WHEN TO CHANGE YOUR BADMINTON RACKET AND WHY?

It can sometimes be confusing to know whether to change racquets or not. Our guide will help you answer your question. It is essential to distinguish the good reasons from the false excuses to renew your badminton racquet before ending up with an arsenal of racquets. The racquet has much less to do with your game than your string setup, unless you are just fumbling in the dark using a frame that is totally wrong for you.

BAD REASONS TO CHANGE 

1) THE DECEPTION OF MARKETING
Badminton brands frequently renew their ranges, with an average duration of one to two years. They usually emphasize innovative technology advancements to encourage sales. However, these are often aimed at indicating that your current racquet is no longer competitive. Avoid altering racquets solely based on this so-called innovation news.

2) THE CONFUSION BETWEEN RACQUET AND STRING
A racquet can feel unpleasant because of the string. Before deciding to change racquets, make sure that the problem is not with the string. It is recommended to restring at least once every 3 months. For frequent players, the string should be replaced every 15 to 20 hours of play, or sooner if you notice a significant decrease in stringbed stiffness.

3) THE INFLUENCE OF SHUTTLECOCK
Playing with poor quality shuttlecocks can make the racquet feel like it does not fit. It is important to differentiate the impact of the shuttlecock on your game from the racquet.

4) THE LACK OF TRAINING
A period without training or not even considering that training can help diminish your perception of your racquet. Before changing equipment, give yourself a chance to resume regular practice. If you really wanted to change your badminton racquet, then now is the best time!

5) A LACK OF TECHNIQUE
A racquet must be complementary to your game. You must be rational about your game, and it is sometimes better to take lessons with a badminton coach who will rectify a technical issue that will never be erased by a badminton racquet.
GOOD REASONS TO CHANGE
 
1) RECURRING INJURIES
An inappropriate racquet can lead to badminton-related pain. Some extreme characteristics of the racquet can cause injury. If you are experiencing persistent pain, it may be a good idea but not the best to try different racquets to see if they alleviate your symptoms or see a medical specialist.
 
2) A RACQUET THAT HAS BECOME UNSUITABLE
Your racquet may become unsuitable over the course of time and as your physical abilities change. Growing young players and seniors losing physical abilities may need to adjust their equipment.
 
3) RACQUET WEAR
Wear is another key factor to consider. The frame of the racquet deforms with each shuttle strike, each restring and when it hits the ground (intentionally or unintentionally). Wear depends on your level of play, your style of play, and the amount of time you play and frequency of restrings.
 
4) A NEW INCENTIVE
A change of racquet can revitalize your enthusiasm for badminton, especially if your old equipment is no longer in good condition. A new racquet may give you more power or control that your game may have been missing to compete with your opponents.
 
5) TO MAKE YOU HAPPY
Many badminton players like to have fun and therefore change their badminton racquet because they were bored of their current one or just want to try something new because new is fun. 

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