Nittaku Fastarc C-1

Update: After using a variety of high-performance backhand rubbers, including Tenergy 05, Tenergy 05FX, Tenergy 80, Tibhar Evolution EL-P, Fastarc G-1, and Mark V, I found the Nittaku Fastarc C-1 to be one of the most stable rubbers I have used.

The C-1 solved many of the issues I experienced with faster rubbers, such as excessive catapult, inconsistent blocking, and poor control in the short game. Its linear and predictable response allowed me to play with more confidence, improving my consistency with flicks, loops, drives, blocks, and service returns. It is an excellent intermediate offensive rubber because it provides enough speed and spin while remaining forgiving and easy to control.

However, as my technique and attacking ability developed, I found that the C-1 lacked the extra grip and “bite” I wanted for a more aggressive topspin-based backhand. While it gave me confidence and consistency, I now need a rubber that offers a stronger connection with the ball and greater spin engagement without losing too much control.

After long testing and searching, found my backhand rubber. Medium soft. Good speed. Not too bouncy/catapult. Very good control. Tested so many. 2.0mm on a Gewo Matrix Hybrid offensiv Minus blade

Love this rubber. Use it on my RPB penhold backhand, really suits my short, snappy game. Blocking feels decent and played some nice banana flicks with it too. Felt like I couldn’t miss, so whatever it is about this rubber, it really suits my game. Tried various other rubbers like Rozena, Sanwei Target National Red for backhand and they were good too, but for speed and control, this feels just that little bit more alive, but not overly so that it can’t be controlled. Rewards good technique in spades. Love this. Not gonna take it off. Recommended to try it. I use the 1.8mm version to aid with some measure of control. Didn’t feel like it bottomed out or anything either.

Weighed around 45gm after cut on standard blade. It is an upgrade to me over vega Europe, used in 2mm thickness which is max for this rubber. Pushes are very nice. Lot of control. But still good power when playing offensive shots. I used it in my backhand. Works well with stiff blades like Boll alc.

Have this paired with the Thibar BSS1 blade and couldn’t be happier. Highly recommend the setup.

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I tried different rubbers on my backhand, but this one suits me better than others.

Very grippy, the arc is high, and control is amazing. Now it is my main BH rubber.

Good rubber, more control than the G1.

The best one for my intermediate skills, but I admit that this is not much use for better players. Good at everything, especially in chop blocks. Very forgiving rubber. Every mistake is mine. More suitable for me than G-1, which I have used in several blades. The top sheet is the same on both, but it is much more fun to play with this 45-degree sponge, and I also get better spins with it. I have tried C-1 (2mm) on forehand with Killerspin Kido 5A and Donic Original No 1 Senso, and it works on both, although only carbon fiber blades provide enough power for power shots. For the backhand, I think I need a tensor rubber of the same hardness. I believe Andro Hexer Grip would be a good match for this. I’ve used Hexer Powergrip on both sides on a carbon blade before, but I thought I’d trade speed for accuracy.

G1 gibi değil, hem kontrol hem güç bir arada. Çok beğendim, kesinlikle tavsiye ederim.

The best rubber for my intermediate skills. Good at everything, especially in chop block. Very forgiving rubber. Every mistake is mine. More suitable for me than G-1, which I have used in several blades. The top sheet is same on both, but it is much more fun to play with this 45 degree sponge, and I also get better spins with it. I have tried C-1 (2mm) on forehand with Killerspin Kido 5A and Donic Original No 1 Senso, and it works on both. For the backhand I think I need a tensor rubber of the same hardness. I believe Andro Hexer Grip would be a good match for this.

My son is 10 years old (a top 3 national player) and he plays with InnerlayerForce ALC blade and C1 2.0 on his backhand side. This rubber really helps to focus on technics without throwing balls out of the table. The coach suggests to change the setup with more advanced blade and hybrid rubbers as a next step though.

I use it as my backhand rubber. It is very consistent, with good control, reliability, and durability.

