Nittaku Kasumi Basic Shakehand Blade

A 5-ply blade centered on control that makes it easier to balance attack and defense

The Kasumi Basic is an offensive shakehand racket based on 5 wood plies. It is built with ease of control in mind and weighs about 85 g. It suits players who want to develop their technique and players who value a balance of attack and defense.

Features

• A blade of 5 wood plies that puts priority on ease of control.
• On Nittaku's own ratings, speed is Mid and feel is Medium.
• The blade is 156×152 mm, 5.8 mm thick, and weighs about 85 g (manufacturer-stated).
• You can choose the grip from two types, FL (flared) and ST (straight).

Recommended for

• Players who want to level up while solidifying the basics
• Players who value a balance of attack and defense
• Players who want to use a 5-ply blade made of wood only

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• A 5-ply blade that puts priority on control, making it easy to work on basic practice.
• You can choose the grip from two types, FL and ST.

Things to consider

• Speed is rated Mid (Nittaku's classification), so it is not suited to players who put the strength of the rebound first.
• Rubbers are sold separately, so you will need to get 2 rubbers for the two sides yourself.

Specifications

Speed, Feel are Nittaku's own published ratings; they cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.

FAQ

Q. What is the difference between FL and ST?

A. FL (flared) widens toward the end of the grip, while ST (straight) is straight. The manufacturer-stated sizes are 102×24 mm for FL and 102×23 mm for ST.

Q. Who is it suited to?

A. The manufacturer recommends it for players aiming to level up and players who value a balance of attack and defense. It is a 5-ply blade that puts priority on control.

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.
• Rubbers are sold separately. Please also choose two rubbers, glue and edge tape.
• Weights are a guide. Because the blade is made of wood, weight and grain vary from blade to blade.
• Images are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.
• Specifications and design may change without notice.