What court surface are suitable for hobbyist payers of Badminton?

[kmodak]

Here in india we have mainly three types of court surfaces.

1. Hard Courts (Cement)

2. Wooden Planks flooring (Popular)

3. Synthetic surface hard court (hard to come by)

The first one is ruled out for players who want to extend their playing years as long as possible.

What are the pros and cons of the other two surfaces on the style and longevity of the player?

Does ones game need adaptation based on the surface played upon?

It would also be intresting to find who are the oldest but active playing members on this forum. They would probably be able to give the best advice.

[wedgewenis]

define hobbyist :confused:

i dont think it matters what level you are - the court should never be slippery at any level of skill - cuz its dangerous - it also prevents you from playing properly if the players are good.

i wouldn't want to play on cement though... i wouldn't want to fall on cement :eek:

[kmodak]

define hobbyist :confused:

i dont think it matters what level you are - the court should never be slippery at any level of skill - cuz its dangerous - it also prevents you from playing properly if the players are good.

i wouldn't want to play on cement though... i wouldn't want to fall on cement :eek:


Hobbyist - One who pursues an interest out of affinity and liking for that activity. Needs to carve time out of regular schedule and worklife for the activty of intrest.

SO the idea being that you want to play for many years rather than peak for a few years like pros do. You would want to protect knees/ joints etc. For such a requirement which is a better surface wooden or synthetic?

[adidas_lee]

Hi kmodak,
i had played on cement courts, wooden surface courts, anti-skid rubber mat courts. Of all these surfaces, the last one is the best,follows by wooden surface courts. The worst obviouly is cemented courts. As u know, this game needs alots of running,hopping, jumping and lunging,the courts' surfaces obviouly are important in cushioning yr feet,knees and joints. The amount of shock by yr body's weight is at least trible when u jump. So, continuous pounding will wear off our joints. So, we really need to take care of knees/joints if we want to continue playing. So, wear protective guards n bands if continued lifespan is to be ensured.:p
Vote for anti-skid rubber mat surfaces although it maybe abit more xpensive.;)
Lee

Hobbyist - One who pursues an interest out of affinity and liking for that activity. Needs to carve time out of regular schedule and worklife for the activty of intrest.

SO the idea being that you want to play for many years rather than peak for a few years like pros do. You would want to protect knees/ joints etc. For such a requirement which is a better surface wooden or synthetic?

[hcyong]

If there is a clay court, I would certainly try it :)

[silentheart]

If there is a clay court, I would certainly try it :)

Actually, badminton started with outside grass court as a social game. Care to give it a try?

[pb_aznstyle]

i was rallying in the back yard once with my dad, but not backyard style... .like court style... so the grass looked like there was a huge kungfu duel on it! nthere were foot prints everywhere. BTW grass is not good... very slippery and it's bad for the grass! but it's fun to dive! :)

[kmodak]

Actually, badminton started with outside grass court as a social game. Care to give it a try?

Confession: With family and friends we sometimes do play outdoors with kids and ladies. Most places in India have outdoor courts and special outdoor shuttles (Slower). Just for family fun. :rolleyes: