{"product_id":"yasaka-rakza-z-extra-hard-rubber","title":"Yasaka Rakza Z Extra Hard Inverted Rubber","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA hard 52-57° sponge to back up powerful hitting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eRakza Z Extra Hard is an inverted rubber (a rubber with a flat surface that makes it easy to put spin on the ball) from Yasaka. It is a Hybrid Energy type that uses a hard sponge, suited to the attacking play of hard hitters who drive the ball in forcefully. It comes in Extra thick only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt uses a hard sponge, with a manufacturer-published hardness of 52-57°.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe manufacturer positions this rubber for hard hitters who hit with force.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Yasaka's own rating scale (Mark V = 10), Speed is 11-, Spin is 14+, and Control is 9.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe country of production is Germany. It comes in Extra thick only, and you can choose from two colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who are confident in their swing speed and want to attack with powerful hits\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAdvanced players who want to attack with power using a hard sponge\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros and things to consider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe hard sponge makes it easier to turn strong impact into attacking power.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Yasaka's ratings, spin is also set on the high side at 14+.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAt 52-57° it is hard, and if your swing lacks strength you may not feel much bounce.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe Control rating is 9, so it may be hard to handle for players who have just started.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt comes in Extra thick only. The racket and glue are sold separately.\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\u003eHybrid Energy-type inverted rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpeed\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e11-\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e14+\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eControl\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e9\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSponge hardness\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e52–57°\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\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eExtra thick\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eB-88\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eGermany\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. Can I choose the thickness?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. The manufacturer's specification is Extra thick only, so the thickness cannot be chosen. You can choose from two colors.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. What are the Speed and Spin values based on?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. They are Yasaka's own performance ratings, with 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 Australia and Brazil. It cannot be shipped to the United States. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.\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":67596558696630,"sku":"YSK-B88-23-TA","price":5350.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":67596558729398,"sku":"YSK-B88-90-TA","price":5350.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/71_G9rL7hQL.jpg?v=1791364316","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/yasaka-rakza-z-extra-hard-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"}