RASANTER R42

Everyone's rating [Hardness] Little soft
[Performance] Control and Spin to have excellent
RASANTER R42

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Averages reviews points

  • Rating: 8.81 / 10
  • 47 reviews
    • Speed:7.94
    • Spin:8.55
    • Control:8.66

    Your profile is spin driven. You are looking for maximum grip.

    As an advanced to high level player you will benefit from medium 42° sponge hardness taking full control on your spins.

    Your style is versatile and you are smart enough to combine top spin potential with a medium soft sponge to guarantee superior feedback and control.

    Add some extra speed in your stroke and the R42 will provide the dynamic performance you are looking for.

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    Specifications

    Price
    7,400 Yen(Include tax 8,140 Yen)
    Producer
    Andro
    Product code
    112287
    Customer Reviews SummaryAI Summary
    Highly rated as a balanced rubber for beginners to intermediate players, excelling in spin and control while lacking sufficient speed for elite-level athletes. Multiple reviews recommend back-side placement, with this rubber being particularly suitable for players seeking stability and finesse in short-range techniques.
    ■ Frequently Mentioned Points
    • Excellent grip and spin performance with strong grip strength
    • Back-side usage provides superior stability and control
    • Relatively easy execution of short-range techniques
    • Soft sponge makes it beginner-friendly
    • Moderate speed may feel insufficient for aggressive play
    ■ Representative Voices
    ▲ PositiveThe grip sensation is stronger than Rozena and it flies smoothly. The spin is easy to apply and stability is remarkable, making it ideal for drive-focused players seeking both speed and spin.
    ▽ CriticalThe soft sponge causes energy loss during strong impact shots, and lacks sufficient power for aggressive third-ball attacks. Additionally, the durability is relatively short, possibly due to a thin top sheet.

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      Makeover weapons expert Department of robot Kong teacher

      Reviews by user

      Easy to use (≧∇≦)(≧∇≦)
      I paired it with V-15 Extra and used it on my backhand
      Topspin drives are great of course, and backhand drives are especially easy to hit with tons of spin
      That green sponge is just so cool (≧∇≦)

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      2017/03/18
      All
      9/10
      Speed
      9
      Spin
      9
      Control
      8
      Hardness Little hard

      Racket recommended use VEGA EURO

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      Utah (Experience: ４〜５ years) A new genre

      Reviews by user

      A lot of sources predicted this would suit intermediate players' backhands, but I felt it didn't suit a punchy hitting style. If you always sink the ball in and drive it forward with spin, you get high-quality shots. I think it would also suit forehand players who like soft rubbers. Once you get used to its unique bounce, the short game over the table is easy to control too.
      However, it's hard to vary the pace of your shots, so it requires some skill.
      I think anyone who prefers grinding out rallies rather than going for one big winner would be satisfied with this rubber's performance.
      Sorry for the long post.

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      2017/03/18
      All
      8/10
      Speed
      8
      Spin
      7
      Control
      5
      Hardness Little soft

      Racket recommended use INFINITY VPS V

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      Ayu love Shirai! (Experience: ４〜５ years) Ohh~

      Reviews by user

      It's not very affected by incoming spin. I'd recommend it for mid-distance and close-to-the-table play!!

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      2017/03/14
      All
      9/10
      Speed
      7
      Spin
      9
      Control
      8
      Hardness Little soft

      Racket recommended use Mizutani Jun Super ZLC

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      Ultraman drive (Experience: ６〜１０ years)

      Reviews by user

      I put this on my backhand. This is after some test hitting. The spin and speed are good, but what stands out most is how easy it is to counter with. I also think it's affected less by incoming spin than most inverted rubbers.

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      2017/02/18
      All
      10/10
      Speed
      8
      Spin
      9
      Control
      9
      Hardness Little hard

      Racket recommended use Timo Boll ALC

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      Trident (Experience: ６〜１０ years)

      Reviews by user

      The thickness is Ultra Max. The balance of speed, spin, and control is good, making it easy to play an all-around game. I switch blades depending on my opponent, but just like the R47, a blade with this rubber is also good for hitting from farther back, so it's good for battling attacking-style players.

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      2017/02/18
      All
      10/10
      Speed
      8
      Spin
      9
      Control
      10
      Hardness Little soft

      Racket recommended use WANOKIWAMI REN OFF

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