a 4U is not limited to 28 lbs. That is just the manufacture recommended tension. Obviously manufacturers will not recommend extremely high tensions as there could be plenty of user error when strung that could potentially cause frames to break and would not be covered under warranty.
Plenty of other examples or use cases where in order to achieve optimal performance, you might have to exceed manufacture settings or recommendations at the risk of damaging the product. Hope that makes sense
hey Howard, thanks for this vid, it's really good:). But i have a question, which would be better in terms of generating power? A 5u head heavy racket, a 4u medium balance racket, or a 3u head light racket? If u chose to answer this, u can take ur time :))
It would depend on what kind of power you're looking to generate. I would say if you are looking for overhead power, it's always best to go with a head heavy racket. Even if it is 5u, I feel the head heavy balance would be the best in terms of generating power for smashes. I find it quite difficult to generate good overhead power with headlight rackets even if the overall racket is heavier. Hope this helps!
Great question. Typically the rackets maintain the same with distribution so my best guess would be that they evenly distribute the added weight throughtout the racket to keep the overall feeling the same.
exactly! nanoflare are quite head light while the astrox 88s will be more top heavy which is why even though the astrox is 4u, it might feel heavier when you swing it
That would make it inconsistent because everyone uses different kinds of grips and also cuts the grips different lengths. Weighing the rackets without strings and grips keeps it the most objective measurement for comparison purposes.
Hi Howard, for next video can you explane about Pre-Stretch tension, thanks!
Thanks Howard! I'm an old man 5U user now. When are you going to come up to Toronto to play? Did you play Pan Am in 2015?
Yes I was in Toronto for the 2015 Pan Am Games in Markham! Hopefully I can visit again soon!
@Howard Shu good sir, i don't understand why pros using 32 lbs tension on a 4u that it's limited to 28 lbs.
a 4U is not limited to 28 lbs. That is just the manufacture recommended tension. Obviously manufacturers will not recommend extremely high tensions as there could be plenty of user error when strung that could potentially cause frames to break and would not be covered under warranty.
Plenty of other examples or use cases where in order to achieve optimal performance, you might have to exceed manufacture settings or recommendations at the risk of damaging the product. Hope that makes sense
@@howeezy all these years now i know, thank you very much for your response, i'm now at peace 😁
It's okay because the racket is free for them
hey Howard, thanks for this vid, it's really good:). But i have a question, which would be better in terms of generating power? A 5u head heavy racket, a 4u medium balance racket, or a 3u head light racket? If u chose to answer this, u can take ur time :))
It would depend on what kind of power you're looking to generate. I would say if you are looking for overhead power, it's always best to go with a head heavy racket. Even if it is 5u, I feel the head heavy balance would be the best in terms of generating power for smashes. I find it quite difficult to generate good overhead power with headlight rackets even if the overall racket is heavier. Hope this helps!
@@howeezy Thanks for your answer, Howard, it did indeed help :))
Hi Howard, I wonder where they put the extra weight between a 4U and 3U within the same model?
Great question. Typically the rackets maintain the same with distribution so my best guess would be that they evenly distribute the added weight throughtout the racket to keep the overall feeling the same.
Great vid. Looking forward to the next one. Which racket weight do you prefer?
I personally still really like the Original 3U Arc Saber 11 but on the Arc Saber 11 Pro I prefer the 4U
@@howeezy very interesting, thank you
thanks for the information ..
Hi brother, plz clarify for me on the racket's grip size G1-G5. Which one is smaller & biggest 🤔
I have a video explaining grip sizes also! Check it out on my channel.
thanks bro
for me 4U is the best..82 Grams, and string 27.. best for beginners..its oke tho? what do you think ,😊
i think kids will find 5u or even 6u better
Can you review astrox 100zz and astrox nextage?
Hi, which weight would you recommend for a Beginner who is just into badminton recently ? Is heavier the better ? Or should start with lighter racket?
having a new voltric z force ii is a flex and the color is yellow not black 🤧
Yeah, it's the Lin Dan Edition Z Force II 😀
What is your string tension?
I play aerobite at 29/31 lbs.
but u didn't discuss much on the effect of the weight.
I realized that now my racket is 0U 96grams
Is this with or without strings and grips. Again the weight should be completely without any strings or grips.
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Often times i feel that my 3u 1000z is lighter than my 4u astrox 88s I guess weight distribution is extremely important
exactly! nanoflare are quite head light while the astrox 88s will be more top heavy which is why even though the astrox is 4u, it might feel heavier when you swing it
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Okay sure 😊
Should have weight them with getting strings and grips on
That would make it inconsistent because everyone uses different kinds of grips and also cuts the grips different lengths. Weighing the rackets without strings and grips keeps it the most objective measurement for comparison purposes.
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hope this was helpful!
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Thanks Howard for this video. It was really informative..🫶
Thank you, glad it was helpful!