Readers of my evaluations know that I hardly ever touch upon the expertise behind a body. Who cares what it truly is, what it is known as and why it ought to make the racket higher. What’s vital is how a racket feels and performs.
Nanoflare 1000Z is a breakthrough from Yonex. I anticipated Yonex to switch the Nanoflare vary with a brand new title, new ‘expertise’. As a substitute, they’ve well saved the title, however I believe we’ll see new rackets emerge to switch the prevailing line. Yonex has developed the expertise to make a quick body even higher.
Prime stage rackets are sometimes very stiff and this will not be appropriate for many gamers, who require extra flexibility. Nanoflare 1000 was launched with 4 variations, Z, Tour, Sport and Play, that are virtually similar in look. After testing the Sport model alongside Z, I believe this racket shall be very fashionable. It seems to be similar to the Z, however is just not made in Japan, doesn’t have the identical expertise and supplies, however has the benefit of a medium flex shaft. If I have been Yonex I’d additionally launch the Sport model with the identical medium flex, improved expertise and supplies and probably name it the brand new Nanoflare 700 professional (assuming Yonex will now improve the complete Nanoflare vary consistent with Astrox and Arcsaber .)
For me, Nanoflare 1000Z is a triumph.
I am not simply saying, I completely like it and determined to make the change from Astrox 100ZZ, shock, horror.
I nonetheless have a 100ZZ in my bag and use it once in a while to verify I really feel the brand new Nanoflare the identical approach. Each time, Nanoflare 1000Z wins the day. It has change into extra of an extension of my hand than I assumed attainable.
The beneficial retail value for this racket is a hefty €230, however it’s already obtainable at a reduction for round €207. Preliminary provides are restricted and as I write this, many on-line retailers are offered out. I believe costs might fall additional as stock ranges decline in 2024.
I am not eager on paying such a excessive value for a racket, particularly for doubles gamers who’re afraid of collisions with their associate. Badminton rackets are additionally turning into simply as costly as tennis rackets. That should not be proper.