{"product_id":"yonex-astrox-99-tour-badminton-racket","title":"YONEX Astrox 99 Tour Badminton Racket","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn advanced-level racket that uses 2G-Namd in both the frame and the shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eAn Astrox series badminton racket. It uses 2G-Namd FLEX FORCE in both the frame and the shaft. In the manufacturer's level guide, it is aimed at advanced players, and you can choose the weight\/grip from three options: 4U5, 4U6 and 3U4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe frame combines high-modulus carbon, CSR, tungsten and 2G-Namd FLEX FORCE\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe shaft uses high-modulus carbon and 2G-Namd FLEX FORCE. The Built-in T-Joint helps limit twisting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eISOMETRIC (a shape theory that brings the vertical and horizontal strings closer in length) is designed to enlarge the sweet spot\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eA slim shaft and a throat cap with a flat front that makes it easy to rest your thumb\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eRecommended tension is 20–28 lbs for 4U and 21–29 lbs for 3U. A dedicated case is included\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers looking for a racket that the manufacturer's guide places at the advanced level\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want to choose between the 4U and 3U weight classes\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want to use the racket's flex to hit powerful shots\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros and things to consider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eUses 2G-Namd FLEX FORCE in both the frame and the shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight\/grip can be chosen from three options: 4U5, 4U6 and 3U4\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eSold as a frame only (unstrung). Strings are sold separately, and the racket needs to be strung\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIn the manufacturer's level guide, only the advanced level is covered. Intermediate and beginner players are outside the target range\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable class=\"kidspo-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eYONEX (YONEX Co., Ltd.)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eComes with a dedicated case\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eRecommended tension\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e4U: 20–28 lbs, 3U: 21–29 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eRecommended strings\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e[Hard hitters] Exbolt 68 (BGXB68) \/ [Control players] Aerobite (BGAB)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFrame: High-modulus carbon + CSR + tungsten + 2G-Namd FLEX FORCE \/ Shaft: High-modulus carbon + 2G-Namd FLEX FORCE \/ Joint: Built-in T-Joint\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eLevel\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMen: Advanced ◎, Intermediate -, Beginner - \/ Women: Advanced ○, Intermediate -, Beginner -\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eWeight \u0026amp; grip options\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e4U5, 4U6, 3U4\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBlack \/ Green\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eStrings\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eUnstrung (frame only)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e3AX99-T\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eTaiwan\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl class=\"kidspo-faq\"\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. What is the difference between 4U5, 4U6 and 3U4?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. 4U and 3U are YONEX weight classes, and the 5, 6 and 4 at the end are grip-thickness categories. The recommended tension also differs: 20–28 lbs for 4U and 21–29 lbs for 3U.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. What are the recommended strings?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. The manufacturer recommends Exbolt 68 (BGXB68) for hard hitters and Aerobite (BGAB) for players who prioritize control.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul class=\"kidspo-notes\"\u003e\u003cli\u003eThis item is ordered from our supplier after you place your order, then shipped from Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIf it is out of stock at the manufacturer or supplier, delivery may take longer. If a restock is not expected, we may cancel your order. We will contact you by email in either case.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThis item ships within Japan only. We do not ship YONEX products outside Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWithin Japan, shipping is free on orders of ¥8,000 or more (tax included); below that, shipping is ¥540.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSold as a frame only (unstrung). Strings are sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eImages are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSpecifications and design may change without notice.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"YONEX","offers":[{"title":"4U5","offer_id":67596714016950,"sku":"YNX-3AX99T-530-4U5","price":24560.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"4U6","offer_id":67596714049718,"sku":"YNX-3AX99T-530-4U6","price":24560.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"3U4","offer_id":67596714082486,"sku":"YNX-3AX99T-530-3U4","price":24560.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/51Cf0QBJjAL.jpg?v=1791366801","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/yonex-astrox-99-tour-badminton-racket","provider":"KIDSPO-カジュアル\u0026スポーツブランドのお店-","version":"1.0","type":"link"}