Yasaka Rakza 7 Rubber

An inverted rubber for players who want to attack with heavy-spin drives

An inverted rubber (a rubber with a flat surface that makes it easy to put spin on the ball) of what Yasaka calls the Hybrid Energy type. The sheet is mainly natural rubber, and the sponge is firm. It suits players who want to put the power of their swing into the ball and attack with spinning drives.

Features

• The sheet is mainly natural rubber, a type with strong ball-gripping power that makes it easier to put spin on the ball.
• The sponge is firm, a design that lets the power of your swing transfer easily to the ball.
• On Yasaka's own rating scale (Mark V = 10): Spin 14, Speed 11, Control 9.
• Sponge hardness is 45–50° (as published by Yasaka). Three thicknesses are offered, from Medium-thick to Extra thick. Made in Germany.

Recommended for

• Players whose main style is driving who want to attack with heavy-spin drives
• Players who want to transfer the power of their swing firmly to the ball

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• Spin is 14 (Yasaka's own rating), well above the Mark V baseline (10).
• The harder you hit, the easier it is to generate power, which suits aggressive play.

Things to consider

• Because the sponge is firm, it can be hard to generate power if your swing is weak.
• Control is 9 (Yasaka's own rating), slightly below the Mark V baseline (10).

Specifications

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

FAQ

Q. What is the Hybrid Energy type?

A. It is Yasaka's name for a category of rubber. This model combines a sheet that is mainly natural rubber with a firm sponge.

Q. Can I choose the thickness?

A. You can choose from three: Medium-thick, Thick and 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 Australia and Brazil. It cannot be shipped to the United States. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.
• 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.