Do Professional Players use 3U or 4U Badminton Rackets?
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- Опубліковано 18 лют 2022
- When it comes to professional Badminton player's rackets, a lot of people are really interested in if they use the 3u or 4u version. Most Badminton rackets will come with these different versions, they are exactly the same as one another except the 3u version weighs more than the 4u. In this video, I will be looking at what weighted Badminton racket some of the professionals use as well as what I think they have.
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I have known people who are friends with professional players. I can confirm that Kevin Sanjaya is using 4U, and Marcus Gideon is using 3U. Momota’s astrox99 is 4U, but unsure if he has switched to a 3U for the astrox99pro. Pearly Tan uses a 4U with added lead tape at the top for extra swing weight. Tan Boon Heong uses a 2U and Koo Kien Keat a 3U. Lee Chong Wei and Lin Dan uses 3U, but their rackets are mostly customised (for example, Z Force 1 painted to look like a Duora 10, or Z Force 2 painted to look like LD Force). Aaron Chia and Goh V Shem are using 3U Arcsaber 11 (V Shem customises the grommets for some reason). Lee Zii Jia uses a 3U. Mayu Matsumoto (womens doubles) surprisingly uses a 3U. There used to be a stir that professional players only used 3U because ‘they can handle it’ and I’ve seen quite a few of my friends only buy 3U rackets because they want to be like them. Players tend to match their preferred racket weight suited to their style of play, but some may just have their own separate preferences regardless of discipline. Same goes for string tension, while everyone may think pros use crazy high tensions at 30lbs +, Lee Yang only uses 28lbs tension and that suits him well enough to earn him a gold model in Tokyo. So purchase rackets and string the tensions to suit your level of play and what feels most comfortable for u! And great video keep up the good work !!!
Thank you, I really appreciate the information! That is interesting and yes I agree :D
Wow 😮 tan boom heong uses 2U
So heavy
@@muhammadtkd8027
Tan Boon Heong hold the record for fastest smash in badminton
I know I can’t imagine being on the other side of a 300 + mph smash 🤯
i think Yamaguchi (WS) uses only 24lb. Ive seen or heard somewhere but i cant remember
You are a very good badminton content creator, with very clear explanations. Keep it up man!!!!
Thank you man, I appreciate it alot!
Really good information! I'm mostly a singles player using a 3UG4 ZF2, but am also able to use this same racquet in doubles and I play mostly front court during doubles (I'm not professional/national level but I did play competitively prior to the pandemic). Really goes to show how personal racquets can be!
Hows ZF2 ? What should I buy ZF2 or Duora Z Strike?
Yes, I think it depends on how the playing style for each player
I use both 3U and 4U, .
usually I use 3U at the first game of the match. .
and then switch into 4u at the second game or on the rubber game
and its work properly on me. .
Excellent video! Nice to see your videos getting so many views and congratulations on almost 2000 subscribers!
Thank you so much, I appreciate the support!
awesome content man! a lot of us are curious how pros setup their racket so keep em coming 😆
Thank you, I appreciate it! 👊
Nice channel. You ask directly to professional players.
FYI. Marcus Fernaldy Gideon use 3U, I tried his racket. Maybe because he is hard hitter with strong power and dominate play in back court. He needs heavy racket & head heavy to generate more power/ momentum.
Good luck for your channel 💪
Thank you, I appreciate it!! :)
i use 3U and i played doubles majourity of the time. that doesnt mean i dont like 4U. i usually try rackets out to then judge what which i would prefer if i like that frame. atm i use a 3U astrox 100ZX. i personally dont find it head heavy enough so i opt for 3U than 4U for just that extra power.
Hey! Thx vo video.
Im using yonex nanoray 900 3u for pairs/mixed.
For single - victor thruster f c 4u.
As far as im concerned, for my racket models there a not on market 3u or 4u, only one view.
One more thing needs to take account with is the Player version rackets' weight distribution, graphite layer are different to the ones selling on market.
Especially Yonex rackets, the difference between Player Version and Market Version is massive. I had a chance to try the NanoFlare 700 (Green/Blue) Player Version, which is in 3u, balance point is close to 300mm.
The specs are completely different to the market stock, which only offers in 4u & 5u and balance point is no way close to 290mm
That's really interesting, I don't know why the player version rackets are sometimes different to the market version
@@BadmintonAnalysis I think there are certain factors contribute to the difference between player version and market version:
- Players' requirement
- To accommodate the constant high tension stringing on the racket.
- Manufacturing cost
- Sometimes not all player sponsored rackets are better than market version, as there are some rackets that couldn't pass QC (for instance, weight, balance & paint job) would be given to players.
is that true? no wonder why ahsan back then using arcsaber fb and still had a big smash
Interesting If you go to viktor axelsen UA-cam channel he says that the rackets he is given are the same to everyone sold in shops around the world
@@muhammadtkd8027 Of course the brand/manufacturer would need him to say this. Try to trace back to the times that he was using the Astrox 88s, the handle/shaft proportion is different to the ones selling on market, have you ever seen a 88s with such long handle?
Also I heard from tournament stringers that the Duora Zstrike he used actually has both sides with "forehand frame" that's why he doesn't have to adjust the side when he plays.
Most recreational players at my club get sold a 4U at the shop since they want a 100ZZ or 88S etc, but couldn’t handle the 3U version. Good sales advise from the store owner. All of the players training at a high level age 17-30 are using 3U mostly.
Could you include some more female tour players in your next video?? Thank you
Hi bro what do you recommend for doubles 88s tour or arcsaber 11 tour. I also like net play and tactical serves
apacs z ziggler limited edition 6.2 slim vs Apacs z ziggler 6.4 slim... which best racket
Great video man
Thank you!
