Yonex Astrox 100ZZ vs 99 vs 77 badminton racket review & comparison

[@CKYew]

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[@hoanvunguyencong5507]

I had a different experience with the 100 and 99. I am using 100zz and you are right as when you are late to the shot, this racket makes you feel like you do not deserve it, but otherwise, it is a godsent especially when you are fit. I am built quite slim and I have never been considered physically strong (but I am more aggressive than others) so I passed the 99 when I was looking for a new racket. Plus the fact that i am not an experienced player. However, one day I got my hand on the 99and oh boi, that was outrageously satisfying. It felt like it belonged to me. It gave my smash what I would describe as a destructive and solid boost. Every position I would try even harder to smash and it nudged my confidence even more as those *bad chosen shots* came out so well, unexpected and with decent power. I am by no mean talented or good but I guess playing style and preferences play a huge role when experiencing such a demanding racket... Keeping my eyes on the 99 pro now. I could not stop thinking about it lol

[@CKYew]

Niceeeee!! The 99 Pro certainly is very solid and stable 👍🏼 if you want to find out more about it, check out my review of the 99 Pro too 👍🏼

[@gestatryputra390]

100 zz is my go to racket so far. LD Force & Voltric 80 are my backup racket. Really love them & curious about 88D Pro but oh man Yonex really burns my money so well. Great review, shoutout from Indonesia!

[@CKYew]

Indonesia BISAAAAA!!!! 88D Pro is my favourite out of the lot!! You should absolutely try it!

[@liutungwei5160]

I just love the way you comment of the rackets. I'm a fans of Astrox. I own Astrox 77 Blue, Astrox 88D and Astrox 99 Sapphire Navy.

[@andreaskihlgren]

Nice! What do you think of them?

[@CKYew]

Thank you for the support! I can certainly see like your head heavy rackets! 👍

[@liutungwei5160]

I love the design of Astrox, and I love their head heavy frame to guide my shuttle.

[@CKYew]

@@liutungwei5160 Gotta look good to feel good! ;)

[@mohammadalifikmalizmir5905]

i love the astrox 77! I use the blue color 4u version and i agree that the racket is not particularly great at any aspects but it really is easy to use. Also tested the astrox 99 and i found it way too head heavy although i tested the 4u version. Im glad your results equals mine

[@CKYew]

Thanks for sharing, I totally agree!

[@beck3740]

Same here. The new red one looks fantastic and AX77 feels all around type for me. great racket.

[@samuel971727]

Thankyou for the comparison, I was considering between 99, 100zz, and 88d pro. And this video shows up at the right time 👍

[@CKYew]

Niceeeeee!! So which one have you decided?

[@samuel971727]

@@CKYew leaning towards 100zz at the moment but still quite hesitant because of the smaller frame 😁

[@CKYew]

Haha what do you play with now?

[@samuel971727]

@@CKYew astrox 88s old color

[@CKYew]

Oh then you’ll be fine with the 100ZZ lol 👍🏼

[@chewkenghong]

been apprehensive about the 100zz due to the head heavy and stiff specs, until i got a chance to try it the other day and was really surprised how it feels. more like an even racket than head heavy at 315mm. very powerful racket.and move around quickly too. very similar to lining 9000c. love it. going to get one!

[@CKYew]

the 100ZZ is certainly very good!

[@cozmikw]

I’m late to the party 😵‍💫 I bought my 100 zz last week. I did not realise it was 3 years old now (2023). I have used a 77 and an 88 D Game I liked them a lot. But I decided to put my money on the 100 zz. Very happy with it. My last favourite racket was the Voltric 80. Similar but the 100 zz is just better. 👍🏾👍🏾

[@RafaelKenny]

A stellar video as always, you definitely should have more subscribers with this quality of content. Keep it up!

[@CKYew]

Much appreciated! Thank you for your support! Do remember to share it with your badminton buddies too!

[@miguelv2985]

Very good and super detailed review. Subscribed!

[@CKYew]

Awww, much appreciated. Share it with your badminton buddies so it can help them too :)

[@azumkyo]

Took a while to get used to 100zz but when that is over.. it really is a good racket.

[@CKYew]

🔨🔨

[@Coolpix1907]

You play singles?

