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Review of Thrax Grand Edition English Willow Cricket bat
Review of Thrax Grand Edition and other English Willow Cricket Bats by Khelmart Buyers.
Yonex Astrox Shadow Models series for Advance Badminton players
Yonex Astrox 99 is top line racket in Astrox Series Which is Endorsed by Kento Momota. This racket is known for its powerful smash power, deceptive skills and incredible control on shots.
Astrox 99 is costly racket (Khelmart Price Rs 12000.0) while its looks and features attract many players to have it in kit bag. Not every player can afford the Astrox 99, similarly, Yonex Astrox 88s and Astrox 88d are costly racket developed for skillful and dominative game type. These are Top Line Yonex Rackets and all most all emerging players (who want to improve badminton skills) love to play with Higher End Astrox Series but budget is the main concern as these rackets are very expensive.
To make these rackets available for advance players with optimum price range, Yonex introduces Astrox Shadow Racket Series with following options:
(1) Yonex Astrox 38s
(2) Yonex Astrox 38d
(3) Yonex Astrox 39
(4) Yonex Astrox 68s
(5) Yonex Astrox 68d
(6) Yonex Astrox 69
Yonex launched 6 new Astrox series rackets with similar graphics to Yonex Astrox 99, Astrox 88s and Astrox 88d.
These new rackets are shadow models on Higher End Rackets with Following Key Benefits:
- These rackets are developed by Yonex Japan while manufactured at Yonex – China or Yonex Taiwan. So enjoy the result of Japanese R & D.
- Astrox series rackets are developed with Stiff shaft and apart from 38S, all other rackets are head heavy configurations, player will feel immense power on shots and better control
- Astrox shadow models are developed with HM graphite and Nanomesh material
- These rackets are suitable for different playing style as per individual playing style.
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About Yonex Astrox Series:
Yonex Astrox series is developed with rotation generation system which includes the counter weight balance theory to adjust the weight towards head and grip side of the racket. This concept helps in proper weight distribution towards head and grip side of the racket for optimize racket performance. With rotation generation system, player can hit steep angle shots.
Further, with this concept as the frame rotation speed is optimized so player will get smooth transfer to energy for next shot or player will be ready quickly for next shot. This helps in better counter attack or making fast drive shots.
Along with Rotational generation system, these Astrox series rackets are developed with Yonex flagship technologies like solid feel core, Aero and Box frame, control support cap , isometric and many more.
Astrox series rackets are little head heavy to head heavy configuration rackets with exceptional shot control ability, so player will get both the attacking playing style and control play game.
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Details of different Yonex Astrox shadow models:
Yonex Astrox 68D:
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Yonex Astrox 68D is manufactured as an Astrox 88D variant and have similar graphics, frame cross section and overall cosmetics like Astrox 88D. So player who cannot afford the Astrox 88D can go for Astrox 68D rackets. This will give the feel on higher end Astrox 88d.
Its weight is around 83 grams which is lightweight racket with stiff shaft. Stiff shaft helps in generating quick repulsion and fast response to opponent’s shots. A stiff shaft characteristic also ensures the accurate shuttle placement and sharp cross corner shots.
Yonex Astrox 68S:
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Players with extraordinary skillful badminton game require a racket with unique combination of racket characteristics which includes fast racket handling and powerful smashes. For players looking for extraordinary speed and control Yonex launched its new Astrox series racket which is Astrox 68S.
Yonex developed this racket with Nanomesh material, Nanomesh is new generation material with spring back action. By using Nanomesh material in shaft, additional spring back characteristics of shaft are achieved results into power enhancement.
Yonex Astrox 69:
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Yonex Astrox 69 is new Astrox series racket with rotation generation system offers best power and rotational frame speed for better swing speed and steep angle of attack.
Yonex developed this racket with Nanomesh material, Nanomesh is new generation material with spring back action. By using Nanomesh material in shaft, additional spring back characteristics of shaft are achieved results into power enhancement.
Yonex Astrox 38S:
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Racket weight is 83 gms and it is even balance configuration with stiff shaft. Even Balance and stiff shaft is design to provide player a new level of racket feel with more speed and great control.
This Badminton racket is developed for advance badminton player who love to play accurate and fast shots with pin point accuracy empowered by great racket control.
Player who cannot afford expensive Astrox 88s can go for Astrox 38s as it is developed on same platform with similar graphics and racket characteristics.
Yonex Astrox 38D:
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Yonex Astrox 38D is new Astrox series racket with rotation generation system offers best power and rotational frame speed for better swing speed and steep angle of attack. With having superior racket characteristics, player feels confidence against the opponent and utilizes attacking skills in order to win the game.
Yonex developed this racket with Nanomesh material, Nanomesh is new generation material with spring back action. By using Nanomesh material in shaft, additional spring back characteristics of shaft are achieved results into power enhancement.
Racket weight is 83g while it is developed with stiff shaft configuration suitable for skillful game (Stiff shaft is always useful for getting better control on shots).
Yonex Astrox 39:
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Yonex Astrox 39 is latest launched by Yonex for skillful player love to utilize attacking playing skills while focus on sharp angle of attack and wants to enhance the counter attack game.
Developed with improved rotational generation system, this racket utilizes the counter weight balance theory which offers better head speed, better angle of attack and effective control on shuttle.
