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ENG THE RIGHT FEEL

FEEL OF THE RUBBER

Yasaka is a pioneer when it comes to rub- bers. Japanese precision and determination, combined with the latest manufacturing methods are the basis for Yasaka’s longstanding position as a leading rubber supplier. The Yasaka range includes 42 different rubbers (models and sponge thicknesses) to choose from. All are available with a red or black top sheet. • Many players can develop their game by having diffe- rent rubbers on each side of the racket. • Your racket can be tailor made by having the same family of rubber but with a different thickness and/or photo Cia Silver, Hammarby Pingis hardness of the sponge. • Choosing two rubbers with different characteristics (e.g. spin and speed) makes it harder for the opponent to return the ball.

THE BLADE – THE HEART OF THE RACKET

To manufacture table tennis blades of high quality is an art that requires real knowledge and experience. Different veneers will work together in an optimal Hirosi Yaoita way, and the treatment of the different materials must maintain or enhance the original characteris- tics. Mr. Hirosi Yaoita, Yasaka’s founder, was a table tennis In the Yasaka range of blades there are models player and coach. When starting his company, his that fit the international elite player as well as the vision was to help tennis players to improve their play youngest player in early development. In this cata- and have the greatest enjoyment in their sport. The logue, you will receive information about 24 diffe- rent blades, all of the highest quality and made in goal was to provide table tennis players of every level Sweden. with equipment that has the best playing characteristics and highest quality. Mr. Yaoita’s vision still permeates In Yasaka’s factory in Tranås, several of the blade technicians have 30 years of production experience. Working together, they have both the Yasaka Company and its employees. forged a unique understanding of the development and production of blades with perfect playing characteristics.

1947 1970’s 1993 2008 2010 2012 2014

YASAKA Co. Ltd. was founded In 1969 Yasaka revolutionised In the early 1990s YASAKA At the 2008 Olympics, in 1947 by Mr Yaoita and table tennis rubber technology began producing blades in won gold in both the The best playing characteristics, Mr Sakamoto who gave the introducing MARK V. Winning Tranås, Sweden. It was a na- men’s singles and team events. combined with exclusive design name of the company (YAoita the men’s singles titles in the tural decision; there was both Ma Lin is the only male player After years of development, Yasaka are the hallmarks of the Silver line Yasaka’s new rubber method + SAKAmoto). Today Mr. 1970 European Championships the experience and know- who has won Olympic gold introduced RAKZA 7 in the spring of blades. The blade production team NSS (New Surface System) is Yaoita’s son Takashi Yaoita and 1971 World Champion- ledge. For many years YASAKA medals in men’s singles, men’s 2010, the first rubber with “Hybrid in Tranås, Sweden enlisted the help introduced with the launch of is the director and principal ships, success for MARK V was has had close collaboration doubles and team. His 4 World Energy” technology, which quickly of Italian designers and in autumn RAKZA X. ★★★ shareholder of Yasaka Co. proven. Since then MARK V has with top Swedish players and Cup titles are also unmatched. became highly regarded for its accu- 2012, the first two models, ALL The cell-free Yasaka 40+ with headquarters in Tokyo, been continuously developed coaches. In 1993 a new line of Even as a young boy Ma Lin chose rate playing qualities. WOOD SILVER and SILVER CARBON ball is ready for the market in Japan. and Yasaka MARK V is probably quality blades was introduced, Yasaka equipment. Throughout Soon, RAKZA 7 Soft was introduced were introduced. The next model the end of 2014. the most well-known table ten- including the EXTRA-blade, his career Ma Lin has played with and the next version of the series is in the series is now in develop- nis product on the market. still a best seller today. Yasaka products, a choice he has RAKZA 9. ment. never regretted. Power Wood TECHNOLOGY by

