What is 3U G4 in Badminton Terminology?

In badminton, rackets use a two-digit and one-letter coding system to indicate their weight and grip size. The first digit represents the weight of the racket, while the second digit represents the grip size. The letter indicates the balance of the racket.

Weight (U)

  • 1U: 95-100 grams
  • 2U: 90-94 grams
  • 3U: 85-89 grams
  • 4U: 80-84 grams
  • 5U: 75-79 grams

Grip Size (G)

  • G0: 79mm or less
  • G1: 80-82mm
  • G2: 83-85mm
  • G3: 86-88mm
  • G4: 89-91mm
  • G5: 92mm or more

Balance (5, 6, EV, EB)

  • 5: Head-heavy
  • 6: Even balance
  • EV: Extra-heavy head
  • EB: Even-extra balance

In the case of "3U G4," it indicates:

  • 3U: A racket weighing between 85-89 grams
  • G4: A grip size that measures 89-91mm

This combination is often preferred by intermediate to advanced players who seek a balance between power and control.

  1. What does a higher U number indicate? Heavier racket
  2. What is the most common grip size? G4
  3. What does a head-heavy racket provide? More power
  4. Can grip sizes vary between brands? Yes
  5. What is the best racket weight for beginners? 4U or 5U
  • Yonex Astrox 99
  • Li-Ning N80II
  • Victor Thruster K
  • Ashaway Phantom X-Speed 2
  • Prokennex Kinetic Pro 9900

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