Nittaku Fastarc S-1 Rubber

An inverted rubber in the Fastarc series that emphasizes speed and smashes

In the Fastarc series, this is a tension-type (a type with enhanced rebound) inverted rubber that emphasizes speed and smashes. Its sheet has slimmer pips set at wider intervals, which increases how far the ball digs in. It suits players who use a lot of flat hitting (a style of hitting that snaps the ball away) from close to the table out to mid-distance.

Features

• In Nittaku's positioning, it is the series model that emphasizes speed and smashes.
• The sheet has pips that are slimmer than those of G-1 and C-1, set at wider intervals.
• The sponge is a Soft Strong Sponge, a type that makes it easy to increase ball speed.
• On Nittaku's own index, Speed is 15.50 and Spin is 11.75, with a sponge hardness of 35.0 (45.0 on the German standard).
• The country of origin is Germany. The manufacturer's table lists the ITTF (International Table Tennis Federation) approval number.

Recommended for

• Players who use a lot of flat hitting and smashes close to the table
• Players who want to switch quickly from blocking to attack
• Players who want to choose a rubber that favors speed over spin

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• The ball digs in easily, making it easy to generate speed.
• Fast, deep shots make it easy to push your opponent back.
• Thickness can be chosen from three types: Medium, Thick and Extra thick.

Things to consider

• If the amount of spin is your main priority, the spin-focused G-1 may suit you better.
• Some color and thickness combinations are not offered. Please check the option selector.

Specifications

Speed, Spin, Variation, Sponge hardness are Nittaku's own published ratings; they cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.

FAQ

Q. How does it differ from G-1 and C-1?

A. In the manufacturer's positioning, S-1 is the model that emphasizes speed and smashes. G-1 is for spin drives with an emphasis on spin, and C-1 is for well-balanced rallying.

Q. Which thicknesses can I choose?

A. We carry Medium, Thick and Extra thick. Please check the combinations with colors in the option selector.

Before you buy

• This item is ordered from our supplier after you place your order, then shipped from Japan.
• If it is out of stock at the manufacturer or supplier, delivery may take longer. If a restock is not expected, we may cancel your order. We will contact you by email in either case.
• Ships from Osaka, Japan by Japan Post. We ship this item to Australia and Brazil. It cannot be shipped to the United States. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.
• Australia: no import duty or GST for orders of A$1,000 or less.
• Brazil: import taxes (about 93–100% of the order value including shipping) are paid by the recipient on delivery. Your CPF number is required for customs; we will ask for it by email after you order.
• The racket is sold separately. The price is for one sheet of rubber.
• Use table tennis glue to attach the rubber. Covering the surface with protection film after play helps it last longer.
• Images are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.
• Specifications and design may change without notice.