Carlton
Carlton Vapour Trail HT 86
2026 · From £134.99 at Badminton HQ RRP £150Suits aSmash SpecialistA fast, trained swing that needs a stiff, head-heavy frame to turn speed into steep, accurate smashes.
Balance 305mm
Head heavy
Flex Extra Stiff
88 on our 0-100 scale
Weight 86g
Before strings and grip
Best featureStiff singles precisionPlayer styleAttacking
Model seriesCarlton Vapour Trail
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BalanceHead heavy
FlexExtra stiff
Weight86 g
An extra-stiff, head-heavy 86 g racket for competitive singles players. The titanium mesh adds torsional stiffness for stability, and the slim frame cuts through the air.
- Extra stiff shaft and titanium mesh give a stable, direct feel
- Head weight supports deep clears and hard smashes
- Demands strong technique and swing speed
- Heavy and slow for defensive doubles play
Where to buy
| Badminton HQ | £134.99 |
In stock |
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Price tracked daily since 23 Oct 2026.
Retailer prices checked 24 Oct 2026. RRP £150.
| Weights | 86g · 305mm |
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| Balance | Head Heavy |
| Shaft | Extra Stiff · 6.8mm |
| Max tension | - |
| Grips | G6 |
| Released | 2026 |
| RRP | £150 |
Balance from a quoted balance point; flex placed from the brand label. Brands rate stiffness differently, so treat flex as approximate.
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