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Yonex Astrox 88S Tour Badminton Racket

Yonex Astrox 88S Tour Badminton Racket

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The Yonex Astrox 88S Tour (most notably updated in its 3rd Generation edition) is a high-performance mid-tier alternative to the flagship 88S Pro. Designed to mimic the high-level playing profile of the Pro model, it uses slightly modified manufacturing processes in Taiwan to offer advanced playability at a more accessible price point.

Performance Profile

  1. Speed & Net Dominance: Featuring a 5 mm longer length (compared to the standard +10 mm on most head-heavy rackets), the 88S Tour delivers rapid frame speed and lightning-quick maneuverability. This design allows for fast counter-drives, tight spinning net drops, and quick interceptions.
  2. Control & Shuttle Hold: Equipped with an expanded sweet spot and an optimized frame matrix, this racket increases shuttle hold time slightly upon contact, offering elite precision and directional placement during tight rallies.
  3. Snapback Power: Built with 2G-Namd™ Flex Force graphite in the shaft, the racket flexes quickly and snaps back instantly, transferring explosive energy into fast punch smashes and steep steep-angled drives without requiring massive effort.
  4. Steep Attacks: Integrated with the Rotational Generator System, the frame uses counterbalance weighting to help transition seamlessly between defensive recoveries and fast consecutive attacks.

Best Suited For

  1. Doubles Front-Court / Skill Players: Ideal for controlling the net, intercepting high drives, and setting up points for a rear-court partner.
  2. Fast-Paced Counter-Attackers: Advanced to upper-intermediate players who rely on rapid reaction speeds, flat exchanges, and tactical shot placement rather than raw heavy power.
  3. Control-Oriented Singles Players: Works exceptionally well for singles players who favor rapid changes of pace, tight net play, and controlled flat pushing.

Specifications

  • Colorway: Silver / Black.
  • Flex: Stiff.
  • Balance Point: Head-Heavy.
  • Frame Material: HM Graphite, CSR, Tungsten.
  • Shaft Material: HM Graphite, 2G-Namd™ FLEX FORCE, REXIS Shaft.
  • Weight / Grip Sizes: 4U (Avg. 83g) G5, G6 / 3U (Avg. 88g) G4, G5, G6.
  • Overall Length: 670 mm (5 mm longer).
  • Stringing Tension: 4U: 20–28 lbs / 3U: 21–29 lbs.
  • Manufacturing Origin: Taiwan.