[@azumkyo]

For me double

[@Coolpix1907]

@@azumkyo wow you must be muscular and hard hitter.. I used to play with 88d 4u (off white), and yet that racket bossing me (can't play well due to heavy head) now I'm using NF800 4u as it's heavier head in NF series

[@CKYew]

@@Coolpix1907 big smash 😂💪💪

[@nihalsameer6417]

Thanks so much for this video Decided to go with Ax77

[@CKYew]

👍🏼 good choice

[@BadmintonB]

Nice review video and great implementation of the head cam. Subscribed! 😁👍

[@CKYew]

Thank you for the kind comments!! Do share it with your badminton buddies too!!! 😊

[@CKYew]

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[@AapoPuhakkaBadminton]

I have Yonex 100zz and it is awesome racket

[@CKYew]

Absolutely! It’s an amazing racket!

[@AapoPuhakkaBadminton]

@@CKYew yes

[@cozmikw]

Totally agree 👍🏾👍🏾

[@leahlao1217]

Hehe​@@AapoPuhakkaBadminton

[@debankurgantait71052]

Is it better than the voltric z force

[@magnumcyclonex]

Good review and loving the multiple simultaneous camera angles. I do recall there being the Astrox 66 which launched before or around the same time as the Astrox 77.

[@CKYew]

Didn’t the 66 came a lot later after the 77 and was promoted as a ladies racket?? A 66 and 55 comparison is actually coming up soon so remember to get subscribed for that😬

[@magnumcyclonex]

@@CKYew You might actually be right. All I remember is I had a female friend play with the Astrox 66, so I guess it was marketed as a ladies racket! I've already been subscribed since a few months ago so you're all good. Keep up the great work and content production!

[@CKYew]

@@magnumcyclonex thank you for your support!! Do share the videos with your badminton buddies too 😊😊 astrox 66 and 55 soon!

[@jesseyap7770]

been following the yonex x momota video , after 16 episode still no sign of showing the new one , I wonder there's a 99 pro or just to show how they made 99 ,haha .

[@CKYew]

Haha true! Very sneaky of Yonex 😬😬

[@sumanthnandamuri2168]

Dude you make most informative and analytical videos, please don't stick to Yonex only, I am sure you'll do a good job with Li Ning reviews.

[@CKYew]

Thanks!! Do share with your badminton buddies too!

[@TheHi-T]

Yes, Astrox 77 was the 1st launched in the series. There was a commercial. I remember clearly because my peers weren't keen on having to figure out which side to use on Duora 10 for forehand & backhand. Meaning they couldn't spin the racquet in their hands between points. So they all buy Astrox. 😏 Except me. Duora 10 was the 1st launched in the series. To my surprise, for doubles, the 7 is my favorite. I'm usually the strongest rear court player with the better defense skills.

[@CKYew]

They're all good rackets but personally, I too prefer the Astrox rackets compared to the Duoras

[@koanlao]

Anyone have experience going from a yonex voltric z force 2 to the Astrox 100zz? One of my VZF2 got a crack in the frame and need to replace it. After researching it seems the 100zz is the successor of it ? Thanks.

[@CKYew]

I did a "Best Power Yonex Racket" video a while ago and certainly compared them 2 together. You should watch that 👍

[@Wynisnyge]

what was the difference between the new 100zz and the one in this video?

[@same2799]

U might feel that the sweet spot of the 100zz is a bit smaller than usual due to string tension, i was advised to drop my string tension by 1lbs since shape of the frame pulls the strings tighter 😅

[@CKYew]

Big power thooooo 🤣

[@sarfrazahmed7359]

Bro I loved the way you explain every characteristic of the mentioned racquets.. if you had to choose between Astrox 88D Pro & 100zz, which one would it be? Please leave a reply as I am relying on your response to buy one.. Thank you 😊

[@CKYew]

Thanks for the support! If you watch my recent videos, you’ll notice I’ve gone for the 88D Pros as my normal day to day racket 😊 they’re so good!

[@zysl2733]

The play and tour and pros have really big difference in prices, is there a huge difference such that it makes a big difference?

[@meperik3330]

please do 10zz vs 88dpro next please, i want to buy them but don't know which one to pick

[@CKYew]

Get both?? 😂😂

[@meperik3330]

@@CKYew nah,too expensive hahahahaha

[@CKYew]

@@meperik3330 😂😉

[@rickalvaro4478]

@@CKYew i think i would take the 2021 astrox 100zz. My club members told me that the colour was realy nice once they get in hands

[@CKYew]

@@rickalvaro4478 Very jealous indeed!! I cannot wait to see the new red paintjob! I will be showing it to you guys once I can get my hands on them 👍😬

[@santhoshd4326]

I used head light racket for a long time. I want to go to another headlight or even balanced racket. Since I am under budgeting myself, I thought of buying Duora 55 or 55 LCW. Any comments about the racket? Love ur content from India

[@arima171]

Why do the new Astrox 99's don't have that color?

