Yonex Astrox 88D Pro Badminton Racquet Camel Gold 3U(88g)G5

Great racket for playing doubles especially if you are a back court player. This racket requires less effort for powerful smashes but 100zz gives you a stronger smash for sure if your main focus is to pull strongest smashes. Pros about this rackets are that its got wider sweet spot and shorter shaft for more effective and faster hitting. Only con I have is the price. I'd strongly recommend this racket to people who play at least 2-3 times a week and are intermediate in skills to notice the difference from lower level rackets.

Amazing doubles racketIf you are looking for a good doubles racket, this is it. They've made significant improvements on the 88D pro over the 88D just on the overall playability of the racket. You get basically the same good pop and power on your smash but has a much better rebounding snapback and less tiring than the 88D. Flat drive plays are very good although not as good as the 88S but still good enough for fast doubles exchange, but you do get the extra power from the back with this racket over the 88S pro. Net shots and front court handling are much better than the 88D. I've strung mine with the new ExBolt strings and it's just a joy to play with. Definitely recommend for avid doubles players.

Best double player racquet

I bought this racket, and it is an excellent racquet so far. It generates a powerful shot when it comes to smashing, and you can easily defend in every corner of the court. The speed is fast enough, and control is reasonable as well. It is highly recommended for aggressive double players who love to play in the rear court.

For my son Harry

The product. I bought it for my 11 yr old boy who plays for Avon and Somerset. It’s an upgrade for him as he has up to now, used the Yonex 88D Tour. He says that he finds the sweet spot somewhat larger, more stable and he’s able to produce more powerful shots from the rear. He says the feel is somewhat greater (maybe he’s trying to make me feel ok with spending the money) He’s had it for only a week or two so his opinion may evolve..The service. Although the racquet turned up a week late, it was due largely to the courier. On the delivery date and time, I was in but no parcel come through. On looking at the courier app, the app showed the item was refused at point of delivery. I didn’t refuse it and phoned Badminton HQ and spoke to someone called Matt (I think). ... MoreThe product. I bought it for my 11 yr old boy who plays for Avon and Somerset. It’s an upgrade for him as he has up to now, used the Yonex 88D Tour. He says that he finds the sweet spot somewhat larger, more stable and he’s able to produce more powerful shots from the rear. He says the feel is somewhat greater (maybe he’s trying to make me feel ok with spending the money) He’s had it for only a week or two so his opinion may evolve..The service. Although the racquet turned up a week late, it was due largely to the courier. On the delivery date and time, I was in but no parcel come through. On looking at the courier app, the app showed the item was refused at point of delivery. I didn’t refuse it and phoned Badminton HQ and spoke to someone called Matt (I think). Matt was very helpful and contacted the courier to advise me of a new date.I indicated on the courier app to have the parcel redirected to a neighbour. On the day, the courier still left a £150 badminton racquet unsecured outside my front door - maybe he didn’t read the redirection or couldn’t care. Either way, If I was a criminal, I could have reported it undelivered and caused Bandminton HQ and the courier company a problem. This is a common problem and I have such disdain for couriers I tend to try buy from companies who use Royal Mail.Given the choice I would not have purchased from Badminton HQ solely because they use couriers. Also, sourcing a Yonex 88D Pro right now is a rarity A shame since Badminton HQ was excellent.

Good head heavy racket

Bought this racket knowing in advance that it is head heavy. I would have preferred it a bit more balanced after using it a couple of times but it's not overly head heavy, just an individual preference and what I was looking for. None the less, still giving it 5 stars as it's a very good racket with good control.

Great Racket

Firstly, the racket arrived nicely strung and packed. The racket is pretty to look at, but ultimately it is such an easy racket to use. Sweet spot feels bigger than the original 88D.Highly recommended this racket and Bamdinton Click

One of best for doubles, for sure.

Classic balanced yonex product for doubles with enough ability to lead attack smash alongside quick reaction to recover for next response. Ideal for net placing shots.Well balanced enough for back hand response with quality shot generation ability.Overall, a cracking racquet for doubles of Astrox series. VFM element is recognisable while hitting with it, especially when you only winning.

So far so good!

Thanks for the speedy delivery to NZ.I mostly use 3U Yonex racket, but these in 4U is just perfect (3U would be too heavy). Can defend very well as these aren't too head heavy. Can produce shots without effort, and a very user friendly racket, didn't need to re-adjust my swing timing much coming from a Nanoray 800.It definitely feels much better than my old Voltrics Z force, also in 4U. With the voltrics I could never get the timing right for some reason, and sweet spot is also much smaller.

Yonex Astrox 88D Pro

Second purchase from Badminton HQ and can't fault them on product price and delivery. Badminton HQ site if full of useful information about Racket types, helping to cut through the jargon and make an informed decision on your needs as a player. As for the Astrox 88D Pro, after a few hours playing, I definitely notice an improvement in the power i can generate with it during attcking.Highly recommend Badminton HQ and the Yonex Astrox Racket range.

great product and great price

first time purchase a Pro racket and it is worth the price. It is more solid and feel much better than the 88 S Game I had. pagage was being carefully handled. Overall is a great product with great price. The only thing disappointing me a little is it said the racket should be strung but received the racket without strings.