the close to the table push play. Serves are really spinnier with these rubbers. Overall conclusion: it is a top rubber, suitable mainly for close to the table and mid-distance play. But if you are a strong hitter, you can generate enough speed also from 2 m away from the table. I like this rubber very much. For me, speed and spin are comparable as of Tenergy (with the mention that the arch of Xiom is lower), but the control is better for Omega V Tour.

I have tested many rubbers over the last year and finally landed here.

It is the best rubber on the market. It grips the ball better than Tenergy, has a nice feel (not too hard, not too soft), just perfect.

Could be a little cheaper, but with the discount offered by the shop, it is OK.

Xiom Omega V Tour es lo último de la prestigiosa fábrica Xiom, destaca por su calidad y el ángulo de entrada bajo a la mesa, una gran compra sin duda para quien quiera velocidad y control.

Didn’t notice anything special about this one. It’s not any quicker than the likes of Vega Asia or Omega Asia, same amount of spin. But it seems a bit easier to control. The price of this sheet doesn’t seem justifiable as it’s not a major leap from its predecessors.

It’s very spinny and very controllable also. It is more flexible in the game and with my blade as jetro quad you can make your opponent wonder what improve so much, control, power, and spin with the same skills. My old rubber was sigma Europe 1 but this one is much more controllable and spinnier and “forgiving” in some way. It is also very good in service and in the receiving of a service. But it shines in spin and in long rallies at medium and also long distance. I think finally that rubber makes the difference for power users.

Good all-rounder. Feels very close to Omega 4 Asia.

Reading the marketing blurb, I was quite apprehensive as it seems to imply only the professional need apply. Well, I am no pro but I am most surprised by how good this rubber feels. Yes, it is fast and spinny. However, the top feel of this rubber gives me good control over my shots. I would put it as a Bluefire M1 but a bit softer and better control.