Yonex Astrox 39 is developed on similar platform (Same Frame design, graphics, and shaft characteristics) like Astrox 99 however shaft of Astrox 99 is 7mm diameter with additional material like Namd.
What are the Key features in these rackets?
- Astrox 68s, 68d and 69 rackets are developed in Japan while manufactured at Taiwan. So players who want Taiwan manufactured rackets will love to player with this series.
- Astrox 38s, 38d and 39 are developed by Yonex Japan while it is manufactured at China.
- These are shadow models of Yonex Astrox 99, Astrox 88d and 88d.
- Out of 6 rackets, 5 rackets are head heavy while only Astrox 38s is head light racket.
- Frame of these rackets are made of HM graphite while shaft is made of HM graphite and Nanomesh (Shaft of Astrox 99 is developed with Namd ).
- All 6 rackets are developed with stiff shaft.
- Player can use Max string tension upto 28 lbs.
- Shaft of 68s, 68d and 69 is 7.1 mm diameter while shaft of 38s, 38d and 39 is 7.2 diameters.
- These rackets are developed for targeting different types of players. .i.e. Astrox 68s and 38s are developed for skillful game mostly for that player who loves more control and fast racket handling. While Astrox 68d and 38d are developed for attacking game style.
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LATEST YONEX SUPER ACE V SERIES BADMINTON SHOES
Yonex introduces the latest light weight with True cushion technology Badminton Shoes for intermediate badminton players.
Yonex Super ACe V will provide following key benefits to badminton players:
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Competitive price range for good quality badminton shoes with Yonex Brand
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This shoe is developed with true cushion technology which deliver better shock absorbing ability which eventually results into better confort
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With True shape Technology , player will get better fitting and better shoe life.
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Shoe is made of non marking sole with proper gripping patterns so that player will get effective traction force.
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Traction force helps in better court covering.
These badminton shoes are made of latest technology , following are the details of the technology used for making the badminton shoes:
Yonex True Cushion Technology:
In this technology , Yonex used specially designed Eva material with 2 layer concept. 2 Layer Eva sheet offers better comfort and better shock absorbing ability. Following are the key benefits of True cushion technology:
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This badminton shoe technology provide maximum shock absorbing ability to players.
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Easy and quick compression recovery on impact.
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True cushion technology in made of high resilience which ensure to retain its original shape after impact load.
Following are the color variant in Super Ace V badminton shoes:
Super Ace V comes in 4 different color variants.
1st Color Variant – Yellow and Blue:
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First and most attractive color variant is yellow and blue. This color variant looks very vibrant and offers attractive look. Its base color is yellow while on top of that Blue color Yonex Logo looks very elegant.
2nd Color Variant –White and Blue:
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Second variant base color is white while on top of that blue color Yonex Logo color is yellow.
3rd Color Variant – Grey and Lime Green:
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Third variant base color is Grey while on top of that Lime Green color Yonex Logo looks very elegant.
4th Color Variant Black and Orange:
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Forth variant base color is Black while on top of that Orange color Yonex Logo looks very elegant.
Latest Li Ning Badminton Rackets in Sept 2018 – Super Force and Hi Power Series
Li Ning launched two brand new series for beginner to advance badminton players. These series are latest in Li Ning catalogue and offer best performance to players. These brand new LI Ning Badminton rackets are equipped with latest and innovative racket technologies.
These Latest Badminton Rackets are equipped with technologies like High tensile slim shaft, dynamic optimum frame, Ultra carbon material and many more.
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Badminton player will get following key benefits from it:
- These rackets are made from high grade material which offers better performance.
- Hi Power series rackets are made from Graphiteand aluminum so these are developed for beginners
- Super Force series is developed with ultra carbon material which delivery better performance and developed for intermediate to advance players.
- Hi Power series provide better frame rigidity and optimum weight distribution.
- Super force series is light weight in nature while its frame is made from High grade material which provide ability to sustain higher string tension:
In this Bog we shall explain the two different series launched by Li Ning:
LI Ning Super Force Series for Intermediate Payers:
- Li Ning super force series is basically developed for intermediate to advance players.
- Super force series is developed on dynamic optimum frame concept in which sweet spot of racket kept little upwards as compare to normal racket. This helps in better and enlarges sweet spot. Big sweet spot always helps in powerful shots.
- To improve the overall aero dynamics of the frame, Li Ning used the aero dynamic frame known as aerotec Beam system. In Aerotec beam system, cross section of frame is designed is such a way so that frame feel minimum air resistance. With minimum air resistance, overall swing speed of frame is improved which results into fast racket handling.
- With fast racket handling, player can perform better drive shots and quickly response to opponent shots. We all know that in badminton game speed is the key of success.
- Li Ning used high tensile slim shaft for making the super force series. In this .7 mm top slim shaft design provide better strength and flexibility to shaft. Better, durable and flexible shaft transfer the maximum power to shuttlecock.
- Slim shaft also offer improved aerodynamics characteristics to players. With better aerodynamic of shaft, player can easily maneuver the racket and get added advantage.
- To improve the overall racket characteristics, Li Ning used ultra carbon material in frame and shaft.
- By adding ultra carbon material racket frame and shaft, racket overall performance improved significantly.
- With ultra carbon, racket rigidity, torsion strength bending strength improved which results into better playing characteristics.
