i have tried the Li-Ning racket, however, it doesn't have much feel to it compared to others . Very racket that i use feels the same as the Li-Ning racket. I know that a friend of mine told me Li-Ning racket sucks because the moment he does a smash, the whole shaft came out.
Which "the Li Ning" racquet? It is often unfair to compare between the low end racquets from one brand (Li Ning in this case) to the higher end Yonex models because you already know that you're not paying as much for quality design as you would for the Yonex model. Please get a high end Li Ning model and compare it to a similar high end Yonex model, then the comparison will be more fair.
Hmm... your friend managed to claim any warranty? Should be a given since Li-Ning was not introduced so long ago in Singapore.
used n90 for 2 sessions, 1.5 hours + 2.5 hours, relatively intense double games, here's my take: indeed, n90 is comparable to 700 old, 700 new, and 900p. i think this is because: the overall weight is like 700 old, but it has an interesting stiffness, noticeably stiffer than 700 old but also less than 700 new, this makes it somewhat tiring to use at first. the head is more stable maybe due to better T-joint? bigger stringbed as well (feel bigger, but not by much) when holding, it feels like a 900p, probably due to the long handle (it is shorter than 900p, but longer than 700...) smash has a distinctive feel on the shaft... can't quite put my fingers on it, but it's interesting. when swinging, the racket feels a bit stiffer, unlike 700old's whippiness. i won all the games during testing, so can't really complain... lol, will report back once i really get the hang of it.
Li-Ning Woods N90 Review Specs of the racket Weight, W3 (Same as Yonex 3U) Grip, S2 (Same as Yonex G5) Strings: Nanogy 98 Tension: 31 lbs, 1 piece stringing Grip: Li-Ning Towel Grip Shuttle: Yonex AS50 Initial Play Well, what can you say about this racket, it packs a lot of power. During warm ups, base to base shots are really easy to hit without much effort. The sweetspot of the racket takes some time to get accustomed and it took some time for me to time my shots right. Previously I was using the Armortec 900 Power and also the Arc Saber 10. The racket is very head heavy, slightly head heavier than the Armortec 900 Power. Smashing with this racket is amazing. Each time I hit a smash there seems to be a lot of power and repulsion behind the shot. Driving with this racket takes a little more effort, but still its not too bad. Game Time Smashing once I got the timing right was simply great. I would say that I was tempted to smash every single shuttle which was high even from the base line. Drop shots were pretty accurate and did not take a lot of effort. When pushing the shuttle to the base line, I had to control my power as the shuttle seems to go a little further, might be due to the technology. Net shots were good, but not amazing. It took some time to get the spinning net shots right. Backhand clears with this racket did not take much effort. I even managed to try a backhand smash from half court. When it comes to defending smashes, the N90 seems to be a little slow but I guess it all just takes time to get used to. When playing doubles, drives were accurate but more effort was needed. I assume that this racket is more for a singles player as Lin Dan uses it. Conclusion The Woods N90 does not disappoint me at all. It is a very offensive racket and packs a lot of power behind every shot. I would say that this racket would be suitable for an offensive player who loves to smash all day. The paint job on the racket is quite good, however I think they could improve on the design. Who should try this racket? Anyone who has the skill and technique to handle this racket would love it. If you miss the sweetspot of the racket, the shaft tends to vibrate, like any other high end racket. Hope this review helps Jason Kok
If i am permitted, i think that all rackets that we use are the same? i not sure, cause whenever i use this racket, i use that racket, i always got the same feel to it, thus in my own way, i think all racket feel the way. I don't know about you guys, but that is my own opinion. =)
Well, it really depends. A racket is just a piece of equipment. It can help you perform, but the main thing would be your skill and technique.