It is very well priced, and I would definitely recommend it for beginner/intermediate levels, especially for the backhand. It also works pretty well for the forehand, but I just prefer it for the backhand.

A very good rubber. 47g cut. It’s FH rubber for me. Topspin is very easy in open play and counter tops. The pushes are also easy. In the ESN tensor era, for me it’s a win.

More control than Tenergy, I make fewer faults and I put more balls on the table.

Goma buena para revés cuando no sos tan bueno con ese golpe, te ayuda a meterla en la mesa.

Use it for my BH and like it a lot.

Perfect rubber for backhand. Speed is enough.

Good rubber for control style, good spin, slower than G1 yet fast.

Good and fast shipping, I recommend the store.

Отличная накладка для бэкхэнда. Использую с основанием Nittaku Barwell.

Use it on my BH paired with Acoustic, works great for me.

Easy to play with, spinny, fast, good to learn with. I also have an Acoustic, so maybe if you have a composite one it won’t be the same. It chips easily.

I don’t know why some people say that it is inferior to G-1. It’s the same top sheet. Being a bit softer than G-1, 45 degrees (not a soft rubber), it is a little slower than G-1. But still fast. Still great spin. Durability is best with G-1. Not bouncy like some tensor rubbers. Superb control. Best BH. Though I loved it on FH too. One of the best.

A little softer (45 degrees) with the same top sheet as G-1 and doesn’t have the same amount of speed or catapult (which isn’t necessarily a bad thing). I liked it better in the short game as well compared to G-1, as I thought G-1 had a tendency to be a little bit bouncy; C-1 not so much. Great control and spin, and I enjoyed it more than G-1.

I recently tried this rubber as a replacement for nittaku g-1 on my backhand. With g-1, I struggled with consistency and kept hitting the ball off the table. With c-1, I am able to produce backhands with high spin, and which are a little shorter so they stay on the table. It is also easy to generate very spinny backhand serves with this rubber. Highly recommend it for anyone who likes the playing characteristics of g1 but who needs a little more control.

TL; DR: similar to G-1 but softer. More comfortable in short game, can do crazy spins and arcs but it bottoms out on forehand counterloops or far from the table. Perfect for BH until advanced, good for FH until intermediate. I will switch to G-1 or T05 on FH but keep this BH for now. On ZJK ALC blade.

Excellent rubber for intermediate players. Great durability. Don’t hesitate to try. Very balanced at spin, speed, and control. Good on any kind of ALC blades.

Been using this on my backhand with Nittaku Fastarc G-1 on my forehand. The C-1 I got used to immediately, and I feel way more confident looping backspin compared to my previous rubber, which was Joola Rhyzen Ice. It is also faster than the Ice.

The G-1 is also nice, but is taking me more time to get used to. Both are much faster than my previous rubbers.

Best rubber ever, must try. Little brother of tenergy 05, more control, less speed, better than g1, and that is great rubber, highly recommended.

I use this rubber after FastArc G1, Xiom Omega V pro, Xiom Omega VII, Tibhar MX-S. Compared to Omega V Pro, let’s say that C1 is Mark V: no catapult effect, soft contact, ball on table. Compared to MX-S: if you are rightly placed and manage the low throw, MX-S will allow you to kill the point with a sure winner. C1 is slower. But C1 is much easier to use in all sorts of situations, and allows also to score winners, because the ball has got rotation and you can get angles. C1 is very much controlled, still fast. Lower throw than G1, but not low. Block is ok. Service is good. Chop is very good. And touch play at the net is extremely easy. The rubber is not bouncy so one can play with ease very short strokes, as well as long ones. The rubber is a tensor that does not feel like a tensor. The plus compared to G1 is the softness that allows for more rotation, more angles, and more control. In the end, I can play more aggressively and on occasion faster than I would play with G1. At the beginning, I was longing for FastArc G1's remarkable pace and high throw. But after a period of adaptation, I do not regret having moved to C1.

