
I'm looking for a new racquet as my existing are no longer able to high tension the string. The frame is weak as i've been told by the person that doing the restring. Well age my racquet is 6 years old. It's time for me to change to the new one as i used to play with the high tension. Well, i did look into Victor BraveSword 09. Before planning to get one, of cause i need to do survey before getting new racquet. Any comments or so whatever with this racquet?
Specification :
Flex: medium
Balance: Headheavy
Composition (Frame): ultra H.M. Graphite + nanocarbon
(Shaft): ultra H.M. Graphite
Weight/Grip size: 4U (80-84g)/G4,G5
Technology: Aerodynamic Frame, Super Waves, Shock Less, Slim Shaft, Square Head Shape, Nano Tec, Carbon-Wood Handle, Non-SlipEndcap
Date : 29th July 2009
Racket Type : Victor Bravesword 09
Specs : 4UG4
Strings: Yonex BG66 Tension: 25lbs ,1 Piece Stringing
Stringing Machine : Pacific Stringing machine
Technology : U.H.M. graphite, Nano Tec, Non-SlipEndcap, Superwaves
Grip: Victor grip
Shuttle Used: Protech PT-10
First Impression: A classic isometric racquet. Solid silverish color, a mixture of red, white and silver. The racquet is headheavy at about 290+/-5mm. The racquet has high swing speed, owing to slim shaft. This racquet feels solid and well constructed. The unique feature of this racquet is the racquet frame edges are sharp, hence the name 'brave sword'. I notice the racquet 'cuts' through the air very well. The Endcap is a nice feature as well, nice to hold a longhandle grip for smashing and clearing.
Warm Ups: The swing of this racquet is extremely fast as it is aerodynamic with a slim shaft. It is fantastic when clearing and smashing as the racquet cuts through the air efficiently. The clears are easy to excecute and smashing is fun with this racquet. When hit in the sweetspot, the smash is very nice. The control is good with this racquet and so is the driving.
Game Time: Serving is good with this racquet, especially backhand serves. Flick serves and receiving service near the net is a fast. Driving with forehand is excellent but backhand is more difficult. The clear is also good, but need to control your strength. The smash is excellent. What can I say for defense, it's surprisingly sluggish but need good racquet skills to be effective. Netkills are easy too with this weapon. Drops and sliced drops are okay with this racquet, thus, the feel is good too with this racquet. The head heaviness of this racquet maybe challenging to defend quickly.
Conclusion: A med-flex racquet that's excellent on the offence but a bit trying on a defensive game. Moreover, this racquet is a proven commodity in international competition, wielded by players like Lee Yong Dae.
Feel: 7/10
Control: 8/10
Power: 9/10
Defense: 7/10
Maneuverability: 8/10
Pros: Good attacking racquet and has hard hitting power. Nice endcap, good for the long handle grip.
Cons: Not too good for purely defensive game.
Suitability: Intermediate/Advance/professional doubles/singles player
Wat the L lah... not good for defensive game. Ur defensive skill beh ki say la. Cannot swim dun say lp tua liap.
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