LI Ning HI Power Series for Beginners:
- Li Ning Hi Power series is developed for beginner level of players.
- It is mid weight racket series with weight of the rackets around 93 gms.
- Frame of Hi power series is made of Aluminum while its shaft is made of tempered steel.
- With the combination of Graphite and allow aluminum, Hi power series is equipped with all the necessary features and technologies required for beginner level of game play.
- Hi Power series will provide better aerodynamics , better swing and since it is mid weight racket so it will offer plenty of power on strokes
- Player with all round type of playing skills will defiantly like this racket.
Different Rackets in Li Ning Super Force Series:
LI Ning Super Force 82:
Weight: 82 Gms
Flexibility: Medium
Grip Size: S1
Strung Tension : 28 lbs
Full High Carbon Graphite Lining Badminton Racket
Aerotec Beam System
Dynamic Optimum Frame | Extra Smash Power
LI Ning Super Force 83:
Weight: 83 Gms
Flexibility: Medium
Grip Size: S1
Strung Tension : 28 lbs
Full High Carbon Graphite Lining Badminton Racket
Aerotec Beam System
Dynamic Optimum Frame | Extra Smash Power
LI Ning Super Force 84:
Weight: 84 Gms
Flexibility: Medium
Grip Size: S1
Strung Tension : 28 lbs
Full High Carbon Graphite Lining Badminton Racket
Aerotec Beam System
Dynamic Optimum Frame | Extra Smash Power
LI Ning Super Force 85:
Weight: 85 Gms
Flexibility: Medium
Grip Size: S1
Strung Tension : 28 lbs
Full High Carbon Graphite Lining Badminton Racket
Aerotec Beam System
Dynamic Optimum Frame | Extra Smash Power
Different Rackets in Li Ning HI Power Series:
LI Ning HI Power X3:
Frame Material: Aluminum Allow
Shaft Material: Graphite Shaft
Weight: 93 Gms
Mid Racket suitable for all round type of players
LI Ning HI Power X5:
Frame Material: Aluminum Allow
Shaft Material: Graphite Shaft
Weight: 93 Gms
Mid Racket suitable for all round type of players
LI Ning HI Power X7:
Frame Material: Aluminum Allow
Shaft Material: Graphite Shaft
Weight: 93 Gms
Mid Racket suitable for all round type of players
LI Ning HI Power X9:
Frame Material: Aluminum Allow
Shaft Material: Graphite Shaft
Weight: 93 Gms
Mid Racket suitable for all round type of players
Yonex Duora 10 Vs Z Force 2- Comparison by Khelmart
About Comparison:
Voltic Z Force 2 and Yonex Duora 10 both are top line rackets from Yonex brand. International players like Lee Chong wei and victor Alexon used these rackets.
While VT Z force 2 is one of the deadliest rackets for attacker at same time, Duora 10 is already considered first choice for many international players.
In Blog, we are comparing two best in class Yonex professional badminton rackets. Vt zF 2 is all time hit model while Duora 10 is equipped with one of the finest technology ever used by Yonex in rackets.
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Comparing Methodology:
For comparing the two rackets we are using the testing of racket on court to check following critical parameters:
Racket Power and Hitting Time, Defense and Net Area!
We have done a detail testing of both the rackets to come up with final comparison results. We also used higher end graphics to display the review results so that player can easily identify the difference in two.
Comparison of Two rackets for Power & Hitting Time
Power of Duora 10:
We have test the 3U racket of Duora 10 which is approximately 89 gms. We used BG 65 Ti string with 26 lbs. As we know that Duora 10 is developed with two cross sections (1) with Aero Type section for speedy racket handling, this side is suitable for backhands. (2) Box type frame which is suitable for powerful shots or smashes.
We used the Box type frame section for hitting the smashes and 3rd line clear. Performance from 3Rd line is good and smashes got power. But it is very strange, even if you tried the Forehand side ,it will generate the sufficient power .
Observations:
Overall, Duora 10 generates good power from 3rd line and better smash power. Both the fame sides are good for taking the smashes
Power of Z Force 2:
Z Force 2 is equipped with improved Aerodynamics frame. It is head shape is unique and smaller as compare to other Yonex Rackets which helps in offering better power on shots. Yonex used thinnest shaft which further improve the swing speed of the racket.
The combination of thinnest shaft and smaller head provides better power on shots and easy clear.
Observations:
Z Force 2 is known for its pure power. Ultra slim shaft and compact frame helps in getting best power on smash. If you compare to two rackets than Vt Z Force 2 is absolutely clear winner as far as power in concern.
Comparison of Two rackets on Net area:
Duora 10:
If you use fast side of the frame then player will get better and fast swing speed and its head light configuration helps in precise control. On Net Area , Duora 10 provide better control and accurate shot while you play cut shots and fast drive shots.
Z Force 2:
If you play single game than you can easily play cuts and drive shots with more accuracy but if you are a doubles player then you may feel some sluggishness in responding to net area. It is a head heavy racket with extraordinary power on hand.
This unique capability makes this racket suitable for a different shuttle game.
Observations:
For doubles game , If you use Duora 10 with fast side than it will better than Z Force 2 while for single game you won’t find much difference on net area.
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Comparison of Two rackets for defense:
Defense of Duora 10:
On defense, Duora 10 performs better. Player will get fast reflection which helps in quickly position the racket for next shots.
