Yasaka Mark V XS Rubber

A Mark V with a slightly tacky sheet that emphasizes spin while keeping its ease of handling

A model in the Mark V series of inverted rubbers (rubbers with a flat surface that make it easy to put spin on the ball) that uses a slightly tacky sheet with a little stickiness. Built on the ease of handling inherited from the Mark V, it suits players who want to take the emphasis on spin one step further.

Features

• A Mark V that uses a slightly tacky sheet and puts the emphasis on spin.
• Unlike a full-fledged tacky rubber, the tackiness is slight, balanced against bounce.
• On Yasaka's own rating scale (Mark V = 10): Spin 11, Control 10+, Speed 9+.
• Sponge hardness is 40–45° (as published by Yasaka). Thickness can be chosen from Thin to Extra thick. Made in Japan.

Recommended for

• Players who want to put more emphasis on spin while keeping the Mark V's ease of handling
• Players who want to try a sheet with a slight stickiness

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• Spin 11 and Control 10+ (Yasaka's own ratings) are both above the Mark V baseline.
• Thickness can be chosen from Thin to Extra thick, making it easy to match your preference.

Things to consider

• Players who want as much spin as a tacky rubber may find it lacking.
• Speed is 9+ (Yasaka's own rating), so another model may suit players who put bounce first.

Specifications

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

FAQ

Q. Is it a tacky rubber?

A. It is not fully tacky; the sheet is slightly tacky, with just a little stickiness.

Q. Can I choose the thickness?

A. Yes, from Thin to Extra thick. There are two colors; please check the option selector on this page for the color and thickness combinations offered.

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.