{"product_id":"victor-vbs-70-badminton-string-2","title":"Victor VBS 70 Badminton String","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGod of Sports Expert Verdict on Victor VBS 70 Badminton String:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eVictor VBS 70 Badminton String is the benchmark 0.70mm durability string in Victor's range — the direct competitor to Yonex BG65 in the world's most-played string tier. What separates the VBS 70 from BG65 and from Li-Ning No. 7 is a specific combination: Thermotech Enhanced Nylon Resin technology (applied in both core and outer layers, not just the outer) and a deep-patterned surface coating that provides more shuttle grip and a more satisfying hitting sound than the standard smooth or lightly textured surfaces of competing 0.70mm strings. Independent reviewer CK Yew's assessment captures this well: he was \"very pleasantly surprised with the VBS-70\" — the string outperformed his expectations for a 0.70mm durability option in both playability and sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eThermotech Enhanced Nylon Resin is the specific technology that makes the Victor VBS 70 Badminton String more than a standard thick string. By applying heat-treated resin to both core and outer layers — not just surface-coating the exterior — Thermotech creates a more uniformly structured string throughout its cross-section. The nylon polymer chains in both layers are more consistently aligned, producing better resistance to the thermal degradation and tension loss that warm-environment play (precisely India's conditions) accelerates in standard nylon. For Indian club players who play in summer heat or warm coastal venues, the VBS 70's Thermotech construction provides more reliable consistency between cool air-conditioned and warm ambient playing conditions than strings without similar heat-treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eThe professional player endorsement list — Hsu Ya Ching, Goh Soon Huat, Kantaphon Wangcharoen — is meaningful context. All three are professional players who could choose any string; they choose the VBS 70. Hsu Ya Ching's singles game involves sustained rallies and controlled placement from a baseline style that benefits from the VBS 70's soft, non-bouncy feel and consistent tension retention. Goh Soon Huat's doubles play benefits from the string's durability for high-volume doubles training and its grippy surface for net touch. The fact that professionals use a 0.70mm string validates the VBS 70 as a genuine performance choice, not merely a beginner string with a quality label attached.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eThe crucial positioning distinction between the VBS 70 and the VBS 69 Nano is feel and repulsion. The Victor VBS 70 Badminton String is the genuinely softest VBS string — \"soft feel, great elasticity, extremely easy to manage\" per Victor's VICTOR LAB. The VBS 69 Nano is slightly firmer and more repulsive (9\/10 vs 7–8\/10). For players who want maximum softness and comfort — including players with arm sensitivity, players who play extended sessions, and players who simply prefer a forgiving, cushioned feel — the VBS 70 is the correct choice over the VBS 69 Nano. For players who want maximum repulsion from the durability tier, the VBS 69 Nano wins. The choice is feel and repulsion priority, not quality difference.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eString Character Breakdown of Victor VBS 70 Badminton String:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGauge — 0.70mm (Maximum Durability Standard):\u003c\/strong\u003e The thickest standard gauge in the VBS range — maximum fibre per cross-section for the strongest possible resistance to impact stress, abrasion, and breakage. At 0.70mm, the string bed deforms less per impact and snaps back more slowly than thinner alternatives — producing the characteristic soft, cushioned feel of durability strings and the lower repulsion rating. For players whose priority is longevity over maximum shuttle speed, 0.70mm is the right gauge.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermotech Enhanced Nylon Resin — Core and Outer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The VBS 70's defining construction technology. Thermotech resin is applied in both core and outer layers — not just a surface coating. The heat-treatment process aligns the nylon polymer chains more uniformly throughout the string's entire structure, producing: better resistance to thermal degradation from play heat, more consistent tension maintenance as the string cycles under impact, and better moisture resistance in humid playing conditions. This dual-layer Thermotech application is what gives the VBS 70 better long-term performance consistency than standard 0.70mm constructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep-Patterned Coating — Surface Performance and Sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e A structurally deep texture applied to the string's outer surface — not a superficial topcoat but a texture integrated into the outer nylon layer. The deep-patterned surface provides shuttle grip during play (assisting control on placement shots and net exchanges), abrasion resistance at cross-string notch points (the primary breakage location), and — notably — a satisfying hitting sound (7–8\/10) that is noticeably more engaging than many standard thick strings. CK Yew specifically notes the VBS 70 was \"fairly grippy\" during stringing — the same surface quality that provides shuttle contact grip during play also makes the stringing process slightly more tactile.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeel — Genuinely Soft:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Victor VBS 70 Badminton String is the softest string in Victor's VBS range — Victor describes it as \"soft feel, great elasticity, extremely easy to manage, perfect for all types of players.\" The Thermotech core and outer construction provides a cushioned, comfortable contact that absorbs impact energy gently. Unlike the VBS 69 Nano which is officially soft but practically medium, the VBS 70's soft classification is confirmed by every source consulted — CK Yew specifically swapped the official feel ratings of the VBS 69 and VBS 70, calling the 70 softer.