Duora 10 provides better control on shots and very fast racket response. Player can very quickly return the drove shots or smash shots it will allow you to quickly adjust the shots.
Overall, Duora 10 is very good on defense and helps in better and fast return.
Defense of Voltric Z Force 2:
Voltric Z Force 2 Is a head heavy racket, however, Yonex used tri voltage system which helps in maintaining the swing speed of racket head.
If you play single game than, with Voltric z force, player can easily respond to the opponents shots. It will provide fast reflex which helps in position racket for opponent shots.
If you compare it with Duora 10, than player will feel some sluggishness.
Observations:
As we explained earlier, Z Force 2 is totally different racket which required a difference skillet to handle it. Professional player used to do lots of practice on net are and mid court to improve the defense to meet up the requirement of Z Force 2.
On defense, Duora 10 will provide you some added advantage over the Z Force 2. Duora 10 is slightly head light racket which helps in moving racket fast in air.
About Voltric Z Force 2:
Voltric Z Force 2 is Next Gen racket from Yonex brand. It is a Voltric series badminton racket which provides incredible power to badminton players to dominate on opponent.
This Voltric series badminton racket is developed with ultra thin shaft which is extra stiff in nature. Due to extra stiff shaft and ultra dynamic head shape, player will get powerful smashes and easy 3rd line clear. Ultra slim provide optimum flex while extra stiff nature offers exception control on shots.
Yonex VT Z Force II provides 6.2km/h more End shuttle speed as compare to tradition Z Force. With Z Force II, player will get 10 km/hr additional initial speed.
To increase the head speed, Yonex used compact frame technology which helps in better swing speed of frame.
To improve the racket head speed and to improve the overall racket aerodynamics, Yonex used all new racket grommets design. With new design, now grommets are kept inside the frame which results into better racket aerodynamic and helps in extra racket head speed.
About Duora 10:
Duora 10 is equipped with Dual optimum frame technology in which YONEX putted 2 types of frame sections design into single frame constriction.
Front side of the frame is designed with box section frame while backside of frame is designed with aero frame. This type of configuration gives two sections into single frame construction. Box section is designed with new material Nanometric Dr while aero section is designed with NI-TI fiber material. Both the Material together gives new and revolution frame designed which gives following benefits to badminton players.
Forehand side of frame is designed with Box type section and equipped with Nanometric DR Material which gives shuttle hold time 3%. Due to this player place the shuttle with more power and superb control.
Backhand side of frame is designed with aero type section and equipped with NI-TI fiber which gives repulsion 9%. Due to this player gets stiffer racket which results into quick racket repulsion
Overall the Duora 10 , all new type of racket with innovative feature and technology.
Latest 2018 Li Ning Badminton shoes- New Design
With growing Indian badminton market requirements of badminton equipments are also growing day by day. Lots of new players are coming in the market with innovative ideas and technologies.
While already established players Like Li Ning and Yonex are continuously doing technological advancement to provide best cricket equipment to players.
Li Ning recently launched the new badminton shoes for year 2018:
These shoes are equipped with latest technology and provide following key benefits to players:
- Wide last concept for better fitting and better comfort
- Best material for upper , Flyknit and microfiber for better durability and fitting
- Super Cushion technology for better cushion , comfort and durability
- Highly responsive Eva Mid sole for better energy management
- Breathable mesh for better Air circulation
- Optimum shape outsole for better traction force
- Scientifically design shape for better look
- Latest graphics and color combination
These Li Ning Badminton shoes are developed for intermediate to advance badminton players. With these shoes player will get better comfort, feel and energy to play long rallies without fatigue.
Here we are listing the Li Ning Latest 2018 Badminton Shoes:
Model : 1
LiNing Alpha Badminton Shoes:
This models in available in 3 different variants (All three variants are available on Khelmart.com).
LI Ning launched latest design shoes in 2018. Li Ning Alpha is a non-marking badminton shoe which is good for advanced players. It is made with cushion technology.
This lightweight badminton shoe provides you better comfort.
Shoe technology and its material will definitely improve the player performance and with Li Ning brand, player can be assured on its durability.
Its upper is made of microfiber and 100% PU material along with durable mesh. The combination of PU and microfiber offers better strength to shoe.
Shoe upper material is PU and advance mesh is provide for proper air circulation for better feel and comfort during long game play.
Midsole are made of pylon which is a very good shock absorbing material and EVA Sole Board for extra Cushioning. LiNing ALPHA shoes Insole part is Highly Flexible.
• Perfect Fit Upper
• Energy Returning Mid
• MaxGrip Sole
• TPU Insert in Sole
• Cushion in the main areas to absorb shocks
• Rubber material is Anti Slip
• High Quality Synthetic Leather
• Wider Last for Asian Feet
Model : 2
LiNing Ion II Super Light Badminton Shoes:
This models in available in 2 different variants (All two variants are available on Khelmart.com).
Li Ning ION II SUPER LIGHT badminton shoes is latest model launched by LI Ning in Year 2018.
This lightweight badminton shoe provides you better comfort.
It has Improved sole for better grip and traction force.
Shoe technology and its material will definitely improve the player performance and with Li Ning brand, player can be assured on its durability.