EXTRA OFFENSIVE 7 POWER EXTRA SPECIAL

In the last few years Yasaka’s EXTRA OFFENSIVE blade has Several top players prefer the pure wooden blade construction, been a big success, appreciated by players all over the world. appreciating the special feel of pure wood. With experience from the famous EXTRA OFFENSIVE blade EXTRA SPECIAL is a 7-ply construction suitable for aggressive Yasaka has developed a 7-ply blade, aimed for players close-to-the-table players. In EXTRA SPECIAL Yasaka’s experi- demanding a super offensive weapon. enced wood specialists combine harder inner veneers with a The very hard outer veneer is combined with a medium hard slightly softer middle veneer to get the right power without second veneer and a thin and very light layer of carbon. The vibration. middle veneer is selected and finished to be perfect in hardness In addition the surface veneers are thin, selected hard walnut SILVER 9 WOOD and thickness. The gluing and pressing process is developed to veneers, making the blade faster. The big sweet spot (hitting improve the balance between the speed and control character- area with maximum control) helps to control the game. With the 9 WOOD Yasaka introduces the fastest blade in the Silver Line series. The construction of this 9-ply blade is: istics. Lacquered. Lacquered. 3 hard centre veneers which are glued together to give a powerful core to the blade. Covering the core there are two harder and thinner red wooden veneers, one on each side of the core. The outer silver/red veneers are hard thanks to a specialised process employing high pressure. The second veneer used is a thin medium soft veneer. Thanks to the selection of veneers and the 8 layers of glue the Silver Line 9 WOOD has a large sweet spot and is suitable for hard attacking players. Lacquered.

GALAXYA GALAXYA CARBON SILVER ALL WOOD SILVER CARBON The new Yasaka SILVER ALL WOOD is a high tech Many carbon blades are very fast, and The Yasaka blade GALAXYA has been developed by After the successful launch of GALAXYA Yasaka’s factory began allround blade with a unique and attractive design. sometimes difficult to handle. In the new Yasaka Japanese players in close collaboration with Yasaka’s Swedish building on the same concept, but trying to make an even faster SILVER CARBON we use 2 thin carbon layers and glue them The outer veneer of ALL WOOD is very hard thanks to a blade factory. The players greatest desire was to have a fast blade. It was natural to use carbon fibre to make the blade to the wooden veneers with a gluing method developed to special process with employing high pressure. The hard outer and powerful blade, suitable for challenging the ultimate offen- even faster. After many tests with various combinations, we keep the control characteristics. veneers increase the size of the sweet spot (hitting area with sive game. found the best design. The two layers of carbon fibre combined maximum control). The hard outer veneers in combination with the carbon layers The result is a seven layer blade, the inner veneers having a with the three wooden middle layers improve the speed charac- make the size of the sweet spot (hitting area with maximum The middle veneer (the core) is a carefully selected medium unique blend of precisely combined thicknesses to give the basic teristics. The two outer veneers are medium soft, especially cho- control) very large. density wood, slightly thicker than for traditional allround power characteristics. The outer veneers are medium soft, specif- sen to add better ball feel to the blade. blades. It gives a really good ball feel, and together with the With the SILVER CARBON technical players have a weapon ically chosen to add better ball feel characteristics to the GALAXYA CARBON comes with a thin double lacquered sur- hard outer veneers also enough power for attacking play. useful for both own attacking play and fast, controlled, coun- GALAXYA. face and attractive print design. ter blockings. In order to further distinguish this product from other allround The GALAXYA comes with a thin double lacquered surface blades, we have developed the design to match the high The SILVER CARBON is the blade for those who want only and attractive print design. tech image. Lacquered. the best in technology and materials. Lacquered. What determines the characteristics Ma Lin OF A GOOD BLADE? Ma Lin is the only men player who has won the Olympic gold medals in men’s singles, men’s doubles and team. During all his career Ma Lin has played Yasaka, a choice he never regretted.

The International Table Tennis Federations regulations for blades say that the blade must con tain at least 85% wood, and up to When producing the plywood for a blade, veneers (thin slices) of both different kinds of wood and thicknesses are used. The veneers are glued together in care- 15% can be other fibres (for - example carbon fibres, glass fibres, fully chosen combinations and numbers, depending on the characteristics we are looking for. special papers etc.).

