ADIDAS 2021 Badminton Rackets

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  1. Dave1011

    Dave1011 Regular Member

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    Yeah the bags great, I was going to get the red version but saw the grey and had to have it.
     
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    I've added a few since then but also sold a couple.
    I've still got my old larger Adidas bag too so plenty of storage space.

    I've got duplicates of some of the rackets so if anyone wants any of them get in touch.
     
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    @Richard604, the F2.1 is a good fit for the spec your after

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    Spieler W09.1 is another option.
     
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    Hi Dave! Thanks for the recommendations! The F2.1 and F.1.1 are very similar to Adizero pro! By any chance do have experience playing with either racket? I am looking for a racket that is fast and creates a "snap" when smashing. How is the quality of the newer rackets? Does the price of the racket reflect the quality? Thank you
     
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    I've got all the new Uberschalls but not really used them yet.
    The feel of them is great and the quality of finish is better than the previous uberschall range in my opinion.
    I would compare the finish to Victor Jetspeed range in terms of feel and colours.
     
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    I just noticed your bag in your profile picture.
    I have the same one and just got a new Adidas 360 bag in grey to add to it.
    They are both great bags.
     
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    Yes! The first generation bag is great. Your Adidas 360 in grey is really nice. Out of all the colours available, grey is the best.
     
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    I was so disappointed to see them dropping the vivid, fluorescent red for... cloudy day gray... but I got mine in red, so it's great to see that others get their favorite choice now.
     
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    Do you mean the 360 Bag? If so it's still available in red as well as the grey. I prefer the grey with green accents over the red.
    We are referring to the black/red Adidas bag in @Richard604 icon which is from previous Adidas range.
    I have the same one as well as the 360 in grey.
     
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    The 360 bag. The information that I have indicates that the gray replaces the red and that red is not produced anymore. The tournament bag is not available for me to order anymore and the brochures only show gray.
     
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    In UK both colours are still available, I paid extra to get the grey colour rather than the red one
     
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    Both colors of the tournament bag? The rectangular shaped one...?
     
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    Took the plunge so here I am.

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    Fantastic racket on dry swing.
    Lining no.1 @ 26lbs, neon pink
    Thicc over grip over original grip (a botched job as you can see cuz the cone is so chunky and square!), plastic removed

    The finishing of the racket is phenomenal.
    Anyone suggest a lightweight Adidas racket which is a 4U Victor BS12 equivalent for the wifey?
     
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    I've never played with the BS12, but both the Wucht and Überschall series have some kind of aerodynamic frame shape, if you're going for that (and so does the Spieler A09.1). Other than that, I could only compare specs, but I'm sure @Dave1011 can help more.
     
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    Wifey is a beginner. Not too shabby but not too bad either. She is into fast exchanges and net interceptions. A bit limited on the height and length so she prefers to grip @ the end of the handle and hence needs a light-headed racket, even balanced is also okay-ish. Say no to stiff racket, only mid-stiff and flexible to aid in the defense. I am looking at the Spieler range but the info is a bit confusing, hope @Dave1011 can shed some light as he is proficient in both Victor and adidas :D
     
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    The Kalkul A2 is a good replacement for BS12, fast frame, easy to use, not as stiff as A3/A5 and well made.

    If you want something cheaper then the A09.1 or W09.1 are good choices.
     
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    A2 user over here, and couldn't agree more.

    quite fast frame, even balance if not a bit head light. a really friendly yet potent weapon upfront.
     
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    I haven't tried the A2, only the A3, which already felt feels very nice, fast, but too light to me (3U P8 user here), so I can certainly believe the two posts above this. I'd throw t F1 in there though. I haven't tried the F1.1, so while I expect it plays similarly, I can only talk about the F1.
    - light (4U)
    - even balanced to head light
    - plenty of flex to help with the stroke without feeling like too much flex
    - all players I gave this racket to to try who remotely fit your description, really liked it

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    Regarding the Spieler rackets, I only know the A09.1, which is a great racket for the price, but not sure if that's what you're looking for.
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  20. NhanHoang34

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    Thank you @Dave1011 , @dickography and @speCulatius for your input.
    The Kalkul A2 is indeed looking good but it is not available in Vietnam sadly. International shipping amid the pandemic is also not looking good either.
    The F1 is out of stock everywhere, only the F1.1 which is a bit head heavy.
    That being said, the Speiler W09.1 is looking like a solid choice here, albeit the color....
    Will take some time to make the choice. Thanks guys!
     
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