First off, my background and previous rubbers I’ve used. I have played table tennis for about 8 years now and have tried countless different rubbers over the years. For reference, here are some I used on my backhand: Tenergy 05, 19, 80, 64, 05fx, Dignics 09c, 05, 80, Fastarc G1, Hurricane 3 Neo, and a few more.

Having tried multiple different rubbers, you discover what works best for you. Especially when developing your technique, a softer rubber helps you in gaining confidence and engaging the rubber itself. That was my main concern for most other backhand rubbers I have tried. With a small flick of the wrist, you can already create a lot of spin and speed, whereas this was not possible for most other rubbers. They needed more power to be “activated”.

The spin this rubber produces is very respectable. Often times, my opponents miss their blocks of my topspins because of it. The speed is also very decent. It won’t be the fastest rubber out there, but it makes up for it with its control. Most previously mentioned rubbers lack control when going for risky shots, whereas this rubber gives you confidence to pull off more difficult shots like chop blocks, backhand punches, etc., with relative ease. The durability of this rubber is also commendable. I play the Tibhar MK on my forehand and I have played approx. 2 sheets of it whilst keeping the same sheet of Fastarc C1. So that’s another big advantage: its longevity.

To sum up, this rubber excels in the control and spin department, whereas speed is respectable, but not the highest. A very good choice for any intermediate player who wants to develop their technique and needs a rubber to give him/her confidence to rip through the ball with topspins. I keep questioning my forehand rubbers, looking for the perfect one. For my backhand, I’m locked in: This is the one. I would recommend it to everybody. My favorite rubber by far for backhand.

This superb rubber is totally underrated here! If you speak German, go to Marcel’s German tt-spin blog and read his review. He compares it to EL-S and Vega Japan in terms of spin arc. While EL-S seems to be more aggressive, C-1 seems to give quite a bit of stability.

From my point of view, you can achieve better angles with C-1 than with, say EL-P. Usually, I play Evolution EL-P, Vega Japan or FX-S on my forehand. While EL-P is too hard for me in certain situations and FX-S is too soft or not powerful enough, Fastarc C-1 is like a good blend between these two and plays like a Japanese rubber.

I also think it behaves in a very linear way and placement is better than with other high tech rubbers. You always feel like you are in control of your shots and your shots can also be as vicious as with other powerful rubbers.

Am using Tenergy 25FX on my backhand and have tried C-1 in backhand opening loops, too, which also works greatly. However, 25FX will stay on my backhand, because C-1 is a little too aggressive for the job. Highly recommended!

I don’t know why some people say that this rubber is inferior to G-1. It has the same top sheet. Being a bit softer than G-1, with a 45-degree hardness (not a soft rubber), it is a little slower than G-1. But it’s still fast. Spin is still great. Durability is best with G-1. It’s not bouncy like some tensor rubbers. It offers superb control. It’s the best for backhand. Though I loved it on the forehand as well. One of the best.

High quality rubber. The sponge is hard enough to produce a lot of speed, but the rubber is quite soft, giving a good amount of control. This is especially noticeable in active block/smashes. I only had problems getting used to FH topspin-topspin attacks, but this could be because I was switching from a tacky Chinese type rubber. Overall, it’s worth the money.

Great Rubber for the BH.

Good control, nice for beginners.

I am loving this rubber, especially paired with the G-1 on the FH. Very consistent, more bouncy, which is great for my backhand.

I’ve been using this on my forehand for about 1.5 years. This rubber has good grip and spin and a reasonable lifetime. I like the Fastarc series since the rubbers have a lighter weight than many, and I try to keep the overall weight of my bat down as low as possible. I use the 1.8 sponge.

I’ve been using Fastarc for many years and love it. Speed and spin are quite good, and I’m able to maintain control even with a very offensive blade. I use G1 on the backhand as the sponge is harder. It makes flicks and kills easier, yet I’m still able to spin loops with it. I use C1 with a softer sponge on the forehand as my forehand loop needs some additional assistance. The C1/G1 combo works well for me.

