New Victor Racquet - The Meteor X80 ( MX80 )

[Naim.F.C]

I was never comparing the pros with amateurs. I was saying that it's not really fair to speak for the pros like that. Naim said that they are "lazy". I don't think pros are lazy, and you obviously agree with me too. And the most likely reason LYD switched back to the BS09 is not because he was lazy. It's probably because he felt it is a better racket for him than the MX80.

And of course, a good racket is a good racket. If I wanted to copy the top pros, I wouldn't be using apacs rackets as my go-to rackets would I?

I appreciate your point, and it could very well be the case. But I feel in many cases it's because they practise a lot more with their old racket than the new one. Just because LYD has used an MX80 more than me doesn't mean he's more used to playing with it, because for all we know he might still put 10x more time training with the BS09. Hence he'll still be more used to that.

Maybe lazy was the wrong word, perhaps I should have used, overly cautious? As mentioned above, they probably do have limited time between games and likely just stick to what they're comfortable with unless they get on with the new racket immediately.

As I mentioned in the Yonex 2011 All England video sharing thread. KKK and his partner could really do with some more aggressive rackets, because they are very strong and fast players, yet they aren't (imo) getting enough power in clears and smashes (on average). At least not in that finals game, and not in comparison to Boe and Morgensen. Clearly it's not their technique, physique or strength.

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I appreciate your point, and it could very well be the case. But I feel in many cases it's because they practise a lot more with their old racket than the new one. Just because LYD has used an MX80 more than me doesn't mean he's more used to playing with it, because for all we know he might still put 10x more time training with the BS09. Hence he'll still be more used to that.

Maybe lazy was the wrong word, perhaps I should have used, overly cautious? As mentioned above, they probably do have limited time between games and likely just stick to what they're comfortable with unless they get on with the new racket immediately.

As I mentioned in the Yonex 2011 All England video sharing thread. KKK and his partner could really do with some more aggressive rackets, because they are very strong and fast players, yet they aren't (imo) getting enough power in clears and smashes (on average). At least not in that finals game, and not in comparison to Boe and Morgensen. Clearly it's not their technique, physique or strength.

it's more likely fatigue because they play to many tournaments
as we know Super Series are very competitive with all the world's best player competing
so having to compete with all those very best players day in and day out
they must be exhausted ... they need a break ...

[Naim.F.C]

it's more likely fatigue because they play to many tournaments
as we know Super Series are very competitive with all the world's best player competing
so having to compete with all those very best players day in and day out
they must be exhausted ... they need a break ...

Likely true. Who knows, maybe they would be more likely to be injured using head heavier rackets too. Just don't know enough about all this to say for sure tbh.

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Likely true. Who knows, maybe they would be more likely to be injured using head heavier rackets too. Just don't know enough about all this to say for sure tbh.

when you're playing against top class pros like they do
the last thing you need is trying to adapt to new rackets
or extremely head heavy or very stiff rackets that add pressure on you
not that they are not strong enough or not capable ...

[ssj100]

when you're playing against top class pros like they do
the last thing you need is trying to adapt to new rackets
or extremely head heavy or very stiff rackets that add pressure on you
not that they are not strong enough or not capable ...

I also think that the racket plays a very minimal role for the top pros. I don't know, I would really like to hear some interviews about this!

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I also think that the racket plays a very minimal role for the top pros. I don't know, I would really like to hear some interviews about this!

but still quite important for them to choose the right one
because in their competitive world
wrong choice = out of the game ...
no mistake is forgiven in the pros world ...

[Triptens]

Likely true. Who knows, maybe they would be more likely to be injured using head heavier rackets too. Just don't know enough about all this to say for sure tbh.

As far as I'm concerned, experience dictates that head heavy rackets which ultimately results in more injuries are prevalent in rackets weighted at the top of the frame. Whereas, head heavy rackets weighted at the throat area doesn't seem to cause as much injuries in comparison. Case in point, AT700 vs AT900P. So,wouldn't be surprise if LCW (after winning a Major with the VT80) switch back to his familiar and less (relatively speaking) injury prone AT900P.

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As far as I'm concerned, experience dictates that head heavy rackets which ultimately results in more injuries are prevalent in rackets weighted at the top of the frame. Whereas, head heavy rackets weighted at the throat area doesn't seem to cause as much injuries in comparison. Case in point, AT700 vs AT900P. So,wouldn't be surprise if LCW (after winning a Major with the VT80) switch back to his familiar and less (relatively speaking) injury prone AT900P.

so ... the pros are only human after all ...
they are not indestructible apparently ...
what would that makes us ??? fragile ???

[CarbonexFan]

I've tried to order the Victor Meteor X80 in The Netherlands. Seems Victor Europe is doubting to release the racket over here. I just cannot understand why? All feedback is so positive, I want to test too!

[Benwilluk]

I've tried to order the Victor Meteor X80 in The Netherlands. Seems Victor Europe is doubting to release the racket over here. I just cannot understand why? All feedback is so positive, I want to test too!

Victor UK will probably ship it to you if you are interested. Their customer service is excellent. If you are interested I could probably find out for you.

[Maklike Tier]

How much is the MX80 in the UK?

[Triptens]

so ... the pros are only human after all ...
they are not indestructible apparently ...
what would that makes us ??? fragile ???

Even Superman is/was dead and resurrected

Ah well, they play at their level and we do at our own level

Obviously, we can choose ''to use/not to use'' their preferred rackets so long as we are not playing to a point where it seems we are begging for an injury.

We are free to choose however we want to play and with whichever racket.

[ynee2u]

AJ/raquet zone puchong sold mx80 at rm600..and pertama kompleks sold it at rm640, both with string & grip. Cheaper is hock eng bangi, rm560 frame only. I dun see any price at rm800 so far..tag price is rm799.90 yes.

Anybody know Hock Eng, Bangi address?

[LD rules!]

How much is the MX80 in the UK?

it's £126 I think

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Even Superman is/was dead and resurrected
Ah well, they play at their level and we do at our own level
Obviously, we can choose ''to use/not to use'' their preferred rackets so long as we are not playing to a point where it seems we are begging for an injury.
We are free to choose however we want to play and with whichever racket.

injuries will not stop people to buy heavy rackets such as VT80 (even 4U version is quite heavy)
people are so stubborn sometimes, even after they have been told and knew the facts ...

[samsudd_s]

Anybody know Hock Eng, Bangi address?

Seksyen 13,bdr baru bangi

[Phydhel]

Yo, Ah Lee Badminton Shop in Kuchai Lama is selling the MX-80 for RM520, but you'll need to place an order with the shopkeeper (Mr. Lee) and he'll ship it for you in about a week's time. Cheapest so far in Malaysia, but no strings, no grip, it'll be botak.