I found ball-transfer-units (BTUs) provide a smoother mousing experience. Inspired by bomtarnes. Details about the BTUs I used for this model:
As for the “XL”: The tail end of this model is 170% the length of the original model. In total, it adds about 4cm of extra space for your palm to rest. It's not pretty, but it feels way better for my hand.
The parts are NOT backwards compatible because the BTUs extend down into the base.
Additional info after a few weeks of use:
To quote, bomtarnes, “Note that the ploopy files are originally licensed under CERN-OHL-S which prusaprinters does not support; I have chosen what I believe to be an appropriate license.” I have included a STEP file.
The author remixed this model.