[@mdimranali7556]

How is ashaway x shadow? Review the racket. Compare it with yonex.

[@CKYew]

I currently have no access to Ashaway rackets so I can't compare them unfortunately :(

[@persistence05]

I love 100zz i own 3 of em as well. New colour is out soon.

[@CKYew]

I cannot wait to see the new red ones!

[@joezhao6230]

Is there a big difference between the new 99 vs the old 99? Many said the first generation of 99 is much more head heavy

[@CKYew]

Hellooo, did you mean between the orange and the purple 99?

[@joezhao6230]

@@CKYew yes thanks

[@CKYew]

@@joezhao6230 There shouldn't be a big difference as it was only a new paintjob from the orange to purple. Did you find any differences?

[@HIHIBER28]

Is 100zz still good for double in terms of speed. Is it too heavy for quick lifts?

[@Yournam001]

Which is best astrox 88d play or 77 play

[@kurarai5136]

Which do u prefer between 4u astrox 100zz and 3u nanoflare 800

[@CKYew]

I prefer the 88D Pro! haha both the 100ZZ and NF800 are really nice rackets to play with and I'd be happy with both!

[@asankathilakarathne929]

Great work... can you compare Yonex Lin Dan Voltric Z Force 2, Voltric Force and Astrox ZZ

[@ispiritiho8715]

Nice video and great comparison! May I know what's your usual source of knowing what equipment those professionals use? Like you mentioned momota switched from 3u to 4u mid-way in 2019, I found it rare for anyone on the net to talk about this.

[@CKYew]

I remember seeing a Yonex video of him saying that. I’ll post the link here when I find it 😬

[@ispiritiho8715]

@@CKYew Thanks for that!

[@CKYew]

@@ispiritiho8715 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIjLlnWhlLaniJI there we go 👍

[@putrahayatulm9597]

ax 100zz compare with ax 88d pro, which one is the best?

[@CKYew]

Which one do you prefer? I went for the 88D Pro

[@mosesm5220]

Hi, can you do for Lining Aeronaut 9000 C and 9000 i, those are Flagship and familiar rackets in lining...

[@CKYew]

I have no access to Li Ning racket samples at the moment but never say never 😬

[@jackuniverse_]

i think you can do a video on all the head heavy racket voltric z force 2 ld force astrox 99

[@CKYew]

That’s certainly an idea for the future!

[@amyazrol3381]

Nice comparison 👍🏼👍🏻👍🏾👍👍🏿👍🏽 In you opinion, which do you prefer between 100ZZ & 88D Pro? Why?

[@CKYew]

Glad it helped! I preferred the 88D Pro because it was easier to play with compared to 100ZZ.

[@amyazrol3381]

@@CKYew nice.. i've yet try the 88d pro.. i've owned a 100zz. For me its easy to use.. but i think i have to try 88d pro just for sure which is much more easy & fun to use. Tq for your review & opinion..

[@CKYew]

Absolutely! Give the 88D Pro a go and let me know how you feel about it 👍🏼👍🏼

[@_mattheweng]

@@CKYew in which regard was the 88D pro easier to play with? Can you please compare the maneuverability, speed and power?

[@CKYew]

I find the 88D Pro slightly less demanding and faster compared to the 100ZZ with perhaps equal power or just a touch less (which I can live with).

[@rittersports0]

Will you be comparing the 3 new 88D's or 88S's, the pro vs tour vs game? Thanks for those reviews !

[@CKYew]

I don’t have access to the 88 tour and game models yet. I do plan to compare them when I have the chance 👍🏼👍🏼

[@sky9848]

can you do a review of the new Yonex Eclipsion Z2 please!!! GREAT VIDS!

[@CKYew]

Not yet, hopefully soon 😬

[@leenadavid3155]

Please can you make a comparison of the YONEX Astrox 100zz and 77 Pro please

[@bryancatacutan8135]

Yes please. Please do a review of astrox 100 z vs🎉 astrox 77 pro. Thabks

[@shawnn-oz6ek]

Which is the lightest 77 100zz or 99?

[@d3or0P]

The astrox ZZ will be better than aeronaut 9000 ? If aeronaut 9000 is better than in which conditions it is ? Plz help me with this

[@CKYew]

Unfortunately, I've not tried the Aeronaut 9000 before so I can't tell which is better for you.

[@Mengfiejr-wn5hb]

What is the lbs of the astrox 77?

