I have searched the forum and there seems to be no thread that is related to these new Armortec's except Armortec 600.

I'm begging reviews from anyone who has played the following Armortec's:
Armortec 30
Armortec 50
Armortec 70
Armortec 500 (New Grey/Silver)

I have played with Armortec 50 for around 2 hours or so, so I can only give a brief review of it.

Here it goes (in OldHand's format):

Armortec 50

Summary:
Advertise as a new Armortec racquet from the series. The materials are similar as Armortec 30 (an upgrade of Armortec 150) except that AT50 contains gForce Ti while AT30 has Super Alloy. The flexibility of the racquet is also more stiff than AT30 and AT70, as per advertisement.

Flexibility:
Personally, I think this racquet is not as stiff as advertised. I actually bent the racquet to test its flexibility compared with my Muscle Power 22 LT. It feels that AT50 is just a bit more stiff than MP22LT.

Head-Balance:
This is certain head-heavy racquet because I can feel that it is somewhere between an AT900T and an AT700 (I only played with those 2 racquets for me to compare with).

Performance:
I wouldn't say that this racquet defends well as I felt that the racquet become sluggish on side-defense, just a bit slow. But, the power certainly covers that part up. This baby smash like you never smash before. Even with factory-string, which I broke it after the first game and my friend was angry with me, the speed of smashed shuttle are at a good speed. For control, I can't say much because the racquet was in factory string and there were only minor control. It feels that this racquet is designed for mix doubles where the man at the back can smash continuously.

Conclusion:
This racquet, in my opinion, is for mix doubles. Defense is a bit weak but the power makes up for it. Something about the frame bugs me during the game is that if you some how mishit the shuttle, the racquet gives a weird vibe to your palm. It's not like it's a big deal, just it feels weird. If you don't have a strong grip force during impacts, you might want to add some overgrip to the racquet because your hand may or may not go numb-ish for less than a second. For price, it would be best if this racquet sells below $110 USD.

The above review is based on MY view. Everyone else may experience differently.

Thanks for the review Gemcat. So is there a new AT500 or are you talking about the old model. I thought they have stopped production of AT500s.

Thanks for the review Gemcat. So is there a new AT500 or are you talking about the old model. I thought they have stopped production of AT500s.

It's the new AT500 via Japan Catalogue. Canada still have them at some stores and I believe they are still in production.

there is a review of the AT70 by silentheart , just refer to this thread post #14 :)
http://www.badmintoncentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=66036&highlight=armortec+70

there is a review of the AT70 by silentheart , just refer to this thread post #14 :)
http://www.badmintoncentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=66036&highlight=armortec+70

Thank you for pointing that out. I'll just include it here as well so new comers may find it more easily as this is a newer thread.

Thanks for silentheart


Armortec 70 MG

Spec:
3UG4 strung with BG65 at 21x23lb

Initial impression:
It is a very iso head racquet. Also a very head heavy racquet. Momentum carry very well on test swing. Man this is a racquet with very BIG head!

Warm up:
WOW! very head heavy but easy to swing. WOW! very powerful just like AT700. Clear to base line to base line is easy. Smash is powerful. However, the side to side control is lacking (a little or a lot, depend on what you are using right now). I feel my drop shot is not there. May be I am use to Cab30 and NS8000 and my style.

Game time:
When I play back court, it is just easy to hit and smash. Defense is none existence. Can't turn fast enough to block shot. However, if I can get the AT70 on the shuttle, it clear easy but a little high on the block. I am not that use to a head heavy racquet. Net shot was there at the end of the game but defense is never there.

Conclusion:
A great offensive player's racquet. It is like a little brother of AT700 with too much energy. Lack of control is a concern for me. however, with the powerful smash into the center of the court, who care about control...

thanks for the review Gemcat. it seems very informative. just wondering, how stiff does it feel in play? like AT90P or MP-21 or AT500?

thanks for the review Gemcat. it seems very informative. just wondering, how stiff does it feel in play? like AT900P or MP-21 or AT500?

