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If you’re new here, we rate rackets on 4 main metrics with a score out of 10 for each. They are: Feeling & Handling, control, power and speed.
The Blade X 900 Sun has a 295mm balance point - which, according to Li Ning, sits in the mid-to-high balance point range for their rackets.
Tailored for professional players who want more offensive play, with enhanced rebound performance which is achieved with high modulus and highly elastic carbon fibre - called ACCELE TECH.
If you want to hear about more tech, the racket has:
The HDF SHOCK ABSORPTION SYSTEM - which reduces shock while allowing the transmission of more power through the racket. The TB-Nano also helps with this.
ULTRA CARBON and the AEROTEC BEAM SYSTEM - to make it stronger and more rigid, while allowing for it to be extra aerodynamic.
And lastly, a DYNAMIC-OPTIMUM FRAME which makes the sweet spot larger.
We tested the 3U (or 88g) version strung with BG-Power at 28 lbs.
So what did we think about it?
Honestly, as soon as we picked it up and swung it through the air, it felt really stiff and a bit clunky. But we were more satisfied with the feeling of the racket when we actually started hitting - although it is still definitely on the stiff side.
Control-wise, it was quite good for a stiff racket, but took a bit of getting used to the extra bounce. We could actually feel a bit of a difference - maybe it’s because of the ACCELE TECH.
For power, it was just okay. We tend to like more flexible shafts on our rackets to allow a but more whip and snapback that helps us with power. But someone who can generate a lot of power without the need for some flex would probably find it easier to smash with.
And for speed - it was good and similar to the other high end even balanced rackets we have used such as the Arcsaber 10 and 11 pro.
Looks? Let’s just say that it’s not really our jam. But each to their own!
Our Ratings
For Feeling and handling: 7/10
For control: 7.5/10
Power: 7/10
Speed: 8/10
Total: 29.5/40.
Who’s it for?
We think it’s for advanced & professional players who prefer stiffer rackets and is looking for something even balanced in the li ning range. It’s probably geared towards more rally/control players - and not so much towards heavily attacking styles even though it is promoted as an offensive racket.
That being said, if you’re a player who generates power quite easily, it could be something you may like because you’ll be able to compensate for the lack of whip in the racket.
Lastly, if you’re a beginner, we don’t think this one is really for you.
But how much will it cost you?
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The Volant Flight S1 is a head-light badminton racquet with a balance point of 280-285mm engineered with specialised NanoSpec Technology which enhances your game speed while maintaining strength & stability.
It is suitable for all playing levels and has a light yet strong & durable frame - this allows for fast recovery and enhanced racket acceleration.
The frame design also allows it to have reduced vibration, an enlarged sweet spot and ease of manoeuvrability.
