Yonex Nanoflare 700 Tour Badminton Racket Silver_Skyblue

The Yonex Nanoflare 700 Tour (2nd Generation) in the Silver / Sky Blue colorway is a premium, high-tier competitive speed racquet. It is engineered for advanced club players and tournament competitors who want to dominate fast-paced rallies with quick defensive reflexes and effortless baseline-to-baseline clears.

While the flagship Pro model is made in Japan, the Tour version is meticulously built in Taiwan using the exact same head architecture and performance profile. The Silver / Sky Blue cosmetic features a beautiful, clean metallic paint job accented by exposed, translucent carbon bars that shift in the light to emphasize its high-speed design.

Key Technologies & Performance Profile

The 2nd Gen Nanoflare 700 Tour fixes the historical flaw of traditional head-light racquets (which often lack clear depth) by utilizing a wide, high-repulsion frame paired with a highly cushioned feel.

1. Aerodynamic Wide Profile Frame (10/10 Speed): The defining upgrade for this generation is the Wide Profile Frame. By sharpening the outer contours and creating a wider head surface, the racquet cuts through wind resistance effortlessly. This gives you blistering hand speed during frantic defensive scrambles and flat mid-court drive exchanges.
2. The SERVO FILTER Vibration Damping: Integrated directly between the graphite layers of both the frame and shaft, the Servo Filter is a specialized epoxy resin film. It filters out harsh structural shock six times faster than carbon alone. The result is an incredibly smooth, plush, and arm-friendly hitting sensation that protects your elbow and shoulder over long matches.
3. Enhanced Sonic Flare System: To maximize shuttle acceleration, Yonex strategically layered different carbon matrices. The top of the frame uses ultra-elastic SUPER HMG for instantaneous snapback, while the lower portion utilizes Nanocell NEO graphite. This combination creates a powerful trampoline effect, allowing you to punch the shuttle deep into the opponent's court with a short, compact wrist-flick.
4. REXIS Super Slim Shaft & Energy Boost Cap Plus: The high-performance Rexis shaft is structurally engineered to eliminate side-to-side twisting (torsion) during fast swings. Paired with the Energy Boost Cap Plus at the handle base, it guides the shaft to flex perfectly straight forward, ensuring your lightning-fast cross-court drops and drives stay highly accurate.

Best Suited For

1. Advanced Intermediate Doubles Players: Perfect for players who thrive in the fast-paced environment of doubles or mixed doubles, relying on quick defensive reflex blocks, flat pushes, and rapid interceptions at the net.
2. Rally Generalists Seeking Easy Depth: Ideal if you love a fast racquet but lack the explosive wrist strength required to bend ultra-stiff tournament models. The medium-flex shaft works with you to provide easy power on deep clears.
3. Players Demanding Premium Comfort: An excellent choice for active club players who play multiple times a week and want a top-tier speed weapon that won't leave their arm feeling sore or fatigued.

Custom Stringing Recommendation: Unlike the Play version, the Tour model ships unstrung to cater to player preferences. To unlock its blistering drive repulsion, pair it with Yonex Exbolt 65 or BG66 Ultimax strung between 24 to 26 lbs. If you prefer a crisp, high-control hitting feel for tight net play, a hybrid layout like Yonex Aerobite is an exceptional match for this frame.

Specifications

• Product Tier: TOUR (Premium Competitive / Tournament Tier).
• Weight / Grip Size: 4U (Average 83g) G5 | 5U (Average 78g) G5, G6.
• Balance Point: Head-Light (Engineered for ultimate maneuverability).
• Shaft Flexibility: Medium (Elastic, responsive, and highly forgiving).
• Frame Construction: HM Graphite, Nanocell NEO, SUPER HMG, SERVO FILTER.
• Shaft Construction: HM Graphite, SERVO FILTER + REXIS Shaft.
• Maximum String Tension: 4U: 20–28 lbs | 5U: 19–27 lbs.
• Length: 675 mm (10mm Long Frame).
• Country of Origin: Developed in Japan, Manufactured in Taiwan.