Ratpadz GS Mouse Surface

The under side of the Ratpad shows another difference between old lion and new lion.  The original pad weighed in at  13.3 ounces while the GS hits the scales at 9.8 ounces.  You can see below the ribbing that allows for the pad to keep the same height of 8mm but at reduced weight.  This also provides for the feet to be recessed a bit keeping the feet from potentially rubbing or being scraped off.  In the two years I've had my original Ratpad, this hasn't shown to be a problem to me.  Of the feet we referenced, there are nine with two recessioned spots for two more.  Frankly, I don't know why the two additional feet weren't put in.  The nine feet that were present provided a fantastic grip eliminating any slippage you may have in an online knife fight. 

Back on top, here is a shot of the mirror finish logo.  The logo is smooth as opposed to the slightly orange peel type texture of the rest of the pad.  The texture is there to give your mouse ball added grip. 

My personal mouse is a wireless Microsoft Explorer Optical Mouse.  Some folks are quick to say you don't need a mouse pad with an optical mouse.  I disagree.  My optical mouse works just fine on my desk without a pad but the smooth plastic of the Ratpad GS allows the mouse feet to glide back and around instead of that halting feel you get on a desk. 

Conclusion

A mouse pad, be it for gaming or work is all about two things and two things only; grip and glide.  The Ratpad GS provides a no slip base for the most manic of gamers and smooth action glide for precision graphics design or precision head shots.  The differences between the original Ratpad and the Ratpad GS are subtle but the cumulative effect of these small differences make an already outstanding product shine all the more.  Priced at $12 on the street, there is no reason for you to suffer any longer.  Do yourself a favor, upgrade now.  You can thank me later.

Pros

• Affordable

• Smooth gliding action for optical and balled mice.

• No slip grip on the base.

• Recessed feet prevent losing one.

Cons

• Doesn't say Dean is da man on it.

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