Yasaka Original Extra Inverted Rubber

A control-focused inverted rubber for practicing the basics

A control-focused inverted rubber from Yasaka (a rubber with a flat surface that makes it easy to put spin on the ball). A high-quality topsheet and a softer sponge are designed to make it easier to keep the ball steady. It suits players who have just started table tennis and those who want to firm up their basic strokes.

Features

• On Yasaka's ratings, where the Mark V is 10, Control is 12
• Speed is 8+ and Spin is 9, values that prioritize ease of handling
• Hardness is 35-40° according to Yasaka's published figure, a softer sponge
• A Japanese-made rubber with a choice of three thicknesses: Thin, Medium and Thick
• The manufacturer describes it as a rubber suited to the stage of learning basic skills

Recommended for

• Players who have just started table tennis
• Players who want to build a solid foundation in basic strokes
• Players who want to choose a rubber with an emphasis on control

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• The high Control value of 12 makes it easier to keep the ball steady
• Spin is 9, close to the baseline Mark V (10) even though it is a control-type rubber
• Three thicknesses to choose from: Thin, Medium and Thick

Things to consider

• Speed is 8+, so it may feel lacking to players who want rebound
• Thickness goes only up to "Thick"; Extra thick cannot be chosen
• Some combinations of color and thickness may not be offered

Specifications

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

FAQ

Q. Can beginners use it?

A. The manufacturer describes it as a rubber suited to players who have just started table tennis or are practicing the basics. Its Control value is 12.

Q. What does the Control "12" mean?

A. It is a value Yasaka gives with the Mark V's performance as 10. It cannot be compared with the figures of other manufacturers.

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.