{"product_id":"nittaku-lebest-rubber","title":"Nittaku Lebest Rubber","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA first rubber for new players: an easy-to-handle, control-type inverted rubber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eThis is an entry-level inverted rubber (a rubber with a flat surface that makes it easy to put spin on the ball) that falls into Nittaku's control type (a type that emphasizes ease of handling). On Nittaku's own index its speed and spin values are close, so it does not lean toward either. It suits players who have just started table tennis as their first rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Nittaku's own index, Speed is 8.25 and Spin is 9.25, a small gap between spin and speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe sponge hardness is 37.5 as published by the manufacturer. In Nittaku's categories it is control type.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe manufacturer positions it as a rubber for beginners, making it an easy choice for a first rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe country of origin is China. The manufacturer's table lists the ITTF (International Table Tennis Federation) approval number.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who have just started table tennis and are choosing their first rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want a rubber that does not lean toward either spin or speed\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want to practice the basics with a rubber that keeps rebound in check\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros and things to consider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Nittaku's own index its speed and spin are close, giving a well-balanced performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMade for beginners, so it is an easy choice as a first rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eBecause it is a control-type rubber, it may feel lacking to intermediate and advanced players who want more power.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe ratings are Nittaku's own values and cannot be compared with those of other manufacturers' rubbers.\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)54-073\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eControl type\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpeed\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e8.25\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e9.25\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\u003e37.5\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eRed\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNR-8600\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eChina\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. Can beginners use it?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. The manufacturer presents it as a rubber for beginners. It falls into Nittaku's control type.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. What are the speed and spin figures based on?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. They are Nittaku's own published index. They cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.\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 Australia and Brazil. It cannot be shipped to the United States. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.\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":"Default Title","offer_id":67596539363510,"sku":"NTK-NR8600-20-C","price":2460.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/71lLEjDtXOL.jpg?v=1791364198","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/nittaku-lebest-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"}