RSL X3 Gold

[cd4se]

Just got my RSL Gold from Permai Sport for RM$290 include 3 zip RSL bag+ grip + BG66. String at 25 lb. Result..great..was looking for a lighter racket than my Wilson Ktour as I played a lot of doubles. And this one fit me just nice. A lot of smashing power...the racket is not as stiff as Ktour or Victor SW32. Victor SW32 is very heavy and stiff good when your hand is strong.
How I like it? Played today with a lot of power...the only complain is it's too shiny...the shine is magnified my the curvature around the oval head. Some of my friends are asking whether it will be ban in tournament as it is too shiny but some that tried it mentioned that it got a good feel.
Anyway, I love it. Both Gold and Silver are the same weight as I measured them with a scale but Gold are stiffer and slightly head heavy...that's the reason I bought it..need the head weight power when smashing but it very easy to manouver. Great racket. Measured without string is 89 gram on scale but might be too light for some.;)

[dannytomato]

That's cheap!!!!!!! Do you know any indentification on RSL X3 Gold and where is it made? I bought 1 too with higher price. I just wonder whether it is made in China or ...

May i know where is Permai Sport?

[cd4se]

Kota Raya, JB..no indication of where is it made. I think most probably is China as you will not be able to get it this cheap if it's made in Japan..or other expensive country..

[Sealman]

cd4se, thanks for the info. how do you find the stringing at permai? imho their string jobs are very good.

[dannytomato]

When you purchase RSL, you must look carefully at the coloring at racket. Sometimes the workmanship is not up to standard. Before purchasing X3 gold, i was tempted to buy laser 8900 but the workmanship is like..:crying:. So waited for a month for X3 gold.. satisfying! Only 3U available.

What is the string model and pound recommended for this racquet?

The badminton court i went has many broken RSL, i think are strung too high pound,

[cd4se]

Sealman, you are right..their stringing is one of the best in JB. My understanding there are 3 very highly recomended stringing shop...(1) Larkin Stadium - most of Johor player string there (2) HongLee (Near Lien Hoe Complex) and of course (3) Permai.

RSL broken..I have another RSL 6800 which I have used for 3 years ..still in perfect condition. Either they clash during doubles or really string at very high tension.. The spec is 28 lbs ..mine I string at 25 lb..so that's why mine last longer... :)

[dannytomato]

X3 Website Launched..

But in Mandarin

http://www.rsl.cc/main/dispro.asp?id=197

[Bluesyslink]

Permai Sport (M) SDN.BHD
Level 4-65A, Plaza Kotaraya,
Jln Trus, JB Malaysia.

danny, permai adds......btw i just bought a x2 gold from permai 1 mth ago...he cost me RM330 included 3 zip bag, BG66....woowoo.......i will go back and kill him. Btw I agree with cd4se...they restring is very good.

[dannytomato]

I check my x3. The coloring of the racket also not very consistent.

You all must look out carefully before purchase..

[yankiat]

dannytomato, you are right.. i noticed the painting is not even and some of it totally out.. i was checking at the racket carefully when buying that time..

so, what do you think about this racket?

[drowsysmurf]

I think RSL is only made in China. Their plant is there and their company hq is HK.


That's cheap!!!!!!! Do you know any indentification on RSL X3 Gold and where is it made? I bought 1 too with higher price. I just wonder whether it is made in China or ...

May i know where is Permai Sport?

[dannytomato]

My RSL X3 Gold looked nice.. but very hard to play... not strong enough bah my arm.. need to train more..

[yankiat]

the string break during my warming up session with friends.. so i didn't really play and test it out.. will have to wait for badminton session this friday only...

[lhchia]

EVEN balance for X3 compare to X2 gold where is stiff

[jasonttb]

the string break during my warming up session with friends.. so i didn't really play and test it out.. will have to wait for badminton session this friday only...

Hi, May I know how's the racket?

[yankiat]

Hi, May I know how's the racket?

Hi, it took me about one month plus (playing twice a week) to familiarize with the racket.. its light (88gm) but with head heavy which is kinda nice for smashing.. was thinking to give up when i 1st tried out the racket :crying: but now ... i started to like it:) ;) besides, few of my friends also commented its a good racket.. maybe you should consider of getting one :D

[jasonttb]

Was considering whether to get 9500 or X3 gold.