Its upper is made of microfiber and 100% PU material along with durable mesh. The combination of PU and microfiber offers better strength to shoe.
Shoe upper material is Microfiber + Fly knitting + PU + Mesh is provide for proper air circulation for better feel and comfort during long game play.
Shoe OutSole material is Rubber + Phylon Midsole is provide better comfort.
Midsole are made of pylon which is a very good shock absorbing material and EVA Sole Board for extra Cushioning.
Model : 3
LiNing Vibe Badminton Shoes:
Li Ning VIBE badminton shoes is latest model launched by LI Ning in Year 2018.
It is a non-marking badminton shoe which is good for advanced players. It is made with cushion technology.
This lightweight badminton shoe provides you better comfort.
This variant in available in black base color while on top of that Lime color graphics give a different look to shoes.
Shoe upper material is PU and advance mesh is provide for proper air circulation for better feel and comfort during long game play. s
Midsole are made of pylon which is a very good shock absorbing material and EVA Sole Board for extra Cushioning. LiNing VIBE shoes Insole part is Highly Flexible.
Model : 4
LiNing Jetta Badminton Shoes:
Li Ning JETTA badminton shoes is latest model launched by LI Ning in Year 2018.
It is a non-marking badminton shoe which is good for advanced players. It is made with cushion technology.
This lightweight badminton shoe provides you better comfort.
Shoe technology and its material will definitely improve the player performance and with Li Ning brand, player can be assured on its durability.
Its upper is made of microfiber and 100% PU material along with durable mesh. The combination of PU and microfiber offers better strength to shoe.
This variant in available in blue base color while on top of that Lime color graphics give a different look to shoes.
Shoe upper material is PU and advance mesh is provide for proper air circulation for better feel and comfort during long game play.
Midsole are made of pylon which is a very good shock absorbing material and EVA Sole Board for extra Cushioning. LiNing JETTA shoes Insole part is Highly Flexible.
Best Badminton Racket under 3000 for 2018 Rs
To choose the badminton rackets it is important to check badminton parameters so that player will get complete information about equipments:
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Nowadays with recent innovation in graphite material, racket produced by manufactured are coming with better durability, impact & bending strength.
Most of the amateur player want best racket under economical price range. To get best racket player need to check the specs carefully. Selecting branded racket is good option but at the same time check the specification of racket.
For Example , Yonex Voltric 5 is a head heavy racket with 89 gms weight and 24 lbs string tension and its selling price at khelmart is Rs2590.Similer configuration racket in Thrax (Rapid Z 104) will cost you around 1490 Rs (85 Gms weight 26 string tension).
So by the example it is clear that, before selecting any racket, always try to compare it with other brand rackets.
In this Blog we are listing the Best Badminton Racket under 3000 Rs
#1 Thrax Furious XM10:
Do you believe that 72 gms with 30 lbs racket under 3000 Rs. Yes, It’s Thrax Brand which launched the Furious ultra light series. Furious XM 10 is made of HM Japan 40 T graphite material.
Its handle is made of carbon graphite material which join free configuration. Which means there will no joint in the racket, not even in handle to shaft. It is single piece racket configuration.
Thrax used octane shape shaft in furious racket which in unique in its type.
It is a head heavy racket with stiff shaft. The combination of stiff shaft and head heavy configuration provide better power on shots.
#2 Yonex Voltric 5:
Yonex Voltric 5 is very popular model in Yonex Voltric series. It is head heavy racket with 89 gms weight.
Its shaft and frame is made from HM graphite material which offers better stiffness and frame durability.
Voltric 5 is equipped with Tri Voltage system which is designed to deliver better speed to player helps in fast drive shots while its head heavy nature offers better power helps in powerful smashes and shots.
Racket Frame cross section is designed with latest Aerodynamic concepts which offers less air resistance and results into fast racket swing speed. With fast racket swing speed player can effectively place the drive shots, half smashes and cross corner shots. It also helps in better drop shots and quick return in critical badminton rallies.
#3 Li Ning SS 99 Plus:
Li Ning SS 99 is latest Li Ning racket with head light configuration. It is developed with graphite material with better dynamic optimum frame concept.
Dynamic Optimum frame concept offers better frame power and impact strength to players. Weight of this racket is around 85 gms while it is available in S2 grip sizre.
#4 Li Ning SS 98:
Li Ling SS98 Strung Super Series Badminton Racket is designed for intermediate /Advance Badminton player who really want to dominate in the game with More Power and fast racket swing. Li Ling SS98 Badminton racket is developed with Aerotec beam system which designed to generate less Air resistance.
Due to minimum air resistance in racket frame, SS98 will provide you super fast racket swing and you can perforce better badminton drive shots. With Dynamic Optimum Frame, uniform distribution of forces across the racket frame occurred which generate more power on shots.LI Ning is world’s renowned firm in the field of sports equipment design and development
#5 Victor Arrow Power 5800:
The frame of this badminton racquet is made of Graphite+Resin. The length of the racquet is 675 mm. The isometric head shape provides a large surface area for the shots and distributes equal amount of force across the frame. Victor Arrow Power 5800 badminton racket is suitable for Intermediate and experienced players.
Victor Arrow power 5800 Badminton Racquets has medium stiffness which helps when serving backhand or when you are serving a power shot. The shaft of this badminton racket is made of Graphite+Resin+7.0 SHAFT.
