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Nittaku Fastarc G-1
Tensor
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reviews
Rubber description:
The Nittaku Fastarc G-1 is a high-performance table tennis rubber that has gained a reputation as one of the best all-around rubbers on the market. It is known for its excellent balance of speed, spin, and control, making it a versatile choice for offensive players.
Tackiness: The Fastarc G-1 has a medium level of tackiness, which helps with short game control and producing spin, but doesn’t feel overly sticky like some Chinese rubbers.
Weight: The rubber has a medium weight, which provides a good feel and feedback during play without feeling too heavy or unwieldy.
Durability: The Fastarc G-1 is known for its impressive durability, maintaining its playing characteristics for an extended period of use.
Alternatives: While the Fastarc G-1 is widely regarded as one of the best all-around rubbers, there are other high-quality options to consider, such as the Tibhar Aurus, Yasaka Rising Dragon, and Xiom Omega 5 Tour, each with their own unique characteristics.
Recent Reviews
#1 — July 2023
Very good rubber. The rating is based on my opinion, but I personally feel that I need a harder rubber, like the Fastarc G1 ABS 40 50° (only available in Korea). If you think like me, please consider signing the petition at the following link: https://chng.it/7z8sKjSP.
#2 — June 2023
I use G1 on the forehand (FH) on a Yinhe V14 Pro. There is good synergy between the top sheet and sponge, giving an excellent balance between spin, speed, and control. The rubber can really bite into the ball to produce wicked topspin, causing the opponent to miss the ball completely.
Near or away from the table, the rubber performance is steady, reliable, and consistent. The feel and feedback on impact are direct and natural feeling.
Serves, pushes, flicks, blocks, smashes, lifting backspin, topspin rallies, this rubber handles everything competently! It delivers! It also feels fun! Relative to other tensors, it is fairly priced in my country. It is also durable. A real gem!
Update: I moved the rubber to the backhand (BH). For a BH dominant attacking style of play, whether over the table, close to the table, or away, G1 is perfect!
#3 — April 2023
The rubber is very good!
I like that it is tensor.