Carlton TRU-STORM ASi 100 Badminton Racquet

The Carlton TRU-STORM ASi 100 is an entry-level, user-friendly badminton racquet specifically tailored for beginners, casual recreational players, and foundational school sports programs. It represents a significant step up from standard all-steel recreational gear by utilizing an Aluminum-Graphite composite construction alongside an internal T-joint. By pairing a durable aluminum head with an athletic, lighter graphite shaft interface, it sheds excess deadweight while preserving high impact resistance. This creates an affordable, low-maintenance training partner that helps new players find consistency on the court.

Performance Profile

1. Power Generation: Features a highly accessible Even-to-Tweener balance profile paired with a manageable 95-gram total frame weight. The hybrid aluminum-graphite chassis allows for smooth, fluid swing mechanics, helping developing players generate natural depth on baseline clears without requiring intense wrist snap or pre-conditioned arm speed.
2. Control & Sweet Spot Forgiveness: The frame incorporates an Isometric head shape, which squares off the upper corners of the hoop to widen the cross-string matrix. This significantly expands the effective sweet spot, ensuring that off-center hits retain a predictable, stable trajectory over the net.
3. Vibration Management: By replacing stiff steel shafts with a more resilient graphite layup, the racquet naturally improves shock dissipation. Sharp physical vibrations are dampened upon contact rather than traveling directly into the player's forearm, offering a plush, cushioned feel that protects developing wrists and elbows.

On-Court Character

1. Handling Dynamics: Weighing in at 95 g, the ASi 100 strikes an excellent balance between structural stability and light maneuvering. It feels agile and responsive in hand compared to heavy training racquets, allowing beginners to easily transition between overhead clears and close-to-the-body defensive blocks.
2. Resilience Profile: The primary asset of the ASi 100 is its robust composition. The combination of an aluminum hoop and an internal T-joint ensures that the racquet easily survives the typical accidental court scrapes, concrete drops, and partner clashes common to institutional use or family backyard games.
3. Target Player Experience: This model functions as a reliable, zero-fuss introductory tool. It eliminates the fragile nature and high-tension complexity of professional-tier carbon equipment, allowing recreational enthusiasts to focus entirely on learning clean timing, basic footwork, and enjoying long rallies.

Specifications

• Model Name: TRU-STORM ASi 100.
• Frame Material: Durable Aluminum.
• Shaft Material: Flexible Graphite.
• Joint Construction: Internal T-Joint.
• Frame Weight: 95 g  +/- 5 g.
• Overall Length: 665 mm (Standard Beginner).
• Head Shape: Isometric (Expanded Sweet Spot).
• Balance Profile: Even Balance / Tweener.
• Grip Size: G3 Standard.
• Factory String Status: Pre-strung with durable nylon.
• Recommended String Tension: Up to 18 lbs (8.2 kg).