Silicon Rubbers VS Rubber Rubbers with h4ck3r-J
In this mini-bonus Matt and Don talk to h4ck3r-J about his experiments with various flipper rubbers, and why it’s less straightforward than you might think…. Full Episodes return next week! Games Discussed: Johnny Mnemonic Contact Us! –> pod@bashpinball.com Instagram, Youtube, Twitch: @bashpinball Theme Song: Venus by Wren and Au Lune
Kineticist’s take
Deep dive into rubber vs silicone playfield components and their impact on pinball gameplay.
Synopsis
BASH Pinball Podcast hosts discuss rubber vs. silicone bumpers and posts on pinball machines with guest h4ck3r-J (Matt's brother Jay), exploring how different rubber compounds affect ball physics, gameplay feel, and playability. The conversation covers durometer variations, performance differences between brands, maintenance issues, and personal preferences for rubber hardness across different games.
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