Nittaku Flyatt Spin

Nittaku Flyatt Spin – is an inverted table tennis rubber made by the Japanese manufacturer Nittaku, designed for offensive players (OFF), especially those seeking a balance of strong spin and speed. The newest rubber in the Flyatt series, it features a grippy topsheet, medium-hard sponge (~35° JPN, ~42–45° ESN), and Active Charge technology, offering a dynamic hitting feel, high spin, and good control. Suitable for various offensive styles, it stands out with shorter pips that give a firmer feel. Approved by ITTF and JTTA, and made in Japan, it's a great choice for players looking for a versatile, spin-oriented rubber at an affordable price (~$40–50).

Nittaku Flyatt Spin features a construction optimized for spin and dynamics:

• Sponge (medium-hard): Large-pored, medium-hard sponge (~35° JPN, ~42–45° ESN), harder than Flyatt Soft (~30° JPN, ~37–40° ESN), but softer than Flyatt Hard. Offers a strong catapult effect, ensuring speed and dynamics in topspin strokes. Compared to Nittaku Fastarc S-1 (~44°), Flyatt Spin’s sponge is harder but provides longer dwell time, improving control and spin. Sponge thickness: 1.8 mm (OFF-), 2.0 mm (OFF), suitable for offensive styles. Large pores help generate speed even with light contact.

• Topsheet: Grippy, spin-elastic topsheet with shorter, denser pips ensures strong spin and a firmer feel than Flyatt Soft. Grip is stronger than Flyatt Soft but weaker than Nittaku Fastarc G-1 or Factive. Made of high-quality natural rubber, molecularly reinforced, the topsheet bites the ball well, generating strong topspin and backspin. Durability: ~80–120 hours with regular care, lower than Fastarc G-1 (~150–200 hours). Reduced sensitivity to opponent's spin aids in service return.

• Active Charge technology: Nittaku’s patented technology that keeps the rubber and sponge under tension, ensuring a strong ball bite and responsiveness. Provides a medium catapult effect—lower than Fastarc S-1—but sufficient for dynamic topspin and counter-attacks.

• High arc: Flyatt Spin generates a medium-high throw angle, suitable for topspins and loop drives. The arc is lower than Flyatt Soft (highest in series) but higher than Flyatt Hard or Fastarc S-1 (flatter trajectory). Offers safety during spin strokes, especially against backspin.

• Spin sensitivity: Moderately sensitive to opponent’s spin due to its grippy topsheet. Allows easy blocking of topspin shots, but requires technique for returning heavy spin serves.

The rubber weighs ~27 g uncut (2.7 g/cm²), lighter than Fastarc G-1 (~49 g) or Fastarc S-1 (~40–45 g), similar in weight to Flyatt Soft. Available in red and black, compliant with ITTF rules. Recommended to use water-based glue (e.g., Nittaku Fine Glue) and protective film.

Nittaku Flyatt Spin technical ratings:

• Speed: 14.25/20 (~8.0/10, OFF). Medium-high speed, suitable for topspins, loop drives, and counters. Faster than Flyatt Soft (13.00/20), but slower than Fastarc S-1 (15.50/20). In some sources: 8-/10.

• Spin: 12.25/15 (~8.8/10). High spin, ideal for topspins, loop drives, and serves. Higher than Flyatt Soft (10.5/15) or Fastarc S-1 (11.75/15), but lower than Fastarc G-1 (108/120). In some sources: 8+/10.

• Control: 8.5/10. Good control, especially in topspins and short game. Lower than Flyatt Soft (9.5/10), but higher than Flyatt Hard. Suitable for intermediate and advanced players. In some sources: 8/10.

• Sponge hardness: ~35° JPN (~42–45° ESN, medium), harder than Flyatt Soft (~30° JPN).

Trajectory: Medium-high arc, suitable for topspins and loop drives. Users praise its spin, dynamics, and shot feel, but note that control in fast rallies requires technique.

Comparison with other rubbers:

• Nittaku Flyatt Soft: Speed (13.00/20), Spin (10.5/15), Control (9.5/10). Softer (~30° JPN), slower, higher control. Suitable for ALL+ players.

• Nittaku Flyatt Hard: Speed (~14.5), Spin (~11.5), Control (~7.5). Faster, harder, lower control. Suitable for OFF+ players.

• Nittaku Fastarc S-1: Speed (15.50/20), Spin (11.75/15), Control (9.0/10). Fast, flat trajectory. Suitable for OFF- players.

• Yasaka Rakza 7: Speed (~100), Spin (~105), Control (~90). Faster, spinnier, similar control. Suitable for OFF players.

Flyatt Spin stands out for its spin, dynamics, and versatile arc, suitable for offensive players.

Nittaku Flyatt Spin is well-suited for offensive and all-round blades:

• Yasaka Sweden Extra (~$35): All-wood, excellent control, good for OFF- players.

• Yasaka Ma Lin Carbon (~$50): Balanced speed, good for OFF players.

• Nittaku Flyatt Carbon Pro (~$75): Very fast, suitable for OFF+ players.

• Nittaku Violin: Maximizes spin, good for OFF players.

• Butterfly Korbel: Stable, suitable for OFF- players.

All-wood blades (e.g., Yasaka Sweden Extra) enhance control and spin, while carbon blades (e.g., Nittaku Flyatt Carbon Pro) add speed, suiting OFF players. The rubber is suitable for forehand or backhand, especially for intermediate players.

Nittaku Flyatt Spin is aimed at players seeking spin and dynamics:

• For offensive players (OFF), especially intermediate and advanced.

• For spin-based offense, suitable for forehand (topspins, loop drives) or backhand (counters, blocks).

• For close-to-table and mid-distance play: Effective in topspins, loop drives, 3rd-ball attacks, and flicks.

• Service return: Grippy topsheet allows precise return of spin serves with pushes or flicks.

• Blocking: Good control, but requires technique in fast rallies.

• Topspin strokes: Strong spin, easy to lift backspin, good for loop drives.

Rubber performance ratings:

• Topspin: 9.3/10
• Serves: 9.0/10
• Serve return: 8.9/10
• Counters: 8.8/10
• Blocking: 8.5/10
• Smashes: 8.0/10 (limited by control in fast rallies)

• Speed: 14.25/20 (~8.0/10), medium-high, ideal for topspins.
• Spin: 12.25/15 (~8.8/10), high, effective in loops and serves.
• Control: 8.5/10, especially good in topspins.
• Topsheet: Grippy, high spin, shorter pips. (35 JPN), strong catapult effect.
• Sponge: Medium-hard (35 JPN), strong catapult effect.

• Dynamics: Large pores allow speed even with light contact.

• Active Charge tech: Strong ball bite, dynamic play.

• Control: Limited in fast rallies, less than Flyatt Soft.
• Spin: Lower than Fastarc G-1 or Tenergy 05.
• Technique required for optimal results in high-speed play.