Butterfly Zyre 03

Butterfly Zyre 03 is the latest top-tier smooth table tennis rubber from Butterfly, designed for experienced players seeking an ideal balance of speed, spin, and control. This rubber stands out with its advanced construction and cutting-edge technologies, enabling players to dominate the game with powerful, heavily spinning topspins. Developed in collaboration with world-class players such as Tomokazu Harimoto, Shunsuke Togami, and Kanak Jha, Zyre 03 has already proven its superiority in top-level competitions.
Key Features
Ricosheet Topsheet
Structure: Zyre 03 features a “Ricosheet” topsheet with dense, short pips (No. 303), ensuring exceptional grip on the ball.
Durability: Due to the low pip height and dense structure, the rubber is approximately 40% more resistant to wear than the “Dignics 05,” according to Butterfly’s tests. This allows the surface to remain durable even after highly intensive play.
Grip: The topsheet efficiently transfers the energy of the stroke to the ball, providing excellent ball “hold” and strong spin generation.
Extra-Thick Sponge
Spring Sponge X: Zyre 03 utilizes a firmer “Spring Sponge X” (44 degrees on the Butterfly scale, equivalent to approximately 55 degrees on the ESN scale), combining high elasticity with powerful rebound. This allows the rubber to firmly “catch” the ball before launching it with explosive speed and spin.
Thickness: Available in two sponge thickness options – 2.5 mm and 2.7 mm. The 2.7 mm sponge is one of the thickest in the world, providing additional power and a deeper stroke trajectory.
Lightweight: Despite the thick sponge, Zyre 03 remains lightweight – the 2.7 mm rubber weighs only about 1 gram more than the “Dignics 05” (2.1 mm), ensuring the racket remains maneuverable.
Trajectory and Power
High Arc: Thanks to the unique pip arrangement and thick sponge, Zyre 03 produces a high, arched trajectory, allowing the ball to travel deep into the opponent’s side of the table. This is particularly advantageous for executing topspins and counterattacks.
Spin: Compared to the “Dignics 05,” Zyre 03 offers even greater spin potential, rivaling the leap from “Bryce Speed” to “Tenergy 05.” This enables players to easily generate powerful, spinning topspins.
Speed and Control Balance: The rubber boasts excellent speed (88 on the Butterfly scale) and spin (100), while maintaining a high level of control (96). This makes it suitable for both aggressive attackers and players seeking stability during rallies.
Feel and Sound
Softer Feel: Due to the thinner topsheet and higher sponge proportion, Zyre 03 provides a softer stroke feel compared to other sponges of similar hardness. This allows players to feel the ball more precisely.
Quieter Sound: The rubber produces a quieter stroke sound, creating a more pleasant playing experience and reducing energy loss during impact.
Who Is This Rubber For?
The Butterfly Zyre 03 is ideal for:
Experienced players focused on offensive play, aiming to dominate with powerful, heavily spinning topspins.
Intermediate players looking to improve their spin and stroke technique, as the rubber facilitates spin generation even for those with less physical strength.
Players transitioning from “Tenergy 05” or “Dignics 05”, seeking a better balance of speed, spin, and control.
General Information:
Surface: High-tension smooth (inverted), “Ricosheet” technology
Sponge Hardness: 44 degrees (Butterfly scale)
Thickness: 2.5 mm or 2.7 mm
Speed Rating: 88
Spin Rating: 100
Control Rating: 96
Color: Red or black