How to choose badminton

Badminton is a type of tennis, which is extremely popular during outdoor activities. The role of a ball here is carried out by a volanchik, and therefore there is no need for a tennis court or a well-prepared playground - you can even play on a regular lawn. Of course, only when the equipment for the game is chosen correctly.

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1. Top Badminton Manufacturers
   
2. Types of badminton rackets
3. Badminton racket selection options?

Top Badminton Manufacturers

Prefer should be products manufactured under the following brands:

1. Mookie

2. Mesuca

3. Abtoys

4. Yonex

5. Torneo

Each of the above manufacturers produces a great variety of different models, and in order to find the most suitable one, you should be familiar with both their characteristics and reviews of specific users on the Internet.

Types of badminton rackets

Depending on the specific conditions of use and purpose, all accessories for badminton can be divided into the following types.

Amateur

Designed for outdoor activities and amateur exploitation. It is made of metal or plastic, the mesh cloth is made of nylon. Differ in simplicity of a design and low cost.

Virtues

• Low weight;

• Great for outdoor activities;

• Simple and reliable design;

• Inexpensive;

disadvantages

• Workmanship is very mediocre;

• Not suitable for professional play;

Basic models

Devices of the average level are widely used by advanced amateurs and athletes as tools for training. The design of the handle, blade and shuttlecock is similar to that of professional models with some simplification of the materials used. A great option for those who are seriously keen on badminton.

Virtues

• High quality workmanship;

• A wide variety of models;

• Practically not inferior to professional models in functional features;

• Ergonomic and functional;

disadvantages

• The cost is higher than the base racket;

Professional models

Developed to meet the needs of professional athletes and are designed for operation in a hard sports rhythm. Workmanship is at a high level, and the functional features and structural elements are designed for a long-term intensive game. A large variety of models are on sale, which allows you to choose the best option for a specific athlete.

Virtues

• Maximum functionality;

• Exceptional quality materials;

• Wide model range for any operating conditions;

• Designed for professional use;

• Fine performance;

disadvantages

• Expensive;

Badminton racket selection options?

The material from which the frame is made racket

1. Plastic models have decent strength and relatively low weight.

2. Metal (aluminum, titanium) is used in the manufacture of basic and many professional models.

3. Wood is a top-level material used in the manufacture of many models of the middle and higher price segment.

The material from which the racket mesh is made

Nylon fishing line - budget material, characterized by mechanical strength and perfectly performing functions. Disadvantage

1. is increased tensile properties under load;

2. Metal - durable and tough, but heavy material. Rackets with a metal grid are highly specialized models designed for specific operating conditions;

3. Thin synthetic braided cord - the best option, providing decent rigidity and featuring minimal stretchability;

Specifications racket

The parameters indicated on the packaging. It depends on them the functionality of a particular model and the possibility of application in amateur and sports conditions.

1. Racquet weight. The less weight - the higher the maneuverability. Professional models weigh no more than 75-80 grams, amateur, as a rule, 20-30% heavier;

2. Racquet balancing. There are two special cases. The first is a balance shifted towards the handle, this design provides increased maneuverability during the game. The second one is a balance shifted towards the net canvas, typical of impact racquets capable of transmitting the maximum kinetic energy to the shuttle;

3. The degree of string tension. Amateur models always go pre-tensioned in the factory and do not have a range for adjustments. Conversely, basic and professional models allow you to adjust the preload depending on the specific operating conditions;

The type and characteristics of the shuttle

Flounces are on sale, the plumage of which is made of natural feathers and of synthetic material. The first - an attribute of professional sports, the second used in amateur games. Shuttlecocks differ in design features and speed of flight - depending on them, they distinguish fast-moving, slow and glaring shuttlecocks.

How to choose a badminton racket?

1. Amateur models are made of metal, have a pre-tensioned nylon mesh and are equipped with shuttlecocks with artificial feathering;

2. Basic models are made of plastic or lightweight metal and are usually supplied one piece at a time. All other accessories must be purchased separately;

3. Professional models are made of carbon fiber or titanium alloy and constitute a single structure. The weight of the racket does not exceed 70-75 grams. Key characteristics are selected on the basis of the game technique and physical parameters of the athlete.

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Attention! This material is the subjective opinion of the authors of the project and is not a guide to purchase.