I’ve found through testing that even balance or head heavy suit me although I can play with head light racquets. Bear in mind though that I don’t play these days – just coach.

Before you buy, why not see if there are any local shops offering demo racquets. Direct Sports have some demo racquets and they may be closer to you. Mention me to Mark Watson, the owner and see what he can do for you.

Paul

Thanks for another great reply. I certainly don’t prefer light-headed rackets (I don’t feel I get any power from them – don’t get a ‘feel’ for the shuttle). I usually have even balance rackets, but borrowed a head heavy one briefly and really felt some benefits in clears, lifts etc. You seem to be a bit of a fan of head heavy rackets, so I always look out for your reviews now. Thanks again.
What I meant was that I usually use lighter rackets (not in the head but just overall weight), so I was looking at AT600 or Voltric 70. The 70L or 70MG really looks a good price though at around £50 and I think it might be worth trying even though it’s in a higher weight bracket. Only one way to find out I guess!

As I say to all players that prefer light headed racquets, they are brilliant as long as you get the power from them that you are seeking or the all round game you’re looking for.

So, go even balance or head heavy if you find that you’re missing that extra oomph you’re seeking as long as you can make the necessary adjustments to your game for defence and net work.

Paul

Great to see a review of this as it’s not a top level racket and something a lot of us may find useful. I’ve seen the AT70L Lee Chong Wei Edn, which appears to be exactly the same racket, but strangely slightly cheaper? I’ve seen a genuine one for just short of £50, which appears to be a great bargain so might plump for this before taking the hit on an AT600 when it hopefully drops in price. The only thing that concerns me is the heavier weight and larger headsize (I’m used to lighter rackets generally), but you mention that it’s quite easy to use and still pretty good defensively so think I should be ok. Will make my decision by next month hopefully and try to report back here!
If you’ve got any advice regarding the racket, or any others then I’ll appreciate it massively as usual