I'm trying to look for rackets with Bravesword's sword frame, and was hoping I can find alternatives, as BS-12 is the only one that's readily available, and I found it too flexible. I'm not talking about generic aerodyamic frames like the Yonexes or even the jetspeed, I'm looking for something that comes as close to the Bravesword frame as possible with that sharp edge
Bravesword 10, 11 and LHI are all more stiff than the bs12. Other than those RKEP XP range, apacs virt performance and lethal series have similar frames to BS range
aren't all those Braveswords discontinued? I'd love to buy them if they are still in production, or easily found.
They are out of stock in most areas but some still available. Ask in the buy/sell forum if anyone has any available.
Most places still have BS12 and imo no other frame is as fast as the BS frames so stock up whilst you can!
Thanks for the recommendations above. For li ning users, specifically the n9ii and n7ii, i found out they also have that sword-like edge to their frames. Do they give the feeling of cutting through the air like a Bravesword, or do they feel closer to generic aerodynamic rackets?
In between I'd say. They feel faster than generic Yonex rackets, but way slower than BS frames. You can also have a look at the Gosen frames. Customedge and Inferno are very special.
Sword edge frame that I have is Gosen Aermet 3700. I bought it about 8 years ago if im not wrong. Been using it since then sadly can't find it anymore. The recent one I tried with sword edge kind of frame are 1. Exthree hornet 2000 III (more similar to lining 3d calibar) 2. Prokennex x3 9000 pro (maybe closer to BS frame)
I know OP already stated jetspeeds arent what he's looking for.... But the JS10 and 11 really does come close to BS12 in terms of speed. I too used to use BS12s, but then switched to JS10 as it matched the BS12 in the defence department and gave a even bigger bang when attacking
Broke my Victor BS LHI a few days back. Just cant express the pain I am feeling right now. It was an amazing racket. Havent used anything even close to it in terms of Speed and precision.
And several other Mizuno that has "Hexagonal frame" tag on it. I love Mizuno's racket in general so you might want to check it out. Apacs also made rackets with this frame, but I haven't tried it so i cant recommend.
Have both LiNing N9ii and Victor BS11. N9II feels faster than most yonex racket. Not as fast as a BS but it could also be due to n9ii being 3U vs my BS which is 4u. If a fast feeling racket is your top priority, the N9II may be a good choice. Bear in mind its quite head heavy which negaates the "fastness" when it comes to defence, but still beats the Yonex in my mind.
+1 for the N9-2. But I don't feel it is a real head heavy racket. For me, it's close to even balance, just a little weight in the head. Just the right balance for power and speed.
Fischer Magnetic Pro No.1 + Power (Yellow) and Fischer Magnetic Pro No.1 + Control (Red). Specs : 1. Frame- Head heavy 290mm Balancing point. Frame high speed (sharp edges) 2. Weight - 83+-2 gram (4u) 3. Flex - High Shaft Flex I have both these rackets for a bargain from a warehouse sale. The overall weight and head heaviness is just right to provide enough momentum for smashes and speed for quick drives and shots retrieval.
BRS11 is still available in China/Hong Kong, someone may sell it via international website. I think Auraspeed 90S is a good choice whose frame is relatively similar to BS.
The closest thing to BS12 is Apacs Virtuoso Performance (AVP), exactly same spec, same sword frame with 90% hitting feel similarity. The best part is it is still under production due to its popularity in Asia as #1 BS12 replacement and you get 2 Apacs for the price of 1 BS12. AVP is a top notch APACS racket, used by Scottish International Robert Blair in Commonwealth games 2014. If you opt for a stiffer shaft, go for Virtuoso Pro I or II.
