Nittaku Hurricane 8-80 Inverted Rubber

A sticky rubber that emphasizes elasticity, so the ball sinks in even with light force

An inverted rubber from the Hurricane series, made in China. While keeping its stickiness (a type with a tacky surface), it makes it easier to sink the ball into the rubber even with light force. It is a model that lets you aim for fast drives and also use it on the backhand side.

Features

• A sticky rubber with Speed 15.00 and Spin 14.50 on Nittaku's own ratings
• Sponge hardness is 42.5 as stated by the manufacturer (38.0 on the Chinese standard)
• It builds on the elasticity of the sheet and sponge so that the ball sinks in easily even with light force
• Only Extra thick is offered. The colors are Red and Black
• Made in China. Nittaku is the general agent in Japan for Hongshuangxi (China)

Recommended for

• Players who want to hit fast drives with a sticky rubber
• Players who want to try a sticky rubber on the backhand side too
• Players who want to sink the ball into the rubber without relying on force

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• Built with an emphasis on elasticity, so the ball sinks in easily even with light force
• Keeps its stickiness while still letting you aim for fast drives
• A model designed with use on the backhand side in mind

Things to consider

• Only Extra thick is offered; thinner ones cannot be chosen
• Players not used to sticky rubbers may need time to get used to the stroke
• Sold as a single sheet of rubber. To put rubber on both sides, please prepare two sheets

Specifications

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

FAQ

Q. How is "8-80" read?

A. According to the manufacturer, it is read "Eito Hachiju" in Japanese (that is, "eight-eighty").

Q. Can I choose the thickness and color?

A. The thickness is Extra thick only. You can choose between Red and Black.

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.