Yasaka Rakza 9 is a high-quality offensive table tennis rubber developed by the Japanese manufacturer Yasaka, specifically designed for technical attackers who rely on fast attacks, precise shot placement, and strong spin. ITTF-approved, this rubber features a Hybrid Energy technology base combined with a medium-hard (~42.5°) Tensor sponge, ensuring explosive speed and excellent ball "grip." Available in 2.0 mm or max thickness, Yasaka Rakza 9 boasts high speed (91/100, ~11.4/20), strong spin (85/100, ~10.6/20), and good control (60/100, ~7.5/20), making it an ideal choice for aggressive loop drives, counterattacks, and technical offensive play. The rubber stands out with its low, straight trajectory, a newly developed natural rubber topsheet, and a homogeneous sponge with larger pores, making it suitable for players seeking speed and precision. Yasaka Rakza 9 is speed, spin, and technical attacking!

Key Features:

• Rubber Type: Inverted (Pimples In)

• Sponge Hardness: Medium (~42.5°)

• Sponge Thickness: 2.0 mm, Max

• Speed: 91/100 (~11.4/20 on the general scale)

• Control: 60/100 (~7.5/20 on the general scale)

• Spin: 85/100 (~10.6/20 on the general scale)

• Topsheet Properties: Hybrid Energy technology, high grip, deep ball "grip," low and straight trajectory

• Technologies: Hybrid Energy, Tensor

• Color: Red, Black (top sheet)

• Country of Origin: Japan

• Certifications: ITTF-approved

• Suitability: Aggressive attacking play, loop drives, counterattacks, flat hits, technical play close to the table and from mid-distance

Yasaka Rakza 9 stands out with its fast construction, strong spin, and low trajectory, making it ideal for technical attackers seeking speed and precision:

• Topsheet Composition: Hybrid Energy technology, based on a newly developed natural rubber formula, ensures high grip and deep ball "grip," allowing for strong spin during loops and serves. The topsheet is optimized for fast, direct shots, ensuring accuracy and pressure on the opponent. Compared to Yasaka Rakza 7 (~42.5° sponge, ~10.5/20 speed), Rakza 9 offers higher speed (~11.4/20), similar spin (~10.6/20 vs. ~10.5/20), and slightly less control (~7.5/20 vs. ~8.0/20).

• Sponge: A medium-hard (~42.5°) Tensor sponge, made from a homogeneous material with larger pores, provides an explosive catapult effect and clear shot feedback, ideal for fast counterattacks and flat hits. Compared to Yasaka Rakza X Soft (~42.5° sponge, ~10.5/20 speed), Rakza 9 has a sponge of similar hardness but offers higher speed (~11.4/20 vs. ~10.5/20) and less control (~7.5/20 vs. ~9.3/20). Compared to XIOM Vega Asia (~47.5° sponge, ~16.3/20 speed), Rakza 9 provides less speed but similar spin and a lower trajectory.

• Hybrid Energy Technology: This technology combines high topsheet grip with a reactive sponge, ensuring fast ball response and strong spin. The low trajectory facilitates direct, fast shots, reducing arc height and increasing pressure on the opponent. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05 (~36° sponge, ~15.0/20 spin), Rakza 9 offers less spin but higher speed (~11.4/20 vs. ~14.0/20) and a lower trajectory.

• Spin and Trajectory: The Hybrid Energy topsheet and Tensor sponge ensure a low, straight arc trajectory (8.8/10), facilitating fast topspin shots, loops, and flat hits. The rubber responds effectively to backspin balls but requires precise technique in opening shots due to the lower trajectory. Compared to Yasaka Rakza X Soft (9.5/10 trajectory), Rakza 9 has a lower trajectory, making it suitable for faster, direct attacks. Compared to DHS Hurricane 3 Neo (~15.5/20 spin), Rakza 9 provides less spin but higher speed and easier control.

• Control: Thanks to the medium-hard sponge and Hybrid Energy technology, the rubber offers good control, especially during fast topspin shots, counterattacks, and flat hits. Compared to Yasaka Rakza 7 (~8.0/20 control), Rakza 9 provides slightly less control (~7.5/20) but higher speed and more precise shot placement.

Technical Indicators and Playing Characteristics:

• Speed (91/100, ~11.4/20): Yasaka Rakza 9 is a fast rubber suitable for topspin shots, loop drives, counterattacks, and flat hits close to the table or from mid-distance. The Tensor sponge ensures an explosive catapult effect, enabling fast, direct shots. Compared to Yasaka Rakza 7 (~10.5/20 speed), Rakza 9 is faster. Compared to Nittaku Fastarc G-1 (~13.9/20 speed), the speed is lower, but control and spin remain competitive.

• Control (60/100, ~7.5/20): Hybrid Energy technology and the medium-hard sponge ensure good control, especially during fast topspin shots, counterattacks, and flat hits. Compared to Yasaka Rakza X Soft (~9.3/20 control), Rakza 9 offers less control but higher speed and a lower trajectory. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05 (~12.0/20 control), control is lower, but speed and accuracy are higher.

• Spin (85/100, ~10.6/20): The Hybrid Energy topsheet generates strong spin, especially during topspin shots and serves, with good ball "grip." Compared to XIOM Vega X (~16.1/20 spin), spin is lower, but speed and trajectory are better suited for fast attacks. Compared to DHS Hurricane 3 Neo (~15.5/20 spin), spin is lower, but control is easier and speed is higher.

• Trajectory (8.8/10): A low, straight arc trajectory facilitates fast topspin shots, loop drives, and flat hits. Compared to Yasaka Rakza X (~9.0/10 trajectory), the trajectory is lower, making it suitable for direct attacks. When blocking, the trajectory is stable, suitable for active blocks.

