LaOndaPELZ
Gaming Mousepad Review
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Dimensions
- default (L & XL)
(W/H/Thickness)
- 49.0cmx41.7cmx 3.5mm
- 49.0cmx41.7cmx 4.5mm
Materials & processing
There are 2 types of mousepads: Hardpads and softpads.
A hard mousepad is usually made of plastic, metal, or glass to provide a smooth, flat surface. Due to the low friction, they are great for gamers or anyone who needs to move their mouse quickly. With the speed and the ultra-smooth surface, it becomes harder to control your mouse precisely. With a hardpad, you can make quick, large movements, but it may take some time to get used to the speed and accuracy. This is especially true if you have only used soft mousepads before. There are textured hard pads that can help to allow more control, and in return, they offer a bit less speed.
A soft mousepad is typically made of fabric and offers some padding. This can make them comfortable to use over longer periods, as you can rest your wrist and hand on it. Most softpads have some friction, so it may be easier to control the mouse precisely.
Depending on the type of surface used, movements on a softpad may be slower, but it will be easier to make small movements with pinpoint accuracy.
The material the surface of the mousepad is made from.
Whether a hard pad or a soft pad, every mousepad consists of a surface and a base. The surface contributes significantly to the characteristics of the mousepad and how it feels during gaming. There are many different materials such as glass, polycarbonate, nylon, or polyester also known as “fabric,” although this is technically an incorrect term.
Every surface can be manufactured or further processed or refined in a certain way. As a result, the mousepad acquires very specific characteristics. For example, a mousepad made of polyester can have an extremely slow or very fast glide speed, e.g., through a coating or a specific weave pattern.
The “foundation” of a mousepad and a very often overlooked component. The base is often the difference between good and great mousepads. They come in several thicknesses & “hardness levels,” and this can play a significant role in the gaming experience. Therefore, in combination with the surface, it decides how the mouse pad ultimately plays and feels. And by the way, it also ensures that the mousepad stays in place & does not slip (at least it should ^^)
A hybrid mousepad is designed to combine the features of hard and soft mousepads. It aims to provide the glide experience of hard pads while maintaining the comfort and control typically associated with soft pads. Hybrid mousepads often use a mix of materials or are specially manufactured. They can also have a unique surface texture that allows for both speed and control, enabling quick mouse movements as well as precise aiming. The mix of materials can also contribute to increased durability. While they are stiffer than a standard fabric pad, hybrid mousepads are generally more comfortable than hard pads and offer a middle ground in terms of wrist comfort and support.
A coating on a mousepad refers to a special surface treatment aimed at modifying the properties of the mousepad. This coating can be applied in various ways to achieve different effects, depending on the specific features the mousepad is intended to offer. For example, a mousepad can be made water-repellent, have a “protected” print, or have significantly improved glide speed, e.g., with a “Glass-Coating (Ice-Coating).” However, it’s important to note that coatings do not last forever and, depending on the intensity of use and the quality of the mousepad, will wear out over time, and the mousepad will no longer possess the same properties.
To better compare mousepads, I have divided them into 7 different speed levels.
From fast to slow:
- High speed
- Fast
- Quick
- Balanced
- Moderate
- Controlled
- High control
Design
Miscellaneous
available in 2 hardnesses / thicknesses (base):
- 3.5 mm (Medium Soft)
- 4.5 mm (Extra Soft)
Disclaimer: The data and mousepad specifications on my website are provided “as is, as available” without any warranty. I assume no responsibility for any damages that could be caused by errors on my site. Please verify all information directly on the manufacturers’ websites.
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Highlights
Available atManufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP):44.95$
Manufacturer's product description
PELZ
is the high-performance pad designed for all games. A hybrid pad with an edge seam that lies below the surface of the pad itself.
We use a specially adapted PU base, which sticks very well to any table surface in versions with a thickness of 3.5 mm (Medium Soft) and 4.5 mm (Extra Soft).
Needless to say, we chose this surface and PU combination to offer a great pro-level gaming experience for our customers around the world.
This pad has already achieved a title and was used by a player who won the ESL CS Finals while using this pad.
HYBRID SURFACE WITH MEDIUM FRICTION RESISTANCE:
This uncoated pro-performance surface is designed for fast shooter games with an extended level of control, which will also lead to outstanding performance in games like Valorant and CS. Our goal was to create a more controlled version of the famous WALHAUT, with a softer surface feel, a less abrasive and coarse texture. The surface provides good feedback to the mouse and hand when using PTFE, glass, or sapphire mouse skates and is thus suitable for any type of mouse skates and any size of skates. Overall, it is a premium luxury hybrid pad for daily use in the home office and in matchmaking.
The pad has been tested with most arm sleeves, including very persistent and coarse variants, and has neither led to an increase in the surface’s friction resistance on the sleeves nor to a higher degree of wear on the pad or sleeve. Due to the high pressure on the sub-level edge seam in the 4.5 mm thick versions, the edge seam may come loose. This has been observed extremely rarely so far, but we do not exclude it, however, it does not constitute a production error. Due to the special features and the desire for edges that are not perceptible by the user but still fit perfectly to the pad, there is currently no better way of processing the edge seam. We at La Onda Team are always up to date regarding surfaces, base materials, and edge seams in the mouse pad segment and remain transparent about the strengths and weaknesses of individual products.
- Hybrid surface with a soft surface feel and medium surface friction speed
- Soft custom PU base
- Sub Surface seam
- To avoid misunderstandings, we would like to clarify that the sold pad is NOT made of PORON! And is NOT advertised by us as a PORON pad or to be referred to as such by third parties! The PU used is called by many brands and manufacturers as such, but it is NOT the PORON produced by Rogers Corp.!