Description
The Yonex Astrox 88S Pro badminton racquet in Silver/Black is built for doubles front-court players. It combines a head-heavy balance with a stiff shaft for fast attacking play at the net.
This generation uses 2G-Namd Flex Force for shaft snapback and the Rotational Generator System for quick transitions. A Power-Assist Bumper and VeryCool are included. Supplied unstrung. Made in Japan.
Key Details and Benefits
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Yonex Astrox 88S Pro: front-court partner of the Astrox 88 doubles pair
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2G-Namd Flex Force: fast snapback for quick net kills and pushes
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Rotational Generator System: rapid recovery between net exchanges
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Head-Heavy Balance: weight for punching attacks from mid-court
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Stiff Shaft: direct, precise response
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Power-Assist Bumper: added frame-top weight
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VeryCool: included in the frame technology set
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Length: 5 mm longer than standard
Who Should Choose This Racquet?
Designed for intermediate to advanced doubles players who take the front court. It suits players who intercept, push and finish at the net. Pairs with the Astrox 88D Pro used by a rear-court partner. Best with a fast, short swing.
Specialisation
The 88S Pro uses 2G-Namd Flex Force, CSR and Tungsten with HM Graphite. It adds VeryCool and CFR to the Rotational Generator System and Aero+ Box Frame. The setup is aimed at quick, repeated attacking shots near the net.
Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Weight Class |
4U (80–84 g) |
| Grip Size |
G5, G6 |
| Balance |
Head Heavy |
| Shaft Flex |
Stiff |
| Length |
5 mm longer than standard |
| Material |
HM Graphite, CSR, Tungsten, 2G-Namd Flex Force |
| String Pattern |
22 × 21 |
| Recommended Tension |
20–28 lbs |
| Technologies |
2G-Namd Flex Force, Isometric, Rotational Generator System, Power-Assist Bumper, Aero+ Box Frame, Ultra PE Fiber, Ultra Slim Shaft, Tungsten, Energy Boost Cap Plus, CFR, VeryCool |
| Colour |
Silver/Black |
| Condition |
Unstrung |
Comparison Advantage
The 88S Pro shares its core materials with the 88D Pro but is aimed at the front-court role. It is the only model in this Astrox Pro range listed with VeryCool technology.
