Yonex Racquet Review 2025 and Whats in my Bag!

[@RMASUPERFLY]

Agreed. I have a lot of Yonex TOTL rackets but the 100zz remains king. I am surprised why people calls it hard to use. For me it is easy to use. The drives and attack clears are exquisite. Power is just right. Control is up there with the very best.

[@chanlok]

@@RMASUPERFLY thanks for your comment! imo it’s not hard to use but it’s not easy to use. Especially when compared to say a 77pro, arc7pro, nanoflare 700, 800, I would say it’s harder to use than those racquets. I completely agree with you regarding how perfect it is in every way (power, control, etc) hence is why I have two and it’s my fav modern racquet!

[@Xen-ml4ge]

I currently use the victor ryuga metallic and I’ve been having a blast using it but upon hearing and seeing other people’s reviews it is said that it is even harder to use compared to the 100zz

[@chanlok]

@@Xen-ml4ge that’s awesome! It means you can use any racquet now! But I believe that. I don’t know anything about non yonex racquets tbh but I have the impression that yonex makes user friendly racquets more so than other brands.

[@jiminy2731]

Great video. I really enjoy this type vs one with all the marketing bullshit 😂 good to hear your feed back and acknowledgement that you're a social player and play style. Makes it more relatable! I am thinking of getting the astrox 77 pro but prices for it have gone up from 250 to 300 Australia....

[@chanlok]

Thank you so much for your comment! I really appreciate it! As for the price, if you are able to afford it still, I would suggest you to get it. The 77 pro is just such an amazing racquet to have in your bag. One of the best all rounders ever made. And, high end Yonex racquets always retain value; no guarantees and not all of them, but that is my experience. For example, I just KNOW the 100zz will be worth just as much 10 years from now. I am going to Japan soon and if I see a 77 pro or 100zz I will be buying another one. However, I was there a year ago and every shop was sold out.

[@jiminy2731]

@chanlok i used the astrox 100zz but I could not get use to it and sold it. The regrets seeing the price go up 😂 affording it isn't the real problem. it's having too many for always wanting to try new stuff haha. But I think I'll get the 77pro sometime this year. Current favourite is arcsaber 7 pro, victor bravesword 12 se (55 year) and Victor tkfe.

[@azmiikhsan7520]

I also have the 100zz. The thing is, people tends to exaggerates by calls 100ZZs the hardest racket to use. I bought this with its "hardest racket to use" in mind, i imagine it will feels sluggish like astrox 99 pro with more stiffer shaft. but when i dry swing it, it really changed my mind. This racket feels like butter, the balance point were just perfect, i got 298mm when i got it strung and overgripped. The stiffness of the shaft feels like arcsaber 11 pro. You'll feel the extra stiffness when you swing it, i think that happens because 100zz has shortest shaft and longest handle compared to other high end Yonex, so when you swing it, it feels like you swing a handle. I got quiet strong hand, and i usually play with racket that head heavier and with more or less, same stiffnes with this. I play with this for the first time and i instantly fall in love with it. Very manouverable and solid hit feeling that i can't get with another high end Yonex rackets. It got me thinking "what is so hard about this racket?", so i continued to play for 2 sets and i feel pain on my shoulder 😂😂 thats the time i agreed with other players review that says "this is the racket that you play when you're have energy" or "not beginner friendly". 100zz is not a hardest racket to use, but its a very demanding racket. You just have to get your body to use to it. Its not a wild beast like Voltric Z Force, but to use it, you still have to train your hands to bear with its stiffness. Otherwise you'll get injured shoulder. Nice review, by the way 😊

[@chanlok]

@@azmiikhsan7520 thanks for your comprehensive comment and I completely agree with you! Have you tried the 88d pro? You may like it

[@azmiikhsan7520]

@chanlok haha 88d pro 3rd gen is actually my main racket for now.. i really like it, for me its a perfect backcourt players racket, the head is not too heavy, but still have much power for doubles (i use the 4U version). Is the nanoray 900 that good? I never tried it, i just find it strange that the daddies (hendra and ahsan) used to play this racket a long time ago while their smashes are so good even with speed series racket

[@chanlok]

@ yes it’s amazing!!! The old 3U non head heavy racquets were all god level amazing (old gen 3U arc11, nanoray 900, arc z slash) keep in mind I’m an even balanced lover, but due to all racquets being 4U for the most part I have transitioned to slightly head heavy 4Us instead. But I miss the old 3U stuff (not voltric)