I use Nittaku Fastarc C-1 on my backhand. After switching from Andro Hexer Grip SFX to this Nittaku rubber, it took me only about ten hours of play to adjust my habits. Despite liking the Andro rubber, I have no desire to return to it because, in my opinion, the Nittaku Fastarc C-1 is at least as good in close to table play and undoubtedly much better in mid-distance strikes.

I acknowledge that there are faster, spinnier, and more dangerous rubbers available, but for an amateur player of 47 years like myself, I believe the Nittaku Fastarc C-1 is an ideal choice. It provides me with ample control, a decent amount of spin, and a manageable level of speed. Most importantly, it allows me to execute various types of strikes and have a great deal of fun playing.

The Nittaku Fastarc C-1 is highly consistent in close to table play. Blocks are effortless, and I have complete control over ball placement. My hits have sufficient pace, making them difficult for opponents to retrieve. The spin I can generate is slightly less than with the Andro Hexer Grip SFX, but it is still very good. Furthermore, I have no trouble handling incoming rotation.

When playing further away from the table, I have both adequate power and control. Changing or reversing incoming rotation is also not a significant challenge.

With the Nittaku Fastarc C-1, I can effectively execute all types of serves, including short, long, forwardspin, backspin, sidespin, and no spin.

One other crucial aspect for me is the lack of a pronounced catapult effect, which is prevalent in many modern rubbers. I find this feature of the Nittaku rubber to be very desirable.

I have used both this rubber and Fastarc G-1 at 2.0mm on the Nittaku Acoustic. Personally, I prefer the C-1 over the G-1 for my current level. As a USATT 1700 offensive looper, the C-1 provides more forgiveness, dwell, and control on my shots.

However, I did notice that it was more insensitive to spin than G-1, making it easier to loop an underspin ball. Overall, I did not discern a significant difference in speed/spin. Both rubbers are suitable for offensive play. I am still able to generate strong winners against my opponents and this rubber performs well when playing away from the table.

If you are debating between C-1 and G-1, choose C-1 if you prioritize added control, and choose G-1 if you desire a slight increase in speed/spin. For me, the C-1 has become my new favorite rubber.

Very good for backhand due to its huge amounts of spin. It is also suitable for an all-around playing style.

UPDATE from 12/2021:

Although I have had excellent experiences with the Fastarc G1 (… on my Stuor Nobilis Hinoki ZLC blade, FH side), I wanted to try a slightly softer rubber.

Facts:

C-1 in black, “Super Thick” (2 mm), sponge hardness 45 degrees. Weight in original packaging: 95 g, uncut: 65 g, on my blade (157 x 150 mm): 45 g.

This “softer version of the G-1” (with the same top sheet) has more catapult than the G-1. The spin development is not far off the G-1 and is also very high.

In the short game, the C-1 creates more speed (catapult) than the G-1. The spin development is not far from the G-1 and is also very high. With the G-1, the topspin jumps out much flatter. On the other hand, the “angle play” with the C-1 is more difficult. Ultimately, I had the impression that the C-1 was more “forgiving” in many game situations and gave my game more security.

CONCLUSION:

This C-1 is the best rubber with a 45-degree sponge that I have played so far. (However, I haven’t played many.) Definitely give it a try!

(If you want more information about this rubber, visit https://www.tt-spin.de/nittaku-fastarc-c-1/.)

Addendum:

I recently became the proud owner of a Butterfly Zhang Jike TAMCA 5000. This blade, slower than my Stuor Nobilis, offers significantly better performance (together with the C-1), as it clearly needs stronger catapult rubber (… than the G-1). So I am also well advised (on my BH side) with the 45-degree hard Tibhar Aurus Select (in 1.7 mm). It’s a dreamlike combination. :-P … Next, I will review the Aurus Select.

It grabs the ball and generates good speed. You can control the trajectory easily. It is comparable to Andro Rasanter R48, but a little slower.

I’ve been using this rubber for more than a decade, and it is still very good.

