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Xtrac Ripper XXL Mouse Mat & InstaGlide |
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Written by Mikhail Ivanenkov
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Monday, 09 July 2007 |
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Thanks to XtracPads for the product samples.
All too often enthusiasts and typical users alike neglect the small things that make a system complete. What good is a GeForce 990000 if you're using a $5 mouse on a table surface that skips every couple seconds? When looking to put together or upgrade a system, it's important to consider all the details. Mouse pads are one such nuance. Although core functionality remains the same, they have evolved alongside computers the past few years. Today we'll be taking a look at XtracPads' Ripper XXL, also known as the world's largest mouse mat.
It's so large that it comes rolled up in a plastic tube. I guess size does matter, because after all these years we've somehow managed to go from this:
To this:
The Ripper XXL is without a doubt the largest mouse surface I've ever seen. In fact, the product's motto is "it's not just a mouse pad, it's a desktop experience". And they're right - there's no way you could use the "pad" for just a mouse. It's meant to cover your entire work area and then some. For those wondering, the XXL measures 36" x 18", enough to clothe a small child. Perhaps that was the intent all along.
On a serious note, one reason for its size is the comfort factor. It's meant to cover your entire desk, absorbing shock and creating a soft(er) resting area for your mouse, keyboard, wrists, and anything else. In typical Xtrac fashion, the Ripper XXL is comprised of three layers: a top cloth layer, a spongy shock absorbing middle, and a Sure Grip patterned rubber backing to keep it from slipping. It's a simple black design, but that's all that's needed.
A close-up reveals better detail. On the left is the cloth surface. It's simple in pattern but somehow manages to reflect light quite a bit thanks to all those bumps and grooves, which is of course the best thing to happen to optical mice. The back is much more textured and will prevent the mat from moving around on your surface of choice.
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