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Yasaka Valmo is a cutting-edge table tennis rubber designed for aggressive players who prioritize speed and spin above all. Engineered with a unique combination of a soft yet flexible top sheet and a medium-hard sponge, Valmo delivers exceptional control and responsiveness. With a speed rating of 10 and a spin rating of 10, this rubber excels particularly in looping scenarios, making it a favorite among players looking to enhance their offensive game.
In terms of tackiness, Valmo scores a mild 1.8, allowing for a clean contact with the ball that minimizes the “biting” sensation commonly associated with tacky rubbers. Instead, users have reported that the ball feels like it sinks into the rubber before being powerfully propelled back, enhancing shot precision and feel. Weighing in at a moderate 4.7, Valmo offers a solid balance that feels substantial yet maneuverable, making it suitable for a wide range of playing styles.
Durability is another standout feature of the Yasaka Valmo, boasting a durability rating of 9.1. This makes it a reliable option for players who are concerned about maintaining performance through rigorous play. As a tensor rubber, it supports dynamic strokes and fast-paced gameplay, further solidifying its place in the arsenal of aggressive offensive players.
For those seeking alternatives, the Yasaka Rakza series, particularly the Rakza 7 Soft and Rakza 9, often come up in comparisons; however, many players find Valmo to outperform them in spin generation and control, especially for looping. Ultimately, Yasaka Valmo is a well-rounded rubber that caters to modern playing styles, providing both speed and spin while maintaining a level of control that meets the demands of competitive play.
Much research was done to attain this rubber. I personally find this rubber to have a Rakza 7 soft kind of feel, but it outperforms Rakza 7 soft. It does not have a biting feel as Rakza 7 may have at times, but instead, the sponge absorbs and then releases with control.
There is plenty of grip to loop with speed and control from close to mid, but I feel it needs to be somewhat flat hit on a closed angle further away to not only make the table but keep pressure on. This rubber can produce heavy spin and speed. It is able to lift underspin easily. It feels very controlled.
I use this rubber on my backhand and recommend it to anyone. I use it on a YEO7 blade. I read that this rubber performs better on harder composite blades, and I strongly agree. It is much better than MarkVHps.
Review:
As usual, WoodhOUSEse in Sweden, the distributor of Yasaka, is the worst company ever in terms of marketing their rubbers and blades. However, occasionally, you can discover a few Yasaka masterpieces. This rubber has received high ratings on both Swedish and Japanese table tennis websites.
Regarding Rigan Spin, despite the success of Rigan, its successor, which is now the fourth best-selling rubber in Asia, Woodhouse never released it. It is the worst company ever. They don’t even have a marketing department! Shame on such a good brand that releases only three rubbers a year, all of which are very good, while Donic releases 30, half of which are just equal to the others.
Like Andro, which is so desperate that they have released Rasanter in versions 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 50, and 52, instead of giving us something new!
Totally underrated and overlooked by many due to the lack of effective marketing by Yasaka, which has never been their forte. The dominant presence in the industry is held by Woodhouse of Sweden.
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