Description
The Yonex Astrox 100ZZ badminton racquet in Kurenai is a head-heavy, extra-stiff power racquet for advanced attacking players. It is built around Yonex's Rotational Generator System, which distributes weight through the frame for control between shots.
The shaft uses Namd graphite for fast snapback on smashes, paired with a Hyper Slim Shaft to cut air resistance. Black Micro Core and Nanometric materials are used in the construction. Supplied unstrung. Made in Japan.
Key Details and Benefits
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Yonex Astrox 100ZZ: flagship of the Astrox power series
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Extra Stiff Shaft: direct, fast response for strong swing speeds
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Head-Heavy Balance: added mass in the head for steep smashes
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Rotational Generator System: weight distribution for smoother transitions between shots
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Namd Graphite: quick shaft snapback on impact
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Hyper Slim Shaft: reduced air resistance for faster swings
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Black Micro Core and Nanometric: advanced material layup in the frame and shaft
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Aero+ Box Frame: stable box-section frame with aerodynamic shaping
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Higher Tension Range: 21–29 lbs for players who string tight
Who Should Choose This Racquet?
Designed for advanced players with a fast, well-developed swing who win points through the smash. The extra-stiff shaft rewards good technique and can feel demanding for developing players. It suits singles attackers and doubles back-court players who want steep angles and heavy shots. The 4U G5 configuration keeps the head-heavy frame manageable.
Specialisation
The Astrox 100ZZ combines Namd, Tungsten, Black Micro Core and Nanometric materials in one frame. The Hyper Slim Shaft lowers drag through the swing. A 21–29 lbs recommended tension range, higher than the 20–28 lbs of most Pro models here, supports tight stringing for advanced players.
Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Weight Class |
4U (80–84 g) |
| Grip Size |
G5 |
| Balance |
Head Heavy |
| Shaft Flex |
Extra Stiff |
| Material |
HM Graphite, Namd, Tungsten, Black Micro Core, Nanometric |
| String Pattern |
22 × 21 |
| Recommended Tension |
21–29 lbs |
| Technologies |
Rotational Generator System, Isometric, Aero+ Box Frame, Solid Feel Core, Energy Boost Cap Plus, Tungsten, Hyper Slim Shaft, Black Micro Core, Namd, Nanometric |
| Colour |
Kurenai |
| Condition |
Unstrung |
Comparison Advantage
Among the Astrox Pro models, the 100ZZ is the only one listed with the Hyper Slim Shaft, Black Micro Core and Nanometric together. Its extra-stiff flex and head-heavy balance place it above the medium-flex Astrox 77 Pro for players who generate their own racquet-head speed.
