Is Heavy badminton racket good?

Racket weight is a personal preference, but a head heavier racket does add more power if you have enough strength to control the racket. Head heavier rackets are not suited for all players. Lighter rackets are easier to control, but you give up some power if they are too light.

How heavy should a badminton racket be?

Weight Range (grams) Most rackets are weighted around 3U (85-89g) or 4U (80-84g), this is because it’s a good weight balance for players to hit hard without compromising on speed. Typically singles players will use heavier rackets 3U (85-89g).

How much should I spend on a badminton racket?

How much do I need to spend? A top-level badminton racket can cost as much as £170, but there’s no need for most players to spend that much. A beginner will be fine with a racket in the £20 to £50 range, and as you progress, the elite rackets are often available in cheaper variants, at prices ranging down to £50 or so.

How can you tell a real Yonex shuttlecock?

Some of the differences to look out for between Genuine and Counterfeit products

1. No. 1 – It’s hard to peel off the hologram sticker.
2. No. 2 – Check the YONEX logo.
3. No. 3 – Check the production numbers on the racquet cap.
4. No. 4 – Check check the colour of butt cap.

Do heavier badminton rackets give more power?

When swung at a same speed, heavy rackets exert more force on the shuttle in contrast to the lighter ones. Heavy rackets help in power game, while lighter ones are generally more preferable for long rallies.

What weight do professional badminton players use?

The weight should not exceed more than 100 grams. A majority of racket manufacturers use 1U, 2U, 3U, 4U to indicate the weight of the racket, 1U being the heaviest and 4U the lightest. The weight of high quality rackets range from 83 grams to 100 grams. Most racket manufacturers provide four grip sizes.

Is badminton a costly game?

I find badminton to be a very expensive game here in Singapore. shuttles cost about $20 for a decent type. And strings and rackets are expensive as well. Even booking the courts are expensive……

Why is Yonex so expensive?

They put the price really high but it’s always on sale. When it’s always on sale like the Yonex are, the sale price is the new retail. They do this so it gives the allusion of being super high quality but “oh! It’s on sale!