To select the right quality of wood, which type of veneer and to know the exact thickness of the different veneers is half of the secret behind the blade quality. Knowledge about the gluing process, the drying process and finishing work is the other half.

Speed Control Sweet-spot Laquered No. of layers Choose the Silverline 9 Wood 19 14 SuperLarge X 9 Silverline All Wood 14 18 Large X 5 right blade! Silverline Carbon 18+ 15 XLarge X 5+2 Ma Lin Soft Carbon 18 15+ Large X 5+2  A higher number of veneers Ma Lin Extra Offensive 18 15 Large X 5 in a blade give a faster Ma Lin Carbon 18+ 15 XLarge X 5+2 blade. Galaxya 19 14 XLarge X 7  Incorporating carbon fibres Galaxya Carbon 20 13+ SuperLarge X 7+2 in the plywood improves the Extra Offensive 7 Power 19+ 13 SuperLarge X 5+2 torsional strength and the Extra Special 19 13 XLarge X 7 blade can be faster without Extra 15 17 Medium 5 increasing the weight too much. Extra 3D 15+ 17 Medium 5 Allround Plus 14 18 Medium X 5 A harder outer veneer gives  Maxwood 19 13 XLarge X 7 a faster blade, with lower arc, but a softer outer veneer Max Carbon 3D 20 13 SuperLarge X 7+2 improves the control charac- Dynamix 19+ 13+ SuperLarge X 11+6 MA LIN MA LIN MA LIN teristics (feeling). Sweden Classic 13 18 Medium X 5 SOFT CARBON EXTRA OFFENSIVE CARBON 2040 12 18 Medium 5  In some of the Yasaka bla- des, balsa wood, a very light Sweden Defensive 11 19 Medium X 5 Ma Lin SOFT CARBON has the same outer Ma Lin EXTRA OFFENSIVE is a fast 5-ply Due to a selection of the wooden veneers wood is used. The “balsa Balsa 16 16+ Medium X 5+2 veneer as the famous EXTRA blade. blade developed in cooperation with and carbon together with the very speciali- blades” have special charac- Battle Balsa 16+ 16 Medium X 5 Its medium soft characteristics is appreciated Ma Lin. The very hard outer veneers are zed gluing method between the wood and teristics, much appreciated by players who want increased ball feel. combined with selected Scandinavian the carbon material – Yasaka has succee- by certain players. Two very thin carbon fibre layers are used pine veneers to give the blade power. The ded in creating a blade which combines the to improve the speed and enlarge the sweet- thick, medium soft center veneer helps to characteristics of both speed and a good Explanations: Speed: 20 = maximum Control: 20 = maximum spot. Together with the thicker wooden mid- give the blade the very good ball feel, ball feel. Relatively thin construction, but Sweet-spot: the size of the hitting spot with sustained ball control dle veneer it gives good power. appreciated by technical offensive players. without vibrations and a large sweetspot. BATTLE BALSA To be able to produce Several players appreciate blades including the balsa material, because of the low weight, but also because of the special feel table tennis blades of the in the ball touch. However, some players find traditional balsa- highest quality you need blades too slow. years of experience and a In the BATTLE BALSA Yasaka has combined the best balsa deep knowledge. The quality with Scandinavian pine to produce a faster blade, but Yasaka plant in Sweden still with a low weight. The special feeling of a “self playing BALSA blade” is of course still there. 5 wooden veneers. Lacquered. has that knowledge. For players looking for the ultimate light blade. Yasaka BALSA has a thick center veneer, reinforced with synthetic fibres and a hard outer veneer. Totally 5 wooden veneers and 2 synthetic fibre layers. Lacquered.

