{"product_id":"yasaka-xtend-hs-rubber","title":"Yasaka XTEND HS Rubber","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA speed-type XTEND with a firmer sponge for higher rebound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eA version of the \"XTEND\" with a firmer sponge. The XTEND is a tension-type (a type with tension applied to raise its bounce) inverted rubber (a rubber with a flat surface that makes it easy to put spin on the ball). The rebound is higher, and it suits players who want to attack with smashes and drives that carry straight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe XTEND's sponge is switched to a hard type, raising rebound.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLike the base XTEND, it is designed with ease of handling in mind.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Yasaka's own rating scale (Mark V = 10): Speed 12+, Spin 11+, Control 7+.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSponge hardness is 40–45° (as published by Yasaka). Three thicknesses are offered, from Medium-thick to Extra thick. Made in Germany.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want to score with smashes and fast drives\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want more bounce while keeping the usability of the XTEND\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers whose main style is driving who want to finish rallies with fast attacks\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros and things to consider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eSpeed is 12+ (Yasaka's own rating), above the Mark V baseline (10).\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt has rebound suited to attacks that go for the point.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eControl is a modest 7+ (Yasaka's own rating), and it may take time to get used to the bounce.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThree thicknesses from Medium-thick up are offered, so it is not for players who want a thinner sponge.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSome color and thickness combinations are not offered. Please check the option selector on this page.\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\u003eTension-type inverted rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpeed\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e12+\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e11+\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eControl\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e7+\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\u003eThickness options\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMedium-thick \/ Thick \/ Extra thick\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eB-71\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. How does it differ from the XTEND?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. It uses a firm type of sponge (hard sponge) to raise rebound. On Yasaka's own ratings, Speed is 12+.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. What are the 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 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 \/ Extra thick","offer_id":67596556566710,"sku":"YSK-B71-23-TA","price":4310.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Medium-thick","offer_id":67596556599478,"sku":"YSK-B71-90-CA","price":4310.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Thick","offer_id":67596556632246,"sku":"YSK-B71-90-A","price":4310.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Extra thick","offer_id":67596556665014,"sku":"YSK-B71-90-TA","price":4310.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/71f4DhdMu6L.jpg?v=1791364294","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/yasaka-xtend-hs-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"}