Fastarc C-1

Everyone's rating [Hardness] Little soft
[Performance] Control and Spin to have excellent
Fastarc C-1

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Averages reviews points

  • Rating: 8.62 / 10
  • 156 reviews
    • Speed:7.66
    • Spin:8.29
    • Control:8.74

    Most players are looking for that rubber that fits them just right. Nittaku has introduced the Fastarc series with a variety to choose from. The C-1 comes into the series softer than G-1 and P-1 but a bit harder than S-1 for more speed while still maintaining a high degree of control. Slower and controllable in the short game, good placement and pace on medium shots, and power on solid shots.

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    Specifications

    Price
    6,600 Yen(Include tax 7,260 Yen)
    Producer
    Nittaku
    Product code
    NR-8706
    Speed
    97
    Spin
    97
    Control
    67
    Hardness
    35
    Customer Reviews SummaryAI Summary
    Highly rated as a stability-focused rubber suitable for beginners to intermediate players. Backhand usage is particularly recommended, offering excellent ball control and spin despite its soft sponge. Some advanced players note a lack of speed and power for competitive play.
    ■ Frequently Mentioned Points
    • Excellent stability and ease of use on backhand
    • Easy to apply spin with good short-range technique
    • Soft sponge ideal for beginners but lower maximum performance
    • Long durability and good rubber longevity
    • Pairing with Fastarc G1 on forehand is recommended
    ■ Representative Voices
    ▲ PositiveDespite being a lightweight German rubber, it has sufficient bounce. The soft sponge provides excellent grip for precise shot placement, making it an all-around excellent rubber.
    ▽ CriticalSlightly slow with moderate spin. Lacks the power desired by advanced players seeking maximum speed.

    Reviews by user

    • nenntyaku2

      nenntyaku2 (Experience: 6〜10 years) Meh

      Reviews by user

      It's pretty slow. I don't think I'll keep using it.
      It doesn't get that much spin either. Rather than brushing the ball, you're better off just hitting into it. And since it's soft, the ceiling is low.
      It has a just-get-it-in kind of feel, and I wasn't really a fan. Might be good as a second or third rubber though?
      Personally, I feel like the topsheet gets damp easily for some reason.
      Chops bite well, so I think it's good for choppers or blockers. Wouldn't recommend it on a hard blade.

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      2023/03/15
      All
      7/10
      Speed
      7
      Spin
      8
      Control
      8
      Hardness Little soft

      Racket recommended use Swat

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    • Kusozako Chugakusei www

      Kusozako Chugakusei www (Experience: 4〜5 years) Good

      Reviews by user

      Really good on the backhand.
      Even on a full swing, it doesn't fly too much and lands stably.
      It also lasts a long time, which is nice.
      But how it flies changes depending on the blade you use,
      so I think it's a good idea to actually try it yourself or ask someone who's already using it.

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      2023/01/11
      All
      10/10
      Speed
      8
      Spin
      10
      Control
      10
      Hardness Little soft

      Racket recommended use Tomokazu Harimoto Innerforce ALC

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    • visitor

      Nameless (Experience: 2〜3 years)

      Reviews by user

      Switched over from Fastarc G1. I thought G1 was too hard, so I changed.
      Since the topsheet is the same as G1, I could switch over without the feel changing all that much. G1 has a higher ceiling for both speed and spin, but in actual matches, the softer C1 was easier to use and more stable. For a junior high schooler, maybe forehand; for a higher level, maybe backhand.

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      2022/12/13
      All
      8/10
      Speed
      7
      Spin
      8
      Control
      8
      Hardness Little soft

      Racket recommended use Innerforce Layer ALC

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    • visitor

      Table tennis club member (Experience: Less than a year)

      Reviews by user

      I used max thickness on my B (backhand) side.
      I often serve from the backhand, and it gets good spin along with good speed.
      Pushes had more bite than I expected. Sometimes the spin is so heavy that even a loop can't return it. Blocking has proper control too, so I can place the ball where I want.
      When you're ready for a change, I'd recommend Fastarc G-1, which has a harder sponge than C-1.

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      2022/11/26
      All
      8/10
      Speed
      8
      Spin
      8
      Control
      9
      Hardness Little soft

      Racket recommended use Awards offensive

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    • visitor

      Daiouika (Experience: 6〜10 years) Easy-to-use Fastarc

      Reviews by user

      I'd recommend this as a backhand rubber. There wasn't any technique that felt hard to do. If you're stuck on choosing a backhand rubber, I think it's worth adding to your list of candidates. It's about average across every technique. If, while practicing with this rubber, you start thinking "I want a bit more speed" or "a bit more spin," that's a sign you're improving, so I think it's a good benchmark for knowing when to switch to a different rubber.

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      2022/09/11
      All
      7/10
      Speed
      7
      Spin
      7
      Control
      8
      Hardness Little soft

      Racket recommended use VIOLIN

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    • Table tennis VII

      Table tennis VII (Experience: 4〜5 years)

      Reviews by user

      Topspin drive: ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
      Push: ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
      Serve: ☆ ☆ ☆
      Flick: ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

      Recommended for the backhand. Being part of the Fastarc series, it has good grip just like G-1. Both the sponge and topsheet are soft, so it also keeps the racket lighter. Control is good and stability is outstanding, so if you use it on the backhand, you'll never lose a backhand exchange — if anything, you can come out ahead. It can be used on the forehand too, but it's so stable that it doesn't really show its character there. I can't really recommend it for players who rely on ball weight to win points. I'd call it an all-around rubber that ranks right up with, or maybe even ahead of, Rozena.

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      2022/07/02
      All
      9/10
      Speed
      8
      Spin
      8
      Control
      9
      Hardness Soft
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    • D.16

      D.16 (Experience: 2〜3 years) Speed

      Reviews by user

      This is a comparison with G-1. Compared to G-1, the spin is a little weaker, but I think the speed is good. Topspin drives and the like are easy to do too,
      so in that sense it's an easy rubber to handle.

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      2022/05/21
      All
      10/10
      Speed
      10
      Spin
      10
      Control
      10
      Hardness Little hard
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