{"product_id":"li-ning-axforce-tiger-badminton-racket-white-lime","title":"Li-Ning Axforce Tiger Badminton Racket (White\/Lime)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGod of Sports Expert Verdict on Li-Ning Axforce Tiger Badminton Racket:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Li-Ning Axforce Tiger Badminton Racket is the entry point into Li-Ning's AxForce family, the brand's attacking series, and this White\/Lime colourway is available in two weights: 4U (around 80 to 84 grams) and 5U (around 75 to 79 grams). Li-Ning describes it as delivering an \"axe-like\" force, and the build backs that up: a head-heavy carbon-fibre frame, a flexible shaft and a sturdy 7mm shaft diameter, rated up to 30 lbs in both weights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe head-heavy balance is what makes it feel powerful. With more mass towards the top of the frame, the racket carries momentum through the swing, so clears reach the back line and smashes land with weight even when the swing is not perfect. The flexible shaft adds to this by bending and releasing on each stroke, which helps players who have not yet developed a fast, compact swing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe trade-off is speed in the front and mid-court. A head-heavy frame is slower to bring back into position, so fast drive exchanges, quick blocks and net reactions take more effort than with an even or head-light racket. This is where the weight choice matters: the 5U recovers noticeably faster and is easier on the arm, while the 4U carries more weight into the smash and feels steadier when blocking hard hitters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Li-Ning Axforce Tiger Badminton Racket suits beginners and improving club players who want to build an attacking game. Choose the 4U for singles and the heaviest possible smash; choose the 5U for doubles, long sessions and quicker handling. Players who outgrow it can step up to the AxForce 90 Tiger Max, the flagship of the same Tiger line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnology Breakdown of the Li-Ning Axforce Tiger Badminton Racket:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead-heavy balance — weight behind every overhead:\u003c\/strong\u003e More of the racket's mass sits towards the head in both weights. On court this gives the swing more momentum, so smashes feel heavier and clears travel further for the same effort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible shaft — power from a developing swing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The shaft bends as you swing and springs back at contact, adding pace to the shuttle. This is especially helpful for newer players whose timing and wrist speed are still improving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4U or 5U — choose stability or speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 4U frame (80 to 84 grams) puts more mass through the shuttle for heavier smashes and steadier blocks. The 5U frame (75 to 79 grams) swings faster, recovers more quickly between shots and puts less load on the shoulder and elbow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7mm shaft and carbon-fibre frame — durable and forgiving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Li-Ning lists a 7mm shaft. Together with the carbon-fibre construction, it keeps the frame stable and robust for regular club play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 30 lbs string tension:\u003c\/strong\u003e Li-Ning rates both weights up to 30 lbs, which leaves plenty of room. Most beginners will play best well below that limit (see the FAQs).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerformance Ratings of the Li-Ning Axforce Tiger Badminton Racket:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore (\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAttack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe head-heavy balance and flexible shaft are built for attack. Smashes and clears come off with real weight, even for players still developing their swing. The 4U hits slightly heavier; the 5U lets you smash repeatedly without tiring.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDefence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe heavy head makes quick blocks and flat defensive returns slower to set up. The 5U reacts faster; the 4U holds steadier against hard smashes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorkable at the net for drops and net shots, but the head-heavy balance is slower in quick net exchanges than a head-light frame, especially in 4U.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe weight in the head keeps the frame steady on contact, so drops and clears go where they are aimed. Very fast flat exchanges are harder to control.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Court Performance Analysis of the Li-Ning Axforce Tiger Badminton Racket:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTosses \u0026amp; Clears\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThis is one of the racket's best areas. The head-heavy balance and flexible shaft combine to send clears and high tosses to the back line with very little effort, which is exactly what a developing player needs to push opponents to the rear court. The 5U keeps that easy length late into a long session.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmashes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eSmashing is the racket's main purpose. The weight in the head gives smashes a heavy feel, and the flexible shaft adds whip to the swing. The 4U produces the heavier smash; the 5U trades a little weight for a faster swing and less fatigue in repeated attacks.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlat Exchanges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eFast flat drives are the hardest part of its game. The heavier head takes longer to get back into position between shots, most noticeably in the 4U. The 5U stays with mid-court drive rallies much better, though it is still not as quick as a head-light racket.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDefence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eLifting the shuttle high and deep is easy thanks to the power in the frame. Blocking a fast smash short to the net needs good preparation because the head is slow to react. The 5U comes across the body more quickly; the 4U is less likely to be pushed back by a hard smash.