I dunno I just got my 4u MX90 but have not played with it. Previously I have owned 4u MXJJS and would surely call it a stiff racket. But MX90 I would only call it medium same as the VTZF1 that I had a swing before. The VTZF1 (3u) felt abit more flexible than my brand new 4u MX90 maybe because it is very used up or maybe because of heavier head. My MX90 having 305 BP.
Out of curiosity Does anybody have the experience of wielding the MX90 and the Li Ning N80. Do they have any close similarities. I have used the MX 90 b4 and currently own a N80. In my not so clear memory...they do feel and play very much alike. Anybody able to make a comparison?
Has anyone used the MX90 extensively and have had clashes on their MX90 frame? Wondering how is the durability? As I see it the MX90 frame is abit slimmer than other Meteors (such as MXJJS) thats how it has better speed and maneuverability. The MXJJS that I had had a very large and deep paintchip from clash yet the frame still looked very solid with the woven material. But not sure how it would be with the MX90.
Mine won the clash against : 1 Arc 10 1 VTZF gen. 1 caused deep paintchip from both clashes and no adverse material impact to the frame However, I personally consider that clashes are always subject to certain mysterious/unexplainable facts and conditions ... some times you win... and some others you lose .... IMHO
The exterior of the raw frame may look fine. But there's a high chance the inside may have cracked instead. But of course experience tells me if you clash your racket then well..all bets are off for it xD
I agree it is so 50:50 when you clash. In my experience more damage is done rather than a mere chip in the paintwork but it could takes days, weeks, months before worrying signs appear. The worst offenders are the extremely light rackets. They do not like collisions at all and I've seen so many fold. Paul www.badminton-coach.co.uk
I have only clashed one racket in the last 4 years. IMO, clashes should not be considered when buying a racket. You should do everything to make sure it does not happen and it wont be a problem.
4 yrs n only one clash... u must have played singles most time... { *.^} In badmtn doubles, racket clashes r just unavoidable even if one takes certain precaution. Have clashed my rackets numerous times n it hurts everytime. Fortunately, only one racket suffers paint chips.
That's never really a problem for me! Although, if I have the choice between risking my racket or not returning a smash, I'll take the latter.
You might be surprised! With a proper partner and good sense of the game, it's possible to avoid clashes without gimping your game. Durability is an important factor for sure, but one shouldn't ask if their racket is gonna survive multiple clashes. Any modern racket wouldn't survive a solid clash.
I just got a 4U and had a 2hr session with it. Man all I can say is I love it. Back to back clear were easy n I swing with lesser force as compared to ZF2 n NR900. My smash had more speed n angle as compared to the other rackets I had. My friends also commented the same. Net play, I felt it slower than the BS12 but overall faster than ZF2 n NR900. Control was better and I could drop better also. I strung it with BG66Force @ 26lbs. Sound was good n repulsion was nice. I didn't get the fatigue I had with the ZF2. I could play longer with this definitely. I've since gotten a 3U which I will get a go sometime. Weight wise the 3U n 4U differs only by 3gm Both with BG66Force, 26lbs, original grip removed n karakal grip Shouldn't be much of a diff I hope.
Hi guys. I've recently gotten back to playing badminton. I currently have.. BS15 (3U) JS Ahmad (3U) Both are AMAZING rackets. However I am still contemplating if I should still purchase a 3U MX90. The racket looks beautiful. I was looking through the forums however I only found 2 main factors when considering a racket, power and speed (lighthead). I have been going for lots of drop shots lately and will MX90 be a good platform in terms of balance to pull off good and accurate drops? PS: I've been reading Mr Paul Stewart's reviews lately and they are very detailed. However I'm still contemplating on whether I need a 3rd racket.
Hi Ch1k0, at the moment both of my rackets are fine. However i wanted slightly more control without giving up the HH of BS15. As i've only recently started playing again after 10 years, my drops/net are really not on-point and i'm not sure if MX90 can give me more stability.
Well you're definitely on the right track. The MX 90 would give you better stability, control and power. But your trade off will be a little bit of racket speed as the MX frame isn't as aerodynamic as the BS.