[@kurarai5136]

Which one do you prefer between 4u and 3u for the 100zz

[@CKYew]

I’ve never had the chance to try the 3U models but I don’t find the 4U models lacking 👍🏼

[@skrekxy2352]

i have a voltric 9 should i upgrade to a 100zz?

[@CKYew]

What’s stopping you?? 😊😊

[@skrekxy2352]

@@CKYew i finally upgraded my voltric 9 to a 100zz😁

[@zackchan3097]

It would be sad if the new color 100zz doesn't have the glitter logo. From the pictures shown by Yonex, I do not see any glitter on it. Hopefully is just the camera's fault.

[@CKYew]

It would be very sad indeed 😭 WE WANT GLITTER😂😂

[@ethan-yt8ft]

I am deciding between the 100 or the 77 which one should I choose

[@CKYew]

Both are good so it’s down to what you like

[@haziqdanish5427]

hi, for intermediate player, can you suggest which one for me, astrox 77 or astrox 88d, (im a rear court player and love smash, sometimes play with net too)

[@CKYew]

The 77 is very easy to use whereas the 88D is a bit more demanding. Have you checked out the 88S Pro? I've also done a review on the racket on my channel too. That's also another super easy to play with racket.

[@anumugen3613]

I have 100zz Thinking of getting astrox 99 as second racquet to decide what will suit me!! Pls suggest

[@CKYew]

Have you checked out my other racket reviews on my channel? There's plenty to choose from :)

[@rajbasra4077]

Which racket has more power generation? The 100zz or 99

[@CKYew]

I think it’s down to the player. But I thought the 99 felt head heavier.

[@lamnotxace1134]

i have a question can you test a racket call yonex astrox 99 pro

[@CKYew]

I’ve done quite a few videos with the 99 Pro.

[@lamnotxace1134]

@@CKYew oh ok i,m gonna go watch some thanks

[@autumnatic6507]

For me100zz didn't feel that HH but was more towards balanced, maybe I am not professional enough to tell hahah, the one racket that I had no trouble telling if it was HH or not was the VZF2. I also felt that the 100zz had an insanely smooth swing, imo it felt easier to swing than the Arc 11 play, the swing of the Arc 11 for some reason felt heavier and less natural/slower. Currently looking to try the 99pro before deciding if I should get the 100zz or the 99pro.😄😄

[@CKYew]

💪

[@JGHN-g8h]

I heard rumors that 77 is as stiff or not stiffer than 88d. What are your thoughts? Thanks CK

[@CKYew]

Not sure if you’ve watched my 88D review (might be helpful) but the 77 isn’t as stiff as the 88D.

[@JGHN-g8h]

@@CKYew I must have missed out on that video. I just wanted your opinion as i respect your craft. Is it really medium as Yonex claimed? Because I can't believe I'm saying this but I'm looking for a downgrade from my 88D 3u G4 1st gen. Something more forgiving for casual plays. Thanks 🙏

[@CKYew]

@@JGHN-g8h Haha yeah, the 88D isn't a very forgiving racket at all. The 77 is certainly softer and much more forgiving. You should also have a go with the Nanoflare 800 which is super easy to play with 👍

[@JGHN-g8h]

@@CKYew Nanoflare 800! I’ll definitely look it up! One last question to throw at you if I may. Nanoflare 800 - Astrox 77 and Voltric Glanz. Which one would you choose out of these 3. A downgrade from 88D but don’t want to sacrifice too much power from this downgrade. Thank you once again CK 🙏🏻

[@CKYew]

@@JGHN-g8h I wouldn’t go with the Glanz but you should really enjoy the other 2 👍🏼

[@DerekLowePianist]

Should I get the Astrox 100zz or the Duora Z Strike, and should I get the Nanoflare 800 or the Nanoflare 800LT

[@Coolpix1907]

How hard is using 100zz by your conclusion? Let's say I'm an intermediate player that play with Nanoflare 800 4u

[@CKYew]

The 100ZZ compared to the NF800 is a lot more demanding to play with. I found the NF800 to be one of the easiest rackets to play with. Have you seen my NF800 by the way? 😬😬

[@User-f7k5i]

@@CKYew as i am a nf 800 player, wanna go to ax 77, which user friendly between those rackets ?

[@CKYew]

The NF800 is one of the most user friendly rackets I’ve come across! But the 77 will have more power tho

[@User-f7k5i]

@@CKYew i can generate smash quickly with nf800, but the shuttle is become floating before it landed. So i need to confirm it with headheavy or my technique still low 😅

[@CKYew]

@@User-f7k5i The 77 will certainly pack more punch compared to the 800 but certainly keep training :)

[@trinhan2375]

99 pro or 100zz?