[@marisabalos5462]

Great review 👌🎉

[@chanlok]

Thank you! Much appreciated

[@jonmao3672]

I do my own and friends restring and the older racket seem to take high tension much better than the modern one. My rackets are 30lb tension with no issue, exbolt 63 is my number 1 strings and hasn’t broken yet (6months)

[@chanlok]

@@jonmao3672 wow you must be an amazing stringer and player. I’m not sure how an old yonex can take 30lbs and how you haven’t broken exbolt 63 at 30lbs in 6 months! Impressive

[@jonmao3672]

@ you be shock I done 32lbs on Zforce and that is the limit

[@chanlok]

@ wow impressive

[@Primary1111]

Hi mr chan, great review. Im a bit curious, does regularly switching rackets mess up your game? I like the idea of switching rackets, but it just doesnt work well for me. Anyway, I'd love to see your gameplay footage ☺️

[@chanlok]

Thank you so much! The change between all my racquets other than my 100zz is negligible because the balance point is all similarly even balanced. You can actually grip your racquets to change the balance point too. Thank you for your comment and input and I’ll take into consideration!

[@assassinvishal007]

OG z ziggler has a limilted edition. Its awsome . Its faster ,has a stronger punch nd is more user friendly. Killer racket z-ziggler limited edition. Slimmer ( 6.4 mm shaft)

[@chanlok]

@@assassinvishal007 cool good to know thanks

[@charlesdovideo]

there are plenty of racquets that are slimmer, like the axforce 100 (6.0mm) or the thruster f ultra (5.8mm), and more. Also the 90k metallic is slightly stiffer.

[@chanlok]

@@charlesdovideo the stiffer part I can believe but wow I had no idea about racquets slimmer because the 100zz is so slim already! I’ll have to check those racquets out. Thanks. I don’t know much about lining or victor

[@jimmylrta2865]

I'm happy with my victor ryuga 2 pro, great racket for single and double.

[@gamelife5449]

Which one would be better 99 Game or 88d Game (3rd gen) I prefer aggressive gameplay and want power. I already have 99 play just purchased couple of days ago but planning to change please tell me.

[@chanlok]

@@gamelife5449 I’m so sorry but I only buy pro models, I’m also not a fan of the 99 since it’s way too heavy for me. By the way the most powerful smashes ever recorded are from head light or even balanced racquets. It’s a combination of your body’s ability to whip and the head weight balance. I’m not saying u shouldn’t go with the 99 but just don’t rule out a lighter racquet as being less powerful. U may be surprised.

[@beat_void5361]

you put your grip over the energy boost cap????

[@chanlok]

@@beat_void5361 yes I do

[@nebula1103]

What's your honest thoughts on the arcsaber 11 play? Planning to get one in the future

[@chanlok]

@@nebula1103 I’ve never tried the play sorry! Hoping someone else reading this can comment.

[@nebula1103]

@@chanlok what about the 11 pro? Thanks!

[@chanlok]

@@nebula1103 I had the 3u and hated it. I hate the softer hitting feel compared to my Astrox racquets and the older arc11s. I personally am not a fan of it. I didn’t think there was a big sweet spot either. I recommend 88d pro more than arc 11 pro. But if you want even balanced, go for arc 11 pro or even 77 pro.

[@sujithnavabothu802]

Hello Mr Chan. Thanks for the information. I'm an intermediate level player. I mainly focus on attacking gameplay. I've been playing with LiNing Windlite Stealth racquet and i want to up my smash skills. I got to know that Astrox 100zz is the best racquet there is. But you've mentioned that unless one is really good at their game, they are not going to get much out of that. And since I'm not a pro/too advanced player, can you tell me whether this racquet can be useful or not to upskill my game? If yes, can you also suggest the string and tension for good smashes? Thank you very much in advance

[@chanlok]

@@sujithnavabothu802 upskilling does not depend on the racquet it depends on you, your footwork, your technique, etc. however I do think 100zz is the best highest potential racquet there is and even if you’re not there yet you can grow into it eventually. I recommend exbolt 63 strings or exhort 65 if you want more durability. 26 pounds if you play feather, a bit less if you play plastic.