• Sponge Thickness: 2.0 mm is suitable for players seeking balanced speed and control, while max thickness enhances the catapult effect, ideal for aggressive shots.

Playing Aspects:

• Topspin Shots (9.3/10): The rubber is highly effective for topspin and loop drives, especially forehand shots, due to Hybrid Energy technology and the Tensor sponge, ensuring strong spin and fast trajectory. Suitable for technical attackers seeking precision.

• Blocking (9.2/10): Effective in blocking topspin shots close to the table, especially on the forehand side, due to the stability of the medium-hard sponge and Hybrid Energy precision.

• Pressure Push (9.0/10): Allows precise pushes against backspin or dead balls, but requires accurate technique due to the lower trajectory.

• Counterattacks (9.6/10): Highly effective for fast counterattacks close to the table or from mid-distance, especially due to the Tensor sponge's catapult effect and Hybrid Energy precision.

• Attacking Smashes (9.5/10): Very effective for flat hits, generating fast and precise trajectories with great power, suitable for aggressive attackers.

• Serves and Receives (9.2/10): Allows precise control of serves, especially with the Hybrid Energy topsheet, and is effective in passive (9.2/10) and active (9.1/10) receives due to balanced spin and speed.

• Flick Shots (9.3/10): Banana flicks are easy to execute due to the Hybrid Energy topsheet and medium-hard sponge, ensuring accuracy and sufficient spin.

Compatibility with Blades:

Yasaka Rakza 9 pairs well with fast blades that complement its speed, spin, and low trajectory:

• Nittaku Eto 2025 Snake (~13.0/20 speed, OFF+): Enhances the rubber's speed and spin, ideal for forehand attackers.

• Donic Skachkov Carbospeed (~13.1/20 speed, OFF+): Complements the rubber's explosive power, suitable for intense forehand topspin shots.

• DHS Q968 Hurricane King National (~12.9/20 speed, OFF+): Provides an excellent balance of speed and spin, suitable for forehand play.

• Butterfly Zhang Jike ALC (~12.8/20 speed, OFF+): Enhances the rubber's speed and spin, suitable for aggressive players.

• Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive (~11.5/20 speed, OFF): Boosts the rubber's speed and precision, suitable for technical attackers.

It is recommended to use Rakza 9 2.0 mm on the forehand side with fast blades (e.g., Butterfly Zhang Jike ALC) or max thickness on the forehand side with all-round blades (e.g., Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive) to maintain racket balance and maximize speed potential.

Additional Information:

Yasaka Rakza 9 is the latest addition to the Rakza series, developed with Hybrid Energy technology, integrating a newly developed natural rubber topsheet and a homogeneous sponge with larger pores, ensuring speed and durability. Compared to Yasaka Rakza 7, Rakza 9 offers higher speed (~11.4/20 vs. ~10.5/20), similar spin (~10.6/20 vs. ~10.5/20), and a lower trajectory, making it better suited for faster, direct attacks. Compared to XIOM Vega Asia (~16.3/20 speed, ~12.5/20 spin), Rakza 9 provides less speed but similar spin and a lower trajectory, making it more suitable for technical players.

Users highlight the rubber's "explosive speed," "clear shot feedback," and "precise trajectory," but note that the low trajectory and slightly lower control require strong technique. The rubber is durable and offers excellent value for money, making it a popular choice among technical attackers.

It is recommended to clean the surface regularly with a specialized cleaner (e.g., Yasaka Rubber Cleaner) and use a protective film to prevent damage. ITTF-approved, Yasaka Rakza 9 is suitable for high-level competitions and is ideal for players seeking a fast rubber with strong spin and technical attacking capabilities.

Who is Yasaka Rakza 9 For?

Yasaka Rakza 9 is designed for players seeking speed, spin, and technical attacking play:

• Advanced and intermediate players: Looking for a fast rubber with strong spin, especially for the forehand.

• Technical attackers: Emphasizing fast topspin shots, loop drives, counterattacks, and flat hits.

• Close-to-table and mid-distance play: Effective for topspin shots, counterattacks, and flat hits.

• Serves and receives: Allows precise control of serves (9.2/10) and is effective in passive (9.2/10) and active (9.1/10) receives.

• Players seeking a low trajectory: Optimal for those who want fast, direct shots with precise placement.

Advantages of Yasaka Rakza 9:

• Speed (11.4/20): High speed, suitable for topspin shots, loop drives, counterattacks, and flat hits.

• Control (7.5/20): Good control, especially during fast topspin shots, counterattacks, and flat hits.

• Spin (10.6/20): Strong spin, especially during topspin shots and serves.

• Trajectory (8.8/10): Low, straight arc trajectory, facilitating fast shots and counterattacks.

• Hybrid Energy Technology: Combines high grip and a reactive sponge, ensuring speed and spin.

• Tensor Sponge: Provides an explosive catapult effect and clear shot feedback.

• Durability: The homogeneous sponge with larger pores ensures long lifespan.

• High Quality: ITTF-approved, suitable for high-level competitions.

Compared to Yasaka Rakza 7, Rakza 9 offers higher speed and a lower trajectory, making it better for faster, direct attacks. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05, it provides less spin but higher speed and a lower trajectory, facilitating direct shots.

Yasaka Rakza 9 is ITTF-approved, suitable for high-level competitions, and ideal for players emphasizing speed, spin, and technical attacking play. Its Hybrid Energy and Tensor technologies ensure exceptional performance and feel. Yasaka Rakza 9 is speed, spin, and technical attacking!

Yasaka Rakza 9

Yasaka Rakza 9

Yasaka Rakza 9