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Users — Performance Validation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hsu Ya Ching, Goh Soon Huat, and Kantaphon Wangcharoen use the VBS 70 at professional level. The string's Thermotech construction and deep-patterned coating provide the consistency and playability that professional sustained-rally and doubles play demands over extended match and training sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance Ratings — Victor VBS 70 Badminton String:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ctable\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRepulsion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7.5 \/ 10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eBetter than expected for 0.70mm — Thermotech construction produces more energetic response than standard thick strings at this gauge. Reviewers consistently note the VBS 70 as \"surprisingly repulsive for a durability string.\" Not in the same league as 0.65–0.66mm performance strings, but meaningfully better than the Li-Ning No. 7's 6\/10 or Yonex BG65's 6\/10 at the same gauge tier. The deep-patterned surface's grip assists repulsion by ensuring full shuttle contact on each hit.\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7 \/ 10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eGood for 0.70mm. The deep-patterned surface provides shuttle grip that enables directional precision on placement shots and controlled net exchanges. The soft feel's longer shuttle dwell time gives players slightly more contact time per shot for placement calibration. Better control feedback than smooth-surface thick strings. 0.70mm's larger effective sweet spot also helps — the bigger contact area is more forgiving on near-miss placements.\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9 \/ 10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eNear-maximum durability. Thermotech Nylon Resin in both core and outer resists thermal degradation and tension loss. Deep-patterned coating resists notch abrasion at cross-string intersections. 0.70mm gauge provides maximum fibre volume for impact resistance. Regular club players at 22–26 lbs: 2–3 months typically. Recreational players: 3–6+ months. Survives the miss-hits, frame contacts, and off-centre smashes common across all playing levels.\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8 \/ 10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eThe best feel rating in the Durability Series. Genuinely soft, cushioned, and comfortable — the most arm-friendly and fatigue-reducing string in Victor's range. The deep-patterned surface's satisfying hitting sound (7–8\/10) makes each contact feel more engaging than plain durability strings. Extended sessions on the VBS 70 are consistently comfortable — the soft feel reduces accumulated impact fatigue on the arm, wrist, and shoulder.\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eTension Guide for Victor VBS 70 Badminton String — Indian Courts:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeginners and Recreational Players — 18–22 lbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maximum comfort, largest sweet spot, most forgiving feel. At this range, the VBS 70's soft character is fully expressed — the shuttlecock is hit comfortably with minimal arm strain, and the deep-patterned surface provides enough grip for basic shot direction. The Thermotech construction maintains the string at this tension reliably, ensuring the playability doesn't degrade quickly even with infrequent restringing.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub Training and Intermediate Play — 22–26 lbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard club tension range. At 22–24 lbs, Victor VBS 70 Badminton String is at its most comfortable and forgiving. At 24–26 lbs, control precision improves while the soft feel is maintained. The Thermotech dual-layer construction holds tension well at this range — the string stays consistent between sessions rather than softening quickly as single-layer alternatives do.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Play and Power Matching — 26–28 lbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Victor's official recommendation for Durability Series strings is around 28 lbs for strong response. At 26–28 lbs, the VBS 70's soft feel becomes more controlled and precise — the tighter string bed reduces shuttle dwell time, converting the soft feel into a more responsive hitting character. Professional users Hsu Ya Ching, Goh Soon Huat, and Kantaphon Wangcharoen likely use this range.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum — 29 lbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Victor's recommended maximum for the VBS 70. Thermotech construction handles this tension well, maintaining string integrity at the upper range. Confirm racket tension ceiling before stringing at 28–29 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndia Conditions — Thermotech Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thermotech's heat-treatment specifically helps in India's warm playing conditions. The more uniformly structured nylon polymer chains resist thermal degradation from warm courts and extended play heat — the VBS 70 maintains its playing characteristics better across sessions in Indian summer conditions than standard nylon alternatives. Deep-patterned coating also helps in humidity — the structural texture is more moisture-resistant than superficial coatings.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eString Finder — Is Victor VBS 70 Badminton String Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeginner or Developing Player Who Wants a Quality Durability String:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Victor VBS 70 Badminton String is one of the best quality-durability strings at 0.70mm. Better performance than cheap no-name alternatives, Thermotech heat resistance, satisfying deep-patterned sound, and professional player validation. The right upgrade for beginners currently on basic thick strings.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayer Who Restrings Infrequently:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thermotech dual-layer construction maintains performance through long restringing intervals — the string at month three feels closer to day one than standard nylon alternatives. For Indian club players who restring every 2–4 months, the VBS 70's construction sustains better playability through the interval than non-Thermotech alternatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayer Who Wants Softer Feel Than VBS 69 Nano:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you have tried the VBS 69 Nano and found it slightly firmer than expected, the Victor VBS 70 Badminton String is the correct alternative. Genuinely soft, not medium-soft. Maximum comfort at 0.70mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBG65 User Curious About Victor Strings:\u003c\/strong\u003e The VBS 70 is the natural starting point for Yonex BG65 users exploring Victor strings. Same 0.70mm durability tier, softer feel, Thermotech construction, better sound. CK Yew's \"pleasantly surprised\" assessment reflects what most BG65 users find when they try the Victor VBS 70 Badminton String.