[voyager]

Hi, it took me about one month plus (playing twice a week) to familiarize with the racket.. its light (88gm) but with head heavy which is kinda nice for smashing.. was thinking to give up when i 1st tried out the racket :crying: but now ... i started to like it:) ;) besides, few of my friends also commented its a good racket.. maybe you should consider of getting one :D
just being curious -- why did it take you so long (1 month+) to get used to this racket? and was even thinking abt giving it up??

[yankiat]

just being curious -- why did it take you so long (1 month+) to get used to this racket? and was even thinking abt giving it up??

Took longer time to get used to the racket as this is lightest racket I ever bought.. :rolleyes: (I think so...) Just everything were not so smooth when 1st using it.. Anyhow, its not a problem anymore now... We (the racket & myself) get to "know" each other already... :D

[yankiat]

Was considering whether to get 9500 or X3 gold.

So, which one you got for yourself? :)

[jasonttb]

So, which one you got for yourself? :)

Not yet, have not got to feel the X3 gold as now no stock.

[Notnimdab729]

Hi,
Bought RSL X3 Gold yesterday and come with RSL Ti string strung at 26 lbs. Gold n shining. Played the evening game with it. Found it quite light but head heavy in swing. Racket is stiff but pack a good punch especially in smash and clear. Wow, what a good racket this is. Even I have a tennis elbow, I found this racket provides a good n sufficient power to manage base to base clear. Try it n u will love it. I have no regret of getting it.;)
Bought it at RM$260/- with the zipper bag but with string n grip.:p
Lee:D

[cl427x]

Does anyone know where RSL X3 Gold can be purchased in the Americas? Thank you in advance.

[Notnimdab729]

Hi cl427x,
Did not notice any retailer in USA site. Can only see a distributor at Canada.
Refer to www.rsl-1928.com (http://www.rsl-1928.com)
Lee;)

Does anyone know where RSL X3 Gold can be purchased in the Americas? Thank you in advance.

[jasonttb]

Hi,
Bought RSL X3 Gold yesterday and come with RSL Ti string strung at 26 lbs. Gold n shining. Played the evening game with it. Found it quite light but head heavy in swing. Racket is stiff but pack a good punch especially in smash and clear. Wow, what a good racket this is. Even I have a tennis elbow, I found this racket provides a good n sufficient power to manage base to base clear. Try it n u will love it. I have no regret of getting it.;)
Bought it at RM$260/- with the zipper bag but with string n grip.:p
Lee:D

Hi Notnimdab729,

So you're saying it takes less effort to do a smash and clear? How about net shots and drop shots? good?

[Notnimdab729]

Hi jasonttb,
So far I had played with this racket for a couples of hours. Smashing is good. Clear n lob is good. Drops n net shots too are not bad either. As the string RSL Ti string is not my favourite string, I dont really go all out to try all the net shots. When I go to China, then I will change to YY BG 80 with 26 lbs, then I will try all types of net shots n drops.:p
At the moment with RSL Ti string, still feel the net touch does not give me the "ting" feel leh!:D
Lee;)

Hi Notnimdab729,

So you're saying it takes less effort to do a smash and clear? How about net shots and drop shots? good?

[voyager]

I kind of had the same feeling -- it feels quite light but turns out to be a bit head heavy on swing. It's definitely much stiffer than all the other RSL rackets I've tried, like X3 Silver, X2 SP, FP, etc. I know that X2 Gold is as stiff, if not stiffer, though.

To those RSL racket fans, I'd definitely recommend this racket. It's just good in all categories: power, control, feel, manuevarability, defense. And it's actually quite user friendly, easy to move around but at the same time packing enough power in clears and smashes. I said "to RSL racket fans" because I've always had the feeling that RSL rackets just feel very different from rackets of other brands, mainly YY I'm talking about. It's hard to put that feeling into words, but a friend of mine has tried out the X3 Gold and said that X3 Gold feels more "hallow" than YY rackets like Ti10, which just seems more "solid" to him. IMO Ti10 and MP99 are 2 rackets that are comparatively closer to X3 Gold within the YY family, but still I agree that RSL rackets just feel different. Does anyone have that same feeling or/ and have explanation for that?

