hi, i have been seeing posts about having to be good enough to benefit from a good racket (like MP range rackets). but what is ur defination of good.

do u guys mean professional level, or do u guys just mean that u can't be a newbie to use a MP racket.

anyway, i dun play in tounaments, but i play with a number of friends weekly. i do not have any coaching but we just try to learn from each other and by watching better players play.

a gauge of my skill level... i can clear from end to end if i position myself well, i can smash with some directional control. But my netplay's really bad though and i'm working on it, and my footwork is bad too.

anyway, i'm just looking for a racket cos i lost my old carbonex (really old, had it before i could play badminton, ie, my dad's, but it's quite good, not sure, cos it's the only racket i had) *ouch*. so just seeking advice.

i'm just asking cos am thinking of buying a MP77 (yonex or winex), but i'm afraid it's too good for me and i find myself worse off with it.. *sigh* help!

oh, btw, does anyone know where to get ashaway rackets in singapore? anywhere i can find descriptions of ashaway rackets? have been searching like crazy but no description.

cab 21 good good!!! if u could wield a cab racket good then i muse u could just use any racket!!! i think....:p

Well, depends on your purpose. If you can wield the racquet and still win a few games among your peers (ie you enjoy playing using the racquet), it should be good enough. :) However, there are a lot of things that you need to sort out: cost, racquet clashes (if you are playing double), etc.

Good luck.

yes u can use MP's but go for the lower ones i.e the 22,24,27 as these arn't that stiff and are good for your level of play :)

a MP 77 might be too stiff for u a MP 33 might be right on your limit :)

Use the racket that suits you, listening to "I suggest's" is all very well for positive comments about a racket and some objective ones but you need to try out all the rackets that you can before you settle on what you want.

If you feel good using a £2 racket opposed to a £150 racket then you have saved yourself £148 compared to having the latest fasion accesory, on hte other hand if you like using the £150 racket then you have to be carefull because a bad clash could cost you another £150.

I objectify the main things about rackets:

When you start, rackets are usually borrowed in a club or given as gifts. They are usually cheap rackets costing about £30 or there abouts. You need to learn proper technique and be sure you like the game before moving on to the next level.

Once you are satisfied you are improving and have consistency in your strokes and game then it is time to think about moving on to another racket, but, be objective. Don't go to a sports shop, pick up the shiny one and say I'll take that. Take off all the card and tickets so you feel the proper weight and balence etc. Try it for a while, remember it takes a length of time to get used to your racket. And go for the one that you feel comfortable using.

What is your level of play? Who cares! It has no bearing on what racket you can use, use what benefits you the most, don't be pushed into buying a racket because someone suggests it. What is good for them might not be good for you. I know complete beginners that use MP100's and MP99's, they use them because it suits them.


Only recently I tried a Cab 20 Muscle, a beautiful looking racket (all black with gold writing). But I soon found out I cannot play with it after a brief test period.

So: try out as many rackets as you can for as long as you can so you get the feel for
what is right for your game, if you need help find a neutral body in a shop that is
dedicated to rackets, they will advise you as to what racket can benefit your
game and more importaintly why it will benefit you!

ngihtsky what u mean u cant find any ashaway racquets in s'pore.. Got what.......

well dill, thanks for ur advice. but the thing is.. if i do get to try out all these rackets, i dun need to ask questions here. yah.. but, i do get ur point. but cos i dun know ppl with it, so i had no choice but to resort to asking u guys.

yah, ttktom, i am thinking along that line.. getting less stiff one. just that i have heard nothing abt MP22/33 from anyone and have no idea abt it specs. okay, at least i know now that it is less stiff. thanks!

ashaway rackets in singapore. maybe i'll check out the bigger stores in bras brasah.

Muscle Power 22
MANUFACTURER Yonex

PRODUCT TYPE Badminton Racket

MATERIAL Graphite

FLEX Flexible

WEIGHT 92 grams

SHAFT Normal

SHAPE Isometric

MP 33Lt
A racket that is highly developed for power and control. Superb limited offer Not only the lowest price currently available but FREE!! Yonex Drinks Bottle (rrp £6.99) and 1dz Carlton AG4 Feather shuttles (rrp £9.99) - Whilst Stocks Last.
SPECIFICATIONS
MANUFACTURER Yonex

PRODUCT TYPE Badminton Racket

MATERIAL HM Graphite

FLEX Medium Stiff

WEIGHT 85 grams

SHAFT Normal

SHAPE Isometric

hope this helps u nightsky :)

thanks.. what abt ashaway tmp 550. any specs for it?

1. Depend on how u define good in racket: In price? In performance (various base on ur preference)? In material? In demand? Who's using it (great fans)?

2. Depend on how u define good for skill: Any standard? Compare with blah blah people, I can say I am really good. Compare to the pros, I am surely nothing.

3. There's no restricted rule for using equipment. Samething like why can't a 1st day driver drives a brand new model BMW, if s/he can afford the price.

4. Set ur own price range, know ur own style, go with the one have comfortable feeling. Try to pick a good "combo" with the above factors, and enjoy. :)

U can get the ashaway racket at Pacific Sports. Check their munber from the operator. Their sales rep is Malek Awab. U can also get the racket at Sportslink and Mustafa Centre.

a MP 77 might be too stiff for u a MP 33 might be right on your limit

MP33 is stiffer. See the sticky on the Yonex racket specifications; cooler has tested a lot of the rackets and posted good information there.

do u guys mean professional level, or do u guys just mean that u can't be a newbie to use a MP racket.
You can be a newbie, but it doesn't make much sense. There's a 2 primary issues:
1) hard to use the racket
2) may get into clashes

I would say that if you are able to do your basic strokes easily, then you can move on to any racket. Be aware that MP rackets are less durable than beginner rackets though.

2. Depend on how u define good for skill: Any standard? Compare with blah blah people, I can say I am really good. Compare to the pros, I am surely nothing.

I agree, it's not necessary to get a good racket if you are not in serious competition. But if you will eventually, then you can move to a better racket.

I think you might find a 2U MP77 a bit on the sluggish side. Maybe a 3U will serve you better.

FYI, MP33 has been a very popular racket; it should play very well.

You should try all the rackets out; I don't see why you have to get a flexible racket like MP22. I've found stiff rackets to play well, and I'm an intermediate player.