{"product_id":"yasaka-phantom-0011-long-pips-rubber","title":"Yasaka Phantom 0011 Long Pips Rubber","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA long pips rubber whose 1.7 mm pips and cloth grain make it easier to vary your returns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eA long pips rubber (a rubber with tall pips on its surface that makes it easier to use the opponent's spin) paired with a very thin, slightly firm sponge. The combination of the pips and the cloth grain makes it easier to vary the character of the ball, and it can be used for both attack and defense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe pips are 1.7 mm tall. Combined with the cloth grain, the design makes it easier to vary the character of the ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe sponge is a slightly firm type, Very thin in thickness, with a hardness of 40–45° (as published by Yasaka).\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Yasaka's own rating scale (Mark V = 10): Control 11, Speed 6+, Spin 4.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eA long pips rubber made in Japan, available in two colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers with an unorthodox attack-and-defense style who want to unsettle opponents with changes in the character of the ball\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers whose main style is chopping who want to use the variation of long pips on defense as well\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants long pips with a thin sponge rather than an OX (no-sponge) rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros and things to consider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eControl is 11 on Yasaka's own rating, above the Mark V baseline (10).\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt can be used for play that takes advantage of variation, both in attack and in defense.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWith Spin 4 and Speed 6+ (Yasaka's own ratings), it is not the type that overpowers opponents with hard hits.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOnly one thickness, Very thin, is offered, so the sponge thickness cannot be chosen.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe feel at impact differs from an inverted rubber, so it takes practice to get used to.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable class=\"kidspo-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eYasaka (Yasaka Co., Ltd.)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eLong pips rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eVery thin\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpeed\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e6+\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eControl\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e11\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSponge hardness\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e40–45°\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eColor options\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eRed \/ Black\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eB-38\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-note\"\u003eSpeed, Spin, Control, Sponge hardness are Yasaka's own published ratings; they cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl class=\"kidspo-faq\"\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Does it have a sponge?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. Yes. It is a long pips rubber with a very thin, slightly firm sponge.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. What are the Speed and Spin figures based on?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. They are Yasaka's own performance ratings, with the Mark V set at 10. They cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul class=\"kidspo-notes\"\u003e\u003cli\u003eThis item is ordered from our supplier after you place your order, then shipped from Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIf 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eShips from Osaka, Japan by Japan Post. We ship this item to the United States, Australia and Brazil. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eUnited 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAustralia: no import duty or GST for orders of A$1,000 or less.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBrazil: 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe racket is sold separately. The price is for one sheet of rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eUse table tennis glue to attach the rubber. Covering the surface with protection film after play helps it last longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eImages are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSpecifications and design may change without notice.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"YASAKA","offers":[{"title":"Red","offer_id":67596552896694,"sku":"YSK-B38-23","price":2460.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":67596552929462,"sku":"YSK-B38-90","price":2460.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/51HZSOHTB0L.jpg?v=1791364272","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/yasaka-phantom-0011-long-pips-rubber","provider":"KIDSPO-カジュアル\u0026スポーツブランドのお店-","version":"1.0","type":"link"}