XIOM Vega Asia Inverted Rubber

A speed-type inverted rubber for quick attacks, with all five published ratings at 5.0

This is an inverted rubber (a rubber with a flat surface that makes it easy to put spin on the ball) from XIOM's Vega series. The manufacturer describes it as a speed type intended for quick attacks. It suits attacks that aim to settle exchanges early, and it fits players who combine smashes with drives.

Features

• The manufacturer positions it as a speed type intended for quick attacks, and says it suits attacking play that makes heavy use of smashes and drives.
• The published ratings for CATAPULT & CLICK, SPIN & ARC, and SPEED & FORCE are all 5.0.
• The sponge hardness is 47.5, as published by XIOM. The sponge is a black CARBO SPONGE containing carbon particles.
• It uses HYPER ELASTO technology, which aims to make it easier for balls that clear the net high to still land on the table, reducing drive errors.
• You can choose from two colors and three thicknesses. The country of origin is Germany.

Recommended for

• Players who want to attack early by combining smashes and drives
• Players who want to choose a rubber whose spin and speed values are not skewed

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• The published ratings are all 5.0, which makes its character easy to grasp.
• Its design for quick attacks suits attacking play at a fast pace.
• You can choose from every combination of the two colors and three thicknesses.

Things to consider

• All five published ratings are 5.0, so it may be hard to tell from the numbers where its strengths lie.
• The racket and glue are sold separately, so please have them ready as well.

Specifications

Sponge hardness are XIOM's own published ratings; they cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.

FAQ

Q. What kind of play does it suit?

A. The manufacturer describes it as a speed type for quick attacks. It suits players who attack early with smashes and drives.

Q. Can I choose the thickness and color?

A. There are three thicknesses and two colors, and you can choose from every combination.

Q. What is the country of origin?

A. According to the manufacturer's published information, it is Germany.

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.