Yasaka Spinate Short Pips Rubber

An attacking short pips rubber whose horizontal pip layout and tension aim for both spin and bounce

A tension-type (a type with tension applied to raise its rebound) short pips rubber (a rubber whose pips face outward), designed with an emphasis on attack. It adopts "STS", which is meant to increase the ability to put spin on the ball, and a horizontal pip layout (pips lined up sideways). It suits players who want to use both smashes and drives.

Features

• It uses "STS" (Spin Tension System), a mechanism meant to increase the ability to put spin on the ball.
• The pips are lined up horizontally, a construction that makes it easier to put spin on the ball. Being a tension-type, it also has bounce.
• On Yasaka's own rating scale (Mark V = 10): Speed 9+, Spin 9, Control 9+.
• Sponge hardness is 37–42° (as published by Yasaka). Three thicknesses are offered, from Medium-thick to Extra thick. Made in Germany.

Recommended for

• Fast-attack players who play close to the table and want to use both smashes and drives with short pips
• Anyone looking for an offensive short pips rubber that can put spin on the ball
• Players with an unorthodox attack-and-defense style who want an offensive short pips rubber on one side

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• On Yasaka's own ratings, Speed 9+, Spin 9 and Control 9+ are evenly balanced, with no lopsided figure.
• The horizontal pips and STS make it easier to put spin on the ball, even with short pips.

Things to consider

• Only Medium-thick, Thick and Extra thick are offered, so it is not for players who want a thinner sponge.
• If you are switching from an inverted rubber, it takes practice to get used to the feel at impact.

Specifications

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

FAQ

Q. What is STS?

A. It stands for Spin Tension System, a mechanism adopted in this rubber to increase its ability to put spin on the ball.

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.