[@CKYew]

Have you checked out my 99 Pro review??

[@jirajadekittichoke5064]

will you be reviewing the new astrox 77 pro

[@CKYew]

Yep

[@liutungwei5160]

I wonder is there any difference in shaft diameter comparing Astrox 77 Blue to Yellow? If not mistaken, Blue has slightly thinner shaft than Yellow version. Anyone can confirm?

[@CKYew]

Good question! I've only measured 1 piece of the 77 which is the one you see in the video here.

[@liutungwei5160]

@@CKYew I finally bought a caliper to measure the shaft. Shaft of Astrox 77 Blue is 7.1mm.

[@CKYew]

@@liutungwei5160 Close, there's always a tolerance with these things and also measurement errors. I've always rounded it up or down to the closest single decimal too.

[@devanshsarangpani2083]

Which strings were you using with astrox 77 and 100zz.

[@xravindrax]

Astrox 99 vs Astrox 77 pro????? ???

[@glai3291]

Where'd you get that info about momota changing the weight class of his AX99 👀 I'm looking forward to the 99pro but I'm a bit apprehensive about the head-heaviness as I prefer more evenly balanced racquets for singles. If using 4U is an option even for momota though (I realise it always is, but its not traditional) thats news to me

[@CKYew]

It was from one of the Yonex videos from their main channel. I believe it was a few seasons ago now. Looking forward to seeing the ax99 Pro.

[@NyanBites]

feel-wise, which one have the best feel in the hand between ax77 and nf800 ?

[@CKYew]

I like the NF800, have you checked out my review for the 800?

[@NyanBites]

@@CKYew yes i have, and now i really can't decide which one to choose between ax77, nf700 and nf800 😂 but my choice is leaning towards nf700 since you said that it is more flex in the shaft and larger sweetspot.

[@CKYew]

haha its tough deciding on one isnt it!

[@d3or0P]

How to astrox 100ZZ can develope my game like through will the clears from back to the back courts would be better, would my smash power would be increased or any other ways plzz help me thank you bro🙏🏻

[@CKYew]

If you're new to badminton, the 100ZZ might not be for you. Other easier to play rackets such as the Nanoflare 700 or 800 and even the Astrox 77 might be a better option to help your game.

[@smash0209]

Hi mate . Im playing with yonex armotech 900 p 4u for 17 years now. Will 100zz better for me?

[@nihalsameer6417]

I just love the video I have a question, I got the Astrox 77 4uG4 and love it. Currently its strung at 27 cross and 25 mains with NBG 95 Cosmic gold I am an intermediate attacking singles player, Looking for a durable but good repulsive string with medium feel for the Astrox 77, you have any picks? Also what string tension do you recommend bcz I wanna maximise the sweetspot but not string it too low too. Also should I string the crosses higher than the mains? is there any benefits to it? or should I just string the mains and crosses the same tensions? Thanks a lot for your amazing videos!! Keep them coming!!!

[@CKYew]

NBG95 sounds like a good balance for what you wanted. However if you don't mind thinner strings potentially breaking, you could try BG-80, 66 Ultimax, Aerobite or even Aerobite Boost? 25 lbs mains and 27 lbs crosses should be a decent tension. Try playing around with it the next time you string, go up or down in tension to find your perfect balance.

[@nihalsameer6417]

Ok thanks. One more thing, Does stringing the crosses gives any advantage than stringing mains and crosses same?

[@CKYew]

@@nihalsameer6417 Cross tensions are tighter to keep the racket head shape. So 2lbs or 10% tighter than the mains is normal.

[@nihalsameer6417]

@@CKYew ok thanks!!

[@CKYew]

@@nihalsameer6417 Good luck!

[@muhamadazmani6432]

Which the best for attacking player between 100zz vs 88d pro ?

[@CKYew]

Both are amazing rackets! It’s all down to personal preference.

[@andreaswilken6164]

Can you do a rewiew of Yonex astrox 68d and 68s pls! Ps I love your videos

[@CKYew]

I don’t think the 68S and 68D is available in the U.K. so a review might not be possible unless someone decides to send me one to test out for you guys 😬

[@andreaswilken6164]

Okey! 🙂

[@CKYew]

Have you tried them both? What do you think about them?

[@andreaswilken6164]

I haven’t tried them but I think about to bye one because I have been looking for a new racket. And sorry for my bad English tho lol!

