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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    • fish

      fish （Experience：4-5 years） ASTROX 88S

      I use it for doubles. Drives are easy to hit and smashes come easily.
      When I receive, the shuttle flies as long as I make contact.
      The control is pretty good too.
      I highly recommend it to front court players in doubles!

      2018/10/06
      Overall
      9/10
      Swing
      9
      Maneuverability
      9
      Control
      9
      Touch
      9
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    • echo

      echo （Experience：More than 20 years） Light and easy to use

      The ASTROX 88S is light, so when I smash, the amount of force I put in feels just right, and it's quite easy to use, so I like it and use it all the time. It puts no strain on my wrist, so I don't hurt it, and it has good bounce on the shuttle, which makes it easy to use.

      2018/10/05
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      8
      Maneuverability
      8
      Control
      10
      Touch
      8
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    • Shogogon

      Shogogon （Experience：6-10 years） Specialized for doubles

      The shaft isn't too stiff, and it's head-heavy leaning toward even balance, so its maneuverability is the best of all the rackets I've used so far!
      I felt it performs better in fast rallies than in situations where you hit powerful smashes, so male hard hitters may find it a bit lacking. But I can really recommend it to people who are hesitant about head-heavy rackets or who feel weak at playing front court in doubles!!

      2018/09/15
      Overall
      9/10
      Swing
      9
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      9
      Touch
      8
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    • Heppoko Socho

      Heppoko Socho （Experience：4-5 years） A racket for the front court in doubles!

      This is a review of the 4u5. It's billed as a racket for the front court player in doubles, and that's exactly what it is. Pushes, drives, net shots and the like are so easy to hit it's impressive. Even though the head feels light in terms of balance, you can keep hitting strong shots. The shaft is slightly stiff. I think women and kids can use it too, but it's a racket where you hit the shuttle as if flicking it away, so it takes a little knack.

      2018/07/20
      Overall
      9/10
      Swing
      9
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      8
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    • Macha

      Macha （Experience：4-5 years） It suited me!

      It's said to be designed for front-court play, and my smashes got faster and started dipping more. I think being 5 mm longer also helps with maneuverability. The touch on receives and at the net is good, too.

      2018/05/29
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      9
      Maneuverability
      9
      Control
      9
      Touch
      10
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    • Geek

      Geek

      These are my impressions of the 3U.
      Not just the ASTROX 88S, but I think the good thing about ASTROX is that the weight is distributed toward the grip.
      Thanks to this, there's less strain when holding the racket in the ready position, and maneuverability improves
      I was amazed that a head-heavy 3U could feel this light. (I gave up on the Z-FORCE II in 4U because the head was too heavy)
      I think the essence of this racket is that it has good maneuverability for a head-heavy racket
      For attacking, there's the even heavier Z-FORCE II, and in terms of maneuverability, a racket with a lighter head would be even better.
      I think the ASTROX 88S is a balanced racket leaning toward attack
      Recommended for anyone who wants to attack with smashes but also wants to build the game in the front court
      It can probably do both at a high level

      2018/04/27
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      8
      Control
      10
      Touch
      9
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    • age

      age （Experience：6-10 years） My experience with the ASTROX 88S

      The shaft and the feel are on the stiff side. The flex is good, so it adds power to your smashes. At the same time, I can feel how easy it is to swing. However, it feels a little lacking in terms of maneuverability. It's relatively easy to control, and I think it's suited to the front court in doubles.

      2018/04/26
      Overall
      8/10
      Swing
      6
      Maneuverability
      4
      Control
      8
      Touch
      8
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