tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post1685986488356128693..comments2024-03-02T16:38:54.287+08:00Comments on Of badminton things: Badminton Racket Review: Karakal BN-60Arthur Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14572973196246283027noreply@blogger.comBlogger50125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-75813051235284669352017-03-10T02:44:46.777+08:002017-03-10T02:44:46.777+08:00i seriously agree with @arthur wong's review f...i seriously agree with @arthur wong's review for this bn-60 racquet. you said it all except for the durability. I am sorry but i must say this one doesnt last long as much as you wanted. make sure you have few extra because this bn-60 is kinda poor on its durability. i tried to check all the reviews for this racquet right before i purchase one two weeks ago but ohhh boy! the frame crashed yesterday after doing some warm-up. i only had less than 15 mins of warm-up and was surprised that the frame crashed/deformed/broken considering that i havent crashed it with someone else's racquet. only used 2-3x for the last two weeks for ONLY 3-4 games of queueing. can you imagine that? i havent used it much because i have several extra that i use depends upon the opponent. the tension i had was the standard number which is 26. I am disappointed because reading all the reviews few weeks ago for this product have really met my standard not until last night. This product is good but durability is POOR! veryyyyy poor!!! i had sure lost of penny!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-73314496798813756772017-02-06T09:10:53.335+08:002017-02-06T09:10:53.335+08:00Hey there, I've never used the Muscle Power 22...Hey there, I've never used the Muscle Power 22 so I can't answer most of your questions. <br /><br />Generally BG66UM is a high repulsion string. Most players whom I know like to be offensive tend to gravitate to the string. <br /><br />All rackets are suitable for doubles, as long as the player who uses it uses it well. Drop shots are a technical feat, and require practice with the same racket to obtain a certain level of proficiency. <br /><br />Keep at it, and all the best in your games!Arthurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14124500583168930888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-31001729467274687552017-02-02T20:41:14.093+08:002017-02-02T20:41:14.093+08:00Hey Arthur, not sure if you'll see this, but I...Hey Arthur, not sure if you'll see this, but I currently play with a Yonex Muscle Power 22 which is a great even-balanced flexible racket,but what I'm wondering is When I string this with a BG66 ultimax will it compensate the power? Is it only for doubles? And how are the drop shots? Thanks!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-38026958262202796752015-10-05T20:59:28.941+08:002015-10-05T20:59:28.941+08:00Thanks again and btw the model I bought is the vol...Thanks again and btw the model I bought is the voltric 2 LD edition. This is still in the same lineup as the ZF2 LD but a different model and correction it's head heavy. It feels a lot different than the ti10 since it's head heavy but my smashes have gained more power but at the expense of control loss. Thanks again for your inputs, I'm satisfied with my racket now but still getting used to it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-50145644781153809732015-09-30T00:00:47.501+08:002015-09-30T00:00:47.501+08:00OK I think there's a little confusion here. ZF...OK I think there's a little confusion here. ZF2LD is the Z-Force 2 Lin Dan. <br /><br />It's a head heavy racket with a thicker head frame than the ZF2. <br /><br />Compared to the Ti10, you're looking at a stiffer shaft, smaller head frame and heavier weight distribution to the head. Over higher power and control, but potentially slower defense and movement around the court.<br /><br />Arthurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14124500583168930888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-22192433263902717352015-09-26T01:33:13.503+08:002015-09-26T01:33:13.503+08:00Thank you for the reply, The vfz2ld is not readily...Thank you for the reply, The vfz2ld is not readily available and is way out of my budget but I have a slight change of heart, just a few hours ago I played the ti10 again and realized that I had already good power especially in smashing but still it isn't enough for me. Now I want a balanced racket and I think the Yonex voltric 2 Lin dan edition would suit me just fine since it has the same range of tension like the ti10 3U (19-24) pounds which is more than enough for me. I have no plans to go above than 24 pounds since I'm just starting to develop my technique. I tried my friend's Babolat satellite 6.5 stringed at 28 pounds and I have to say, that was intense so I think I'll just go with the Yonex voltric 2 Lin Dan edition. Once again I would like to thank you for your feedback.<br /><br />Note:Have you tried the Voltric 2 LD edition?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-81828388415230297192015-09-25T23:21:18.840+08:002015-09-25T23:21:18.840+08:00I don't have experience with the rackets you&#...I don't have experience with the rackets you've listed, so I can't comment. But your situation with the head light Ti-10 is just like to would have guessed.<br /><br />If you've got the cash to spare, I would go for the Yonex VF2LD. I've confidence you can handle the 3U version so go crazy.<br /><br />It's got a smaller head frame than the Ti-10, and it's significantly heavier, so you're going to have to get used to the slight drop in defense. <br /><br />But once you get through it all (hang in there!) you'll be surprised at how good a head heavy racket is for attacks. Arthurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14124500583168930888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-42239182539892412842015-09-25T20:10:16.083+08:002015-09-25T20:10:16.083+08:00Correction again* voltric 2 Lin dan 4U Correction again* voltric 2 Lin dan 4U Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-55351217827806707682015-09-25T08:54:04.697+08:002015-09-25T08:54:04.697+08:00Correction*Voltric z 2 lin dan 4UCorrection*Voltric z 2 lin dan 4UAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-48525604053845652792015-09-25T08:52:35.575+08:002015-09-25T08:52:35.575+08:00And finally the yonex z force 2 lin danAnd finally the yonex z force 2 lin danAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-61041386015897678862015-09-25T08:43:29.903+08:002015-09-25T08:43:29.903+08:00And also the new rsl m15 1250, m15 1450 and m15 sp...And also the new rsl m15 1250, m15 1450 and m15 speed 7Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-91558315400179158632015-09-25T07:36:57.863+08:002015-09-25T07:36:57.863+08:00Unfortunately, my racket choices are limited since...Unfortunately, my racket choices are limited since there are only a few stores that sell that kinds of rackets and those stores have like only 3-4 types of rackets available. As for the experience of playing with the Ti-10, it's underwhelming because there is more weight on the grip rather than the head and everytime I want to smash there's not enough power for me;not sure if it's my technique or the racket. I also have my eyes on the Black knight 35X (can't seem to find reviews for it since it isn't very popular in the philippines), Babolat X-act 85, Babolat N-tense blast and this one. So do you recommend this to me as I consider myself like an advanced beginner or should I look for something else?