Good for BH.

It is a very light rubber. It has not the spin and power of G-1. Not in the same league with G-1. I felt like I was playing with Xiom Vega Europe. A little faster, better version of Vega Europe. The rubber is not for power loops. C-1 is softer than P-1. P-1 is softer than G-1.

Yo compré esta goma en tabletennis11, donde ofrecían “pague 3 y lleve 4”. Sin embargo, nunca pude probarla.

Quedó retenida en aduana porque eran más de tres productos iguales. Me informaron que debía ser importador y contratar a un despachante de aduana.

Pedí ayuda a tabletennis11, pero se desentendieron del tema. Me respondieron: “¿Para qué realizas una compra si no puedes contratar un despachante de aduana?”.

Tabletennis11 publica ofertas atractivas (pagas 3 y te damos 4) para atraer clientes y obtener ganancias. Sin embargo, los clientes pueden enfrentar problemas como este. ¡Cuidado con tabletennis11!.

It is different from G-1. It has less spin, speed, and power compared to G-1. It has a softer sponge. It is similar to Xiom Vega Europe.

Good offensive rubber for forehand. It’s not very tacky and not very spinny. However, it’s a great weapon when you get used to it and make the strokes right.

Je suis classé 13. Je joue principalement en attaque CD à base de top spin. J’ai joué avec le G1 en 1,4 mm en revers sur un bois Petr Korbel (moyennement dur). J’ai adoré jouer avec, car il m’a procuré beaucoup de contrôle avec la mousse en 1,4 mm. J’ai progressé dans mon jeu et cela m’a donné plus de confiance pour poursuivre et développer mon jeu côté revers qui est mon gros point faible.

Je suis passé au C1 en 1,8 mm (avec bois plus tendre que le Petr Korbel, un Nitakku Latika Light) pour deux raisons. Le rejet du G1 est tellement haut que mes retours de service l’étaient également, engendrant des difficultés dans la suite du jeu et permettant à l’adversaire de prendre le jeu à son compte. Enfin, avec le C1, je peux mieux contrôler, la mousse étant plus tendre. Le rejet est tout à fait correct.

Review of C1 Table Tennis Rubber

After several weeks of playing with C1 on both forehand and backhand in 1.8 thickness, I was immediately impressed by its exceptional control. This rubber aligns perfectly with my all-round playing style, generating ample spin while maintaining a relatively fast speed.

Despite its medium hard sponge (45 degrees), it’s exceptionally well-suited for blocking. Additionally, its lightweight construction (weighing only 43g when cut to a BTY) is an appealing feature.

In comparison to the Andro Hexer Duro, a previous all-round rubber I utilized, the C1 outperforms it in various aspects. I wholeheartedly recommend this rubber to offensive all-round players, particularly those using stiffer blade setups.

Do It All Rubber

I find that I can feel my blade more with this rubber than any others. The top sheet is meaty and very durable. It offers phenomenal spin and control, not a speed monster but fast enough even for forehand.

Lifting backspin balls is very easy. Blocking is also effortless, and serves are spinny. It’s a very well-rounded rubber with a nice speed glue sound.

On an Acoustic carbon inner on the backhand side, it provides excellent control.

Recommended 10/10

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I would say this is a reference training rubber in its best possible meaning. I give a bat with this rubber on both sides to my training partners, and they seem to well acknowledge its qualities.

The topsheet is not tacky at all, but has a surface with surprisingly good grip, which lasts for a very long time. However, the edge is a little bit prone to chipping if it is not protected by a properly chosen edge tape.

The rubber feels a bit harder than the specified ESN 45 degree, possibly due to its relatively hard and thick topsheet. I could not observe any difference in playing characteristics of the rubber even after months of usage, which is a very big plus for me.

The rubber response feels very linear on almost every stroke, which gives great precision in placement. The rubber is only moderately bouncy in the low gears, but speeds up noticeably when more force is applied. Employing the sponge gives a good gradual speed boost without any sudden changes.