I’m using 3U balanced racket, but I’d like to try a 4U someday.
How bout their string tension?
Very nice video! I really like my 4U 88D pro for doubles, and I mainly play in the backcourt. But I am really looking forward to getting my hands on arc 11 pro!!
Thank you! Both of those rackets are really good, yeah I would love to try out the Arcsaber 11 pro!
88d pro too much head heavy?
@@shajiedatharakn7070 I use 4U. It doesn't feel heavy, it feels more like an all-rounder.
88d pro 4u vs 11 pro 3u, which one is better?
I have 3U & 4U racket, I play still fresh I use 3U but I tired I use 4U..hahah....Thanks for information
i like 3U rackets as they swing solid. though i am a recreational player, the weight dont bother me. not becos i am very good but the pace in recreational games are alot slower. thus reaction time is not an issue. i also have 4u rackets and tricks are much easier as last minute changes is lesst taxing on the wrist. but still prefer the solid feel of a 3u. also the head heaviness of the racket affects the swing and reaction time more than the wieght if distribute well.
Hello, may i know which 3u rackets do you use?
@@felizdoss lining 9000c..75c..yonex 100zz
3U..power smash..... Try pakai nanoray Z speed 3U..paduu habaq ang😁
I play doubles and lack power in my smashes. But I also need a fast racket for defences. Which racket do u recommend? Currently I have duora 6 3u
Try astrox series, i think 88d will suit your style
Try nanoflare 800 but in 3u. It's such a nice racquet. I personally like it a lot but I've always been more of a heavy hitter so went with Astrox 99 pro 4u. It's really hard to say but I would recommend just trying it out first before buying it in order to tell what suits you best.
usually I used 3U 5G for Yonex Z Force 1 and 2, and now I try to use Astrox 88S Pro 4U 4G, its okey 🙂
congrat! it's a nice vid
Thank you! :)
please ask lee zii jia and ginting
I’m Surprise that I can understand most of the things u said. And I like it, also I use Ax 99 Pro 4 U
Hahaha nice! That is a great racket
For me both of two is the same.i like 5u for lighter
Good explanation bro .
Thank you :)
Never thought that Sheldon Cooper is into badminton.
I like your voice, keep going bro 👍👍👍
Thank you, I appreciate it! 👊
also lee yang is from Taiwan!
88S is so fast due to the lower BP and 5mm shorter overall length so most players would use the 3U otherwise you lack power. 88D most would use the 4U as its almost as beastly as a 99.
1,70 meter , 52 kilos, 17 years old, intermediate level, not very muscled, not very powerful but very agile and quick : astrox 77 pro 3u or 4u ? Thanks
I'd go for the 4u, it's a head heavy racket so will feel slightly heavier anyway 😎
@@BadmintonAnalysis Merci. Thank you so much !
Almost player pick 3u, but also some players that more technical and play more fast drive pick 4u racket.
Mens single use 3u, doubles player use 4u
please use 3u if u like smash and attacking if not u will regret. Recreational player play 2 game and rest and continuesly. why not 3u kan?
it would be great if you could ask gideon if his 88d pro is 3U or 4U please
Gideon is using the 4U 88D Pro. A stringer said that the 88D Pro 3U is so head heavy it is not really fast so he can’t maneuver his shots. The 88D Pro 3U is more suitable for singles player. The 4U version is fast, aggressive and it really suits doubles players.
@@benle2696 yup, gideon say in instagram he use 4u, and kevin using 3u in 88s pro
@@benle2696 Thanks. I currently have the 88d pro 4U
The 4U version of the ZF2 is heavier than most 3U rackets. It's actually mad how people don't get tired after using that racket for a while
On the contrary, I found ZF2 4U version lighter than other 4U rackets. 😅
Been using zf2 for 5 years now. Amazing racket once you get used to it
4u g6 even balance, mid flex racket :)
I'm used 5U 😁
gideon using 3U?
I play only 4ME rackets 😁😄
maigaaad.. TBH , im using 5U & 6U...
Doesnt matter 5U better anyway
I can testify that most professional badminton players dont know what racket they're using
3u
3u 100zz 😁
5U best for weak, lower-intermediate doubles guy??? 6U for ladies beginners??? 😅
What about the Daddies?
I will try and message them for a future video :)
Hendra is using 3u version Thruster K Falcon (with added extra head weight) & Ashan is using 4u version AuraSpeed 100x (with G6 grip size).
@@kennethiu2775 Ahsan using almost a headlight racket is quite surprising 🤔
And is 4u 🤔
@@decade8866 Yes, he mentioned that the 4uG6 specs can help him generate that crazy arm swing power.
I'm actually more surprised about Hendra using 3u and super head heavy version of TK-Falcon
@@decade8866 Ahsan always use HL rackets as long as i remembered, with the exception of Mizuno. He used Nanoray when he was sponsored by Yonex which is a HL rackets.
LEE CHONG WEI USE 2U RACKET
Kevin use 3U and Marcus use 4U
I have been told it's the other way round. Kevin uses 4u and Marcus uses 3u?
@@BadmintonAnalysis Based on Yonex IG story about a year ago, Gideon post that he used Ax88d NC 4U version, while Kevin use Ax88s NC 3U version. So if what you said is true, then maybe they change their preference while using the pro version.
You can watch it here around 3:34 for gideon's and 7:26 for kevin's, but it's in indonesian. ua-cam.com/video/_B7dlqMZGMc/v-deo.html
Aw dude. Please stop staring into the camera like that. It's awkward. Lol
Will try and change it up for future videos, it's all new to me haha