Yasaka Fusion

This rubber was a bit disappointing. It does not represent a significant step up from Mark V. While it is faster, the difference is not substantial.

In terms of spin, Mark V performs better. The short game is good with this rubber, as are all the other strokes, but it somehow feels uninspiring to play with.

I am uncertain why Yasaka felt the need to produce this rubber.

This rubber is truly interesting. When I play a soft, passive shot, the ball is easy to control, takes spin well, and has a low throw. It is not as bouncy as some other high-control rubbers, which is a definite advantage.

It excels at blocking and allows for effective movement of the ball around the table. However, there is a notable issue when speed is applied. The rubber tends to bottom out, resulting in a lack of increased spin and consequently leading to flat smashes.

While opponents may struggle against these shots initially, potentially putting them into the net, I personally prefer more speed off the table. After this experiment, I have decided to return to a faster rubber.

I tried this rubber on both a carbon blade and a wood blade, and the feeling is the same.

Speed: It’s acceptable—not too fast and not too slow. I would rate it 8/15.

Spin: For a JP style, I believe the spin is good. I would rate it 10/15.

Control: This rubber is quite stable. As I mentioned, it is not too fast or too slow, which contributes to good control. I would rate it 13/15.

Throw: At first, I found it has a low throw. However, if you adjust the angle of your racket, you will discover its amazing capabilities.

Block: Blocking is easy due to its low throw, as you don’t need to close the racket much.

Summary: In my opinion, this rubber is well-suited for backhand and is great for all-rounders who want excellent control for blocking. If you have the power, you can gain even more speed and spin. This rubber works well with a mechanical grip. For the price, I am satisfied with the quality of this brand.

This rubber is not bad at all. The control is decent, and the speed is satisfactory when paired with a carbon blade; however, the spin is just average.

Overall, this rubber is very stable, making it suitable for a close-to-table attacking style. It is also easy to play with and offers superb control for drop shots, serving, and receiving.

The blocking capability is impressive as well; you can effectively block powerful shots whether you are close to or far away from the table. In general, it works nicely for the backhand with a variety of strokes and might also be suitable for the forehand!

I am a table tennis player from Sweden, and I play an offensive style. I have been using this rubber for a long time. However, I am currently searching for a new rubber, as I feel this one lacks some speed following the introduction of the new glue rules.

Despite this, it is still an excellent rubber, and I highly recommend it!