On the lightest touches, the rubber has almost no catapult, so you have to be a bit more mindful regarding placement (counting on off-balance shots is possible, but they are not really effective) and confident in executing your shots. But once accustomed to it, you will be rewarded with great short play precision, and your shot quality will develop as well. The rubber will definitely “tell” you if you execute your shots correctly, but it is also forgiving to some extent.

Brush loops are relatively easy to execute—the produced spin is very good, but I know a few better rubbers to pressurize the opponent with spin. Usually, the produced arcs are safe enough to clear the net easily, but not largely.

On the strongest counterhits, the rubber starts to behave noticeably differently (due to the start of bottoming out?), but it is still possible to calculate the proper bat angles. Sensitivity to spin of incoming ball can be felt to some healthy but manageable extent.

This is a very good value for the price.

To get the best performance from this rubber, you need the right technique and power. Without them, it may perform like a regular, inexpensive rubber.

Used this rubber on a BH on an Andro Timber blade.
Now testing it on a Korean TMOUNT (TCORE 560) Blade.

I used it for my backhand on my hinoki blade. I didn’t quite like the lack of predictability and feeling.

Excellent rubber, good speed, spin, and control. I use it on my BH. On a Darker Speed 90.

I like it on my backhand.

I think I am not able to get everything out of this rubber because I am just not at that level. This is a good thing; I can use this for a long time to develop further. Durability seems quite good, still good grip after lots of playing outdoors in the sun and with all the dust and dirt and so on. (I clean it regularly, though.)

I pair it with a Nittaku Miyabi in 1.8mm. Plenty fast, good control, amazing spin potential.

Excellent backhand rubber. If G-1 is like Tenergy 05, C-1 is the Tenergy 80 or 64. It is very spiny, grippy, and of good quality at a much cheaper price compared to butterfly rubber, a good alternative.

The rubber is heavy, slow, and hard; it feels like tile.

Fast, spinny yet controllable rubber.

This rubber is fast and spinny, but it is still controllable. This makes it a good choice for players of all levels, from beginners to experienced players.

Among the most sold rubbers in the world:

https://world-tt.com/ps_goods/goods_ranking.php

In all of Asia, every major store keeps them in stock.

Little brother to Fastarc G1.

Talked to a lot of people here in the club, and everybody is confused by the poor reviews here. It is the 4th most sold rubber in Asia, goddammit!

Wow, I have never played with such accuracy! The spin here is totally wrong. This is made after G1 but is a softer rubber with enormous spin. Long contact, almost sticky. I saw it was the third most sold rubber in Asia. And that means pretty much the world. Fastarc G1 is still in top with Roozena and 05, then CI. Here is the list over most sold rubber in Asia Top Ten: https://world-tt.com/ps_goods/goods_ranking.php 3 Yasaka and 3 Nittaku among the top ten! Butterfly, are we a little bit too expensive maybe???

Most of this review will be based on Tenergy 05 or Dignics 05 since that is what I used before. This rubber is much softer than those and has fewer gears. I was surprised to see that Fastarc C-1 was just as fast as Tenergy and was still able to produce the huge spin I was used to with Tenergy. The biggest change was the angle of the catch of this rubber. With Tenergy, I was used to having a closed-angle racket when hitting the ball, but this does not work with this rubber at all. It will take getting used to.

After getting used to the rubber, I actually prefer it to Tenergy. I still receive large amounts of spin and speed but have way more control. For anyone under USATT 2200, I would highly recommend this rubber. Above that skill level, players typically don’t need the control as much.

Highs: Control, speed, spin, price

Lows: No gears. It takes a couple of weeks to get used to it.

My son uses it as a B/H rubber. Good quality and good control, but is not that durable.

The feel of these new “Tour” balls is similar to the D40+, but I feel the quality control is better. The plastic seems softer than that used in the Nittaku 40+ 3-star, which is still my gold standard for feel and sound, when new. I would be happy playing this ball all the time, but my colleagues still prefer the Nittaku, and once you are used to that ball, this one takes a little time to get used to.