My major complaint on this racket is on the colour -- that shiny gold is too much for a guy like me. Much prefer the X3 Silver, which is one of the most best looking rackets I've ever seen. Really like that racket. :)

[teoky]

Agree, RSL racquets has a very different feel, especially the X2 series. Don't know if it is hollow feel but unless you got good technique, it is very tough to generate decent power from it

Babolat X-Feel series also have a very different feel, it has a very solid feel.

[Ti10Purple]

I agreed to that " Hollow Feeling " . I am a Ti10 3rd Generation user . I managed to have a try on RSL x 3 Gold that day and I find that there is some kind of " Hollow Feeling " while hitting the shuttle which I don't get it in Ti 10 . I will try it again tomorrow and keep u guys updated . :)

[Notnimdab729]

Hi Ti10Purple,
Yup. Feel like hollow but I think it is some kind of materials maybe. Still it is head heavy which gives it power to drive n smash strongly. Did have some clashes on two occasions but still ok leh.:p As for drops n net shots, it is pretty easy to play. ;) I had played with YY Ti10, 1st gen, 2nd gen and also 3rd gen. Ti10 are solid but too heavy on arms n whole racket. Whereas RSL X3 Gold is light n easy to swing. Only head heavy but fast in swing.:eek: Good for double play.;)
Lee:D

I agreed to that " Hollow Feeling " . I am a Ti10 3rd Generation user . I managed to have a try on RSL x 3 Gold that day and I find that there is some kind of " Hollow Feeling " while hitting the shuttle which I don't get it in Ti 10 . I will try it again tomorrow and keep u guys updated . :)

[cmgiam]

i been try x3-gold with 27 lbs for a week, still can feel vibration from d shaft juz same situation as my x2-blue, i dunno why it happen like this, but laser9900 won't having that problem, i'm suspected is d frame design problem.....r x3 owners aware of this?

[Ti10Purple]

My friend managed to swop the X3 Gold to Silver with someone and I had the chance to try this morning . I would say I prefer the Silver as it is more even and I find that it is much easier to use , I would say quite similar to Ti10 3rd Generation . My preference : X3 Silver :)

[yankiat]

i been try x3-gold with 27 lbs for a week, still can feel vibration from d shaft juz same situation as my x2-blue, i dunno why it happen like this, but laser9900 won't having that problem, i'm suspected is d frame design problem.....r x3 owners aware of this?

yes.. i feel the same.. there's vibration from the shaft but i'm ok with that.. :)

[twobeer]

I tried the X3 gold for the first time tonight.. I can only agree with all the positive comments, really great racket! Did som clearing, smashing with the silver as well, but prefer the gold..

I will try it out some more at practice tommorrow as well.

/T

[Notnimdab729]

Hi twobeer,
Maybe u should try RSL Heat 9500 too and compare these two. I think RSL 9500 is slightly flexi but packed a good punch in smash n clear too. Also slightly heavier than X3 Gold in overall? That is my subjective opinion.
Lee:D

I tried the X3 gold for the first time tonight.. I can only agree with all the positive comments, really great racket! Did som clearing, smashing with the silver as well, but prefer the gold..

I will try it out some more at practice tommorrow as well.

/T

[cwzkevin]

I also agree with hollow and vibration. It's the same feeling my friend has when he compared my X2 Blue to the YY Ti10 3rd gen....

For vibration, if I hold X2 Blue as double (really close to the head), it doesn't vibrate; if I hold it as single (really close to the tail), if vibrates. So, one of my friends conclusion is RSL made the tail part of the handle hollow.

[twobeer]

Hi twobeer,
Maybe u should try RSL Heat 9500 too and compare these two. I think RSL 9500 is slightly flexi but packed a good punch in smash n clear too. Also slightly heavier than X3 Gold in overall? That is my subjective opinion.
Lee:D

oohh.. so many rackets i would like to own/test :-)

Would love to try the 9500, but I don't think i will buy it just for testing, as I really don't think more flex is an advantage for me personally ;)

/TB

[twobeer]

I think you mean "hollow". It's the same feeling my friend has when he compare my X2 blue to the YY....

