How do you determine grip size for badminton?
Grip Sizes are measured by “G + Number”, the smaller the number, the larger the handle (I know very confusing!). For example almost all Yonex Rackets come in a G4 standard, whilst Victor Rackets are typically G5 in size.
Does grip size matter in badminton?
While grip size is critically important in tennis for health and safety reasons, grip size in badminton is largely a matter of individual preference. Power players, by contrast, will usually choose a larger grip because this allows them to get a firmer grip on the handle when smashing.
What is Grip size G4?
Grip size of badminton racket is denoted by “G”. Most racket manufacturers provide 4 – 5 grip sizes indicated by G1, G2, G3, G4 and G5. G3 grip size is of 3-1/2 inch whereas G4 grip size measures 3-3/4 inch.
Should badminton grips be thin or thick?
You would generally hold the racket tighter for shots like consecutive smashes and half smashes. A thicker grip would help you transfer that aggression into the shots. Thin Grip – If you’re a dominantly strategy player who likes to place the shuttle in the correct places, you would want a thinner grip.
How do I choose a badminton racket grip?
Players need to hold their rackets tight, which suggests that they should use thicker grips as thicker grips make it easier to hold the racket tightly when doing smashes. If you not getting a G3/G4/G5 grip as per your preference then external grip is the only option. All-in-all, power players should use thicker grips.
Are there different grip sizes for badminton rackets?
The only sizes are S2 and S3, where S2 is the larger grip. Both sizes are available for the higher range rackets. Victor rackets come in ONE standard handle size. There are no choices for grip sizes for a Victor racket.
What’s the difference between a G4 and a G5 badminton racket?
Where g3 refers to a larger racket handle and g5 refers to the smallest racket handle whereas g4 stands somewhere between these both, or else you can say it has a medium racket handle. The grip size of the badminton racket should not be big enough that the tip of your ring finger must not touch the palm when the racket is held correctly.
Which is the correct grip size for a Yonex racket?
Grip Size. Yonex. In the Yonex racket range, the sign G is used to indicate the size of the racket handle. G3, G4 and G5 are the common sizes for racket handle. G3 means a larger racket handle whereas G5 is the smallest racket handle. Choose the size of the racket handle based on the size of your palm.
What’s the difference between squash and badminton racquets?
Power players, by contrast, will usually choose a larger grip because this allows them to get a firmer grip on the handle when smashing. Unlike squash racquets, which are all manufactured with the same grip size, badminton racquets do come in different sizes.