BS10 replacement

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  1. en3rgizR

    en3rgizR Regular Member

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    Hi everybody !

    I currently play with a BS10 (DE coded) which is a wonderful racket (perfect balance and stiffness) in both single and double. But now, this racket is discontinued, so I'm looking for a successor :)

    A short resume of my background : I'm an intermediate player who plays mostly in single and men doubles. My play style is attack-oriented, not hard smasher but more patient, and more technical than physical.

    I've selected some rackets which, I think, can be suitable :

    NR Z-Speed
    MX80
    MX90
    JS 8 SP

    Please could you compare these rackets with my beloved BS10 :) ?

    Another question : I heard TW or HK coded BS10 are less stiff and head lighter than DE coded BS10. Could you confirm that fact ?

    Thanks for your answers
     
    #1 en3rgizR, Sep 19, 2014
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    BS10 is coming back! Not sure which spec though.
     
    #2 DuckFeet, Sep 20, 2014
  3. Ch1k0

    Ch1k0 Regular Member

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    Only the TW coded BS10 is less stiff at 4/5 stiffness. No difference in balance aside from typical manufacturing variation. Your best bet for a replacement that's a tad slower and more powerful is the MX80
     
    #3 Ch1k0, Sep 20, 2014
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    ghooga Regular Member

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    If you like BS10, don't go for NR Z-Speed. It's flex.
     
    #4 ghooga, Sep 20, 2014
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    orangenetic Regular Member

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    What do you mean "coming back"???
    You mean victor is remaking the bs10??
     
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    aiexrlder Regular Member

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    i'm also looking for a replacement at some point as my BS10 is looking a bit battered, if they're remaking it that'd be terrific!
     
    #6 aiexrlder, Sep 20, 2014
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    DuckFeet Regular Member

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    Yes I think so. And bs09. Can't remember where I saw it though.
     
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    Ahh yes the BS09N came out a while ago. It only got a new paintjob. Orange....ehhh Same specs though.

    I've never seen anything about a BS10N though. Tell me if you find where you saw it :)

    Btw BS12 = BS09? They seem like the exact same rackets. LYD loved BS09 and victor came up with the BS12 for him to play with. Is this just a victor marketing strategy?
     
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  9. Ch1k0

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    No. They're two different animals. They may have the same spec but they do play a bit differently. This is due to the different moulds. The BS09 has a smaller head, shorter handle and a longer shaft than the BS12. This makes it whippier and IMO the head just lags a touch more than the BS12 as well.
     
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    Ahhhh thanks for the reply :)
     
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    Thanks for your replies :)
    I have just another question : which racket, between MX80 and BS10, is the less exhausting ?
     
    #11 en3rgizR, Sep 21, 2014
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    Ch1k0 Regular Member

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    Easily the BS10
     
    #12 Ch1k0, Sep 21, 2014
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    en3rgizR Regular Member

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    Ok thanks :)
    And between the JS 8 SP and the BS10 ?
    Looking at technical specifications, they seem very similar..
     
    #13 en3rgizR, Sep 21, 2014
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    8PS is slightly easier.
     
    #14 Ch1k0, Sep 21, 2014
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    Stock up on used ones?
     
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    Yeah good luck finding someone that will part with theirs!
     
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    i tried both bs 10 and mx80 before...mx80 is definitely more demanding than bs10. however, u mentioned that your play is more of technical than physical, i don't think it's gonna be a problem for u using mx80 at all.

    attacking wise i'd say mx80 provides more punch than bs 10, although overall you'll need more power and technique using the mx80 due to it's more head heavy nature and super stiffness (even stiffer than bs10)
     
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    i thought bs12 is a lil bit heavier than bs9? btw, i miss the old bs9.
     
    #18 rashdan, Oct 9, 2014
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    It won't be DE coded, but you can find some BS10 (on sale) at Chris Aw's shop

    http://badmintononlineshop.weebly.com/
     
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