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APAC FORCE II MAX

The Apacs Force II Max combines exceptional power with great handling. Power & Control.
Ideal for intermediate & advanced level players.
- Dark Grey
- Triple Speed System Frame
- Medium Flex
- Affordable
YONEX ASTROX 88S

The YONEX Astrox 88S great for intermediate / advanced level players of both singles & doubles.
- Great for Doubles / Singles
- Flex: Stiff
- All-Rounder
LI-NING A800

Designed for balance, power and control, ideal for skill players with quick hands.
Ideal for intermediate level players.
- Pre-strung
- Blue, Black, Red & White
- Shaft Flex: Medium
- Great Value
Here’s what the Experts had to say about these rackets
Apacs Force II Max
“Instant power for smashes“
Combines exceptional power and great handling, and overall improved execution.
Yonex Astrox 88S
“The Astrox 88S is a very good racket“
It’s a playmakers racket, somebody who likes to find spaces, controls the shuttle well and can hit reasonably hard.
Li-Ning A800
“Perfect for smashing & clearing“
The Medium-flex shaft and even balance ensure that you always plenty of power for your shots. Offers a quicker swing through the air.
Check out their reviews in full via the links included above.
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Things to Consider When Purchasing a New Badminton Racket
- If you can pick up and get a feel for the racket before you buy. Unfortunately this is not always possible with many purchases obviously coming from online retailers.
- It may take a couple of weeks to get used to your new racket. Don’t dismiss it as being the wrong racket until you have played several times with it.
- Do you like a lighter or heavier racket head? What about shaft flexibility? Stiff or flexible? The style of play will largely determine the answer to these questions but it is something you need to think about before purchasing.
- What type of string do you intend to use?
- What’s your budget? Buying the most expensive racket won’t instantly make you a better player. Technique and skill level are far more important.
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