Badminton: rackets, shoes, shuttles

The fastest shuttlecock in the world of rackets requires specific equipment: in badminton, lightweight rackets, low shoes, feather or plastic shuttlecocks, and indoor attire make all the difference. Everything is gathered here, from family leisure to interclub matches.

Badminton Equipment by Family

Badminton Rackets: compare by weight, balance, and stiffness.
Shuttles: feather for competition, plastic for leisure and training.
Badminton Shoes: low-cut, lightweight, and with rubber soles.
Badminton Apparel: shirts, polos, shorts, and skirts.
Strings: to maintain the racket’s precision.
Accessories: bags, thermobags, and grips.

The men's badminton, women's badminton, and junior badminton pages gather the offerings by profile.

Racket: U Weight and Balance

The weight is indicated with the letter U: the higher the number, the lighter the racket. A 4U is suitable for most club players. Head heavy, the racket helps with smashes; head light, it maneuvers quickly in defense and at the net.

Feather or Plastic Shuttle

The feather shuttle provides the reference trajectory but wears out quickly. The plastic shuttle lasts much longer and is suitable for training and casual play.

Shoes Made for Indoor Courts

Low-cut and with rubber soles, they grip the court and limit ankle twists during lunges. A running shoe, which is too high, is not suitable.

Yonex and Babolat Leading the Way

Yonex outfits a large part of players: Astrox rackets for attacking, Nanoflare for speed, Arcsaber for control, and Power Cushion shoes. Babolat offers the Shadow shoe and Satelite rackets. Victor and FZ Forza complete the offering.

New Arrivals and Good Deals

The new badminton arrivals showcase the latest models, the page badminton dispatched in 24h features items in stock, and the badminton clearance shows end-of-line products.

Padel, Badminton, Squash: Other Sections

The tennis, padel, squash, and table tennis have their own sections, and the clubs area brings together nets, posts, and shuttle launchers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What badminton racket should I start with?

A lightweight racket, with a neutral balance and a flexible handle, found on the badminton rackets page.

What shuttles for training?

Plastic shuttles, which are more durable. They are on the shuttles page.

Can I play badminton in running shoes?

It's better to avoid them: their high soles increase the risk of sprains. The suitable models are on the badminton shoes page.

What string tension should I choose?

Lower for a leisure player, which increases the effective area; higher for a player who hits hard and at the center. The strings are on the badminton strings page.