{"product_id":"nittaku-hammond-z2-rubber","title":"Nittaku Hammond Z2 Rubber","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn inverted rubber whose shots don't drop easily, aimed at counters and deep drives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eHammond Z2 is an inverted rubber (a rubber with a flat surface that makes it easy to put spin on the ball) made in Japan, combining a red Bulkhead sponge with a Natural Rich sheet that has a higher proportion of natural rubber. Shots don't drop easily even when you contact the ball thinly, which suits players who want to trade shots with counters and with drives from away from the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt uses a red Bulkhead sponge, which strengthens the internal dividers (bulkheads) to reduce energy loss and raise rebound.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe Natural Rich sheet has a high proportion of natural rubber and a high density, so shots are built not to drop easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt is designed to make it easy to use your opponent's spin on counters and to land deep drives even from a position away from the table.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Nittaku's own index, Speed is 16.00 and Spin is 13.00, with a sponge hardness of 40.0. The category is ZC (Z Charge).\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOne adhesive rubber protector is included. The manufacturer advises using the included protector when you use the rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want to use their opponent's spin on counters\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want to trade deep drives even from away from the table\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eExperienced players who want both speed and shots that don't drop easily\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros and things to consider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eShots don't drop easily even when you contact the ball thinly.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHigh rebound makes it easy to hit deep even from away from the table.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt is finished to a specification aimed at advanced players, so it may be hard to handle for those who have just started.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt needs care, such as using the adhesive rubber protector (included) when you use it.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable class=\"kidspo-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNittaku (Nippon Takkyu Co., Ltd.)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eApproval\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e(ITTF) 54-051\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eZC (Z Charge)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpeed\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e16.00\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e13.00\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eVariation\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSponge hardness\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e40.0\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eColor options\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eRed \/ Black\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eThickness options\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMedium \/ Thick \/ Extra thick \/ MAX\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNR-8591\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-note\"\u003eSpeed, Spin, Variation, Sponge hardness are Nittaku's own published ratings; they cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl class=\"kidspo-faq\"\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Does it come with any accessories?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. One adhesive rubber protector is included. The manufacturer advises using the included protector when you use the rubber.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Is it made in Japan?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. Yes. The manufacturer's table lists Japan as the country of origin.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Does it have an approval number?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. The manufacturer's table lists the approval number as (ITTF)54-051.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul class=\"kidspo-notes\"\u003e\u003cli\u003eThis item is ordered from our supplier after you place your order, then shipped from Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIf 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eShips from Osaka, Japan by Japan Post. We ship this item to the United States, Australia and Brazil. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eUnited States: we prepay the US import duty. It is included in the shipping fee shown at checkout, so there is nothing to pay on delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAustralia: no import duty or GST for orders of A$1,000 or less.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBrazil: 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe racket is sold separately. The price is for one sheet of rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eUse table tennis glue to attach the rubber. Covering the surface with protection film after play helps it last longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eImages are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSpecifications and design may change without notice.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nittaku","offers":[{"title":"Red \/ Medium","offer_id":67596538183862,"sku":"NTK-NR8591-20-C","price":5120.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red \/ Thick","offer_id":67596538216630,"sku":"NTK-NR8591-20-A","price":5120.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red \/ Extra thick","offer_id":67596538249398,"sku":"NTK-NR8591-20-TA","price":5120.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red \/ MAX","offer_id":67596538282166,"sku":"NTK-NR8591-20-MAX","price":5120.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Medium","offer_id":67596538314934,"sku":"NTK-NR8591-71-C","price":5120.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Thick","offer_id":67596538347702,"sku":"NTK-NR8591-71-A","price":5120.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Extra thick","offer_id":67596538380470,"sku":"NTK-NR8591-71-TA","price":5120.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ MAX","offer_id":67596538413238,"sku":"NTK-NR8591-71-MAX","price":5120.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/61uavGlEecL.jpg?v=1791364185","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/nittaku-hammond-z2-rubber","provider":"KIDSPO-カジュアル\u0026スポーツブランドのお店-","version":"1.0","type":"link"}