FIRST STEP

Everyone's rating [Performance] Value for money and Durability rated highly
FIRST STEP

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Average review score

  • Rating: 9.05 / 10
  • Number of reviews: 19
    • Durability:9.47
    • Flight performance:8.95
    • Touch:9.05
    • Value for money:9.63
    • Consistency:8.37

    Specifications

    Producer
    RSL
    Model number
    FIRST STEP
    Temperature indication
    2 ~ 5
    Grade
    Practice shuttle
    Quantity
    12 (1 dozen)
    User Review SummaryAI Summary
    Highly valued as a practice shuttlecock for its excellent cost-performance ratio, the product has gained recognition among budget-conscious clubs and beginners due to its superior durability and stable flight performance, though quality variations have been reported depending on model numbers.
    ■ Frequently mentioned points
    • Excellent durability enabling extended use
    • High cost-performance at around 2,500 yen
    • Stable flight and accurate directional control
    • Consistent quality with minimal individual variation
    • Slightly heavier weight suitable for fundamental training
    ■ Representative voices
    ▲ PositivePurchasable at around 2,500 yen with excellent durability and stable flight to target areas, making it ideal and economical for budget-limited club activities.
    ▽ CriticalModel 4 exhibits noticeable quality inconsistencies including cork cracking, string breakage, and weak adhesive bonding depending on individual units.

    User reviews

    • admin

      Kazama An essential shuttle for beginners to level up.

      Its durability is extremely good. The feel and flight are also on the good side, so I recommend it to people who want to master the basics. I think it is the kind of shuttle where, as you repeat practice over and over, you realize you have leveled up before you know it. On top of that, the value for money is quite good, which makes me happy.

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      2018/12/07
      Overall
      8/10
      Durability
      8
      Flight performance
      8
      Touch
      8
      Value for money
      8
      Consistency
      8
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    • Nariyuki Bud Papa

      Nariyuki Badminton Papa☆ミ Good value for money as a practice shuttle

      I usually use Company Y's 200 or 300, but if I hit them a little off, the feathers snap, and once two or more are broken they just feel wrong...

      This shuttle is durable, so I think it'll probably become my main one from now on

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      2020/10/11
      Overall
      10/10
      Durability
      10
      Flight performance
      8
      Touch
      10
      Value for money
      10
      Consistency
      9
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    • Nabeji

      Nabeji (Experience:6-10 years) The No. 4 cork cracks easily

      Cork cracking and thread breaking during use, which I rarely saw with No. 3, show up clearly with No. 4!

      No. 3 has good durability for the price, so I like it and use it for my team!

      Actually, since I repair them as I use them, it's easy for me to see variation between individual shuttles, like which ones are prone to cork cracks or broken thread, but No. 4 really has lots of problems, like cracked cork, broken thread, and weak glue on the base!

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      2019/12/12
      Overall
      9/10
      Durability
      8
      Flight performance
      10
      Touch
      10
      Value for money
      10
      Consistency
      7
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    • admin

      Yuka RSL FIRST STEP is highly durable and economical.

      The shuttle my current club uses for practice is RSL FIRST STEP. FIRST STEP flies well and goes stably to where you aim. It is carefully made with no variation. It is durable and lasts a long time even with heavy use in practice, so it is very economical.

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      2018/12/07
      Overall
      10/10
      Durability
      10
      Flight performance
      10
      Touch
      10
      Value for money
      10
      Consistency
      10
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    • admin

      dragon Cheap and long-lasting

      Its appeal is good durability for the low price. For normal practice it lasts plenty long. Flight is relatively good, and you can hit it more or less where you aim. However, it has a slight heaviness, so you need to hit with proper form. It is truly a practice shuttle.

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      2018/12/07
      Overall
      8/10
      Durability
      8
      Flight performance
      8
      Touch
      8
      Value for money
      10
      Consistency
      4
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    • admin

      Satoko RSL FIRST STEP is good value for money.

      What I currently use for practice is RSL FIRST STEP. Since our club runs on a small budget, I think FIRST STEP, which you can buy for around 2,500 yen, is excellent for practice. It is durable and flies stably, so I can focus on practice.

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      2018/10/30
      Overall
      10/10
      Durability
      10
      Flight performance
      10
      Touch
      10
      Value for money
      10
      Consistency
      10
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    • admin

      Madoka RSL FIRST STEP is tough and flies well.

      The shuttle I use for practice is RSL's FIRST STEP. It can be bought for under 2500 yen, which really helps. We play on a low budget, so the most important thing is that it is sturdy, well made and lasts a long time for practice. It also flies well and stably to where I aim.

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      2018/10/30
      Overall
      10/10
      Durability
      10
      Flight performance
      10
      Touch
      10
      Value for money
      10
      Consistency
      8
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