Choosing the right badminton equipment can make a big difference to your game. But which badminton racket suits your playing style? Which shoes provide the right support? Which strings and tension should you choose, and which shuttles are best for you? Our badminton specialists help you make the right choice.
Our badminton advice
Good badminton equipment should suit your level, playing style and personal preferences. That is why our badminton specialists explain what to look for when choosing rackets, shoes, strings and shuttles.
Below you will find our detailed buying guides. They help you compare the different characteristics and make it easier to choose the equipment that best suits your game.
Badminton rackets
A badminton racket should suit your level, playing style and personal preferences. Weight, balance point, flexibility and grip size all influence how a racket feels and performs.
In our detailed racket guide, we explain what these characteristics mean and how to determine which badminton racket is the best match for you.
Read our badminton racket adviceBadminton shoes
Badminton involves fast changes of direction, lunges and explosive movements. Good badminton shoes therefore provide not only grip, but also stability, cushioning and support.
In our shoe guide, we explain what to look for when choosing badminton shoes, including fit, outsole, cushioning and stability.
Read our badminton shoe adviceBadminton strings & stringing
The strings in a badminton racket have a major influence on feel, control and power. Both the type of string and the chosen tension play an important role.
In our stringing guide, we explain the differences and help you determine which string and tension best suit your level and playing style.
Read our stringing adviceBadminton shuttles
The right shuttle depends on factors such as your level, how often you play and what you use the shuttle for. Feather and synthetic shuttles each have their own playing characteristics.
In our shuttle guide, we explain the differences and what to look for when choosing shuttles for training, recreational badminton and competitive play.
Read our badminton shuttle adviceNeed personal badminton advice?
Still not sure which equipment is right for you after reading our guides? Our badminton specialists are happy to help you choose equipment that suits your level and playing style. Contact us or visit our store for personal advice.