Hi all. Just found and joined this fantastic forum. I am a Malaysian expat currently working in Beijing. A social badminton player since primary school (3-4 times a week). Anyway was following the forum and found this "Li Ning" thread. Since i am a vivid badminton player and is working in China now, allow me to "clarify a few misconceptions Li Ning Badminton rackets are their own products, meaning, not Kason ,and definetly definitely not "cut and paste" Yonex clones. Also, ALL Li Ning products sales, 10% is channeled into their own R&D. Now the most important , the much closely followed N-series Li Ning National team rackets: Racket name China Player Market Price (as of Sept 2009) Type of Racket N90 (Wood) Lin Dan RMB 1980 Attacking N77 (Storm) Yu Yang RMB 1680 Tactical/Double N70 (Storm) Bao Chun Lai RMB 1680 Attacking N55 (Fire) Chen Jin RMB 1780 Attacking N50 (Fire) Fu Hai Feng RMB 1780 Attack Defence/Double N33 (Rock) Cai Yun RMB 1680 Attack-Defence N30 (Rock) Xie Xin Fang RMB 1680 Tactical So from the above, there is a few "misconception" on the rackets. N90,N70, and N55 are ALL basically almost at par with one another and the difference, really to be frank depends on the end user, i.e the player himself. If you see the price, it is more or less the same for all N-series, with Lin Dan's N90 slightly cost 200 RMB more. How good are those rackets? As much as we want to doubt and have no confindence in "Made in China" products, Li Ning rackets has really surprise us and prove all of us wrong, at least to me. The N-series rackets are really GOOD and at par with Yonex, if not better. Drops are accurate, control are extremely good, and for N50 and N55 the smash is FANTASTIC and lethal!. So, it is value for money and they are proud to sell at that price. Also, LYB is no moron to let his Super team all switch to Li Ning overnight if the rackets are thrash and crap. Over here in China, like Beijing, Li Ning choose some of the badminton court club to promote their N- series rackets. Normally it is a one day event where they book the whole club courst and they bring in many of the above N-series rackets. All u have to do is walk in, sign up and u r free to test the rackets. It is a BIG hit and rackets suchas N90, N55, N50 are very much sought after in China alone. (Long waiting time for some Li Ning shop and even online shops). So the fact that Li Ning wont survive is quite untrue. Their rackets are selling like hot cakes in China alone (1.3 Billion demands hahaha) Also, side note a bit, Li Ning brand name is very popular even in europe and south America (yes no typo errors) They sponsors footballs, tennis (Jelena Jankovic for example), table tennis, and even volleyballs (Brazil women team for instance)to many naitonal teams worldwide. It is huge considering this is a 100% make in China brand. Personally i just got my Li Ning N55 racket last week. String it with YY 68Tii string at 26lbs. The result? So far i only played with it for about 5 hours and i must say the drop, control and the smash is wonderful. (Before this i am using only a Yones MP55, so cant compare with many "Yonex masters" here hehe) Will review more after one month use. Conclusion ? For power smashers, go for N55 for single /double game and N50 if u r double specialist. N90 is good for single and more complete overall gameplay. NOTE: In conjunction with China's 60th aniversary, Li Ning is having REAL good promotion on their N series rackets, all at 40% discount!!!. I got my N55 at RMB 1k after discount, best price so far from a Li Ning shop (online price may differ) Lastly, if you want further info on Li Ning rackets let me know as i have tried all in the free test trial. Cheers. P/S this is strictly a personal review and final effects depends again on end users and skill sets. Also i am not a Li Ning spoke person and i like Yonex/Wilson products too hahahahaaha
Li Ning China is having special promotion now for Sep 2009. All N series rackets are entitled 40% discount!! If you have some friends, relatives in China, this is the best time to own your N90, N77, N70, N55, N50, N33, N30 All N -series rackets has a warranty of 6 months, subject to terms and conditions of course
whoa! you serious? where did it say 40% discount for september??? and where would you buy? li-ning outlet or a local sports equip store??
I am not sure about Shanghai but in Beijing all Li Ning retail store have this promotion right now, till 30th Sept only!!! So you got few more days to grab your chance. (40% discount on their N-series rackets, Fu Hai Feng badminton shoes, and some other badminton products, including other range rackets. But N50 already sold out in Beijing:crying:. N55 and N90 still got ) IF Shanghai doesnt have, you can call friends in Beijng (if you have) to check it out. Cheers
hahaha i am not too sure about that. But his image and endorsement does help boost the sales of Li Ning rackets in Mainland, particularly his N90 rackets. So maybe he is the behind BIG boss. hahahahaha Business world, u never know.
oooo, no wonder, he is been missing all the erm 'minor touraments'.hahaha, more of counting his earnings from Li-Ning rackets and sport-wear.
I'm an offensive doubles player who relies on mostly the smash. Which Li-Ning racket would you recommend?
Is newly crowned China Masters WS champion Wang Shixian using a new racket model? http://www.badmintoncentral.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1256763&postcount=77
I do feel a difference between different rackets. E.g. I cannot for the hell of me use any armortec's. I love the feel of Carbonex and got quite acquainted with ZELM. I, not so recently, sold my 3u Arc10 to a friend who appreciated it a lot more than me -- I prefer my other 3 rackets, ZELM, Cab30, and APACs Tantrum enough that I rarely use the Arc10. Rackets are made differently with different balance and weight. Any player likely can, through the course of time, learn to use any racket. Some rackets are just better apt at doing stuff -- like I love my Cab30 for the feel and touch plays but the ZELM overpowers it (and everything else). Tantrum is fantastic for defense. Arc10 for me is in-between -- then again, I've seen bigger smashes than I can ever imagine from the Arc10. At the end of the day, its the players. If the racket makes the player feel good, its done its job. And no, to keep this relevant, LinDan does not own LiNing. Li Ning does... he's a lot more famous and richer than LinDan (for now) and has more olympic gold than LinDan can ever hope to get.
