Badminton Strings

Which badminton string is the right one?

Badminton is not just about the frame of the racket or the ball, but the badminton strings also play an important role and have a decisive influence on the course of the game.

Correctly matched to your personal playing style and level, the correct stringing enables more ball control, speed and precision. Badminton strings are available in a wide variety of materials, diameters and colours.

Badminton string material

Badminton strings are made of titanium, polyester or nylon, for example. The 'Yonex BG80' string is a so-called Vectran string or multifilament string. This consists of individual fibres which in turn are made of different materials. These very thin fibres are twisted together. These strings therefore have a particularly high elasticity. A new material innovation is the so-called "Forged Fibre". The badminton string 'Yonex EXBOLT 63' owes this material an approx. 24% higher durability than conventional strings, and this with a thickness of 0.63 mm. Another option for stringing your badminton racket is hybrid strings such as the 'Yonex BG Aerobite Set'. Although this set also consists of multifament strings, the special feature here is that the mains and cross strings have different diameters and coatings. While the main string with a larger diameter supports the spin, the cross string with a smaller diameter offers a better feel for the ball and good control.

String diameter

In addition to the material, the string diameter also has an influence on various factors such as acceleration, ball control and precision. The thinner the string, the better these factors come into play. The disadvantage, however, is the shorter lifespan of a thin badminton string as it tends to break more quickly. Thicker strings are recommended for badminton beginners who are not yet able to hit the ball accurately enough.

String hardness

Badminton strings are normally tensioned between 7 kg and 14 kg on the frame. Beginners should play with a low string tension of 7 to 9 kg, as the strings then give more and this increases the area on the string with which you can achieve the desired speed when hitting the ball, this area is called the sweet spot. In order to improve the precision of the strokes, a higher string tension must be selected, which in turn reduces the sweet spot and therefore only advanced players and professionals select a higher string tension.

Over time, the strings wear out and the stringing wears out, so the stringing should be replaced from time to time.

Conclusion

When buying a badminton string, you should make sure that it suits your playing style and level. You should also pay attention to the string hardness you choose and whether it is suitable for your racket. If you choose the wrong string hardness, the frame of the racket can break. The decisive factor for your badminton racket is the right combination of the badminton string, the stringing hardness and the right frame. Also remember to replace your stringing over time, as certain properties are lost if you use the racket often.