[@CKYew]

@@andreaswilken6164 new racket day is always amazing!!! I hope you’re excited!! 👍👍

[@kangarule]

Have you tried the 100zx? I find I prefer that over the 100zz as it’s more user friendly vs the steeper learning curve with the 100zz

[@CKYew]

I’ve not tried the 100ZX yet. But the sample I have is a 3U model of the ZX which will make things very interesting 👍🏼😬

[@josefbriza1391]

Hello, I have the same experience. It feels a little bit more HH compared to 100zz model, but less stiffer and easier to play with, less demanding, more forgiving. In 4U usable in single play as well.

[@kangarule]

@@josefbriza1391 I totally agree with you. Although I’m interested to hear what a 3U model would play like 😄

[@josefbriza1391]

@@kangarule Let's hope CK Yew will tell us soon :-)

[@CKYew]

@@josefbriza1391 a comparison will happen soon 👍

[@roveljansalian7621]

yonex nanoflare 800 or yonex astrox 100zz 2021??

[@roveljansalian7621]

which one pls reply im gonna buy now

[@CKYew]

Which one do you like more? One is head heavy, another is head light

[@donchen4906]

Good video, very objective. May i ask Which version If Ur 100zz? 3u or 4u?

[@CKYew]

I tested both! I have another recent video which I compare the power from the 100ZZ against other power Yonex rackets too!

[@frostraider8280]

In terms of power and playability, is the astrox 88d better or the 77?

[@CKYew]

They’re both very good, only perhaps the 77 is easier to play with

[@bernzzmati3231]

Hi. What racket can you suggest for a mixed doubles player. Specifically the ones that plays at the back. I hope you can read this and hoping you can help me😅 Thank you & love your channel 😊😊

[@CKYew]

Its all entirely up to you. If you're looking for some speedy rackets, perhaps the Nanoflare 700, 800 and Astrox 88S. If you prefer lots of power, perhaps the 88D Pro and even the 100ZZ.

[@bernzzmati3231]

@@CKYew thanks a lot.😍now I have an idea of what to buy🤣

[@CKYew]

@@bernzzmati3231 Happy to have helped that process!

[@CKYew]

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[@jedrakeshadvino4840]

I am having a 100zz kurenai for Christmas

[@ninoboy_michael]

Hi CK Yew, greetings from Penang, Malaysia. Recently, i have experienced using both different colors of Yonex Astrox 77 ( Shine red & yellow) and i have noticed the yellow Astrox 77 head tend to be heavier than the shine red version. Let me know your comment on this. TQ

[@CKYew]

Heyyyyy 😊😊 are you sure both rackets were the same spec? Sometimes even if they’re gripped differently, they might feel slightly different too 😬😬

[@the_realraphs7716]

Sry for the late post but iv been eyeing on the astrox 100zz(blue version) for quite some time now and I'm coming from the astrox 77, duora 10 and arcsaber 11. I was wondering if it would be a good upgrade from those rackets since I play a mix of both doubles and singles. Also, is there any difference between the red version of it? Because it does have a slightly higher price compared to the original blue one. And I'm also slightly sceptical because it was released quite a while back and there are newer rackets such as the 88d pro. And there might be a new 'pro' version coming out. What do u think🤔? Apologies for the many questions:)

[@CKYew]

The blue and red 100ZZ are the same, just different paintjobs. The 100ZZ will be head heaviest compared to the 77, Duora and Arc 11, but pretty fast.

[@the_realraphs7716]

@@CKYew I see. Would there be any steep learning curve should I transition to the astrox 100zz?

[@DeIaynomore]

can you do review on tkfc

[@CKYew]

Coming soon

[@owena1080]

hey, just wondering, since there is a relaunched version of arcsaber 10, the specs you give here, is it the new version or the old version, also which one do you prefer better, arcsaber 10 or any of 3 in this video? thanks in advance!

[@CKYew]

My Arcsaber 10's are the 3U version which can be seen from my badminton bag reveal video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q37WaXiIhtubgs0

[@bryanng1206]

Momota switched back to 3u for the blue ax99.

[@CKYew]

OOooooo where did you find this piece of golden info??

[@MoonieTheGrey]

100zz good for playing doubles?

[@CKYew]

It can be if you’re physically and technically strong enough

[@songweiping1932]

Hi, do you tried before Duora 8XP? Is it a very stiff and heavy racket?

[@CKYew]

No I haven’t, I thought for extra stiffness it’s the duora zstrike?

[@josefbriza1391]

Hello, it is not. Compared to AX99, AX100 it is less stiff, even balanced and compared to D10 a bit beefier with a bit more punch and very nice feel. From my point of view very underrated racket. I like it either for single as well as double play. Paired with BG80 it can do everything and still has enought power and speed at the same time if you need.

