{"product_id":"yonex-astrox-88s-pro-2024-badminton-racket","title":"Yonex Astrox 88S Pro (2024) Badminton Racket","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eYonex Astrox 88S Pro (3rd Generation \/ 2024 Release)\u003c\/b\u003e is a premium, flagship tournament racquet engineered specifically for elite doubles players who dominate the mid and front court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eUnveiled at the All England Open, this model introduces massive performance overhauls compared to its predecessor. While the \"D\" model is optimized for back-court \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"163\"\u003eDomination\u003c\/i\u003e, the \"S\" stands for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"194\"\u003eSkill\u003c\/b\u003e (Finesse). Sporting an industrial \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"234\"\u003eSilver \/ Black\u003c\/b\u003e cosmic cosmetic, this \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"271\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/b\u003e masterpiece is built to offer lightning-fast handling, an expanded sweet spot, and an enhanced \"shuttle hold\" for unparalleled control during rapid net exchanges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe 3rd Gen 88S Pro shifts the paradigm of typical head-heavy racquets, focusing heavily on raw reaction acceleration and crisp hold-and-flick mechanics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFront-Court Net Mastery \u0026amp; Speed (10\/10):\u003c\/b\u003e By engineering the frame to be only \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"77\"\u003e5mm longer\u003c\/b\u003e than classic vintage racquets (and 5mm shorter than its twin, the 88D Pro), Yonex dramatically decreases the racquet's rotational drag. This gives you blistering hand speed at the net, making it exceptionally easy to intercept flat drives, block heavy smashes, and stick lightning-fast net kills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2G-Namd™ Flex Force Snapback:\u003c\/b\u003e The ultra-stiff shaft integrates an advanced, highly elastic carbon matrix. Under the force of a quick, short-swing push or drive, the graphite deforms precisely and snaps back into position almost instantaneously. This provides a clean burst of explosive power on abbreviated shots where you don't have the time or space for a full baseline wind-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCFR and Enhanced Shuttle Hold:\u003c\/b\u003e Built with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"42\"\u003eCarbon Fiber Rubber (CFR)\u003c\/b\u003e embedded into the frame, the racquet head allows for microscopic flex upon impact. This increases the pocketing time (holding the shuttle on the strings for a split second longer), granting you pinpoint directional accuracy for tight net drops and deceptive cross-court pushes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExpanded Isometric Head \u0026amp; Stability Weighting:\u003c\/b\u003e The 2024 structural frame widening stretches the sweet spot to its absolute limits, offering tremendous forgiveness on off-center hits. Additional mass has been distributed down the sides of the head to combat frame twisting (torsion), ensuring your defense stays rock-solid during high-speed, multi-shot rallies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePower-Assist Bumper:\u003c\/b\u003e Placed seamlessly at the very top tip of the head, a tungsten-infused nylon bumper adds concentrated mass directly behind the hitting zone. When you are forced to rotate to the back-court, this extra momentum gives your baseline clears and smashes a strong punch that headlight racquets simply cannot match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Suited For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eElite Front-Court Doubles Specialists:\u003c\/b\u003e Custom-designed for the advanced or professional partner who controls the net tape, cuts down drive angles, intercepts loose lifts, and sets up points for their rear-court partner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFast-Paced Reflex Counter-Attackers:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal for players moving away from even-balance or headlight frames (like the Arcsaber 11 or Nanoflare 800) who want to inject more smash power into their game without sacrificing their rapid defensive hand-speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAdvanced Players with Clean Technique:\u003c\/b\u003e Because of its stiff shaft and precise, low-torsion construction, it rewards clean timing and strong wrist-work with incredibly crisp, premium tactile feedback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eStringing Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e To fully exploit the biting control and extreme speed of the 3rd Gen 88S Pro, string it with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"122\"\u003eYonex Aerobite\u003c\/b\u003e (hybrid string for maximum net spin and control) or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"189\"\u003eExbolt 63\u003c\/b\u003e (for instantaneous, lightning-fast repulsion on flat counter-drives) between 25 to 28 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Tier: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0\"\u003ePRO \/ Flagship (3rd Generation).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWeight \/ Grip Size: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,1,0\"\u003e4U (Average 83g) G5, G6 | 3U (Average 88g) G4, G5, G6.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBalance Point: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,1,0\"\u003eHead-Heavy (Dynamic swing-weight 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