QUOTE(chongkiatz @ Sep 26 2008, 01:27 PM)
asking something .. AT900 head heavy same as avh1800?? or even avh head is more heavy than AT900... and how about Apacs Nano 900 power (red)??? and wat is the spec for AVH1800 ? 3U head heavy?
Lolx.. i guess xmadjoev has given all the info that u need.. great review..!!
QUOTE(xmadjoev @ Sep 26 2008, 05:13 PM)
Some technical info on AVH1800.
Material: high-strength carbon fiber titanium
Shoot under: Hard / filter
40 Tonne frame
Spec: 3U/G2 (=Yonex G5)
Beat length: 675mm
Balance: Head Heady
Stiffness: Stiff + and really solid feeling
Max Tension up to: 30 LBS
Shoot Box features: the first ISO / MP-bed full arc / transmittance
Anti Vibration Technology
Some review.......................
Power: Hell of a weapon! This is the first Apacs racquets that give my smashes BOOM feeling. It has more power compared to Apacs Nano 900 Power Red. Because of the power more control needed for clears (baseline to baseline shots). However, must hit the small sweet spot accurately if strung at high tension to get the power. I will try it at 24lbs when my string snaps.
Defense: Need extra wrist work to push the shuttle high to the baseline. Because it is head heavy, the reaction will be slower. I somehow miss a few smashes to the sides in doubles that I usually retrieve with a little bit of stretching.
Stability: The overall stability of the racquet is good. Only very minor vibration is felt during clears and smashes. I reckon the vibration can be reduced by a soft cushiony grip (well at least for myself). I think the “anti-vibration technology helps a little” haha~
Finishing: This is one of my favorite racquets in terms of design and finishing. The colour scheme is simple and classy. The only downside is that they should improve on the cap design. It is really a disappointing fact.
Overall: I played with this racquet for 3 x 3hour sessions playing singles and doubles. Personally, this will be my primary racquet (unless I find another more suitable one) for singles. For my doubles I would need more practice on the net shots and pushes to baseline. Still searching for the feeling for my netshots (always overshot; abit high or far) and pushes need more power (only up till doubles service baseline). I would rate this racquet as 9/10 in terms of playability and considering price as a major factor.
Very very comprehensive and honest review.. I m oso an AVH1800 lover..!! is my primary racket too.. Haha..
QUOTE(chongkiatz @ Sep 26 2008, 08:59 PM)
wow...what a good information from xmadjoev .... thx alot ... it's very helpful...but will the VH1800 is too too head heavy ?? just scare make me over tired for 2 hour game >.<
QUOTE(xmadjoev @ Sep 26 2008, 10:20 PM)
hehehe...i have not tried it but according to most review, including the one in this tread, AVH1800 sounds like the racket of destruction. If you are playing doubles, it wont drain too much energy. But the POWER smash is rewarding.
Though im using AT700 LTD right now, if the 1st smash didn't completely KILLS off the opponent, your partner should complete the job in front. Last time i used AT800DEF often kena counter attack
In the end, still up to your style lah.....heard that ARC10 can allow you to smash ALL NIGHT LONG...this is some review given by some users...
Maybe you can ask xXKidDo coz he just bought one from zhensheng.
Ti10 is also another massive POWER RACKET

QUOTE(chongkiatz @ Sep 26 2008, 10:35 PM)
owh..i have to try my apacs ES10 out 1st...if it's suit then i won't change racket....if i feel the head is too light maybe will consider either vh1800 or nano power 900 >.<
Wow,looks like xmadjoev had used b4 many great monster rackets..!!

Keep up your badminton spirit and enjoy the game to the MAX ya..!!