ASTROX 88S [Discontinued]

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ASTROX 88S
ASTROX 88S

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Average review score

  • Rating: 9.51 / 10
  • Number of reviews: 51
    • Swing: 9.29
    • Maneuverability: 9.29
    • Control: 9.43
    • Touch：9.24

    Specifications

    Producer
    YONEX
    Series
    Astrox (ASTROX)
    Model number
    4550086095552
    Grip size
    3U4、3U5、4U4、4U5
    Color
    Emerald green
    Length
    670
    Weight
    3U,4U
    Shaft stiffness / feel
    Slightly hard
    Head balance
    Slightly head heavy
    Recommended tension

    4U: 20 to 28 (lbs) 3U: 21 to 29 (lbs)

    Frame material
    High elastic carbon frame + nanometric + tungsten
    Shaft material
    High elastic carbon shaft + Namd
    Frame shape
    isometric

    User Review SummaryAI Summary
    The Astrox 88S has received overwhelmingly positive reviews across all 30 comments, with the 4U5G model being particularly popular. The 5mm shorter design combined with excellent maneuverability despite its head-heavy balance is supported by users ranging from beginners to advanced players.
    ■ Frequently mentioned points
    • 5mm shorter design balances maneuverability with swing speed
    • Head-heavy frame doesn't feel heavy during play
    • Exceptional control in front-court drive and push shots
    • Easy to hit shots to intended locations with high precision
    • 4U recommended; 3U tends to feel heavy
    ■ Representative voices
    ▲ PositiveThe racket successfully combines the swing speed of head-light rackets with the power of head-heavy ones at a high level. Among 30+ rackets used, it offers the best feel and most perfect balance for comprehensive shot execution.
    ▽ CriticalSingles players may find clears difficult to execute, and power hitters comparing it to Voltric series models will notice less smash power. The stiff shaft requires some strength, making it challenging for beginners.

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    • Badminton Uncle

      Badminton Uncle

      It's the best racket. The feel and hold are really great! I had it strung about 2 lbs lower than my usual tension, and that was spot on. It's a bit short, so you might not get used to it right away, but once you do, it's a great racket!

      2019/09/16
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Shujimtgucci

      Shujimtgucci A masterpiece

      I think it's the best racket in YONEX's current lineup. I use it a lot for doubles, and nothing is easier to use than this racket. It can handle high tension too, so I really like it.

      2019/09/15
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Badminton-loving person

      Badminton-loving person （Experience：4-5 years） The best racket, deserving full marks

      Not just in the front court but in the rear court too, every shot is very easy to hit and control; it's the best. It feels like the easiest racket to use of all the ones I've used. It's my main racket now, and I feel I can hit a wide variety of shots easily. The head weight is just right, and the flex of the racket is just right too. A racket with nothing to complain about.

      2019/09/15
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Panakori

      Panakori （Experience：2-3 years） Really great!

      With this racket, it's easy to smash exactly where you aim, and since it's head-heavy you can hit heavy shots too, so it's super easy to use! I use the 3U, but it doesn't feel that heavy, and I can make quick touches in the front court, so my pushes keep finishing points. It's a racket that can do everything, so much so that I often rely on it in singles too!

      2019/09/07
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Panazun

      Panazun （Experience：4-5 years） Racket

      About the ASTROX 88S
      I use it for doubles.
      The 88S is seriously good. It feels like you can't go wrong just holding an 88S. lol
      Drives are really easy to hit. The head is moderately heavy, and maybe thanks to the Rotational something System?, I can hit pretty "effortlessly". Even though the head is heavy, I almost never swing late in fast exchanges. I'm not very strong, but I can easily put power into my drives.
      The smash is great too. It's no match for the VOLTRIC Z-FORCE II, of course, but that doesn't mean it's slow.
      Compared with the 88D from the same series, I think this one flexes more. But in terms of smashes, I think the 88D is better.

      I hope this helps you choose a racket.

      2019/08/10
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      9
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    • No Name

      No Name （Experience：2-3 years） Easy to use

      This racket is 5mm shorter than other rackets, but it's easy to handle.
      As you'd expect from a racket built for the front court, pushes at the net go in one after another, but from the back my smashes didn't finish points easily, so I think it was hard to play with until I got used to it. As for weight, I use the 3U, but I don't feel the weight when playing, so I recommend it.

      2019/07/28
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      9
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    • Terry Chan

      Terry Chan （Experience：More than 20 years） Truly a racket for the front court

      It's a racket with the best maneuverability for front court play. It's 1cm shorter, so it's easy to hit pushes at the net even when it's really tight. On the other hand, smashes from the rear court are slower, since the distance from the point of effort to the point of action is shorter. If you're used to long rackets, it'll be tough until you adjust. I recommend it for women in mixed doubles or doubles players who often play at the front.

      2019/06/24
      Overall
      9/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      9
      Touch
      8
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