I think it is atributed to the polymatrix techonolgy that gives it sort off a slightly "plastic" feel..

cheers,
TB

[Notnimdab729]

Hi twobeer,
Well, try to borrow it from friend?:p U might be surprised to compare its performance to RSL X3 Gold. Just my 2 cents.;)
Lee:D

oohh.. so many rackets i would like to own/test :-)

Would love to try the 9500, but I don't think i will buy it just for testing, as I really don't think more flex is an advantage for me personally ;)

/TB

[jasonttb]

Hi twobeer,

Could you give an in-depth review of X3 gold? Thanks!!!

[chasama]

How is x3 silver compared to x2 blue?
Since they are both tapered shaft.

I'm a happy owner of x2 blue by the way. ^_^

[Pete LSD]

I am guessing TB is happily using the X3 Gold now :D, and he is very eager to use the Panda's ULTRA :D:D:D. All strung to 33 X 35 lbs?

[twobeer]

I am guessing TB is happily using the X3 Gold now :D, and he is very eager to use the Panda's ULTRA :D:D:D. All strung to 33 X 35 lbs?


Hi twobeer,

Could you give an in-depth review of X3 gold? Thanks!!!


Hi twobeer,
Well, try to borrow it from friend?:p U might be surprised to compare its performance to RSL X3 Gold. Just my 2 cents.;)
Lee:D

A short review on the X3 Gold..

Looks:
The racket looks really nice.. Very "bling" with the gold And clean design (apart from all uzzword freinzie on the frame, like "wrinkle free technology", "pulse technology", "28lbs", "Extender"! yadda yadda...
The frame Serial has "RSL0101DX" laser-engraved?!? Is my racket no. 101 :p :confused: ..
The quality of the paint job seems low for sucha a high-end racket :-( .. some of the golden color has alread weared of at the sides close to the grommets, and revealed a ornage painet below :-(

Design:
RSL seems to have put in extra material around the t-joint to enhance torsion stiffness, and the frame is box shaped with a combination of "inside wave" type frame/grommet desing for upper and lower part of the frame and concave cups for the side parts of the frame.
Flexing the frame reveals that it is very stiff (howover i feel that it is slightly less stiff than 9900, and definitvely not as stiff as the X2). however It seems to flex a littel more closer to the head, which seems like a good design property for whip.

specs
3U/G5, 675mm long, mid-balanced..

Strings used for testing:

Yonex BG-80 @ 26x28 lbs.

Performance...
The racket plays extremely well. Smashes and clears feels very powerful and controled with this racket. I really love the repulsion this racket has for smashes..
The power is very focused and sweetspot feels very large when hitting flat-on. I initally had some trouble with sliced shots, as i usually hit them with not that much more effort than the the sliced shots (just adjusting the grip to make it as deceptive as possible). with the X3 i have to hit maybe 10-15% harder compared to the non-sliced shots, due to the significant difference in speed generated from sliced compared to non sliced shots. So I felt many of the sliced drops hit the net if i didn't hit them harder than what I expected to have to (based on the effort / swing speed / used for serving, clearing, lifting ) ...
I think it takes some time for me to adjust will have to see if i get used to this big difference.

Netplay and lifts where excellent (but to be honest I think netplay is very different and pretty much good with any racket. It is usually just a matter of getting used to the balance/weight, if it is strung with strings at high tension, so it doesnt become to "bouncy", imop)

I would not hesitate to recommend this racket for offensive player who likes a power and are "wristy" :-)

If I compare it to my good old favoruite TC700, I still think the TC700 is a better racket overall, but RSL has a much bigger sweetspot, which I suspect will appeal to many players! Overall I also prefer the X3 over the X2..

Cheers,
Twobeer

[Pete LSD]

Ha ha, finally :D! That's a sweet report by TB on the X3 Gold. I will stick to X2 Gold for now . . . :cool:.

[twobeer]

I just wish I could reedit my post afte rereading it and seen all the spelling errors :-)

/T

[twobeer]

I just wish I could reedit my post afte rereading it and seen all the spelling errors :-)

/T

could not stand it, had to change at least the most blatant keyboard-slips.. sorry.. repost..

A short review on the X3 Gold..

