GRAVITAS 9.0-SX C.L.

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GRAVITAS 9.0-SX C.L.

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Average review score

  • Rating: 9.72 / 10
  • Number of reviews: 18
    • Swing: 9.5
    • Maneuverability: 9.67
    • Control: 9.56
    • Touch：9.22

    A new development approach that focuses on shuttlecock behavior after the impact of a model using Chris Langridge. Oversized face + wide body frame design. Professional specifications for fighting in the world. While taking advantage of the gravitas concept of “eating the core,” Chris Langridge realized both the speed touch of the doubles avant-garde and the power shot that pushes it away the rear. This model, like the racket used by Chris Langridge, will be released with a carefully ed wooden grip coated with polyethylene.

    Specifications

    Producer
    Gosen
    Series
    Model number
    BGV90SX
    Grip size
    G5
    Color
    Black (BK)
    Weight
    4U
    Shaft stiffness / feel
    Hard
    Head balance
    Slightly head heavy
    Recommended tension

    20-28

    Frame material
    Pyrofil ™ made by Mitsubishi Chemical
    Shaft material
    Pyrofil ™ made by Mitsubishi Chemical

    User Review SummaryAI Summary
    The firm shaft and carefully balanced design enable both exceptional maneuverability and power. The racket excels in net play techniques like receiving and pushing, receiving high ratings from intermediate to advanced players who can handle the stiffness. However, its pronounced stiffness and strong character make it unsuitable for beginners.
    ■ Frequently mentioned points
    • Firm shaft and even balance provide excellent control
    • Receiving, pushing, and net shots are highly playable
    • Good swing speed despite oversized face
    • Strong shaft rebound with satisfying impact feel
    • Extreme stiffness makes it difficult for beginners
    ■ Representative voices
    ▲ PositiveTop-tier in combining maneuverability and power. Net play such as pushing, hairpins, and receiving are exceptional, with excellent control. The balance feels more lightweight than even-balanced rackets typically are.
    ▽ CriticalThe impact feel is excessively hard. For those accustomed to Astrox, the stiffness is surprisingly pronounced. Shuttle contact feels insufficient. A racket full of quirks.

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    • Kazuo

      Kazuo （Experience：4-5 years） Hmm, really good

      Up until now I'd been using the Z-FORCE II, but I've really fallen for this racket.
      My smash speed isn't great, so I've been developing my receiving instead, and this racket makes receiving really easy, so I love it.

      2019/11/10
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Phage

      Phage （Experience：6-10 years）

      I bought it because I like Chris^_^ The weight distribution of the frame was excellent. Despite the stiff shaft, the repulsion is good, and smashes felt really satisfying. I used to use the VOLTRIC 80 E-TUNE, but this isn't super stiff like the VOLTRIC 80 E-TUNE; it flexes well and was easy to use. I recommend it!

      2019/09/29
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Racket benkei

      Racket benkei （Experience：6-10 years） Way too quirky

      I've lent it to lots of people, and it really divides opinion; its quirks are abnormally strong
      You should try it before you buy
      Anyway, it's as stiff as swinging an iron bar, but it rebounds like crazy
      Quite a few people say it's damn hard to use
      But some people say it's easy to receive with and great for smashing
      Personally, I found maneuverability in the front court especially good, but felt the hold was lacking
      Also, you save on underwrap!!!
      Since it's the original grip lol

      2019/09/22
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • OT

      OT （Experience：11-20 years） Maneuverability and power combined

      In terms of combining maneuverability and power, I think it's a top-level racket.
      How easy it is to hit pushes and hairpins in the front court, and the stability of forehand-side receives, are better than any racket I've used.
      I think it's an even balance, but it's as maneuverable as a head-light racket, so I can handle the front court with time to spare.
      As for receiving, short returns and drive receives are very easy.
      Also, it's easy to feel the weight of the head, so lobs, hairpins, and drops are easy to control, and even with a compact swing, if you flex the shaft you can hit very sharp, steep smashes.
      Also, maybe because GOSEN rackets twist less, I get the impression that the shot direction doesn't wobble.
      Preference and feel also play a part, so please take this as one opinion.

      2019/09/16
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      9
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    • OT

      OT （Experience：11-20 years） Maneuverability and power combined

      Above all, it's very maneuverable, making pushes, hairpins, receives, and drives easy to hit.
      Generally, I think maneuverable rackets are head-light and often don't put much behind smashes, but this racket is different. The shaft flexes properly, so you can hit smashes that break down your opponent's receive. It's supposed to be head-light, but you can clearly feel the weight of the head, so it's easy to control hairpins and drops, and so far I can't find any real weaknesses.
      I used the CARBONEX 30 for a long time, but I'm thinking of switching to this one.

      2019/09/16
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      9
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      9
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    • Astrox User

      Astrox User （Experience：6-10 years） The feel is meh

      The feel was way too hard, as expected
      Surprisingly stiff for someone who used to use an ASTROX
      The hold isn't great...
      But the repulsion is good

      A racket that's a bundle of quirks

      2019/09/13
      Overall
      7/10
      Swing
      7
      Maneuverability
      6
      Control
      6
      Touch
      6
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    • Milotic Yamada

      Milotic Yamada （Experience：6-10 years） Impressions after 3 weeks of use

      Really good!
      The weight balance is superb, and both smashes and receives are easy to hit! I've always liked GOSEN rackets, so I bought it without seeing it in person, and it turned out to be a great decision. Serve pushes and drive receives get extra sharpness! I think it's a racket anyone from beginners to advanced players can use!

      2019/09/08
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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