Still, a very nice ball, and a step up from the regular D40+.

I really like this rubber on my backhand side. Initially, I was afraid that the rubber was too soft. However, when I glued it, I got a very good feel for the balls. For my backhand rubbers, I have tried Yasaka Rakza X Soft and Tibhar Evolution FX-P. I like this rubber better than either of them. I feel good control with this rubber. Tibhar Evolution FX-P, by contrast, almost has no grip. I am surprised because the Tibhar Evolution series has been thought of as a good replacement for the expensive Tenergy series. I disagree with that assessment. Anyway, I highly recommend the Nittaku Fastarc series.

Less popular than the G-1, but for my playing style this rubber suits me better. Tried G-1 as well, and the C-1 is a bit softer and offers more control. Decent rubber for both fast topspin and controlled, well-placed topspin. If you are familiar with the Tibhar Evo rubbers, the C-1 can be compared with EL-S.

Katapult - Toss

Pros:

• Slower than Fastarc G-1
• Similar properties to the Fastarc G-1
• A bit more catapult

Cons:

• Not as fast as the Fastarc G-1

Это моя первая самостоятельно собранная ракетка. Раньше играл готовой ракеткой Stiga. По сравнению с накладками на Stiga, накладка Nittaku Fastarc C-1 просто делает все, что я захочу. Поставил на игру слева.

The balance between spin and speed makes this an excellent backhand rubber.

I switched from Hammond and Hammond Pro Alpha and have been VERY pleased with both G-1 and C-1 Fastarc. I use the G-1 on the backhand and the C-1 on the forehand. The sponge on the C-1 is a bit softer and results in a tad more spin. G-1 is still excellent for looping but is also fantastic for quick, flat, pick hitting, which is my backhand game. I have enough wrist on my backhand loop to still generate a lot of spin but have the flexibility to pick hit with it as well. C-1 I need on my forehand to help me generate more spin. Both are fantastic and seem to last well.

I had Hammond pro Beta on forehand and Nano Spin II S on backhand. I switched to Nittaku Fastarc C1 on both forehand and backhand. It is a great rubber and I did not have any problem with the adjustment to the new rubber. It has good control and spin.

If you want to start taking your backhand technique to the next level, this is the rubber you need. It acts like the backhand counterpart to the G-1, and I’m really happy with the results I’m getting. Recommended!

Same as G1, a bit slower. Good for backhand.

But I use it for backhand since it is faster for me.

Speed and spin are good.

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I use it on FH on a blade all.

Very good in smash, loop, and cut ball. Nice rubber for my low level. Very trust in this rubber… and very good control too.

But I feel that the black is a bit harder than the red for the same thickness.

But good product. Thanks TT11

I have it for my backhand. It is very reliable, very fast. If you prefer more spin, better use the G1.

I found Fastarc C-1 to be in between the classic rubber tier (Sriver, Mark V) and the high-performance tier (Tenergy, etc.). I think it is a good choice if you don’t know what you want, since it does most shots adequately, e.g., loop, push, block, etc. Not blazingly fast, but it’s a good enough match for my Carbonado 145. Has a surprising amount of spin (more than Rozena, less than Tenergy 80/G-1) and a medium arc. This will likely be my go-to backhand rubber if my EJ-ing days ever come to an end. While a little boring, it is reliable and will at least meet you halfway.

The Nittaku Fastarc C-1 feels marginally harder to the touch than the P-1, which is surprising given the softer sponge and lower weight (47 grams, 157 x 150 mm).

Although the topsheet and sponge architectures of the C-1 and P-1 are quite different (see the introduction), the two sheets feel very similar to me in gameplay. Except perhaps that the C-1 is slightly slower and less spinny and produces a less pronounced click on fast hits.

The C-1 shares the spongy feel of the P-1 on fast FH shots.