Looks:
The racket looks really nice.. Very "bling" with the gold And clean design (apart from all buzzword frenzy on the frame, like "wrinkle free technology", "pulse technology", "28lbs", "Extender"! yadda yadda...
The frame Serial has "RSL0101DX" laser-engraved?!? Is my racket no. 101 ..
The quality of the paint job seems low for such a high-end racket :-( .. some of the golden colour has already weared off at the sides close to the grommets, and revealed a orange paint below :-(

Design:
RSL seems to have put in extra material around the t-joint to enhance torsion stiffness, and the frame is box shaped with a combination of "inside wave" type frame/grommet design for upper and lower part of the frame and concave cups for the side parts of the frame.
Flexing the frame reveals that it is very stiff (however I feel that it is slightly less stiff than 9900, and definitively not as stiff as the X2). however It seems to flex a little more closer to the head, which seems like a good design property for whip.

specs
3U/G5, 675mm long, mid-balanced..

Strings used for testing:

Yonex BG-80 @ 26x28 lbs.

Performance...
The racket plays extremely well. Smashes and clears feels very powerful and controlled with this racket. I really love the repulsion this racket has for smashes..
The power is very focused and sweet spot feels very large when hitting flat-on. I initially had some trouble with sliced shots, as i usually hit them with not that much more effort than the nonsliced shots (just adjusting the grip to make it as deceptive as possible). with the X3 i have to hit maybe 10-15% harder compared to the non-sliced shots, due to the significant difference in speed generated from sliced compared to non sliced shots. So I felt many of the sliced drops hit the net if i didn't hit them harder than what I expected to have to (based on the effort / swing speed / used for serving, clearing, lifting ) ...
I think it takes some time for me to adjust will have to see if i get used to this big difference.

Netplay and lifts where excellent (but to be honest I think netplay is very different and pretty much good with any racket. It is usually just a matter of getting used to the balance/weight, if it is strung with strings at high tension, so it doesn’t become to "bouncy", imop)

I would not hesitate to recommend this racket for offensive player who likes a power and are "wristy" :-)

If I compare it to my good old favourite TC700, I still think the TC700 is a better racket overall, but RSL has a much bigger sweet spot, which I suspect will appeal to many players! Overall I also prefer the X3 over the X2..

Cheers,
Twobeer

[twobeer]

" netplay is very different..." should of course be "netplay isn't very different..." oops :o

"I would not hesitate to recommend this racket for offensive player who likes a power and are "wristy" :-)"

should have been "I would not hesitate to recommend this racket for offensive player who has the power and are "wristy" :-)

..damn must sleep (its 3:20 in sunday morning here...)

/T

[jasonttb]

Hi twobeer,

Thanks for the nice review! Sorry for the lack of sleep! Nice job! :)

[witchblade]

Hi,
Bought RSL X3 Gold yesterday and come with RSL Ti string strung at 26 lbs. Gold n shining. Played the evening game with it. Found it quite light but head heavy in swing. Racket is stiff but pack a good punch especially in smash and clear. Wow, what a good racket this is. Even I have a tennis elbow, I found this racket provides a good n sufficient power to manage base to base clear. Try it n u will love it. I have no regret of getting it.;)
Bought it at RM$260/- with the zipper bag but with string n grip.:p
Lee:D
wow really cheap..what shop bro?

[kazibul]

wow really cheap..what shop bro?

yup..same question...RM 40-60 below market price in malaysia..

[Notnimdab729]

Hello bro,
My friend bought it at Johor Bahru Sentosa shop. For myself, I got the racket from Permai Sport shop at Kotaraya JB.;) Try to negotiate if u buy more.:p
Lee:D

wow really cheap..what shop bro?

[Pete LSD]

It was a pleasure to finally meet up with RSL Canada last night. I got to try out (demo) the RSL X3 Gold and Silver. They were significantly easier to handle (swing) than the X2 Gold. However, I can not give an objective review at this point due to the low string tension. Hee hee, itching to buy up the demos and re-string them . . . :D

[cwzkevin]

It was a pleasure to finally meet up with RSL Canada last night. I got to try out (demo) the RSL X3 Gold and Silver. They were significantly easier to handle (swing) than the X2 Gold. However, I can not give an objective review at this point due to the low string tension. Hee hee, itching to buy up the demos and re-string them . . . :D

Oh, I really want to try X3 Gold and Silver.....:crying:

[Tedski]

It was a pleasure to finally meet up with RSL Canada last night. I got to try out (demo) the RSL X3 Gold and Silver. They were significantly easier to handle (swing) than the X2 Gold. However, I can not give an objective review at this point due to the low string tension. Hee hee, itching to buy up the demos and re-string them . . . :D

