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VICTOR LAB: Introduction to VICTOR’s Different Types of Strings

Are you often struggling to identify the string that best suits your racket? Don’t worry! VICTOR Lab has come up with an introduction to provide you with in-depth analysis of the features of various VICTOR strings. Recommendations are also given on corresponding rackets to match with the most compatible string. After reading this article, you will know which type of the string to get for your racket!

VICTOR VBS series

I. Types and Features of VICTOR Badminton String:

1. Durability String: The distinguished durability string features incredible durability and superb elasticity.

i. VBS-70: The 0.7mm-string features soft feeling and great elasticity. It is extremely easy-to-manage, so it is perfect for all types of players.

ii. VBS-69N: The 0.69mm-string has a slightly harder feeling compared with VBS-70, but the handling feel is still considered comfortable. Great elasticity remains, and it is also extremely easy-to-manage. It especially suits attacking style players.

2. Control String: Stability is considered top priority. It offers a better grip on the shuttlecock to allow players to manage excellent handling.

i. VBS-68P: The 0.68mm-string features soft feeling, longer contact time and a better grip on the shuttlecock. It is great for attacking style players who also have a demand for high controllability.

ii. VS-890: The 0.68mm-string has a moderate feeling that is slightly soft. It is extremely easy-to-manage, highly elastic and features longer contact time and outstanding handling.

3. High Resilience String: Resilience is of utmost importance. The effortless agility enabled by the string elevates the player’s badminton skills to a whole new level.

i. VBS-66N: The 0.66mm-string features a moderate feeling and extraordinary elasticity. As a result, speed performance and controllability are excellent. It is the string for players who prefer to beat opponents with the advantage in speed.

ii. VBS-63: The 0.63mm-string is the thinnest VICTOR badminton string. It features a moderate feeling that is slightly hard, decent elasticity and satisfying speed performance. It is suitable for players in favor of speedy plays.

VICTOR VBS series

II. Recommendations for matching rackets:

1. SPEED Type:

i. BRAVE SWORD:

BRS-10:Its hard feeling and fast swing performance will satisfy players in favor of speed. The racket is recommended to go with VBS-63 to enhance comfort without getting the speed performance worse.

BRS-11: It has a slightly harder feeling. The swing is fast, and the racket is easy-to-manage. It is great for players who like decent controllability in speedy plays. The racket is recommended to go with VBS-66N to enhance speed performance and controllability. 

BRS-12: It features a moderate feeling that is slightly hard. The swing is fast. It is easy-to-manage and gives a solid hitting feel. The racket is recommended to go with VBS-68P to strengthen the force of each hit.

ii. JETSPEED S:

JS-10: It has a rather hard feeling, fast swing performance and a smaller racket face. Hits are extremely solid. It is suitable for agile players that are good at attacking plays. The racket is recommended to go with VBS-69N to enhance hitting power and controllability.

JS-11: It features a moderate feeling that is slightly hard. The swing is fast, and it is easy-to-manage. It suits players that carry out good controlling performance in speedy plays. The racket is recommended to go with VBS-69N to enhance hitting power and dominance over the opponent.

JS-12: It has a moderate feeling. The swing is agile, and it features a larger sweet spot. The handling is comfortable and easy. It generally suits all players that like to play doubles. The racket is recommended to go with VBS-66N to enhance speed performance and controllability.

JS-12F: It has a moderate feeling that is slightly hard. The swing is agile and easy-to-manage. It is an effective weapon for net plays in doubles. The racket is recommended to go with VBS-63 to bring elasticity to the next level with better handling.

2. All-AROUND Type:

i. METERO X: 

MX-80: It features a rigid feeling and excellent power transmission that is stable and forceful. The racket is recommended to go with VBS-69N to further, enhance stability and create dominance on the court.

ii. HYPERNANO X:

HX-800: It features a moderate feeling, easy-to-manage quality and decent handling. It suits control type players. The racket is recommended to go with VBS-69N to further strengthen the attacking and controlling characteristics.

HX-900:It has a slightly more rigid feeling. It is easy-to-manage with decent handling. It is great for offensive players that pursue absolute dominance on the court.  The racket is recommended to go with VBS-68P to further enhance the quality of hits and controllability.

HX-990:It features a rigid feeling and decent power transmission. It is suitable for players who ask for consistent stability in consecutive attacks. The racket is recommended to go with VBS-69N to further enhance attacking performance and stability.

3. POWER Type:

i. THURSTER K:

TK-9000、TK-9900: It features a heavy feeling, decent power transmission and sufficient force. It is suitable for powerful players of strong offensive nature. The racket is recommended to go with VBS-69N to further enhance handling and stability for quality hits.

TK-Onigiri: It features a moderate hitting feeling and is extremely easy-to-manage. It suits players that want to experience the features of attack type rackets. The racket is recommended to go with VBS-66N to create a more comprehensive handling of power and to enhance the quality of smashes.

TK-F: It is slightly more rigid, easy-to-manage with decent handling. It is the racket for players that desire dominance in attacking plays. The racket is recommended to go with VBS-66N for better handling, faster and more invincible smashes.