EXTRA MAX WOOD 2040 SWEDEN CLASSIC

The optimum combination between power and feeling. The A 7-ply combination including 2 harder veneers. Powerful, A quality allround blade with a slightly thinner handle. Typical Unsurpassed ball feeling and superb control gives a perfect harder inner veneers in very precise cut and the special aimed for the player that is looking for maximum speed in the allround characteristics suitable for younger players. 5 wooden blade for players that can mix technical attack near the table medium soft surface veneer is considered among top players attack and blocking. 7 wooden veneers. Lacquered. veneers. and top spin play short distance from the table. 5 wooden to give the best feeling. One of the best selling blades in the veneers. Lacquered. World. 5 wooden veneers.

ALLROUND PLUS

EXTRA 3D MAX CARBON 3D Yasaka ALLROUND PLUS is a 5-ply construction with slightly harder veneers next to the surface, to get more speed. Suitable for the technical allround player who can vary the game. The 3D construction gives more flexibility in the blade, helps to 7 wooden veneers and two carbon layers in combination with 5 wooden veneers. Lacquered. make the bat giving a “catapult power” when hitting the ball. the Yasaka 3D technique results in a powerful blade with a Since several years Yasaka EXTRA 3D is a “big seller” in many large sweet spot. Lacquered. countries. 5 wooden veneers.

DYNAMIX SWEDEN DEFENSIVE

DYNAMIX 17 is a state of the art product, both in construction Most defensive players are looking for optimal soft touch of as well as in speed characteristics. 11 wooden veneers combi- the ball combined with exceptional feeling and control. ned with 6 layers of carbon- och synthetic fibres results in maxi- Yasaka’s SWEDEN DEFENSIVE is designed to meet that mum speed and an extremely large sweet spot. Lacquered. demand. Fractionally softer outer veneers and a slightly enlar- ged head in comparison to traditional blades, give the SWEDEN DEFENSIVE it’s unique characteristics. 5 wooden veneers. Lacquered. RAKZA 9 Following the success of RAKZA 7, the Yasaka development team worked hard to produce a faster rubber. The result is RAKZA 9. The improved speed characteristics are derived from: • A modified formula combination for the surface rubber • The sponge of RAKZA 9 has slightly larger pores and has a more homogenous structure Rakza 9 is the fastest of Yasaka’s Hybrid Energy rubbers and suitable for very offensive players. RAKZA 7 YASAKA developed RAKZA 7 using mainly natural rubber gum for the top sheet. This improves the level of grip and the power of spin drastically. The size and geometry of the pimples RAKZA X are designed to give a good balance RAKZA X is the latest addition to the highly successful between speed and spin. The surface Rakza series of Yasaka rubbers. The top sheet is a rubber is combined with Yasaka’s mainly natural rubber gum, employing a new produc- “Power Sponge”, enabling huge elas- tion method. ticity. Together they work in perfect The result is a top surface with exceptional grip ena- synergy, producing the Hybrid Energy bling both phenomenal spin and speed. These quali- ties reduce the margin for error. This top sheet is then rubber RAKZA 7. combined with a harder “Power Sponge”. The result- When the player hits the ball hard, the ing combination of a faster sponge and high grip top rubber “grips” the ball and the stroke can be sheet enables you to place the ball accurately with a high degree of success. used to place the ball accurately, both in direction Serves and short returns are both very sharp, similar and length. The serve and short returns are very sharp to the RAKZA 7 and RAKZA 9. and easy to handle. RAKZA X – yet another winning combina- Thanks to the higher proportion of natural gum the life tion from Yasaka! expectancy of the rubber has increased.

RAKZA X is the first rubber with NSS (New Surface System), Yasaka’s new production process to improve the grip of the rubber surface. NSS gives a stronger ”touch” when hitting the ball, and the control in both attack and blocking is improved.

