Recently, there have been images circulating online of the Prime Minister and a badminton robot playing ball, which has sparked a fire among the badminton robots. However, the price of this badminton robot, which is around 400000 yuan, is daunting. The author once talked about the methods of choosing a high-quality badminton in "How to Choose a Good Badminton?", but with only good badminton and no good badminton racket, it feels like the ball is really useless no matter how good it is. So, how to choose a cost-effective badminton racket becomes very important.
Choose one piece instead of one pair
In fact, slightly better badminton rackets are sold individually in the market, not in pairs. Therefore, entering a badminton racket store can decisively exclude rackets that are sold together in pairs. In a sense, this is the fastest and dumbest way to determine the cost-effectiveness of a racket, but there must also be several other factors as auxiliary and reference.
Check the materials and the weight capacity
The materials for the racket shaft of some of the better badminton rackets on the market now are generally high-strength carbon fiber, carbon fiber (the most common), and titanium alloy. The rougher materials are aluminum alloy and steel, which are not only bulky but also not durable.
It is not difficult to imagine that materials such as carbon fiber and carbon alloy are significantly better than materials such as aluminum alloy and steel, so the weight that the racket can withstand is relatively higher. For amateur players, especially beginners, it is recommended that the weight of the racket string be between 20 and 23 pounds.
Select weight
Generally speaking, the weight of badminton rackets (made of carbon fiber) on the market can be divided into:
Generally, those who choose 2U are either professional athletes or brave but resourceful strongmen. But if you know how to better swing and exert force, you can choose a 2U racket (please be cautious!); If you are weak and weak, it is recommended to buy a 5U racket (recommended for weak women) to try. Of course, if you were determined to lose weight through badminton from the beginning and unknowingly fell in love with it, it is recommended to choose a 4U or 3U racket for wall cracking (which is easier to handle).
Check the balance point
Badminton rackets can be divided into offensive, defensive, and versatile types. From the perspective of balance, the type of badminton racket can be judged to a certain extent. Hook the racket with your fingers and wait for it to balance. The point where your fingers are located is the balance point. Generally speaking, if the balance point is close to the racket head (slow release but powerful impact), it is considered offensive; if it is close to the racket handle (fast release but weak impact), it is defensive; and if it is just moderate, it is versatile. Therefore, you can choose the type of racket based on your own playing characteristics.
Compare prices
Comparing prices from three different sources is not only about the quality of the racket, but also about its price. Based on the experience of the author and fellow badminton players, from a long-term perspective, it is recommended not to consider the price of a single badminton racket below 80 yuan. Either the material is poor, the workmanship is rough, or it is a defective product. For most amateur enthusiasts, if the price of the racket is over 1000 yuan, it is recommended not to overthink it. Generally, star rackets are not only expensive but also difficult to control.
Selection of controller
The thickness of the handle is related to the hand's ability to control the racket. The handle should not be too thick or too thin. It is best to hold the handle by hand and try the feel before buying.
Of course, after we have chosen a racket that suits us or that we like, we also need to package the handle of the racket with hand glue. The benefits of hand binding adhesive are: anti slip, sweat absorption, and improved hand feel, thereby enhancing ball control ability.
About celebrity tennis rackets
Based on my and my fellow players' years of playing experience, do not blindly pursue celebrity shots. Generally, celebrity rackets are tailored for professional athletes and are expensive. The racket can withstand extremely high string weights, which amateur enthusiasts simply cannot handle. One sentence: "Don't blindly pursue celebrity rackets, the racket that suits you is the best.
