YONEX VA Astrox 100 GAME Badminton Racket
The Yonex VA Astrox 100 Game badminton racket is a head heavy attacking racket built for intermediate players stepping into higher level competition. It suits strong club doubles players and developing singles athletes across New Zealand who want more power from the rear court and sharper control at the net. Designed for indoor badminton play where speed and timing decide points.
Part of the Viktor Axelsen Collection, this model delivers performance features in a more manageable setup than the top tier Astrox models. It is ideal for players who want attacking intent without moving to an extra stiff shaft.
On Court Performance
The head heavy balance helps load the shuttle on smashes and deep clears. In doubles, that translates to stronger rear court pressure and better follow up at the net. In singles, it supports steep angles when you are pushing opponents to the baseline.
The Rotational Generator System distributes weight through the handle, shaft and frame to improve transition between shots. After a full smash, the racket recovers smoothly for the next drive or block, which matters in fast rallies.
Namd graphite in the shaft improves snapback, helping the shaft flex and return quickly through impact. Combined with the medium flex profile, it gives a balance of power and control that suits intermediate players building consistency.
At 10 mm longer than standard length, it provides extra leverage for overhead shots without feeling cumbersome.
Specifications
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Balance: Head Heavy
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Shaft Flex: Medium
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Length: 10 mm longer
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Recommended String Tension: 20 to 28 lbs
Who It Suits
Intermediate club badminton players
Attacking doubles players controlling the front court
Developing singles players wanting added smash power
*Frame Only - please purchase strings separately if required.
Customised string selection and tension requests are available once this racket is added to cart. If you purchase strings, we will string the racket for no extra (labour) cost. For assistance, please email info@playerssports.co.nz
As a guide only, please allow for 3 – 7 working days for custom stringing to be completed.
Badminton Rackets are labelled with two parts that indicate their size:
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Weight (U number): tells you how heavy the racket is.
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Grip Size (G number): tells you how thick the handle is.
The grip size will come immediately after the weight code. For example, in 4U5: 4U = racket weight & 5 = Grip Size (circumference).
Racket Weights
Choosing the right racket weight makes a big difference to how you play. Here is a simple breakdown to help you pick the right fit.
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3F (60-64g): Super light, fastest handling - great for players wanting maximum manoeuvrability.
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2F (65-69g): Ultra-light, quick reactions - suits defensive or control-focused play.
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5U (75-79g): Very Light, easy manoeuvring - great for defensive or all-round styles.
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4U (80-84g): Light and quick - Ideal for doubles and fast rallies.
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3U (85-89g): Balanced weight - all-round styles and the most popular option traditionally.
Grip Sizes
Badminton racket grips should be big enough so that when holding the handle correctly (like shaking someone's hand), the tip of your ring finger shouldn't touch your palm.
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G4 - 86mm circumferential grip size.
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G5 - 83mm circumferential grip size.
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G6 - 80mm circumferential grip size.
If you are unsure of your racket grip size, you can always opt for the smaller option and make it bigger with the addition of an overgrip.
Please note: racket weights and grip sizes can vary slightly between brands.
For further assistance, please email info@playerssports.co.nz
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