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Yonex astrox 77 play or Arcsaber 11 play ?
- Thread starter leogg
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On a scale of 1 to 10, how powerful would you say the Play version is ?I own the arcaber 11 pro it’s a very popular entry level racket but for me it’s okay definitely lacking strong smashes
I’d rate it a 5. It lifts and clears well, and is very maneuverable. However, when it comes to smashing, it’s lacking. You can even see the trajectory of the smash, making them very easy to block unless you have good placement. I’ve even used the Pro version, and I still had the same issue. Interestingly, I have many headlight rackets, but they’re slightly harder to lift and clear with, but smashes with them are very good. I don’t know why people prefer the ArcSaber 11 play. I have it in my bag, but I think I’ve only taken it out once or twice this year. I found myself reaching for the 99 play more as a backup, and that racket has its uses as well. The 11 play for me at least is definitely a no-go.
viver
Regular Member
You mentioned that you'll like to choose a racket for long-term. How long is the long-term - 1 year, 2 years, 5 years, 10 years...
I have the Astrox 77 Pro and Arcsaber 7 Pro, and also an Arcsaber x Play. I like both rackets.
The Yonex website says for both the Astrox 77 Pro and Arcsaber 7 Pro is medium flex; the Astrox 77 Play and Arcsaber 7 Play should be flexible or hi-flex.
In order to help you, hopefully - do you play doubles or singles more? I myself play doubles most of the time and I prefer the Arcsaber 7 Pro over the Astrox 77 Pro. My reason is, after 50 years of badminton, I no longer can smash as I used to... and being (much) slower and muscles lacking, the Arcsaber is much easier to use in a variety of situations. In my case, my long-term racket is the Arcsaber.
Of course, your situation is different - your weekly sessions, your play style, your training plans if you have... should contribute to your decision.
I have the Astrox 77 Pro and Arcsaber 7 Pro, and also an Arcsaber x Play. I like both rackets.
The Yonex website says for both the Astrox 77 Pro and Arcsaber 7 Pro is medium flex; the Astrox 77 Play and Arcsaber 7 Play should be flexible or hi-flex.
In order to help you, hopefully - do you play doubles or singles more? I myself play doubles most of the time and I prefer the Arcsaber 7 Pro over the Astrox 77 Pro. My reason is, after 50 years of badminton, I no longer can smash as I used to... and being (much) slower and muscles lacking, the Arcsaber is much easier to use in a variety of situations. In my case, my long-term racket is the Arcsaber.
Of course, your situation is different - your weekly sessions, your play style, your training plans if you have... should contribute to your decision.