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The Li-Ning Tectonic 7 Drive is one of the finest all round rackets created by Li-Ning in recent years scoring a massive 94/100. Tested in October 2020.
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Yet another disappointing top of the range Astrox racket, not friendly to use for most club players – look elsewhere! Tested October 2020
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Victor rackets continue to impress us, this Victor Thruster F Claw really is super stable, easy to maneuver, great for defense and with superb build quality! Tested October 2020
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We use the same shuttles for all tests Yonex AS30’s
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Every racket is subjected to the same testing in the same way
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For a full explanation on how to use this site please click here to “Learn more“. Rackets were rated out of 20 for each of the categories, but from 2020 we have increased the test categories from 5 to 10 (please see below).
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SMASH TEST
Measures shuttle velocity in Km/h
CONTROL
Measure the racket’s ability to control the shuttle
MANOEUVRE
Measures the racket head speed in
Km/h
WEIGHT vs POWER
Racket is rated according to its weight to smash power ratio
WEIGHT vs SPEED
Racket is rated according to its weight to manoeuvre speed ratio
REPULSION
Player effort input vs shuttle flight from racket
DEFENCE
How effective the racket responds to strong attack
DRIVE
The rackets ability to control and power flat shots
OVERHEAD
How easy this racket plays clears
EASE OF USE
Is this racket easy to use or does it require a lot of effort
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