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayer Who Wants Better Repulsion Than VBS 70:\u003c\/strong\u003e The VBS 69 Nano (0.69mm, nanotechnology, 9\/10 repulsion) is the natural step up. Same durability tier, marginally thinner, nanotechnology weaving for 9\/10 repulsion versus VBS 70's 7–8\/10. The VBS 69 Nano is Victor VBS 70 Badminton String with significantly better repulsion at the cost of slightly firmer feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003ePlaying Style Guide for Victor VBS 70 Badminton String:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003ePower \/ Smash-First Players:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModerate Match. 7–8\/10 repulsion is adequate for training-intensity smashing but does not deliver the shuttle speed that power players expect from thin performance strings. The VBS 70 is best for smash-heavy training sessions where durability matters — use a thinner string (VBS 66 Nano, VBS 69 Nano) for match play where smash quality is critical.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eControl \/ Placement Players:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood Match. Deep-patterned surface provides shuttle grip for directional control. Soft feel's longer dwell time aids placement calibration. Hsu Ya Ching's baseline control singles style validated by professional use. Good for technique-first players who rely on consistent, non-bouncy string bed response.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eAll-Court Players and Beginners:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Match. Victor's official description: \"perfect for all types of players.\" Soft feel, great elasticity, maximum durability, satisfying sound, arm-friendly comfort across extended sessions. The right durability string for the widest range of Indian club players — from beginners to advanced players seeking reliable training strings.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eVictor VBS 70 Badminton String vs Other Victor Strings at God of Sports:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ctable\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGauge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRepulsion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eVBS 70 (this string)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e0.70mm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eDurability\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e7–8\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftest feel, all-level, Thermotech Nylon Resin, professional users\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eVBS 69 Nano\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e0.69mm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eDurability\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium-Soft\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e9\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eBest repulsion in Durability Series — attacking players, nanotechnology\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eVBS 66 Nano\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e0.66mm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh Resilience\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eBest all-court balance — Nano-Tec tension retention, textured control\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eVBS 63\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e0.63mm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh Resilience\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e9\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eExplosive snap-back — Anders Antonsen, thin gauge performance\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eVictor VBS 70 Badminton String vs Similar Strings at God of Sports:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ctable\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGauge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eVictor VBS 70 (this string)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eVictor (Taiwan \/ Japan)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e0.70mm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eThermotech dual-layer, deep-patterned coating, professional users — softer feel and better sound than BG65\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYonex BG65\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYonex (Japan)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e0.70mm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium-Firm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eWorld's best-selling durability string — firmer feel, braided multifilament, universal stringer familiarity\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYonex BG65 Titanium\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYonex (Japan)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e0.70mm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eHard\/Controlled\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eBG65 with titanium hydride coating — more repulsion and harder feel than VBS 70, step toward performance tier\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eLi-Ning No. 7\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eLi-Ning (China)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e0.70mm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep-Re-Dipping polymer saturation — similarly soft feel, better humidity resistance; different construction philosophy\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther Strings also at God of Sports:\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/victor-badminton-string\"\u003eVictor Badminton String\u003c\/a\u003e at God of Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eAll \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/badminton-strings\/\"\u003eBadminton Strings\u003c\/a\u003e at God of Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Victor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43608825364570,"sku":null,"price":582.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/3535\/3946\/files\/Victor-VBS-70-Badminton-String_0557411f-4c0f-47e1-82cf-8ca07dc5edde.jpg?v=1783376937","url":"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/products\/victor-vbs-70-badminton-string-2","provider":"God of Sports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}