The Rakza 7 was the first rubber from Yasaka with Tensor technology. This rubber was the manufacturer's first attempt to close the gap with the leading rubber producers in the Tensor sector. To achieve this as effectively as possible, the series was expanded over time with a soft variant for spin-oriented players, as well as a harder version for aggressive attackers.
The Rakza 7 consists of a medium-hard "Power Sponge" with large pores. This sponge is responsible for the good basic speed and allows for effective acceleration of all attacking strokes. Additionally, an excellent catapult effect is integrated into the sponge, so that especially with counter and block balls, hardly any force is needed to generate sufficient speed. Furthermore, an elastic top sheet made mainly of natural rubber was used. This composition positively affects the grip and durability. Thus, even after a somewhat longer playing time, sufficient rotation can still be generated during openings or serves. The parade discipline of the Yasaka Rakza 7 is the variable topspin game at the table and from mid-distance.
The soft variant for controlled offense: Yasaka Rakza 7 Soft
The soft version of the Rakza 7 is the rubber with the lowest speed and the best control properties. The top sheet is identical to that of the regular Rakza 7, which is why the Rakza 7 Soft also has the grippy, durable surface with efficient spin development. In combination with a softer sponge, very controlled and precise play is possible. With topspins, a slightly higher ball trajectory allows for more rotation, and in serve/return play, the great playing feel guarantees high security and variability. The extremely good control also offers the possibility to play unpleasant spin and speed changes. The Yasaka Rakza 7 Soft is particularly well-suited for offensive players who want to defeat their opponents with spin-rich attacks and a low error rate.
Exceptionally powerful: Yasaka Rakza 9
The Rakza 9 is significantly faster and harder than the other rubbers in the series. Since a harder sponge with large pores is used in this rubber, the top sheet also had to be adapted to the new conditions. The new sponge creates a strong catapult effect, and together with the grippy, spin-elastic top sheet, enormous dynamics are generated. This means that with cleanly hit strokes, the rubber gives your attacking strokes enormous speed and a lot of rotation. Thus, the Yasaka Rakza 9 is the ideal rubber for diligent, powerful offensive players who want to dominate the game with extremely dynamic topspins and powerful finishing strokes.
Conclusion on the Yasaka Rakza Rubbers
The costs and efforts that Yasaka has undertaken to finally bring a competitive rubber series with Tensor technology to the market have definitely paid off. With the Rakza rubbers, the Japanese manufacturer offers three attacking rubbers that certainly do not need to hide behind the products of other established brands. Both the playing properties and the good durability are reason enough to take a closer look at this rubber series. Additionally, the Rakza rubbers are priced slightly lower than most competing products.