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNet Dribbles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eNet shots and drops are consistent, and the steady frame helps with simple net play. Fine touch and quick net kills are less natural than with a head-light racket.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandling Speed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eHandling is the clear compromise of a head-heavy racket, and the main difference between the two weights. The 4U rewards players who like longer rallies with lifts and clears; the 5U is noticeably quicker between shots and suits attacking doubles.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRacket Finder for the Li-Ning Axforce Tiger Badminton Racket — Is This Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeginners who want to play an attacking game:\u003c\/strong\u003e The racket helps you generate power on clears and smashes while your technique develops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingles players and strong hitters (choose 4U):\u003c\/strong\u003e More weight behind clears and smashes, and a steadier frame against hard shots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoubles players and back-court attackers (choose 5U):\u003c\/strong\u003e Smash power with enough speed to stay with the next shot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayers who tire over long sessions (choose 5U):\u003c\/strong\u003e The lighter frame reduces the load on the shoulder and elbow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for you if you play mainly at the net:\u003c\/strong\u003e A head-heavy frame will feel slow at the front. An even-balance racket such as the Li-Ning Halbertec 1000 is a better fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for you if you are already an advanced attacker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stronger players will get more from a higher-tier AxForce frame such as the AxForce Cannon or AxForce 90 Tiger Max.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlaying Style Guide for the Li-Ning Axforce Tiger Badminton Racket:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRear-Court Attacker\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe best fit, in either weight. Clears and smashes are where this racket shines.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBack-Court Doubles Player\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eA strong fit, especially in 5U, which recovers quickly enough to handle the drive or block that comes back.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAll-Court Singles Player\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eA good fit at beginner and club level, especially in 4U. The power for deep clears and lifts makes it easier to move an opponent around the court.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFront-Court and Defensive Player\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eNot ideal. The head-heavy balance makes quick net reactions and fast blocks harder; choose an even-balance or head-light racket for this role.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSame-Brand Comparison of the Li-Ning Axforce Tiger Badminton Racket with Other Li-Ning Badminton Rackets:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlex\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Tension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLi-Ning Axforce Tiger Badminton Racket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4U \/ 5U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.0mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginners building an attacking game\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLi-Ning Tectonic 1 (4U)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.0mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnother entry-level attacking option\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLi-Ning AxForce 10 (5U)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.0mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA light entry-level AxForce alternative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLi-Ning AxForce Cannon (4U)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.0mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAttackers ready to step up within the AxForce series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLi-Ning AxForce 90 Tiger Max (4U)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.2mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced attackers who want the flagship Tiger frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLi-Ning Halbertec 1000 (4U)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEven\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.0mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginners who prefer control and quicker handling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCross-Brand Comparison of the Li-Ning Axforce Tiger Badminton Racket:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlex\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLi-Ning Axforce Tiger Badminton Racket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLi-Ning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4U \/ 5U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginners building an attacking game\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHundred T-Fusion 300 (4U)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHundred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA similar attacking feel from Hundred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHundred Nuclear 78\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHundred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA light attacking alternative from Hundred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYonex Astrox 77 Play\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYonex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn entry-level Yonex attacking racket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVictor Thruster HMR Light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVictor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5U\/6U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight attackers who want a firmer shaft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRange of the Li-Ning Axforce Tiger Badminton Racket Family also at God of Sports:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Li-Ning Rackets also at God of Sports:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca 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