I have never played with either of the racquets you mention! Haha:D

I have played with only AT900T, AT700, and MP22LT.

Assuming you are talking about Armortec 50....
It's more stiff than MP22LT, to me that is.

I try both at700 and at70MG
AT70MG feel like hammer lorh

I try both at700 and at70MG
AT70MG feel like hammer lorh

I didn't try AT70MG so I don't know if it's a hammer or not. But I'm sure AT700 could be the hammer-est in the Armortec series.;)

But at700(2nd gen) doesnt feel like hammer at all .. And yes I dont add lead tape on my racket

I have searched the forum and there seems to be no thread that is related to these new Armortec's except Armortec 600.

I'm begging reviews from anyone who has played the following Armortec's:
Armortec 30
Armortec 50
Armortec 70
Armortec 500 (New Grey/Silver)

I have played with Armortec 50 for around 2 hours or so, so I can only give a brief review of it.

Here it goes (in OldHand's format):

Armortec 50

Summary:
Advertise as a new Armortec racquet from the series. The materials are similar as Armortec 30 (an upgrade of Armortec 150) except that AT50 contains gForce Ti while AT30 has Super Alloy. The flexibility of the racquet is also more stiff than AT30 and AT70, as per advertisement.

Flexibility:
Personally, I think this racquet is not as stiff as advertised. I actually bent the racquet to test its flexibility compared with my Muscle Power 22 LT. It feels that AT50 is just a bit more stiff than MP22LT.

Head-Balance:
This is certain head-heavy racquet because I can feel that it is somewhere between an AT900T and an AT700 (I only played with those 2 racquets for me to compare with).

Performance:
I wouldn't say that this racquet defends well as I felt that the racquet become sluggish on side-defense, just a bit slow. But, the power certainly covers that part up. This baby smash like you never smash before. Even with factory-string, which I broke it after the first game and my friend was angry with me, the speed of smashed shuttle are at a good speed. For control, I can't say much because the racquet was in factory string and there were only minor control. It feels that this racquet is designed for mix doubles where the man at the back can smash continuously.

Conclusion:
This racquet, in my opinion, is for mix doubles. Defense is a bit weak but the power makes up for it. Something about the frame bugs me during the game is that if you some how mishit the shuttle, the racquet gives a weird vibe to your palm. It's not like it's a big deal, just it feels weird. If you don't have a strong grip force during impacts, you might want to add some overgrip to the racquet because your hand may or may not go numb-ish for less than a second. For price, it would be best if this racquet sells below $110 USD.

The above review is based on MY view. Everyone else may experience differently.

agreed, especially the transfer of the weird vibe to my hand/wrist when hard mishit to the racket frame.

also agreed on the slower defence reaction. might be due to head heavy balance.

lastly agreed on the power it can generate on smashes. head-turning effect, cool!:D

My AT500SP for past 3yrs, which i suspect it's quite similar to the 50.

http://www.badmintoncentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=71219

But at700(2nd gen) doesnt feel like hammer at all .. And yes I dont add lead tape on my racket

AT700 2nd Gen? You mean the China Olympic Limited Edition with the dragon on the shaft? That can smash pretty hard too.

I found this link which has reviews for some of the rackets you listed.

http://badminton-coach.co.uk/date/2009/08/

Personally, I bought the Armortec 50 based on the reviews and I'm an intermediate player. I'll give my opinion after I get this racket and play with it for a times.

Hi Gemcat, thanks for the review. Hi kevinle92618, like you I have bought the AT50. So will review soon. I have strung it at 24 mains and 22 cross, using BG 65Ti.

AT700 2nd Gen? You mean the China Olympic Limited Edition with the dragon on the shaft? That can smash pretty hard too.
I mean the new at700 , soon I buy the old one .. The limited ..? No idea want to buy it or not .. Perhaps soon ...

how much is it ( imean at 700 ) ??