#6 Victor Brave Sword 1300:
Victor Brave Sword 1300 is a durable badminton racquet. The shaft of this badminton racket is made of Graphite + Resin and 7.0 Shaft .The isometric head shape provides a large surface area for the shots and distributes equal amount of force across the frame.
These racquets use a new technology to reduce air resistance for stability. These racquets have a moderate string tension of 22-24 lbs and a standard length of 675mm. Victor Brave Sword 1300 badminton racket is suitable for Intermediate and experienced players.
# 7 Carlton Blade 3000:
Carlton Blade 3000 is developed with high modulus carbon fiber material which gives better impact strength to racket frame. With higher impact strength, player will get additional power on shots for easy 3rd line clear and extra power on smash
Racket is designed with Ari Blade technology in which racket frame cross section is developed with better aerodynamic cross section so that air resistance will be minimum. With minimum air resistance, player will get speedy racket handling and get better chance to play fast drive and accurate cross corner shots.
#8 Thrax Streak x 101:
Thrax Streak X 101 is latest 2018 launch by Thrax sports .This racket is made from 40T Japan graphite which is very durable and sustain high impact load on racket frame.
Streak X 101 is a lightweight racket (82 gm ) with head heavy configuration. Its frame is mad of 40T graphite with nano tube material which will provide better strength and ability to sustain high string tension up to 30 lbs.
This racket is developed with concept like lean attack which provide superb aero dynamics to frame so that it can swing very fast to provide edge on opponent
#9 Carlton Heritage V 5.2:
With innovative frame aerodynamic, Carlton Heritage series is unique in its category. With Even Balance configuration and aerodynamic frame, this racket will offer you killer racket speed by which you can surprise your opponent.
Heritage V5.2 is lightweight badminton racket (Around 80 Gms) ,further with improved aero dynamics player will get fast racket swing.
Carlton badminton used Japan High modules graphite material. This type of carbon graphite material is considered at best graphite material which can withstand the higher string tension up to 30 lbs. With higher string tension, player will get better power and repulsion from string bed.
Li Ning G Force PRO 2600:
Li Ning G Force pro 2600 Badminton Racket is equipped with all new features which make this racket extremely powerful and destructive for opponent. With innovative technology, G Force 1500 will provide you 2.8% shuttle speed while it will give you 7.8 % less drag force which eventually results into powerful hitting with optimum control over shots.
G force pro 2600 comes in Yellow & Blue color scheme and it is made of very light weight carbon fiber material. Its weight is W2 (80 to 86 gms) while it is available in S2 grip configuration.
How to Choose a Badminton Racket
Badminton Racket plays key role in badminton player performance. Perfectly select racket will help players in performing better on court while on other hand, if a player select racket wrongly than it will put adverse impact of performance.
So, badminton Racket should be selected carefully by considering following key points:
- Weight of the racket
- Balance Point of the Racket
- Stiffness of frame and material
- Material of the racket
- Frame shape and cross section of the racket
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Badminton Player should check following:
- Badminton racket should give flexibility to play as per player’s game need. I.e. if you are all round type of player then racket should be easy to move and offer better flexibility. If you are an attacking player then racket should provide extra power on shots. If you like to player fast game then racket should provide speedy racket handling.
- Badminton racket should be equipped with latest material technology so that it provides better performance.
- Weight of badminton racket should be less so that it is easy to maneuver.
- Racket technology should suit the player playing style.
Weight of the Badminton Racket:
It is important to check the weight of racket as impact the shots speed, accuracy and control.
Lightweight badminton racket helps in providing better swing speed and easy to swing for getting fast drive and smashes. While on other hand, racket with mid weight with head heavy configuration will offer better power on shots.
So based on players game sytle , player needs to select the badminton racket.
Some popular Lightweight Rackets:
Thrax Furious XM 10:
It is a latest launched by Thrax in lightweight category. Its weight is around 72 gms only which is ultra light weight in nature. This racket is made from Japan high modulus graphite material with nano tube.
The combination of graphite and nano tube offers better strength and lightweight nature to racket. This racket can sustain string tension up to 30 lbs.
Its balance point is around 310mm and shaft is mid flex.
The specialty of this racket is in its handle which is made from carbon fiber material so provide better strength, durability and lightweight nature.
Li Ning Windstorm 72:
It is made from HM graphite material with weight of 72 gms only. Li Ning Windstorm 72 is developed with advance superlight technology in which overall racket design change to reduce the racket weight Windstorm 72 weight is (72Gms 6U) which means it is lightest racket in Li Ning Badminton racket series.
Along with other parameter, this racket is designed for those players who wants very fast racket handling and wants to dominate in the game with fast racket handing. It is a soft Flex Badminton racket which is designed to give you best flex with perfect control over shots
Yonex Voltric FB:
Weight of Yonex Voltric FB is around 73 gms which is light in complete Voltric series. It is made of durable grade graphite material which can sustain the higher string tension above 30 lbs.
Yonex used innovative frame design concept which includes reengineered frame section at lower and mid area. Due to reengineered frame design, Air resistance reduced significantly which eventually helped in fast racket swing. With the help of fast racket swing, player now can place fast drop smashes, fast drive shots, accurate cross corner drop shots.
