
The Yonex Astrox 77 Pro (High Orange) is a Japanese-made flagship racket designed for players who want a blend of backcourt attacking power and smooth all-around control. Sitting right between overly stiff power frames and speed-focused models, the Astrox 77 Pro utilizes a slightly softer, medium-flex shaft to provide an accessible whipping action without compromising accuracy or stability.
Performance Profile
- Smooth Whip Power: Built with a Medium-Flex shaft paired with Namd™ graphite and Flex Fuse resin materials, the frame absorbs shock at impact and flexes comfortably to generate deep clears, steep smashes, and easy power without requiring extreme wrist strength.
- Shock Absorption & Control: Integrates Flex Fuse material—a shock-absorbing polymer—into the frame matrix to cushion the hit, producing a softer, holding feel at shuttle contact for improved shot placement and directional control.
- Seamless Continuous Attack: Powered by the signature Rotational Generator System, which distributes counterbalanced weight throughout the grip end, frame top, and joint for rapid recovery and smooth transitions between consecutive offensive swings.
- Vibration-Damped Acceleration: Features an Ultra PE Fiber shaft construction and an Energy Boost Cap Plus to enhance shaft flex while minimizing twisting and unwanted vibrations.
Best Suited For
- All-Round & Attacking Singles Players: Ideal for singles players (such as Olympic champion Chen Yufei) who require reliable depth, controlled clears, and comfortable smash power.
- Mid-Court & Rear-Court Doubles Players: Excellent for doubles players who like to control rallies with drives and drops before closing points out with a heavy smash.
- Advanced to Upper-Intermediate Players: Great for competitive players who find stiff tour-grade shafts (like the 88D Pro or 99 Pro) too demanding on their shoulder or arm joints.
Specifications
- Model: Astrox 77 Pro (AX77-P).
- Colorway: High Orange.
- Flex: Medium.
- Balance Point: Head-Heavy.
- Frame Material: HM Graphite, Flex Fuse, Tungsten.
- Shaft Material: HM Graphite, Namd™, Ultra PE Fiber.
- Joint: NEW Built-in T-Joint.
- Weight / Grip Sizes: 4U (Avg. 83g) G5, G6 / 3U (Avg. 88g) G4, G5, G6.
- Overall Length: 675 mm (10 mm longer).
- Recommended Tension: 4U: 19–27 lbs / 3U: 20–28 lbs.
- Manufacturing Origin: Japan.
