How To Choose A Badminton String and String Tension

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Before you choose a badminton string, here are some basic facts and
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All strings stretch, like elastic, and therefore your strings will begin to lose
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tension (known as "tension creep") starting from the day it is strung.
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Every racket has a “sweet spot.” This is an area on the string bed
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which will give you the most power.
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Beginners lack the technique and is more likely to mis-hit the shuttle on BEGINNER
the wrong part of the string bed, therefore it is recommended that they CARE
use a lower tension because the lower the tension, the bigger the sweet EVEN BALANCED
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A higher tension will provide more power and control only if you can HEAD HEAVY
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consistently hit the sweet spot. The downside is that the strings will
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break more easily if a mis-hit occurs because of how tight the strings are
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As a player becomes more consistent and has good technique, they will
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bene t more from a higher tension because the shuttle will travel o the
string bed faster, giving them control of the shuttle. MALAYSIA
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String tension relating to power and control
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Much of the power in a badminton shot comes from the string. Thus, it is OLYMPICS
very important to know how string tension can a ect your game. By RACKET
adjusting the string tension, you can adjust the amount of power or control RETIRE
that you get from any string, thick or thin. RETIREMENT
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Playing with a lower tension (18-23lb) STEAMING
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A lower tension means:
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-a softer (looser) string bed and thus less feeling of the shuttle which results TENSION
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-the racket will have a softer string bed which means that there is more USED VICTOR
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-a larger sweet spot that is more forgiving and requires less accurate strokes
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to generate power
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-the strings are more durable and less prone to breakage from o -center
miss hits at the sides of the string bed
Conclusion: Lower tensions are more suited for beginners who do not
have good hitting technique and require more power in their game.
Playing with a higher tension (24-30lb)
A higher tension means:
-a harder (tighter) string bed and thus more feeling of the shuttle which
allows for more control
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-the racket will also have a harder (tighter) string bed which means that there
is less "bounce/repulsion" from the strings and therefore the player will need
to input more strength to generate power
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-the strings are less durable and more prone to breakage from o -center
miss-hits at the sides of the string bed
Conclusion: Higher tensions are more suited for advanced players who
have good hitting technique and require more control in their game.
Here is a table that summarizes the main points:
String tension Power Control Durability Feel Vibration
Low Easy Decrease Increase Decrease Decrease
High Hard Increase Decrease Increase Increase
As you may have noticed, there is a recommended string tension on every

racket. They usually have a few di erent ranges depending on the racket
itself, 17-22, 20-27, etc... This recommendation is there to ensure that the
racket does not break when stringing. People who choose to go over the
limit may subject their racket to damage under the immense pressure from
the high tension of the strings. Professional players often string way outside
the recommendation at 30lbs+ . These players are sponsored and do not
have to pay for their rackets if it breaks so unless you are sponsored, I would
not recommend stringing outside the recommended tension and to do so at
your own discretion. The recommended tension is also there for warranty
purposes. Stringing outside the range will void the warranty.
A common mistake most people make is to string at too high of a tension

because of their ego. Since it is harder to generate power at high tensions,
the player will often use excessive force in order to generate power and may
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result in an injury to the shoulder or they may develop tennis elbow.
Here is a suggestion for string tension for di erent levels of players:
Beginner : 17lbs-20lbs
Intermediate: joanne
20lbs-24lbs
in Mountain Home,
Advanced: 24lbs-27lbs
Professional/International: 27lbs – 30lbs+
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For those that play with plastic shuttles, it is recommended to lower your
tension by 1-2lbs. A plastic shuttle generally requires more e ort to clear to
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the baseline because they are heavier and y di erently compared to feather
shuttles. Lowering the string tension will give you the extra power that you
need to help you with clears.
Here is our list of strings that are most often requested by customers with
the top of the list being most popular:
Strings for Power

BG80
BG66 Ultimax
BG80 Power
NBG98
BG Aerosonic
Strings for Durability

BG65 (Great for beginners)
BG65 Titanium
NBG95
Strings for Control

NBG99
BG Aerobite
It is recommended for beginners to use thicker strings since thinner strings

are easier to break from mis-hits.
To choose a badminton string, you should take note of your playing style as
di erent strings will help with certain aspects of the game.
If you found this useful, read our post on How to Choose a Badminton Racket
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Di erent strings are made with di erent materials that give them their
unique characteristics.
Here are the string technologies/material and their description:
Cup-Stack Carbon Nanotube:

Advanced construction minimizes notching of the string at intersections for
greater durability and high
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Vectran
The Vectran high-strength and high-elasticity spiral winding prolongs
durability and racket stringing tension.
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Hydro Titanium
Compound titanium hydride coating provides not only a sharp feel at impact
but increased durability.
MultiFilament
YONEX MultiFilament featuers a super- ne diameter for high durability and a
soft feel on impact.
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The article is useful . But still I’m confused to chose racket .. even
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Farooq on February 16, 2019
This is really a detailed information regarding the string tension which

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Hi I am using yonex nanoray 9i . which is the best string for it whether
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shyam sundar on January 28, 2018
Help me please I cant nd anywhere which string should i buy for my

racket. I have a konex volume cyber kk-1025. Tension 29lbs. Length-
25.2cm , breadth- 19.9cm . Optimetric headshape, full carbon
graphite. Bi-axial dynamics, volume power technology. I apply a lot of
power for smashes.
Ravi Yadav on January 21, 2018
what is the max string tension of victor ti 10??

Titas Bala on January 19, 2018
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Do you have NBG 99 strings in stock….i need a restring on tusday
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Gary on January 13, 2018
Hi
I was using yonex arcsaber light 2i and in I used yonex BG 65 it was
nice but it didn’t give much control and power and now I m using
yonex nanoray light 8i in it which string should I use . And it’s
mentioned 20-28lbs ..
Thanks
Praveen Bastia on January 01, 2018
J y ,
Maspro mizuki 200 , i got a new racquet the racquet is unstrung , plz
suggest me which string is best and including tension too ..
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Your information is very helpful to me and will guide others too thank
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3/15/2020 How to choose a Badminton String and String Tension – Yumo Pro Shop - Racquet Sports online store

For Express Shipping - Please email shop@yumo.ca for quotation

How to choose a Badminton String and Yonex Racket Bags

Why Lee Chong

Victor New VBS

spot. joanne in Mountain Home, EXERCISE

that you get from any string, thick or thin. RETIREMENT

Playing with a lower tension (18-23lb) STEAMING

in less control and placement TRAINING

Playing with a higher tension (24-30lb)

A higher tension means:

Here is a table that summarizes the main points:

String tension Power Control Durability Feel Vibration

Low Easy Decrease Increase Decrease Decrease

High Hard Increase Decrease Increase Increase

As you may have noticed, there is a recommended string tension on every

A common mistake most people make is to string at too high of a tension

Here is a suggestion for string tension for di erent levels of players:

Strings for Power

Strings for Durability

Strings for Control

It is recommended for beginners to use thicker strings since thinner strings

joanne in Mountain Home,

Here are the string technologies/material and their description:

Cup-Stack Carbon Nanotube:

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This is really a detailed information regarding the string tension which

Help me please I cant nd anywhere which string should i buy for my

what is the max string tension of victor ti 10??

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