wow bro you better change your grommet! so sorry to hear that it had already shrunk in to the frame

i changed my grommet straight away right after AJ spoiled it, it was a brand new arc z and strung with nbg 98 @ 28 pounds

the whole grommet came out but he didnt want to re-string it for me so i just cut the whole string n replace it with new grommets


Check this linnk out pretty scary and how helpful grommet is hahaha
http://www.badmintoncentral.com/forums/sho...ead.php?t=79761

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Bring back the racket where it purchase? Usually the shop will help them to claim if confirm manufacturing defects.

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When did you friend purchase the racket?

Im not sure about apacs rackets warranty maybe a year?

I have a friend who has a Yonex arc Z and clash it while playing and it broke in a month or so and claim back a new arc z after 4 months i think

You want attacking racket go for At 700 3rd gen, its below rm500 ngam ngam hou at your budget

or you can go for apacs attacking racket which are pretty decent as well

EHhh i think string got alot of difference!

Heres my 2 cents

Currently I am only exposed to most Yonex strings and Zymax62 and Accupower62.

For yonex strings apple to apple comparison


all strings with the TI word behind each model has Titanium coating which is very slippery on strings.

Nanogy strings are equally slippery and after a few months of play the coating may wear off and you may need to change to a new string for a similar feel.

Basically I love BG80 =D but currently using BG66Maxima a .65mm string from Japan. I hate slippery strings because when i do trick shots such as slices it is inaccurate for me, BUT it may be different for you guys!

oh! I did a 29lbs on my zymax62 and accupower 62 which feels like a 31 for a BG66 so the thinner the strings try to lower down your tension since it feels stiffer!

through experience i guess lol how much are you using currently? then try to press on the sweet spot of the racket and see if its consistent, if it is then ur stringer is pretty good lol

Here's a video on smashes, if you dont understand chinese then ill translate it to you haha =p

It definitely gives more power because you are using your whole body major muscles and weight, better if you have a head heavier racket to add more mass to the smash

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qF0zB2Ygz4o

Currently Im using BG66Maxima as my string haha I tried ZM62 but it breaks easily

I am currently using 1

N90 woods to be exact haha =D

im a head heavy user (Been using AT700,AT900p and now N90)


IMHO

People get mixed up with control, anyways what is control?

I don't find any difficulty at nets using a head heavy racket, the only major difference i find is that when using an Arcsaber10 and N90 I find it very hard to lift the shuttle high when returning smashes during doubles aggressive play using the N90 compared to Arcsaber10.

Trick shots that only require wrist motion also requires more effort compared to a lighter racket.

That's my conclusion =)

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Added on June 12, 2010, 10:34 pmI lost in a Mens singles open today badly I am very sad

This post has been edited by Calvin Seak: Jun 12 2010, 10:34 PM

I got my own but now i gave my gf already haha she likes the racket too
I got it earlier then zul =p

Ehh ziggy!!! I didnt know you balik kampung till i asked everyone where you went! Thought you were mad at me

HAHaha =D No worries!
Been playing singles lately at south quay with a few guys, haha im an underdog there =p


Ur arm will hurt after your game or maybe the next day if not its alright! Some racket vibrates and some dont. if you are on a tight budget why not try apacs visible hollow series. Most of my racket that i have used dont vibrate much

I've been using bg80 for 2 years, its a great string! A standard rule would be, the ticker the string the higher the tension =D for example

usually you play with BG 66 @ 26lbs
with BG 80 try going 28lbs

=D

Heres a good website about string tension, power and control

so you guys wont be confuse if you guys should go for a higer string tension or lower

http://web.archive.org/web/20071028080241/...m.my/String.htm

Here is a video about the science of badminton, sorry haha i seldom come to this forum but i'll try my best to help everyone!

Part 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQAQiQgmU5A&feature=related

Part 2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=meOZtZLYr8o&feature=related

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Added on June 15, 2010, 12:53 amOh we're playing singles at Cuepecs Challenger at Cheras,

anyone care to join? Currently we have 3 players for 2 hours, 8-10pm

This post has been edited by Calvin Seak: Jun 15 2010, 12:53 AM

hey carto where ya from? Will be having another one on thursday at pantai hillpark, where i live Its much cheaper! Today we played a full 3 hours lol from 7 - 10 and it cost rm20 per person so i decided to book my condos badminton court since its free =)

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Added on June 16, 2010, 1:48 amI think it may be your technique hehe

This post has been edited by Calvin Seak: Jun 16 2010, 01:48 AM

chill we can learn from each other

Phase 2

9 - 11pm =D

why do you want to use lead tape on your racket for?

on the frame? Which position?

or on the handle?

Hahaha better not stick at the handle dude later can get cancer

Try taking out your buttcap at the racket there then only insert it in the wood. That's how tennis players do that but I don't know about badminton.

Lead tape can be easily purchased at any Tennis shop, would cost around rm20++

I just use normal factory grade tape on my racket from 9olock to 3 all the way and it felt better haha

Good la heavy got more mass can whack the bird harder

the arc8dx is stiffer i have both rackets lol

I won't

lol im using 33lbs but drop like nobody business because im using bg65power which loses tension REALLY fast

Hahhaha don't want now ngam ngam 27 lbs lol omg 6 months s the string haven't break.. Damn value for money lol