{"product_id":"nittaku-specialist-start-large-ball-rubber","title":"Nittaku Specialist Start Large Ball Rubber","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn entry-level rubber made in Japan for those starting large ball table tennis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eThis is an entry-level rubber for large ball table tennis (played with a larger ball). It joins Nittaku's \"Specialist\" series and is made in Japan. It suits players about to start large ball table tennis as their first rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt combines a sheet that catches the ball easily with a sponge that doesn't rebound too much.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Nittaku's own index, Speed is 13.75 and Spin is 13.00, a balance in which the speed and spin values are close.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eNittaku's category is \"high elasticity\", and the sponge hardness is 25.0 as published by the manufacturer.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe country of origin is Japan. Choose from two colors and three thicknesses.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who are about to start large ball table tennis\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers looking for their first large ball rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want a rubber that does not lean toward either spin or speed\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros and things to consider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMade for beginners, so it is an easy choice as a first large ball rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIts speed and spin ratings are close, giving a well-balanced performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan, with a choice of two colors and three thicknesses.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eBecause its performance is aimed at beginners, it may feel lacking to 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\u003cli\u003eAttaching the rubber requires table tennis glue, which is sold separately.\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)54-060\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHigh elasticity\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpeed\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e13.75\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\u003e25.0\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\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNR-8597\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. Who is it suited to?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. It is a rubber made as an entry-level model for people starting large ball table tennis. On Nittaku's own index its speed and spin values are close, giving a well-balanced performance.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Which colors and thicknesses can I choose?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. We carry Red and Black, in three thicknesses: Medium, Thick and Extra thick.\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":67596539003062,"sku":"NTK-NR8597-20-C","price":3670.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red \/ Thick","offer_id":67596539035830,"sku":"NTK-NR8597-20-A","price":3670.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red \/ Extra thick","offer_id":67596539068598,"sku":"NTK-NR8597-20-TA","price":3670.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Medium","offer_id":67596539101366,"sku":"NTK-NR8597-71-C","price":3670.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Thick","offer_id":67596539134134,"sku":"NTK-NR8597-71-A","price":3670.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Extra thick","offer_id":67596539166902,"sku":"NTK-NR8597-71-TA","price":3670.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/814ZZKZDlwL.jpg?v=1791364195","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/nittaku-specialist-start-large-ball-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"}