[@sujithnavabothu802]

@@chanlok thank you for the inputs sir. Yes, I have been improving my footwork and gameplay everyday. Even my peers appreciate me sometimes for my speed and technique in the court. But the only thing in which I'm lacking is my smashes. I can't place them properly. And since a long time I've been wanting to buy an Astrox head heavy Racquet. I came to know that 100zz is the best one. And due to my budget constraints, I have got only one shot at buying it. Like, I can't buy a 100 tour/100 game or 88d series racquet for now and buy 100zz later. When you mentioned in the vid that the intermediate and below players can't get much out of that, I went into dilemma. Thanks for clearing that. And I've seen you replying to all the comments in the section. Not a lot of content creators do that. Thanks for helping out all those people.

[@chanlok]

@@sujithnavabothu802 no problem! Hearing more from you, I think you should consider either 100zz, 88d pro, or 77 pro. Is there a way you can try all three before buying?

[@MaybeKien]

This is me with my Nanoflare series. Really loving the new 700 Pro. Not so much in love with the 1000z anymore. Haha

[@chanlok]

@@MaybeKien the 1000z is the most garbage racquet ever. The 700 and 800 are decent but the 700 pro and 800 pro aren’t as good imo. I honestly feel like racquets r getting worse and worse. Glad you like your 700 pro tho just be careful it breaks super easily

[@rhalaal]

@@chanlokgarbage because you must be on the small sweet spot all the time and it is not worth it ?

[@chanlok]

@@rhalaal yes garbage because it has a small sweet spot (very small racquet head), it has a very soft hit instead of a solid hit, and personally I don’t like the color. Also imo the racquet is over marketed with the Guinness world record smash and stuff.

[@rhalaal]

@ dont hesitate to review it

[@itsssssjohnny]

When you say 1000z is garbage, do you mean that when it comes to the majority of players? Some folks are opinionated on this on both sides.

[@duclonghoang161]

I have a chance of buying a used Arcaaber 11 (2012) model for $50 in my country but wouldn't a new racket be better?

[@chanlok]

@@duclonghoang161 new one will be better since generally new one is more durable and can take higher tensions

[@krishnachakrabarty577]

Can your explain your stringing plz. it looks like missing one . why is that

[@dylantheguy8801]

Hi! What are your opinions on the 3u version of the 100zz?

[@chanlok]

My opinion is it’s too heavy. Rarely would I imagine someone getting more value out of the extra heaviness to offset the sluggishness of a 3U head heavy. Unless, you’re the hulk, or victor ax, or akane yamaguchi

[@GAMEON805]

I'm a intermediate player, I bought a astrox 100 game an year ago but not really satisfied with it , although the control is exceptional in that price point but for the smash it feels like an avg racket not able to generate much power with it I was able to hit better smashes with apacs racket which was priced half of it (although they dont last long as yonex rackets) , I need a racket under $70 I play doubles and my play style is balanced but I want to adapt to attacking style like good smashes etc., which racket would u recommed ? btw strength wise I'm very poor , thats why i need a racket that feels agile without compromising the power factor like the astrox 100 game (it generates less power than a astrox 99 play version fr) which racket would u suggest ? any company will be fine ! thanks in advance

[@chanlok]

@@GAMEON805 I’m not sure based on what you told me if your strength is poor, then you need a head heavy racquet for sure. If your technique is intermediate and you play doubles, then I would go for 77 or 88. Probably 77. I only know the pro versions but assume he game and tour are similar.

[@GAMEON805]

@@chanlok the problem with the game series is the shaft diameter is 7.2mm , I used to play with 6.6mm racket before , that's why I am not comfortable with game series.. any other budget options from Li Ning or anything else?

[@victordam3921]

How can I string a Yonex Arcsaber 11 3U (2017) at 11.5kg tension? The recommended tension is only 10.5kg, so what precautions should I take to safely string it at a higher tension?

[@chanlok]

@@victordam3921 the only precaution is to get a really good stringer, get their advice, and trust them, and don’t be sad if the racquet breaks.

[@Benson4577]

yow wassup is it just me or does the 100zz feel overall lighter than the 88D pro i noticed this when i both compared them and i felt the 100zz felt lighter when i played with the the 88D was overall heavy but in a good way it was still fast and nimble same with the 100zz while the 100zz is the same but it has more head weight in it do you also feel that too?