CHOOSE YOUR OWN RAKZA RUBBER! A top class table tennis rubber is a high tech Yasaka´s rubber technicians have product. The quality and characteristics of the outer developed the optimum geometry sheet and the sponge are important for the rubbers RAKZA X – GRIP priority (shape) of the pimples in order to performance. But also the conjunction between RAKZA 9 – SPEED priority achieve the best balance between speed the two parts is important to reach the final result. and spin. ”Power Sponge” is a sponge With the Yasaka HYBRID ENERGY SYSTEM these RAKZA 7 – SPIN priority with more springiness and elasticity. two parts work in perfect synergy. RAKZA 7 Soft – FEEL priority MARK V HPS

Yasaka’s rubber technicians have been at the forefront of taking the “the big steps” in the development of table tennis rubbers. When the ITTF banned the use of speed glue and also the use of booster Yasaka started intensive development work. The challenge was to produce “a new MARK V” – a rubber with the exact balance between speed and spin, as well as the famous quality and durability. In addition, “fresh glue” characteristics were to be incorporated. To uphold the MARK V name, demand for quality has been very strict.

The result is a completely new formula for the sponge – combined with the top sheet of MARK V.

MARK V HPS is a “top of the range” fast table tennis rubber and gives you all the characteristics required for advanced offensive play. MARK V HPS comes in two different versions:

MARK V HPS is the result of the latest Japanese rubber MARK V HPS MARK V HPS Soft technology. With medium hard sponge, Slightly softer sponge, suitable The HPS technology gives: suitable for aggressive play for offensive allround players. • improved dynamics in the sponge close to the table. 2.0 mm or Max. 2.0 mm or Max. • more speed and spin, without higher weight

MARK V ”Classic” The perfect balance between speed, spin and control for both the offensive player and the allround player, depending on the sponge thickness chosen. MARK V “Classic” is available with the sponge thicknesses 1.0 mm, 1.5 mm, 1.8 mm, 2.0 mm and Max (around 2.3 mm).

MARK V – superior quality & durability Yasaka MARK V, probably the most well-known product in table tennis, has helped players to win tournaments all over the World. MARK V represents not only the very best playing characteristics but also an unsurpassed consistency of product. The secrets behind the perfectly balanced playing MARK V GPS MARK V 30 MARK V XS MARK V M2 characteristics are the mixture between synthetic rubber and natural rubber, the geometry (shape) of the pimples and the very high standards demanded during the production process in the factory The same top rubber sheet Extremely soft sponge A different rubber mixture Sharper spin and faster, in Tokyo. In addition, the very special Mark V sponge has extremely small tolerances for the as MARK V ”Classic” but for improved control in the top sheet and an due to harder outer sheet differences in hardness and dynamic. with slightly softer sponge, characteristics. improved production pro- and sponge. giving improved spin and cess (D.A.T. = Double A large number of players from all continents have, with the use of MARK V, developed their playing control characteristics, but Acceleration Technology) technique and appreciate the consistent playing characteristics during the rubber’s long playing life. less speed. gives MARK V XS more spin but still good speed characteristics. MONO For one bat

PRYDE is a rubber series with the POWER TENSION rubber PRYDE 40 PRYDE 30 SOLA For two bats technology of Yasaka. The technology gives increased speed, Perfect for offensive play with The softest rubber in the PRYDE a smart sound and fantastic playing characteristics. maximum spin close to the table series, for players looking for LIMA For one bat PRYDE comes in two different versions. as well as a bit from the table. maximum sound. NOKA Backpack 32x48xx22 cm ROMO For two bats The sponge is medium-soft.

PADO For one bat, with ball pocket

ZETTO For one bat, with ball pocket ORIGINAL EXTRA HG ANTIPOWER PHANTOM RAKZA PO LUNA For two bats SAKA For one bat, with ball pocket Suitable for modern methods A rubber which neutralizes the Yasaka PHANTOM is a long With RAKZA PO Yasaka devel- of playing, enabling players to spin thanks to the low friction pimples rubber with pimples oped a short pimples out rubber vary their attack and defence as and the moderation qualities that will prove to be a deadly with increased spin capacity, required with a great variety of of the outer rubber. weapon for any defensive player. due to the shape of the pimples spin and power. ORIGINAL ANTIPOWER is best used by PHANTOM is available with geometry and the use of more XHG offers a very good value offensive combi players and sponge (0011) or without natural gum in the top sheet. for the money. goes well with a spin rubber. sponge (0012).

