Yasaka Original LB Large Ball Rubber

A control-type Large Ball rubber that puts stability first

A control-type rubber for Large Ball (table tennis played with a larger ball). The sheet is based on the "Original A-1" and the sponge is on the soft side. It makes it easier to keep shots under control and is easy to use even for players who have just started Large Ball.

Features

• The sheet is based on the "Original A-1". The sponge is a softer type made for Large Ball.
• A model with both spin and speed that puts ease of handling first.
• On Yasaka's rating scale for Large Ball rubbers (XTEND LB = A): Spin A+, Control A+, Speed B.
• Sponge hardness is 25–30° (as published by Yasaka). Two thicknesses are offered, Thick and Extra thick. Made in Japan.

Recommended for

• Players who have just started Large Ball
• Players who want to put control first and keep their shots steady

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• On Yasaka's rating scale, Spin and Control are A+, above the baseline XTEND LB (A).
• The softer sponge is easy to handle and makes it easier to keep shots steady.

Things to consider

• Speed is B (Yasaka's rating scale; the baseline is A), so it is not for players who want the power of hard hits.
• This is a rubber for Large Ball. Please take note if you are looking for one for regular table tennis.

Specifications

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

FAQ

Q. What do the "A" and "B" for Speed and the other ratings mean?

A. They are Yasaka's performance ratings for Large Ball rubbers, with XTEND LB set as A.

Q. Can I choose the thickness?

A. You can choose from two: Thick and Extra thick. There are two colors.

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.