Pete: we need to talk ;)

Ted

[Notnimdab729]

Hi Pete,
I fully agreed that RSL X3 Gold is easier to use than RSL X2 Gold.:) For double players, this is an ideal racket and much easier to swing and smash. Quick and easy to maneuver. Whenever I am slightly tired, RSL X3 Gold will be my favourite racket to use.:p
Lee:D

It was a pleasure to finally meet up with RSL Canada last night. I got to try out (demo) the RSL X3 Gold and Silver. They were significantly easier to handle (swing) than the X2 Gold. However, I can not give an objective review at this point due to the low string tension. Hee hee, itching to buy up the demos and re-string them . . . :D

[Pete LSD]

Hi Lee,

:D Indeed, the X2 Gold is for the young in training. Older folks and those not in shape may find it too demanding.

X3 series have a lot more flexy shafts compared to the X2 Gold. But if you are tired and out of shape, the flexy shafts sure are a welcome in very fast drive and defensive situation.


Hi Pete,
I fully agreed that RSL X3 Gold is easier to use than RSL X2 Gold.:) For double players, this is an ideal racket and much easier to swing and smash. Quick and easy to maneuver. Whenever I am slightly tired, RSL X3 Gold will be my favourite racket to use.:p
Lee:D

[Pete LSD]

Yeap, we get to meet up :D.


Pete: we need to talk ;)

Ted

[Vedder9]

Yeah..i intend to buy this R3 Diamond..silver colour look good to me...price quite expensive here in Perlis, from RM430 the lowest price i could get is only RM370 including bag, string and grip :)

Kinda surprised to know that the price in certain place could drop till RM260....thats very cheap :)

Anyway...anybody ever try RSL Matrix..?? This is oversize frame, kinda large than R3 model..price is cheaper :)

[voyager]

Yeah..i intend to buy this R3 Diamond..silver colour look good to me...price quite expensive here in Perlis, from RM430 the lowest price i could get is only RM370 including bag, string and grip :)

Kinda surprised to know that the price in certain place could drop till RM260....thats very cheap :)

Anyway...anybody ever try RSL Matrix..?? This is oversize frame, kinda large than R3 model..price is cheaper :)

i agree that X3 Diamond looks much better, but X3 Gold actually performs better, imho. it is a bit stiffer, but has better control. like the comments above, it has very good manuevrability and good power as well. just a good all-around racket, great for doubles.. :) maybe u'd like to try this out b4 u decide..

[Notnimdab729]

Hi Vedder9,
What I understand from my friend who had visited the former Sentosa Shopping mall at JB, he told me he got his RSL X3 Gold and Silver at RM$240/- only without bag and gut.:eek:I was pretty surprised as I got them at RM$260/-.:( U got to bargain and see how. One of my friend at KL told me last week, he went to AJ Mart and the shop owner told him RSL X3 Gold or Silver if comes with bag and grip with string is sold at RM$299/-.;)
I dont have friend at Perlis, so cant comment on yr selling price there.:)
Lee:D

Yeah..i intend to buy this R3 Diamond..silver colour look good to me...price quite expensive here in Perlis, from RM430 the lowest price i could get is only RM370 including bag, string and grip :)

Kinda surprised to know that the price in certain place could drop till RM260....thats very cheap :)

Anyway...anybody ever try RSL Matrix..?? This is oversize frame, kinda large than R3 model..price is cheaper :)

[Vedder9]

Yeap, we get to meet up :D.


Hi Vedder9,
What I understand from my friend who had visited the former Sentosa Shopping mall at JB, he told me he got his RSL X3 Gold and Silver at RM$240/- only without bag and gut.:eek:I was pretty surprised as I got them at RM$260/-.:( U got to bargain and see how. One of my friend at KL told me last week, he went to AJ Mart and the shop owner told him RSL X3 Gold or Silver if comes with bag and grip with string is sold at RM$299/-.;)
I dont have friend at Perlis, so cant comment on yr selling price there.:)
Lee:D

U got $260 without bag or with bag..?
Yeah...many people told me to buy from AJ with RM299....

Now i was considering to buy wether RSL R3 or RSL Matrix Or Fisher Oversize...can anybody advise me.... Thanks :D