Sponge- Sponge Inbuilt Dura- Playing thicknesses, mm hardness* effect bility** characteristics Mark V HPS 2.0, Max 4 Yes 4 speed/spin Mark V HPS Soft 2.0, Max 3 Yes 4 spin/speed

Mark V 1.0, 1.5, 1.8, 2.0, Max 4 No 5+ balance MIRA Bag, 42x14x31 cm Mark V GPS 1.8, 2.0, Max 3 No 5 spin/control PRO ROLLER 55 x 40 x 25 cm LAGO Medium sized bag 60x33x31 cm Mark V 30 2.0, Max 2+ No 4 control Mark V M2 2.0, Max 5 No 4 speed Roller bag with very stable construction. 2 zipped outer compartments. Mark V XS 2.0, Max 4 No 4 spin Original XHG 1.6, 2.1 3+ No 5 balance Rakza X 1.8, 2.0, Max 4+ Yes 4 grip/speed Rakza 9 1.8, 2.0, Max 4+ Yes 4 speed/spin Rakza 7 1.8, 2.0, Max 4+ Yes 4 spin/speed Rakza 7 Soft 1.8, 2.0, Max 3 Yes 4 spin/control Pryde 40 2.0, Max 3+ Yes 3 spin/control Pryde 30 1.8, 2.0, Max 2+ Yes 3 control/spin Rakza PO 2.0, Max 4 Yes 4 speed/spin Antipower 2.0 3+ No 4 disturbance/control Phantom 0011 1.0 3+ No 4 disturbance/control Phantom 0012 No sponge – No 4 disturbance/control Mattias Karlsson, European silvermedallist in Men’s MITO Medium sized bag 61x34x28 cm OTARA Big bag 70x34x28 cm doubles 2012 plays with Rakza PO and Rakza 9

Explanations: * Sponge hardness: 5 = hard, 1 = soft ** Durability of the rubber: 5 = long, 1 = short LYNX The new Yasaka shirt LYNX is made of Micro Dryfit ”Bird Eye”, a soft, comfortable and breathable material. LYNX is available in 2 different colour combinations. LEO Sizes XXXS – XXXL The new Yasaka shirt LEO is made of Micro Dryfit ”Bird Eye”, a soft, comfortable and breathable material. LEO is available in 2 different colour combinations. Sizes XXXS – XXXL

ORION High quality tracksuit in “Dobby Dry Fit” breathable material (100% polyester). Jacket with straight waist- band and adjustable draw coed. Trousers with angled zip openings. Inner mesh lining. Avaliable in two different colour combinations. Sizes: XXXS – 4XL

FLASH The Yasaka FLASH shirt is made of moisture transportable functional fibre, 100 % polyester, woven with the special BATTLE Jacquard method. The Jacquard method gives a highly Table tennis shorts in the right length and cutting – comfortable feeling and a stretch function. 65% polyester, 35% bomull. Available in black and navy FLASH is available in 3 different colour combinations. with decorative piping in white. Also in black with piping in red. Two side pockets. Sizes: XXXS – 4XL Sizes: XXXS – XXXL Table tennis ball CHOOSE THE RIGHT BALL! A table tennis ball has a hard life. Players hit as hard as they can, with faster and faster bats. The speed of the ball DEVELOPMENT can be more than 100 km per hour, and within a 10th of a second the direction of the ball is reversed. In addition, the rotation of the ball is very high and the direction of Historically table tennis balls have always been manufactured the rotation is changing very quickly. using celluloid, an excellent material producing good playing To have the best ball for competition and practise and characteristics. However, around two years ago the at the same time considering economy and value it is International Table Tennis Federation encouraged table tennis YASAKA ★ important that you choose the right ball. manufacturers to produce a ball utilising plastic materials, Yasaka balls are available in three different qualities: rather than celluloid. YASAKA ★★★ After a long development period Yasaka now proudly present Yasaka ★★★ the YASAKA ★★★ 40+, a cell-free competition ball of the ITTF approved 40 mm ball for competition play. White or highest quality. orange. Available in 3 balls per box or boxes of 144. Please note that both the cell-free ★★★ ball and the traditional celluloid ★★★ ball are ITTF approved for the coming season. Yasaka SUPERIOR YASAKA ★★★ 40+ is avail- Superior quality 40 mm practice ball. White or orange. able from November 2014. Available in boxes of 144.

