The "U", the "G" and the "tension" specifications of a Badminton racket

Discussion in 'Badminton Rackets / Equipment' started by chris-ccc, Apr 14, 2008.

  1. ahmeh

    ahmeh Regular Member

    Joined:
    Jun 3, 2008
    Messages:
    11
    Likes Received:
    0
    Occupation:
    student
    Location:
    kl
    Ideal Yonex Grip Size.

    Guys....wat is ur most ideal grip size for yonex racquet?

    IMO, G5 is the best.....n usually the least stock in yonex racquet for the higher end racquet...

    Share ur opinion here...
     
  2. phandrew

    phandrew Regular Member

    Joined:
    Feb 9, 2007
    Messages:
    2,131
    Likes Received:
    3
    Occupation:
    Racquet breaker
    Location:
    Melbourne, Australia
    It really depends on how big the person's hand is. There is also the factor of what playing style you play, a big grip will give more power while a small grip will give you better control.
     
  3. drifit

    drifit newbie

    Joined:
    Mar 14, 2007
    Messages:
    2,609
    Likes Received:
    6
    Occupation:
    PM
    Location:
    Selangor, Malaysia
  4. ahmeh

    ahmeh Regular Member

    Joined:
    Jun 3, 2008
    Messages:
    11
    Likes Received:
    0
    Occupation:
    student
    Location:
    kl
    then how bout yonex grip size....which is the most ideal? G4 or G5.....which is most preferable in asia or all the member here...( REMEMBER YONEX GRIP SIZE NOT OTHER)

    then wat is the grip size of all national player using? roughly?
     
  5. ahmeh

    ahmeh Regular Member

    Joined:
    Jun 3, 2008
    Messages:
    11
    Likes Received:
    0
    Occupation:
    student
    Location:
    kl
    G4 or G5.....which is most preferable in asia or all the member here...( REMEMBER YONEX GRIP SIZE NOT OTHER)

    then wat is the grip size of all national player using? roughly?
     
  6. jhirata

    jhirata Regular Member

    Joined:
    Aug 25, 2007
    Messages:
    2,431
    Likes Received:
    9
    Location:
    Wellington, New Zealand, New Z
    Most likely G4, but it all depends upon personal preference. Some players may prefer G3, some may prefer G5.
     
  7. jhirata

    jhirata Regular Member

    Joined:
    Aug 25, 2007
    Messages:
    2,431
    Likes Received:
    9
    Location:
    Wellington, New Zealand, New Z
    ahmeh, there's no need in asking the same question in multiple threads.. You've pmed me about this as well, and I've answered it.
     
  8. phandrew

    phandrew Regular Member

    Joined:
    Feb 9, 2007
    Messages:
    2,131
    Likes Received:
    3
    Occupation:
    Racquet breaker
    Location:
    Melbourne, Australia
    It depends on their hand size. You also have to consider the overgrips and replacement grips pros use.
     
  9. ahmeh

    ahmeh Regular Member

    Joined:
    Jun 3, 2008
    Messages:
    11
    Likes Received:
    0
    Occupation:
    student
    Location:
    kl
    yup.....but do u guys mind to share ur ...opinion here....

    wat grip size u prefer .... (specify racket)
    why u prefer....thanks...
     
  10. ahmeh

    ahmeh Regular Member

    Joined:
    Jun 3, 2008
    Messages:
    11
    Likes Received:
    0
    Occupation:
    student
    Location:
    kl
    i had choose on G5 at last...........how bout u guys?
     
  11. Oldhand

    Oldhand Moderator

    Joined:
    Nov 21, 2005
    Messages:
    6,843
    Likes Received:
    108
    Occupation:
    Broadcast Systems Integration
    Location:
    Asia
    ahmeh, you first need to get a grip on your thinking :cool:

    Your query is akin to asking:
    "what size trousers do people in Asia prefer?"

