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Beginner at Badminton - Where Do I start
March 1, 2010
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Paul Stewart
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If you’re new to this great game, you’ll probably have a lot of questions and that’s OK.

Feel free to post your questions on the forum. As far as I’m concerned, there is no such thing as a bad question. After all, we were all beginners at one time and have acquired our knowledge over a long time.

Hopefully, by being on this forum, you can significantly cut down your learning time. So please, ask away and let’s see if we can help you find the right answers.

Paul

October 23, 2010
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Paul

 

Does a racket make a difference for an intermediate player (playing for recreation but like to improve game) – if so what racket would you suggest

 

VS

October 24, 2010
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Hi VS

Welcome to my forum.

A racquet can make a difference for an intermediate player and sometimes by a huge amount. You're at the stage whereby you begin to understand what you like and don't like in a racquet to suit your standard of play. For some it's grip size, stiffness of shaft, weight of racquet, string tension.

Overall, we are all different in our tastes and therefore there isn't a one size fits all answer.

You can test as many racquets as you like and then you'll understand your preferences. These change as you progress as a player, although generally it's easier to understand your new preferences.

Whatever your standard, buy the best racquet for your budget. Then practice like mad.

I'm looking forward to receiving your questions and videos as you progress through my Online Coaching Program. I'll be particularly interested to see where you need help.

To your success.

Paul

October 24, 2010
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Thanks Paul

 

i have got an old FORZA armour 10000. I am thinking of exploring yonex 200 or 300.

 

Vinoth

October 24, 2010
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Vinoth

Both these racquets are good. I don't know much about Forza racquets so I'm not sure whether you'll be buying a better racquet or not.

At the end of the day, the pro players can play with any racquet because they have worked so hard on their technique. It may be worth focussing your attention on improving your technique first and saving for another racquet where you will get even more benefit due to your improved performance.

Paul

October 25, 2010
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Thanks Paul

 

Vinoth

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