Yasaka ★ Yasaka ★ is suitable for training and leisure play. White or orange. Available in 3 balls per box or boxes of 144. SUPERIOR

T-SHIRT FLASH MILANO Made of moisture transportable func- Table table tennis shorts. tional fibre, 100 % polyester, woven Available in black with with the special Jacquard method. The Yasaka embroidery in DEVELOPING TOGETHER Jacquard method gives a highly com- white. Our step by step approach in the Yasaka Hobby fortable feeling and a stretch function. Sizes: XXXS – XXXL YASAKA BASIC KIT range allows each player to develop their potential Sizes: XXS – XXXL at their own pace. Having the right equipment is vital when becoming T-SHIRT a successful table tennis player. Even when starting YASAKA 3C to play table tennis you need to have a bat with T-shirt in black with 3-colours rubbers that can produce spin. At the same time Yasaka-print on the chest. the bat should not be too fast or too heavy. The bat 100% cotton. should be kept in a bat cover or bat wallet to protect Sizes: XXS - XXL it against light and dust.

YASAKA BASIC KIT In the Yasaka range there are ready made bats suitable for the first contact with serious table tennis. The Yasaka WORLD CUP is a good choice – an WORLD CUP ★★★★★ ZETTO YASAKA ★ allround blade and rubbers with sufficient spin and reasonable speed.

T-SHIRT STAR YASAKA High performance function YASAKA DEVELOPMENT KIT DEVELOPMENT KIT T-shirt, with embroidered When a player has learned the first basic techniques Yasaka-logo. Available in and wants to improve the game the natural step is to black and white. T-SHIRT “build his own bat”. The Yasaka 2040 is a Swedish 50% cotton, 50% polyester. STAR PROMO made, high quality, light weight all-round blade and Sizes: XXXS – XXXL High performance function with a slightly narrower handle. Yasaka ORIGINAL T-shirt in black with Yasaka- XHG are rubbers manufactured in Japan, with a logo in white on the chest. perfect balance between spin, speed and control, 50% cotton, 50% polyester. which is so important in the beginning of a player’s Sizes: XXXS – XXXL development. Available in two different thicknesses – 1.6 mm and 2.1 mm. ORIGINAL XHG YASAKA 2040 A-FORCE is the latest development in the Yasaka shoe range, suitable for demanding table tennis players looking for a stable shoe, with good comfort and perfect playing characteristics. LOGO Sizes: 35–38, 39–41, 42–46

CLICKY PRESS

A-FORCE has the following characteristics. Helps you to get a perfect result when you glue the rubber to the blade.  The upper part of A-FORCE is made of microfibre, which is designed to be both durable and hard wearing while remain- ing attractive. The large pore mesh gives good ventilation.

 The outer sole is made of Phylon (MD) and rubber. The Phylon is light weight and offers flexible, resilient, shockproof perfor- mance. The rubber is anti-slip and hard wearing. RUBBER CLEANER  A removable, anatomic designed inner sole with double shock absorbing cushio- Dust and dirt destroy the rubbers playing ning. characteristics and endurance. Yasaka RUBBER CLEANER helps to keep the rubber clean.  A thick tongue in ventilated material ensu- 175 ml with spray pump. res comfort. Sizes : 36 - 46

NORISUKE-SAN YASAKA

Yasaka EDGE TAPE, 5 m or 50 m rolls. Water based glue. Apply the glue evenly on Available in two different widths – 10 mm rubber and blade. Available in 40 ml and (gold/black) and 12 mm (white/black). 375 ml cans. FUKUDA

Cleaning sponge.

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