DUORA10 [Discontinued]

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DUORA10

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Average review score

  • Rating: 9.49 / 10
  • Number of reviews: 43
    • Swing: 9.12
    • Maneuverability: 8.91
    • Control: 9.4
    • Touch：9.56
    A hard hitter model that controls the rally with "Fore Smash, Back Drive".

    Specifications

    Producer
    YONEX
    Series
    DUORA
    Model number
    4549317930519
    Grip size
    2U4、2U5、3U4、3U5
    Color
    Green / Orange
    Length
    675
    Weight
    2U,3U
    Shaft stiffness / feel
    Slightly hard
    Head balance
    Slightly head heavy
    Recommended tension

    3U: 19-26 2U: 20-27

    Frame material
    High elastic carbon frame + nanometric DR + Ni - Ti fiber
    Shaft material
    High elastic carbon shaft + nanometric, new built-in T type joint
    Frame shape
    isometric

    User Review SummaryAI Summary
    The racket's distinctive two-sided design with different shapes requires an adjustment period, but once mastered, it receives high praise for operability and ball feel. The ease of backhand play and power of smashes are particularly valued, positioning it as an all-rounder favored by intermediate to advanced players.
    ■ Frequently mentioned points
    • Backhand is easy to hit with excellent rebound in serves
    • Strong repulsion and power in smash shots
    • Learning curve due to different front and back shapes
    • Outstanding operability and smooth swing mechanics
    • Designed for intermediate to advanced players
    ■ Representative voices
    ▲ PositiveSmashes are fast and accurate, drives are easy to control. Backhands easily fly deep, and the racket face transitions are intuitive and easy to use.
    ▽ CriticalThe different shapes on each side make it unclear which side is which, preventing natural racket rotation and making it quite difficult to handle.

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    • Irregularities

      Irregularities （Experience：4-5 years） I think it's easy to use!

      I gave this to a friend as a birthday present, but they let me try it out. Maneuverability is good, and both forehand and backhand were very easy. My arm didn't get tired even holding it for a long time, so I'd recommend it to people who play badminton for long sessions.

      2017/09/27
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      9
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    • kouki

      kouki （Experience：4-5 years） My go-to racket

      I'm a fan of the DUORA series, and this is the racket I use most among them. It's easy to swing on both the forehand and backhand, so it's perfect for my style of keeping the rally going and attacking when I spot an opening. I feel it's a racket for people who've gotten used to badminton.

      2017/09/26
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      9
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Geodude

      Geodude （Experience：11-20 years） A racket with a different feel on each side that broadens your game!

      When it was first released, I doubted whether a racket could really feel different on the front and back, but when I tried it, I was amazed at the difference in feel! On the forehand face, drives and smashes carry well and I can hit hard, so I no longer lose when the rally turns into a low, flat exchange. The backhand face springs the shuttle off nicely, and I feel the accuracy of my crisp, decisive shots improving, so I think my playing style has become even more versatile.

      2017/09/26
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      9
      Maneuverability
      8
      Control
      9
      Touch
      10
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    • nuts

      nuts （Experience：4-5 years） Good for drives, but it doesn't feel springy.

      I was using the DUORA 10, and it feels pretty heavy when you hold it.
      The balance is head-heavy rather than even balance, and the shaft was quite stiff.
      The frame feels strong, so I could string it about 3 lbs higher without any problems.
      My impression after hitting with it was that drives were really good, but it doesn't have that springy repulsion.

      2017/09/25
      Overall
      9/10
      Swing
      9
      Maneuverability
      8
      Control
      8
      Touch
      9
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    • Yuu

      Yuu （Experience：4-5 years） Light and easy to use

      It was a bit of a pricey racket that stretched my budget to the limit, but in terms of feel, it's by far the best of all the rackets I've used.
      Even though I barely feel any weight when I swing, the impact comes through solidly.
      I can hit exactly where I aim, and I'm very satisfied.

      2017/09/20
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      9
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Whitebeard

      Whitebeard （Experience：More than 20 years） The DUO10 hits far with great control

      YONEX's DUO10 is a racket that can be used by everyone from beginners to upper-intermediate players. The strings are fairly firm, so shots fly well. You could say it suits players with strong power. It also has excellent control, so it's the kind of racket anyone can use easily. It's a durable YONEX racket, so you can use it for a long time.

      2017/09/20
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Yoshimura

      Yoshimura （Experience：6-10 years） About the DUORA 10

      This is the model used by Hiroyuki Endo. Like the DUORA 7, it uses the Dual Optimum System with a different front and back side. The DUORA 10 is a bit heavier than the 7 and excels at smashing. I think it's the best match for people whose style is to overpower opponents

      2017/09/19
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      8
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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