Updated 24 Oct 2026
Strong club, league and county players with a fast, well-timed swing get the most from a stiffer shaft. These suit an all-court game; see the smashing and net-play lists for something more specialised.
Aerogel all-rounder. The 2025 DriveX flagship with Nano Aerogel in the frame and a metallic-carbon shaft. Even balance and medium-stiff, with a high 32-33 lb tension limit, it is Victor's most capable all-round racket.
From £189.99 at Racketworld
Precise and bouncy. July 2023 flagship all-rounder adding a metallic-carbon shaft for extra elasticity. Even balance and medium-stiff, placed on the bouncy side of Victor's all-round chart.
From £150.00 at Racketworld RRP £180
Fast, stiff control. The flagship even-balance racket, a stronger, firmer rebuild of the long-running Arcsaber 11 with a pocketing frame that holds the shuttle longer. A fast, stiff frame for doubles players who value control and quick…
From £199.99 at Badminton HQ RRP £250
Balanced stiff control. Second-tier Halbertec (endorsed by Fu Haifeng): a stiff 6.8 mm shaft and balance around 301 mm for players who want control and a controlled smash. Expect a stiff, precise feel rather than free power.
From £155.95 at Badminton HQ RRP £185
Soft-edged speed racket. Mid-upper Bladex used by Yeo Jia Min and Goh Liu Ying. Head-light in 3U/4U, slightly stiffer feel, aimed at doubles players who want speed with a bit more forgiveness than the 800.
From £139.95 at Badminton HQ
Crisp stiff shaft. A stiff, very slim-shafted attacking racket aimed at club and tournament players who like to hit hard from the back and want a sharp, crisp feel. Balance is only slightly towards the head, so it should stay manageable…
From £108.95 at Central Sports RRP £142
Affordable speed frame. Mid-range Bladex in 3U and 4U with a balance point around 292-295 mm, so close to even. A budget way into the speed line.
From £94.99 at Badminton HQ RRP £127
Fast stiff attack. A stiff-shafted attacking racket that sits slightly head-heavy and is tagged for speed. It suits intermediate to advanced players who want snappy power without going extremely head-heavy.
From £104.95 at Central Sports RRP £135
Easy all-rounder. A slightly more flexible sibling of the 6SP (index 5) with the same nano-tube shaft and 26-28 lb tension limits. Even balance, aimed at club players.
From £79.99 at Badminton HQ
Quick yet punchy. The heaviest and most balanced of the Jetstream family: a medium-flex, thin-shafted frame that keeps the speed of its lighter siblings but adds more stability and drive. Good for club players who want one racket for…
From £90.99 at Badminton HQ RRP £130