    It's very very unlikely that all Asians or all BC members have similar palm-sizes or uncannily share grip preferences.

    phandrew's posts have summed up the possible answers to an impossible question ;)
     
  12. Pete LSD

    Pete LSD Regular Member

    Joined:
    Apr 25, 2002
    Messages:
    6,297
    Likes Received:
    13
    Occupation:
    Soul Searching
    Location:
    Canada
    Exactly, everybody has different palm size and finger lengths. There was a thread that was started by the Almighty Dr. Cheung on the topic of hand size. You should do a search on that thread to get an idea.
     
  13. Stormfox

    Stormfox New Member

    Joined:
    Sep 7, 2008
    Messages:
    6
    Likes Received:
    0
    Occupation:
    Prod Test Eng
    Location:
    Singapore
    Since "U" is the weight, is it also linked to durability of the racket?

    heavier more material = last better?
    thinner = fragile.

    seems logical. but i could be wrong.
     
  14. phandrew

    phandrew Regular Member

    Joined:
    Feb 9, 2007
    Messages:
    2,131
    Likes Received:
    3
    Occupation:
    Racquet breaker
    Location:
    Melbourne, Australia
    Technically yes assuming it is the same racket but different rackets have different technology and materials so it will change this theory.
     
  15. chris-ccc

    chris-ccc Regular Member

    Joined:
    Apr 1, 2006
    Messages:
    26,902
    Likes Received:
    33
    Occupation:
    Professional Badminton Coach & Badminton Promoter
    Location:
    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
    Rackets with smaller U's are heavier and stronger

    .
    Stormfox ... You are correct. :):):)

    For a same model, the recommended string tensions for rackets with smaller U's are usually higher than those with bigger U's.

    This is because rackets with smaller U's (as you've said: with more material) are heavier and stronger.
    .
     
    #35 chris-ccc, Sep 9, 2008
    Last edited: Sep 9, 2008
  16. quik_silver

    quik_silver Regular Member

    Joined:
    Jun 9, 2005
    Messages:
    1,128
    Likes Received:
    0
    Occupation:
    Analyst
    Location:
    Toronto,Ontario
    I am just wondering guys, I have two Ti-10 New version at 3u5 and 3u4. I am not sure is it just me, the 3u4 feels heavier than the 3u5. Is it simply because the grip size is bigger hence the handle is more materialized?
     
  17. phandrew

    phandrew Regular Member

    Joined:
    Feb 9, 2007
    Messages:
    2,131
    Likes Received:
    3
    Occupation:
    Racquet breaker
    Location:
    Melbourne, Australia
    The grip is slightly heavier since it is bigger but you have to remember that U is a 5g range.
     
  18. taneepak

    taneepak Regular Member

    Joined:
    Jan 5, 2004
    Messages:
    6,526
    Likes Received:
    25
    Occupation:
    Designing and producing quality feather shuttlecoc
    Location:
    Hong Kong
    A 3UG4 racquet of the same model should weigh the same and have the same balance point as a 3UG5. G5 is a smaller handle (circumference) than G4 but they weigh the same because G4 has more wood taken out in the handle inner hollow than a G5. The same applies to a 3UG2 or 3UG3.
     
  19. Optiblue

    Optiblue Regular Member

    Joined:
    Jun 4, 2004
    Messages:
    702
    Likes Received:
    18
    Occupation:
    I just show up
    Location:
    Canada, BC, Burnaby
    I have a 3UG4 CD coded MP100 and a 3UG5 CP coded MP100

    Balance point is exactly the same, but then the overall weight with the same overgrip, same strings, and same tension were 97g and 102g respectively. The CP has more chips in the paint as well! 5g isn't a lot I guess.
     
  20. quik_silver

    quik_silver Regular Member

    Joined:
    Jun 9, 2005
    Messages:
    1,128
    Likes Received:
    0
    Occupation:
    Analyst
    Location:
    Toronto,Ontario
    oh wow, that's an interesting one, i didn't know they take out more wood on the g4 than g5.
     

Share This Page