Balance point of Racket:
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Balance point of the racket is a point where we can balance it. Balance point defines the overall dynamics of the racket. Based on balance point a racket can be classified into 3 types:
Head Heavy Configuration:
If you try to balance the racket on finger and find out that its balance point is closer to head side (it means weight of the racket is more toward head side) than racket will said as head heavy configuration.
Head heavy racket are suitable for those player who love to play powerful shots. Due to moment of inertia, Head heavy configuration offer better power on shots so player can perform better smashes, better punch shots along with drive and cross corner shots.
Yonex Voltric series is most popular in head heavy series, Thrax Furious series is head series in Thrax Racket.
Yonex Voltric 5 is most popular model in Yonex Voltric series which offers better power on shots along with fast racket swing speed. Yonex Voltric series is equipped with Tri Voltage system which offers better power and better swing speed.
Thrax Furious XM 20 Gen 2 is another good model in head heavy series. This racket is developed with Lean Attack concept. Lean attack
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Head Light Configuration:
If you try to balance the racket on finger and find out that its balance point is closer to handle side (it means weight of the racket is more toward handle side) than racket will said as head light configuration.
Head light badminton rackets are consider as fast and quick as because of lesser weight on head side. This type of racket helps in fast swing speed which results into quick drive shots, quick drop shots and you can surprise your opponent by lightening fast swing speed.
Yonex Nanoray series represent the head light series which suitable for all round type of players. Nanoray series is good for those who love to player fast and quick shots.
Yonex Nanoray z Speed is very popular racket in Nanoray series and already recorded the fastest badminton smash.
Li Ning SS Series is head light series in Li Ning rackets. SS Series is very popular in player who loves to play with head light rackets.
Stiffness of the Shaft:
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Shiftiness of the shaft is very important characteristics of a racket. Stiffness represents the amount of bending of a shaft. If shaft of racket is stiffer than it will be difficult to bend it. Stiff shaft transfer the maximum power to shuttle and suitable for those who love to play with more power on smash and shots.
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Stiffer Shaft Rackets:
We know that if a shuttle hold on string bed for some time than there will be power on shots while on other hand if a shuttle repelled immediately after contact to string bed then there will some power loss.
Power on shuttle is transfer from string bed and it is depend on flexibility.
Stiffer Shaft offers lesser repulsion thus results into less power on shots. Rackets developed with stiffer shaft provide better control on shots.
As stiff shaft provide better control on shots so it will be suitable for players who love to play fast game with control shots on net area.
To handle the stiffer shaft rackets, advance level of badminton skills are required by player.
Yonex Voltric Z Force II is stiff shaft racket which offers extra ordinary speed and control to shuttle.
Flexible shaft are tends to flex during shuttle impact. With this action, shuttle holds on string bed for bit longer time and thus results into good repulsion. This action allow shaft to work as spring which Store energy during shuttle impact and releases it with more power.
So we can say that, Flexible shaft offers better power on shots as compare to stiff shaft.
As shuttle holds on string bed, so flexile shaft racket provide lesser control on shuttle and it is bit difficult to manage the shot control with flexible shaft.
Flexible shaft rackets are suitable for beginner to intermediate players.
Material of Rackets:
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Following are some of the popular rackets used in Rackets
- Aluminum Allow for beginner rackets
- Carbon graphite material
- High Modulus Graphite material
- Durable Grade Graphite Material
Different player required different type of racket and behavior of racket is also depends on material used in shaft and frame.
Rackets made with aluminum material will be heavy in nature (around 100 gms) and offer less flexibility to player.
Rackets made with carbon graphite material will be lightweight in nature and can sustain better impact and bending strength
Nowadays, manufactures are using higher grade graphite material for making the known as high Modulus. HM graphite provides better strength to racket along with better flexibility and durability.
Frame shape and cross section of the racket:
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There are two type of frame shape is very popular among the players.
- Isometric
- Oval Shape
Isometric head shape is very popular among the player due to its large sweet spot area. With Isometric head shape, player gets better and enlarges sweet spot.
Isomeric head shape racket provide better power.
Oval shape frame shape is suitable for those who want all round type of performance. Oval shape frame are aerodynamically well balanced and offer best Aerodynamics characteristics.
Yonex Carbonex Series is Oval head shape racket series
All about Yonex Power Cushion Badminton Shoes 2018
In 2018, Yonex launched all new Badminton footwear for professional and advance player with 3 layers and power cushion + technology. These higher end cushion technology, enables the player to get best in class comfort and feel. Checkout the detail blog on Badminton shoes selection Cushion is very important in badminton shoes as it provide following key benefits to players:
- Cushion provides better comfort and feel to players.
- Cushion helps in avoiding the injuries to players.
- Better cushion shoes help offering the extra bounce to player so that player will get maximum energy during movement.
- Effective cushioning helps in better energy management
- As badminton game required lot of body movement within the court. Due to lots of movement, if player shoes are not cushioned than it will create problem to player with some serious injuries.
As we understand the need of cushioning in badminton shoes, so it is important to under how the Power Cushion works in Yonex badminton shoes:
About Yonex Power Cushion plus Technology:
- Power Cushion plus is an upgraded version of traditional power cushion technology. In this technology, a special elastic resin material is used which is lightweight in nature. This special resign provide high shock absorbing ability.
- To further improve the resilience, special grove designed is used at mid sole which provide better optimum spacing results into better resilience.
