Yasaka Elfrark RF OX Short Pips Rubber

An OX short pips rubber with no sponge that creates a contrast between spin and knuckle balls

A variation-type short pips rubber (a rubber whose pips face outward) in OX format, with no sponge. It makes it easy to mix balls with spin and knuckle balls (balls with little spin), and its returns are less likely to be thrown off even against heavy spin. It suits players whose main style is chopping and players with an unorthodox attack-and-defense style.

Features

• A variation-type short pips rubber in OX format, with no sponge attached.
• Pips that are tall for a short pips rubber are combined with a sheet with strong grip.
• A design that makes it easier to aim for steady returns while unsettling opponents with the difference between spin and knuckle balls.
• On Yasaka's own rating scale (Mark V = 10): Control 11+, Speed 6+, Spin 5+.
• An OX short pips rubber made in Japan, available in two colors.

Recommended for

• Players whose main style is chopping who want to add variation with an OX short pips rubber
• Players with an unorthodox attack-and-defense style who are looking for an OX rubber that can produce variation steadily

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• Control is 11+ (Yasaka's own rating), above the Mark V baseline (10).
• Although it is a variation-type, returns are less likely to be thrown off even against heavy spin.

Things to consider

• With Speed 6+ and Spin 5+ (Yasaka's own ratings), it is not suited to attacking strongly on your own.
• As an OX rubber with no sponge, it has no choice of thickness.

Specifications

Speed, Spin, Control are Yasaka's own published ratings; they cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.

FAQ

Q. Does it have a sponge?

A. No. It is an OX rubber made of the sheet only.

Q. Who is it suited to?

A. It suits players whose main style is chopping and players with an unorthodox attack-and-defense style. The manufacturer also recommends it for players using a variation-type short pips rubber for the first time.

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 the United States, Australia and Brazil. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.
• United 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.
• 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.