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What badminton racket should I buy?
I've recently started playing badminton and I really enjoy it, so much so that I'd like to buy my own racket. I'm looking to spend between £30 and £50 but I have no idea what to look for... help?
@leonkehoe: I'm on a strict diet of French bread. That's just how I roll.
Im a big fan and club player of badminton, and i have tried lots of different rackets etc.
I would say it mostly depends on your playing style, If you have a big smash and use it a lot, you want a head heavy racket with a stiff frame. And the converse if you are a defensive player.
If you want more info, i would recommend badmintoncentralforums.
This is a bit of steal atm:
http://www.directbadminton.co.uk/Pro...o#.UVOAS1eyktc
Dentist, and general teeth lover.
leonkehoe (31-03-2013)
That's some good advice right there, thank you.
I'm not really sure what type of player I am yet, it's too early to say... but I'd like to be more of an offensive player. Does the racket you've linked to favour a defensive or offensive playing style?
@leonkehoe: I'm on a strict diet of French bread. That's just how I roll.
its about in beween really. To be totally honest, it won't make a significant difference until you get really good at badminton.
Dentist, and general teeth lover.
leonkehoe (01-04-2013)
It was released in 2010... I've seen there's the 9 available now, but even that was released in 2011. I don't want to get too bogged with the age of the racket as I'm sure technological advancements in badminton rackets aren't game changing these days but if the price difference is only a few quid I'd rather get the newer version, although I suppose new doesn't always translate to better...
@leonkehoe: I'm on a strict diet of French bread. That's just how I roll.
very true, don't think there has been any significant changes in the racket technology.
in fact some players i know swear by some of their 'old' rackets, you'd have to pry it from their dying hands before getting them to switch.
Dentist, and general teeth lover.
As with most sports equipment.... Go to a proper sports shop and ask advice.
It'll be more expensive than online but you'll be supporting a local business and buying what you need for the job.
I've generally used Yonex racquets over the years, preferred slightly over the Browning one I also tried.
But as Abaxas said, best to ask your local shop, they'll tune u into ur specific game style and ability...
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leonkehoe (28-05-2013)
Anyone here ever tried Li Ning Lin Dan N90 III racquet ? I read the review. Seems like pretty awesome
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