- Compare to traditional power cushion, Power cushion plus provide 25% more shock absorbing ability with 12% better repulsion.
About Yonex Power Cushion Technology:
- Yonex power cushion technology is basically a combination of cushion material at heel and mid sole. This technology used a very soft but resilience material (Better than urethane) which absorb the shock and impact load and release them slow and steadily.
- This complete action of absorbing the shock load and release it slowly helps in better comfort and provide better cushion to players.
- By comparing the other cushion material like urethane, Power cushion provide 3 times better shock absorbing ability.
About Yonex 3 Layer Power Cushion Technology:
- In 3 layer power cushion, 3 layers are used to configure the power cushion. Top and Bottom layers are kept as hard so that it could absorb the 30% more shock as compare to original power cushion.
- At Middle, very soft material is used which basically quickly return to its original shape.
- Overall, 3 layer power cushion provide 5% more repulsion for enhanced transfer of energy.
Yonex used these Power cushion technology at different place to get maximum benefits to players. The combination of these technologies in single shoes is a revolutionary technique developed by Yonex to offer best in class comfort to players.
Now we are listing the best 5 Badminton shoes for Year 2018 with combination of Power cushion technologies:
Yonex Power Cushion 65 Z:
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This Power cushion badminton shoe is used by lots of international level players. Its design and look is traditional with lots of cut section stitching together.
This shoe is launched in two colors (1) Black and yellow (2) White and Black.
In first color variant, base color is black which the combination of PU and durable mesh. On black color, Yellow color rocker mesh is provided. Shoe design is simple but looks attractive with Yellow color graphics.
Yonex used two power cushion technology in this shoe. Power cushion plus technology is used at mid sole back side. While, power cushion technology is used at front side at mid sole.
The combination of two technologies offers best comfort to player.
Power Cushion shoe is developed for advance badminton players who required extreme cushioning in shoes. Upper of the shoe is made of PU leather, high quality mesh.
Yonex used all new technologies in this shoes like ToughBrid Light, Solid E.V.A.,Power Graphite Sheet,Power Cushion.
Yonex Power Cushion 65 Z Wide:
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It is a different variant of power cushion 65Z shoes. It is developed on wide last concept in which shoe upper is prepared on wide last to offer better comfort and feel. All other specification of shoes is same as 65Z previous model.
This shoe is available in single color variant. Base color of the shoe is white and side of upper is made of yellow and black color graphics. Overall, this shoe is suitable for advance badminton player who wants better cushion and good durability from shoe.
Yonex Power Cushion 03 Z:
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Power cushion 03 Z is the latest 2018 badminton shoe model. It is most popular badminton shoes in power cushion series. Its attractive design and looks offers best in class shoe feel to players. It upper is made of die cut sections sheet which is covered with durable mesh. Die cut section is latest concept which is used by Yonex in high end shoes.
To improve the fit of the shoe, Yonex used Asymmetric design which is curved eyelet creates a natural snug fit around the inner arch.
Yonex used toe assistance shoe which is a toe centric design philosophy that cuts down the pressure from big toe and offers improved support at mid foot. With this type of fitting, power losses is reduced and helps in better footwork.
This shoe comes in two color scheme (1) complete white (2) coral Red
Coral red is most popular and stylish shoes in these two.
Yonex Aerus 02:
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Yonex Aerus 02 is a hit model in year 2018. Aerus 2 offers two main features (1) its weight (2) Its design. It is the lightest shoes in complete Yonex badminton shoes catalogue. Its weight is around 270gms. This shoe is designed with latest die cut sections in which very thin toe cut section sheet is welded on high quality synthetic mesh material.
This shoe is manufactured with latest shoe technology which includes 3 Layer Power cushion, Flexion upper, durable skin light, sysnco fit insole.
Yonex used more mesh area in this shoe which results into better ventilation within the shoe. With better ventilation and proper air circulation, player will fell refresh during long practice sessions.
This material provide two benefits to players, it offers rubber like flexibility to player so that player can easily flex on court. With flexible upper material player will get added advantage on court covering.
DURABLE SKIN LIGHT upper provide better stiffness to maintain fit for long use. So DURABLE SKIN LIGHT materials provide both, flexibility and durability.
Yonex used limited stitching concept in this shoe. It means, stitching is used at minimum part of the shoe. Minimum use of stitching provides better style and durability to shoe.
POWER CUSHION COMFORT Z MEN
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In power Cushion comfort z shoe two types of cushioning are used to offer all new feel to players. At mid sole tradition power cushion is used. While at heel area, Power cushion is provide to give soft feel to player.
Yonex used the combination of two technologies in this shoe which offers better comfort, cushion and optimized energy transfer to players.
Yonex used power cushion in full sole (throughout the entire midsole) in this shoe. These helps in reducing the extra load on heel and thus reduce stress from ankle.
To improve the overall performance of the shoe , Yonex used very innovative material known as hyper MsLite which in 10% lighter as compare to traditional mid sole and offer better cushioning.
To improve the inner ventilation within the shoe, a new lightweight but durable mesh is used which improve the air circulation within shoe and provide better ventilation.
This shoe is available in single color scheme which is white and black. White color microfiber is used while color mesh is used which is lightweight in nature.
Overall, this shoe is a best option for advance badminton players.