<br /><br />Thanks for taking your time to reply.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-53009845576467622422015-09-25T00:06:24.147+08:002015-09-25T00:06:24.147+08:00I'm thinking a big strong guy like you would b...I'm thinking a big strong guy like you would benefit from a head heavier racket. I would start off with a Voltric 80 if you can get your hands on one. <br /><br />How do you find playing with the Ti-10 at the moment?Arthurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14124500583168930888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-53585504686137222012015-09-24T22:46:35.429+08:002015-09-24T22:46:35.429+08:00I'm a 14 year old guy. I use my sister's y...I'm a 14 year old guy. I use my sister's yonex ti10 and now I want my own personal racket, would this be good for me? I started playing weekly sessions with my friends who are mostly, from what I consider advanced beginners. I mostly play doubles with focus on the back court but would consider singles. And I like to play defense. Would this suit me just fine or should I consider something heavier or even the bn 65? And also if this has any relevance I'm 6 feet and 102 kilos (~212 pounds)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-2978960077249347262015-04-01T00:32:28.722+08:002015-04-01T00:32:28.722+08:00Generally the grip sizes for Asian countries are s...Generally the grip sizes for Asian countries are smaller. Arthurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14124500583168930888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-77836379191388415462015-03-31T17:52:38.904+08:002015-03-31T17:52:38.904+08:00some sites say the grip is 3 1/2.
http://www.amaz...some sites say the grip is 3 1/2.<br /><br />http://www.amazon.co.uk/Karakal-Extreme-Carbin-Badminton-Racket/dp/B00EWNLHEY<br /><br />do they manufacture different grip sizes? <br /><br />in philippines it's 3 1/4.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-43627521636531605232015-03-27T00:37:08.979+08:002015-03-27T00:37:08.979+08:00Okay thank you
Okay thank you<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-78807787576226643312015-03-26T13:33:11.110+08:002015-03-26T13:33:11.110+08:00Probably means the guy who made the racket in taiw...Probably means the guy who made the racket in taiwan and the guy who updates the website in Japan didn't talk...<br /><br />Anyway, string it whatever tension you want. I think you're an experienced enough player to know what racket handles what tension.<br /><br />Yonex has a 26lbs recommendation but we all string at 30lbs anyway..Arthurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14124500583168930888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-7341199921738824182015-03-26T02:28:55.215+08:002015-03-26T02:28:55.215+08:00Got the racket today... Loving the weight of it,fi...Got the racket today... Loving the weight of it,fits my play style perfectly. The power generated by the head speed is incredible and I love the addition of a thumb print. On the racket it says string tension 16-30 but on the manufacturer website it says 28 max recommend , whats this about??Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-14539780100837952342015-03-25T13:04:54.933+08:002015-03-25T13:04:54.933+08:00All the best dude! Seems like the racket fits your...All the best dude! Seems like the racket fits your requirements.Arthurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14124500583168930888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-19955189814269930562015-03-25T02:07:34.675+08:002015-03-25T02:07:34.675+08:00Thank you once again I don't really try to att...Thank you once again I don't really try to attack from the back anyway apart from the odd tight drop shot and I only really smash from mid court anyway. I would use this racket for doubles to get on the attack with speed as it is my main game. As long as I'll be able to pull off a decent clear and drop with this racket I'll be fine.βΊπβAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-5403530201685245052015-03-23T15:13:44.656+08:002015-03-23T15:13:44.656+08:00You should have no problem with shot-making when y...You should have no problem with shot-making when you're using the BN-60, and it can be strung as high as 27-28lbs.<br /><br />What I really found trouble with is the attack, especially from the back court.<br /><br />Give it a test run if you're able to. I really didn't get positive returns with the racket in the back court.Arthurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14124500583168930888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-17501364347132803142015-03-23T05:49:04.661+08:002015-03-23T05:49:04.661+08:00Sorry dude I meant bg65 ultimax on one of my previ...Sorry dude I meant bg65 ultimax on one of my previous questions about string and repulsion not bg66 ultimaxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-89039759970752331872015-03-23T05:43:51.991+08:002015-03-23T05:43:51.991+08:00Also how does the racket feel when performing clea...Also how does the racket feel when performing clears and other overhead shots from the back of the court, I read on karakals website that the head speed constitutes towards more power and it can also be strung to quite a high tension. Once again your advice is much appreciated Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19359356.post-89927049350862145272015-03-23T05:36:50.083+08:002015-03-23T05:36:50.083+08:00I like attacking with speed in doubles games which...I like attacking with speed in doubles games which is why I chose this racket, if I were to string with something of high repulsion like bg66 um or nanogy 98 would it compensate for the lightness, thanks for your advice I really appreciate itAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com