Yasaka Pryde 40

Rubber description:

Yasaka Pryde 40 is an impressive table tennis rubber designed for advanced players seeking an outstanding combination of speed, spin, and control. With a speed rating of 96, this rubber generates tremendous offensive power, allowing players to strike the ball with lightning speed and accuracy. Moreover, its spin rating of 94 makes it a formidable tool for creating devastating spins and variations, keeping opponents off balance and guessing.

Despite its exceptional speed and spin capabilities, the Yasaka Pryde 40 maintains remarkable control, rated at 70. This delicate balance ensures that players can execute precise shots and maintain consistency even during intense rallies. The rubber's tackiness, rated at 3.7, contributes to its excellent grip on the ball, facilitating effective topspins and controlled loops.

The Yasaka Pryde 40 features a weight of 4 and a sponge hardness of 6.2, creating a firm yet responsive feel. This combination enables players to generate substantial power while retaining excellent control. The rubber's gears rating of 6.7 indicates its versatility, allowing players to switch effortlessly between attacking and defensive play.

The throw angle of the Yasaka Pryde 40 is rated at 5, which translates to a medium-high trajectory. This characteristic provides a balanced playing experience, enabling players to execute both powerful topspins and effective counterattacks. Additionally, the rubber's consistency rating of 7 assures reliable performance and consistent shot quality throughout the game.

While the Yasaka Pryde 40 excels in various aspects, its durability is rated at 5.3, suggesting that it may not be as long-lasting as some other rubbers. However, this minor drawback is outweighed by the rubber's exceptional performance and overall rating of 8.6.

Overall, the Yasaka Pryde 40 is a top-notch table tennis rubber that caters to the demands of advanced players. Its combination of speed, spin, and control makes it a formidable weapon in the hands of skilled players, enabling them to dominate the table with aggressive attacks and cunning spins.

Recent Reviews

#1 — April 2020

This rubber was not good. Players sponsored by Yasaka did not like it. It does not shine in any area.

#2 — January 2016

Backhand

I use Red (2.0mm sponge) on a Hurricane King 655 and Galaxy W6 for my backhand. It performs exceptionally well on the W6, allowing for consistent sideline shots (at my 1400 USATT rating). This has significantly boosted my confidence.

The rubber is versatile, enabling me to switch sides and execute spinny serves. Many opponents struggle to return these serves, often sending them into the net due to the excessive spin.

Looping with this rubber is a delight on both the W6 and the 655. I prefer the W6 for improved shot placement, while the 655 offers greater speed. The rubber provides a range of speeds, including:

  • Low: Effortless serve returns
  • Medium-low: Effective for looping
  • Fast: Powerful mid-distance slams

Note: I exclusively purchase this rubber in Red (2.0mm sponge). It would be helpful if reviewers consistently mention the color of the rubber they are using.

#3 — April 2012

I love the tacky surface of this rubber. It provides a lot of feel and speed, making it suitable for both close to the table and mid distance attacks. The rubber is also good for serving.

Speed: 9.0-9.2 Spin: 8.8-9.0

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