[@CKYew]

@@josefbriza1391 sounds amazing to me! I’ll see if I can get my hands on one to try 😬

[@gautambose]

Could you pls review the new Astro. 39 made in Taiwan??

[@CKYew]

Unfortunately Astrox 39 isn't available in the UK market so won't be able to do so :(

[@gautambose]

@@CKYew oh thats fine thanks for the response tho you are one of my favourite badminton chanels👏

[@CKYew]

@@gautambose Love it! Thank you for your support!!

[@asx5543]

Hi CK, is there any different between astrox 100 zz blue and 100zz kurenai With their play feel and the specs?

[@CKYew]

I find them the same. It’s just the paint job

[@asx5543]

@@CKYew noted. Thanks mate. just wandering have you tested the new lining axforce 90 max dragon and tiger ? Lots of people said that the dragon may par when head to head with 100zz. Looking forward to see your review 😃.

[@dbquek]

Excellent review CK, I have the AX77 and the 100ZZ both in the 4U and I agree with all your review comments with the exception that the AX77 feels more head heavy than the 100ZZ which feels more like an even balanced racket to me. Great review nonetheless, keep up the good work.

[@CKYew]

Whatttttttttt??? You felt the 100ZZ was even balance??? I need to have what you have for breakfasts!!! 😂😂🤤

[@dbquek]

@@CKYew If you read some of the threads on Badminton Central, it's not an uncommon opinion. There seems to be quite a mixture of review comments out there with some saying the 100ZZ is head heavy and others that it feels more like an even balance racket. At the end of the day, whether it's head heavy or even balanced can be determined through a scientific measurement of its balance point which I have not done but it definitely feels less head heavy than the AX77 to me.

[@CKYew]

@@dbquek Haha the 100ZZ is certainly very quick but not an even balanced racket. I've just done a quick balance point check on them and the 100ZZ is significantly higher compared to the 77.

[@dbquek]

@@CKYew It's interesting, Badminton Guide (another youtube channel) did some measurements and they came up with different balance points for the two AX77 rackets that they measured (one yellow and one blue) and they also measured the 100ZZ with the 100ZZ measuring between the two AX77s (100ZZ 302 vs AX77 Blue 298 and AX77 Yellow 304). Coincidentally, my AX77 happens to be a yellow one. I guess there will be some variations as the manufacturing process isn't so exact that they can churn out rackets to the same exact specifications. The third video link below is from a store in Seattle, North West Badminton where they have been measuring the same spec rackets and coming up with slightly different readings, which seems to support this. AX77 comparison kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZTRg2x-jKegrdk ZZ100 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKvCnJx7oth1h9U NorthWest Badminton kzbin.info/www/bejne/bn_FfZ2Kr7CXea8

[@CKYew]

@@dbquek love the amount of details there. However to be honest, I don’t pay too much attention to BP’s as no one is consistent in measuring them. The difference of BP from bare wood to gripped, to PU grip, to graps to towel grips differ by so much for the same individual racket. And how much grip is on the racket too as well. So who knows how everyone measures and reports them 😬

[@aki5907]

I'm actually deciding between the 88D pro or the 100ZZ. Which would you say is the more all rounder racket for a rear court mixed doubles player? Playstyle would be aggressive and with emphasis on placement. Do you think the 3U would be far too heavy for doubles? For perspective, used the 99 and felt it was too sluggish, then the 88s which felt too weak in power and too fast for my taste.

[@CKYew]

Sounds like you’ve answered your own question with the 88D Pro there, have you seen my review of the 88S and 88D Pro??

[@aki5907]

@@CKYew I did, though to be honest, I actually don't like the colors of the 88D pro...but that's just me. That's why I'm thinking about a 3U 100ZZ instead compared to a 4U 88D pro as the additional weight may put it's power and air speed close to the 88. What do you think? *As mentioned, there is always the choice of waiting for Kento's new racket...fingers crossed it's not as unforgiving as the old 99

[@CKYew]

@@aki5907 the 3U 100ZZ is gonna be a big beast!! and new 99? Why not get both?? 😬😉

[@d3or0P]

27lbs with bg80 power / bg80 would be great ? Or according to you , you can plzz suggest me🙏🏻

[@CKYew]

String tensions are a very personal choice. You need to try them to know more.

[@editorrrr5196]

I also have bg80 power 27 lbs

[@sonsiphung]

do u know kento momota used astrox 99 3u or 4u ? anyway hope u get more sub with good content like this. Thank you !

[@CKYew]

I think he initially started off on the 3U before moving onto the 4U later on. Not sure what he was on during the Olympics tho.