[@chanlok]

@@Benson4577 I think you’re right. Now, the 88d pro 2024 is lighter than previous years. With that said, I’d say the 100zz is faster. They’re similar in head weight but 100zz is faster due to the thin shaft and small head. You can always adjust the weight balance by gripping higher lower more or less

[@nachiketpatil2940]

Apacs z ziggler reborn vs apacs n force iii which is best and any reasons

[@chanlok]

@@nachiketpatil2940 haven’t tried these sorry! Hoping someone else can comment.

[@nachiketpatil2940]

@chanlok ok sir

[@ekkytommy6345]

Great video... New subscribers here

[@chanlok]

Thank you. You are the reason why I’ll continue KZbin and make more badminton content! Appreciate it!

[@soyanchd5439]

The best badminton racket is the Duora Z Strike. I’ll dle on that hill 😂

[@chanlok]

@@soyanchd5439 if I recall, that was an amazing racquet! My only issue with not that racquet specifically but the duora line is the whole two sides one for a purpose thing reslly messed with my head.

[@soyanchd5439]

@ i hear you! But turns out it’s probably just a gimmick, since Chou Tien Chien uses the racket upside down, he’s using the backhand side for his forehand without any issue! I really like the stiffness and the fact that dispute being a even ish balanced racket, you can generate great power with it

[@gokulkumarravi2727]

Astrox 77 pro or arcsaber 7 pro?

[@chanlok]

@@gokulkumarravi2727 Astrox 77 pro is better in every way. Unless you love head light racquets. Astrox 77 is more even and arc7 is head light. Astrox 77 has a lot more accessible power at not much more head weight.

[@starxddd]

@@chanlok can i correct abit astrox 77 is more head heavy but closest to the even balance in the astrox series while arc 7 is even balance both having medium flex shaft astrox 77 is way better than arc 7 since it attacks very well while keeping a good balance

[@gokulkumarravi2727]

@@chanlok thanks. Yonex arcsaber 7 pro or nanoflare 700 pro?

[@chanlok]

@@gokulkumarravi2727 this one is hard. The nanoflare 700 pro is ok. I would go with arc 7 pro tho, between the two.

[@nebula1103]

Thoughts on arc 11 pro? Is it better than the arc 7 pro and 77 pro?

[@gerryziskind1558]

how about gosen roots aermet nexta?

[@chanlok]

@@gerryziskind1558 sorry I haven’t tried these! Hoping someone else can comment.

[@djhmax09]

I've not used that but gosen racquets are great. Awesome feedback!

[@chanlok]

@ thank you so much!

[@handsomedud5183]

can you give me a budget racket? I can't seem to find one to buy as a student

[@handsomedud5183]

can you recommend me some low price badminton brands?

[@chanlok]

@@handsomedud5183hi! I recommend all the ones I said but non pro versions. For example any of the racquets I mentioned (88d, 77, 100) but play version.

[@handsomedud5183]

thanks!

[@lancecanada4032]

i recommend trying other brands like Apacs, Felet, or Maxbolt. Their high-end rackets are same price as Yonex low-ends.

[@Noname-rc6sv]

@@lancecanada4032 what models

[@johnnylie]

I saw a Nanoray 900 on a store! Hahaha

[@chanlok]

Buy itttt!!!!

[@johnnylie]

@ There is also an Arcsaber 11 2012, highly priced. What is the difference between the OG and the new color?

[@Noname-rc6sv]

best repulsion with good durability?

[@elmoramadhan3985]

exbolt 65

[@chanlok]

@@elmoramadhan3985agreed

[@reyjerr4086]

My pick is either bg80 power or the standard bg80

[@chanlok]

@@reyjerr4086 I talk about it in the video - I don’t have enough power to use bg 80 power

[@reyjerr4086]

@@chanlok yes but for me it's either those

[@LifesHourglass]

distracting subtitles

[@chanlok]

Thanks for the feedback

[@GAMEON805]

​@@chanlokno just keep them a lil bit Lower

[@chanlok]

@@GAMEON805ok thank you

[@zwetikyilin7015]

And make it smaller too just a little

[@Naviiboy]

can you compare exbolt 63 and 65?

[@chanlok]

@@Naviiboy unfortunately I won’t as I’m not interested in 65. I know it’s more durable but I like thin strings for high repulsion.

[@Naviiboy]

@chanlok exbolt 65 has thr same thickness as bg 66 ultimax.

[@chanlok]

@ oh thank you