I noticed there is a plastic covering on the rubber skin which I assume you take off before playing. But I was taught to never assume anything.

Those are there to protect the rubbers from drying out during shipping, but you take them off to play. You can keep them and replace them after playing to keep the rubbers fresh, but as this paddle comes with a case, I have not bothered. Though I do put a couple drips of water on each side, wipe down the rubbers with my hand, and let them dry before putting it back in the case. This is just to clean off the dust and dirt accumulated while playing and to keep them fresh and tacky for as long as possible.

is the sponge thinner on one side?

Nope same rubber and thickness on either side just different colors.

Which rubber would be good to put on the blade after original Palio CJ8000 rubbers complete its life, to make it even better racket?

So, CJ8000 comes in three sponge thicknesses 1.8, 2.0, and 2.2mm. The paddle comes with 2.0mm and I upgraded it to 2.2 mm. Also the sponge hardness is 36-38 degrees. I’m using a harder sponge at 40-42 degrees. But... if you want a major change (like to make it WAYYY faster), then put a fast tensor runner on (Tibhar Evolution MX-P) or something like that.

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🏓 Elevate your game with Palio Expert 2.0 — where beginner meets pro-level spin and control!

MASTER EVERY SPIN - ITTF-approved Palio CJ8000 rubbers deliver exceptional topspin, backspin, and sidespin for rapid skill growth.
BONUS PROTECTION INCLUDED - Comes with a sleek Palio bat case to keep your paddle pristine and ready for every match.
COMPETITION READY QUALITY - Play like a pro with tournament-legal rubbers and a premade tacky topsheet matching high-end custom paddles.
BALANCED PERFORMANCE METRICS - Speed 6/10, Spin 9/10, Control 10/10—engineered to accelerate your journey from novice to expert.
PRECISION GRIP MAXIMUM COMFORT - Redesigned all-wood blade with a flared handle ensures superior feel and control, perfect for focused beginners.

The Palio Expert 2.0 is an ITTF-approved table tennis paddle designed specifically for beginners aiming to master spin techniques and precision control. Featuring the renowned Palio CJ8000 rubbers with a tacky topsheet and a redesigned all-wood blade with a flared handle, it balances speed, spin, and control (6/10, 9/10, 10/10 respectively) to support skill development. Widely used in clubs and schools, it includes a protective case and meets competition standards, making it the ideal choice for aspiring players.

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Size	One Size
Brand	Expert Table Tennis
Grip Size	4 inches
Sport	Table Tennis
Material	Rubber, Wood
Skill Level	Beginner
Frame Material	Wood
Shaft Material	Wood
Item Weight	0.44 Pounds
Age Range (Description)	Adult
League	ITTF
Product Dimensions	11.02"L x 7.28"W
UPC	711811955990
String Color	Black
Color	Grey Handle, Red/Black Rubbers
Sport Racket String Installation	Unstrung
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H	10.79 x 7.76 x 0.94 inches
Package Weight	0.25 Kilograms
Item Dimensions LxWxH	11.02 x 7.28 x 0.1 inches
Brand Name	Expert Table Tennis
Warranty Description	Subject to the standard Amazon return policy.
Model Name	Palio Expert 2.0
Suggested Users	unisex
Manufacturer	Expert Table Tennis
Part Number	4575708
Included Components	Table Tennis Bat & Case

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