After experimenting with a wide range of professional backhand rubbersincluding Tenergy 05/05FX/80, Tibhar Evolution EL-P and Fastarc G-1I kept running into the same problems: excessive springiness, unpredictable blocking, and inconsistent touch in the short game. These rubbers all had plenty of speed and spin, but they were simply too lively for my backhand, this is because I have a naturally powerful stroke which engages the rubbers catapult effect causing unforced errors. I turned to Mark V but this proved too slow.
The Nittaku Fastarc C-1 ultimately solved those issues. Its biggest strength is its linear, predictable response: it provides power when I choose to engage, yet stays composed and controlled during passive shots and delicate touches. The grippy topsheet makes handling heavy spin on service returns noticeably easier, and the medium-soft sponge offers a forgiving feel that produces safe, high-arc opening loops. Blocking is also more stable thanks to the rubbers ability to absorb pace without sending the ball long.
What surprised me most is how the C-1 combines the control and speed of EL-P with the grip and spin reminiscent of Tenergy 05FX, all while giving me better command over my aggressive backhand game. It has noticeably improved my consistency on my flicks, drives, loops and pushes slightly inconsistent on flat hits but overall it has improved my shot selection. Very underrated rubber I would highly recommend it for players who value spin and control and who can generate their own power this rubber is amazing.
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Nittaku Fastarc C-1
The Nittaku Fastarc C-1 rubber is "Fast" with an "Arc"! It is the ingenious creation from Nittaku combining a “tension spin” top sheet with a “soft strong sponge”. It takes the best attributes from earlier Fastarc rubbers: G-1 and S-1 and utilizes them to make the new Fastarc C-1. This combination creates an incredible grip and speed to allow players to create artistic shots.
Speed: 96
Spin: 95
Control: 68
Hardness: Medium
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Reviews of Nittaku Fastarc C-1 (37)
Weighed around 45gm after cut on standard blade. It is an upgrade to me over vega Europe, used in 2mm thickness which is max for this rubber. Pushes are very nice. Lot of control. But still good power when playing offensive shots. I used it in my backhand. Works well with stiff blades like Boll alc.
This rubber seems to pair well with my Butterfly Viscara blade. Finally I found something powerful and not too costly: the younger brother of Tenergy 05. The thickest rubber I could get is 2.0 mm and I could feel a bit hard on the drive. But the feel of a power forehand drive was easy with this rubber if I was able to get the proper form to execute it. If not careful I tend to net if I do not raise my arm enough. The backhand is also very powerful but sometimes I am not in a spot to lift it up. This rubber is quite light, good coupling with my Viscara to create good arcs across the table. Anyway I am happy to discover something other than Joola that works better for me.
The best rubber for my intermediate skills. Good at everything, especially in chop block. Very forgiving rubber. Every mistake is mine. More suitable for me than G-1, which I have used in several blades. The top sheet is same on both, but it is much more fun to play with this 45 degree sponge, and I also get better spins with it. I have tried C-1 (2mm) on forehand with Killerspin Kido 5A and Donic Original No 1 Senso, and it works on both. For the backhand I think I need a tensor rubber of the same hardness. I believe Andro Hexer Grip would be a good match for this.
A very good rubber. 47g cut. It's fh rubber for me. Top spin very easy in open loop and counter top. The pushes are also easy. In the esn tensor era, for me it's a win.
More control than tenergy , I do less faults and I put more balls on the table.
More control than tenergy , I do less faults and I put more balls on the table.
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