For our full review, see this link: http://blog.tabletennis11.com/nittaku-fastarc-p1-g1-c1-s1-table-tennis-rubbers-reviews.

Review of Table Tennis Rubber

This rubber is highly versatile and has a soft feel. It offers impressive speed and spin capabilities. Additionally, it has a wide range of gears, allowing for effortless drop shots and the generation of tremendous speed and spin when hitting hard.

For personal preference, the rubber may be slightly too soft. A harder version could be more suitable to prevent bottoming out prematurely.

When compared to the T64, this rubber is marginally harder (though significantly softer than the 05). It exhibits superior gear and enhanced grip due to its slightly tacky surface, which effectively handles both mechanical and tacky play.

Despite its slightly tacky topsheet, this rubber has a lower sensitivity to spin, comparable to the Mark V level.

When I first used this rubber, it was quite fast. I bought it with the S-1, which is still very fast, whereas this rubber has completely lost its speed. It is now pretty much a stock Sriver/Sriver FX.

I believe this rubber is comparable to Tenergy 80, which may be considered a mediocre failure compared to the two greats (T05 & T64 and G-1 & S-1). If you need something faster, I recommend sticking to G-1 for your forehand and S-1 for your backhand instead of bothering with this rubber.

Best forehand rubber. Good consistency in Smash, Loop, Drive, Block, n’ Push. Use on Medium Hard Blade.

Good rubber for my BH.

Great Allround Rubber

This rubber is slightly faster than non-tensor rubber like Sriver, but not too fast. It’s great for close to the table and mid-distance play. You can loop, drive, hit, push, block, and flick with this rubber.

It’s not too sensitive to incoming spin, and the serve is average but good enough. This is a good choice for those who want to try tensor rubber but are afraid it’s too fast for them to handle. If you can play with Sriver, you can play with this rubber and you will have more speed.

Not the fastest rubber, but really great control for spins and looping.

The top rubber sheet is shiny, transparent, and soft compared to the last C-1, which has a Tenergy-like topsheet that is matte, opaque, and crisp. It lacks the quick, solid response of the last C-1 close to the table, and has a higher arc at looping.

It feels more like S-1 to me. I prefer the last C-1 I have.

On the soft side, does everything well. You can put it on both sides and have only small compromises.

Review:

Used 2.0 on the backhand. Technique is required to maximize its performance. Nittaku was not exaggerating when they claimed it can “create artistic shots.” It offers versatility, allowing both offensive and defensive play as needed.

One of the best rubbers I have played with. Good control, great speed, and spin.

Very good rubber!

Very nice rubber to play with—fast and spinny. Can be used for the forehand and backhand.

Topspin and shots are wonderful.

Balance on spin, speed, and control

Review:

This review is based on the 2.0mm red version of the rubber. It is a high-quality rubber made in Germany by a Japanese brand. It can be used for both forehand and backhand strokes.

The rubber excels at brushing and straight hitting techniques. It can generate decent topspin, flat shots, and good pushes. It is moderately fast, so players need good hitting techniques and a compatible blade to produce faster shots.

This rubber is ideal for players who want to improve their techniques. It pairs well with the G-1 rubber on the forehand.

Downsides:

The edge of the rubber is somewhat brittle, so pieces may break off easily. However, this is a common trait among tensor rubbers.

Eriti eeskätt surumisel väga hea. Tõeliselt kiire. Kauaaegsel sparringupartneril tekkisid kohe probleemid kohanemisega. Alguses tundus, et tagantkätt mängides pole nii hea kui võiks. Hiljem analüüsides leidsin, et pigem on eksimistes süüdi minu aeglane käsi (palli ärapõrge kummi pinnalt liiga kiire). Kui keskendusin randme ja kogu käe kiirusele, hakkasid ka tagantkäe surumised õnnestuma. Ostuga rahul!

The sponge of the rubber is very good, good spin development. The rubber plays very controlled with good Geschwindigkeit. The grip is very good and you can execute precise shots. A very good forehand covering. I’m very happy with it.