[@sonsiphung]

@@CKYew oh i see in this video you say that he switched 3u ->4u, it is true? Where do u get that information?

[@CKYew]

@@sonsiphung It was on one of Yonex's videos where he was talking about it and said he went to a lighter 99.

[@sagarikaprusty7389]

I have all the three rackets

[@yuchunyau6437]

Hi, if I were comfortable in using the ZF2, would the 100zz be a good choice for me? Thanks

[@CKYew]

Ooof! Absolutely! I think you'll find the 100ZZ very pleasing!

[@oleghutorner5077]

Yonex headlight racket after my nanoray 900..( please except nanoflare 800) .. somebody please?

[@CKYew]

NF700? or even the 800LT?

[@oleghutorner5077]

@@CKYew what difference between 800lt and 800 please? Maybe another models? Or only nanoflare i can find..?

[@CKYew]

@@oleghutorner5077 I will be testing the 800LT soon but it's 5U compared to 3/4U for the 800. Nanoflare and Nanoray are the headlight categories for Yonex. If you liked the NR900 so much, why change it?

[@oleghutorner5077]

@@CKYew because its gonna already broke..😁 as far as i know, NR 900 impossible to find...so i looking for alike this..

[@CKYew]

@@oleghutorner5077 You might still be able to pick up a NR900 in Asia. Otherwise, its time to look at the Nanoflare series I'm afraid.

[@saryoaluzan]

hello CK! i just bought Astrox 77 4UG5 red version. Im planning to use BG80 power string, what string tension do you recommend for me as a starting point? i play 2-3 hours a week.

[@CKYew]

Go with your usual tension would be a good place to start. Otherwise, try 24lbs before making a decision to go up or down during your next restring.

[@saryoaluzan]

@@CKYew btw, what string and tension are you using on the 100zz?

[@vycanismajoris9141]

hi ck !! i wonder in yonex series model which one would you suggest for best power amongst all..btw i’m more to offensive and full hard hitter and all of my rackets are strung at 30lbs..i now using 9000c but it feels more to even balance for my personal liking..would really appreciate if you could help me in finding ideal racket for me

[@CKYew]

I've done a best power yonex racket video. Check it out on my channel.

[@daniely5260]

Would like a astrox 99 4u pls

[@CKYew]

The rackets I test are samples. I give them back after testing 😬

[@mclarenludan2290]

I agree with ax100zz to be a little more flexible than 99. But I use the 99lcw version. I kinda like it because I feel like the racket is one with my body. Should I try selling off my 88d and get the 99 (orange or blue)? I believe they should be different right?

[@CKYew]

Why don't you get more of the Green LCW version instead of the Blue/Orange version?

[@mclarenludan2290]

I thought of having variety choices😂 is that a good idea?

[@CKYew]

@@mclarenludan2290 You can never have enough rackets ;)

[@bloodangel3708]

how strange it is but i am using your videos for learning English and I also want to buy a Astrox 77

[@CKYew]

Great! More than 1 use! 😊😊

[@nihalsameer6417]

I train 5 - 6 times a week for 3 hours. I want quite a durable string for my Ax 77. I tried nbg 95 but I don't like the tight feel of the string (is it because I stringed it at 26lbs?) Any other options for string?

[@CKYew]

If you dont like the stiffness and tight feeling of the string, you need to go down in tension. There's plenty of durable strings around the BG-65, 65-TI etc and plenty of other brands too.

[@nihalsameer6417]

@@CKYew Ohk

[@hennies999]

I see you use a DJI Osmo Action. It's hard to find decent badminton videos where head mounted cameras are used! Would you recommend that model, or do you think a GoPro Hero 9 might have better stabilisation?

[@CKYew]

Coincidentally, my next video talks about the BTS process with what gear I shoot with etc. I’ve had the Osmo since it was launched (2019??) and I would 100% recommend it, even more so with their price now. The GoPro 9 have caught up and probably have better specs but they’re significantly more expensive. Maybe Osmo Action 2 might drop soon 😬😬

[@hennies999]

@@CKYew Could you film 2-3 minutes of singles play with the Osmo head mount and post it without any editing? I would be eternally grateful! Or maybe you already have some footage you could use.

[@CKYew]

@@hennies999 I've got a few more first person POV videos on the channel. This one might help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4XHqIKBh791ptU

[@sugdesenats6007]

I would say the 77 is the perfect racket for the junior players

[@CKYew]

Its certainly user friendly! 👍👍

[@bibekli-ning1040]

I have played with it it's an amazingly great racket but I can't afford it