Badminton Racket Size Chart
| Category | Player Type | Racket Weight | Shaft Stiffness | Grip Size | Balance | Recommended Use |
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Here’s a Badminton Racket Size Chart that details different racket specifications for various levels of play, including the type of player (beginner, intermediate, advanced) and the key factors such as weight, shaft stiffness, grip size, and recommended use.
Badminton Racket Size Chart
| Category | Player Type | Racket Weight | Shaft Stiffness | Grip Size | Balance | Recommended Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Light | Advanced Players | 70–79 grams | Extra Stiff | G3, G4 | Even Balance / Head Light | Advanced, professional-level play for speed and agility |
| Light | Advanced / Intermediate Players | 80–84 grams | Stiff | G4, G5 | Even Balance / Head Light | Fast play, doubles, and defensive play |
| Medium Light | Intermediate Players | 85–89 grams | Medium Stiff | G4, G5 | Even Balance | Balanced for attacking and defensive play |
| Medium | Beginner / Intermediate | 90–94 grams | Medium | G4, G5 | Slight Head Heavy | All-around play, suitable for beginners transitioning to intermediate level |
| Medium Heavy | Intermediate / Advanced | 95–99 grams | Medium Flex | G4, G5 | Head Heavy | Power play, singles, offensive shots |
| Heavy | Advanced Players | 100–110 grams | Flexible | G5 | Head Heavy | Power shots, singles, and players focusing on smash shots |
| Extra Heavy | Power Players / Professionals | 110–120 grams | Very Flexible | G5 | Head Heavy | Professional, singles, aggressive and powerful smashes |
Breakdown by Racket Specifications
Ultra Light (70–79 grams)
- Recommended For: Advanced Players
- Shaft Stiffness: Extra Stiff (for quick reflexes and precise control)
- Grip Size: G3, G4
- Balance: Even Balance or Head Light
- Recommended Use: Best for professional-level play, focused on speed and agility. These rackets allow for fast swings, quick defense, and advanced techniques.
Light (80–84 grams)
- Recommended For: Advanced to Intermediate Players
- Shaft Stiffness: Stiff (provides control and faster recovery)
- Grip Size: G4, G5
- Balance: Even Balance or Head Light
- Recommended Use: Ideal for doubles play and fast-paced rallies. The racket offers quick reaction times and is good for defense and fast attacking shots.
Medium Light (85–89 grams)
- Recommended For: Intermediate Players
- Shaft Stiffness: Medium Stiff (a good balance of power and control)
- Grip Size: G4, G5
- Balance: Even Balance
- Recommended Use: Suitable for attacking and defensive play, with a balanced weight that provides both power and control. Ideal for intermediate players who want versatility in their game.
Medium (90–94 grams)
- Recommended For: Beginner to Intermediate Players
- Shaft Stiffness: Medium (a balance between flexibility and control)
- Grip Size: G4, G5
- Balance: Slight Head Heavy
- Recommended Use: An all-around racket suitable for both beginners transitioning into intermediate play and intermediate players. This racket offers a balance of control, power, and versatility, making it a good choice for various types of play.
Medium Heavy (95–99 grams)
- Recommended For: Intermediate to Advanced Players
- Shaft Stiffness: Medium Flex (for added flexibility and power)
- Grip Size: G4, G5
- Balance: Head Heavy
- Recommended Use: Ideal for power players who focus on singles and attacking shots. The heavier head provides more power, making it great for offensive play and smashes.
Heavy (100–110 grams)
- Recommended For: Advanced Players
- Shaft Stiffness: Flexible (for maximum power)
- Grip Size: G5
- Balance: Head Heavy
- Recommended Use: Suitable for players who focus on smashes and singles play. The heavier racket helps generate more power, and its flexibility aids in delivering powerful shots.
Extra Heavy (110–120 grams)
- Recommended For: Power Players / Professionals
- Shaft Stiffness: Very Flexible (for maximum power generation)
- Grip Size: G5
- Balance: Head Heavy
- Recommended Use: Used by professionals or players with a focus on aggressive and powerful smashes. The extra weight and flexible shaft help generate tremendous power in attacks.