{"id":8198,"date":"2026-09-05T17:30:42","date_gmt":"2026-09-05T17:30:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/matchpoint.ie\/?post_type=product&p=8198"},"modified":"2026-09-18T15:11:18","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T15:11:18","slug":"yonex-astrox-100zz","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/matchpoint.ie\/yonex-astrox-100zz\/","title":{"rendered":"Yonex ASTROX 100ZZ"},"content":{"rendered":"

Built for a precise, firm response<\/h3>\n

The Yonex ASTROX 100ZZ is a badminton racket for players who prefer a sharper, more demanding feel from the frame. Its extra stiff<\/strong> flex is the key detail here: in practical terms, it tends to suit players with a faster swing and cleaner timing, because the racket is less forgiving than a softer model but can feel more exact when you strike the shuttle well.<\/p>\n

The construction also points to a premium performance design. The frame combines HM Graphite<\/strong>, Namd<\/strong>, Tungsten<\/strong>, Black Micro Core<\/strong> and Nanometric<\/strong>, while the shaft uses HM Graphite \/ Namd<\/strong>. Yonex uses these materials and technologies to build the racket, and the result is a specification aimed at players who want a responsive, solid-feeling racket rather than something soft or easygoing.<\/p>\n

What the weight and grip mean<\/h3>\n

The 4U \/ G5<\/strong> specification is useful for comparison. 4U<\/strong> indicates a lighter racket class than heavier alternatives, which generally makes it easier to move quickly through the air. That can help with preparation and recovery between shots. G5<\/strong> is the grip size, so players who prefer a slimmer handle will find that detail relevant when comparing rackets.<\/p>\n

The Kurenai<\/strong> colour gives the ASTROX 100ZZ a striking, premium appearance, but the main appeal is still the playing feel: firm, accurate and built for players who know what they like in a badminton racket.<\/p>\n

Who it suits<\/h3>\n

This model is best suited to intermediate and advanced badminton players who want an extra stiff badminton racket<\/strong> and are comfortable with a more exacting response. If you already have good technique and want a racket that rewards clean contact, the ASTROX 100ZZ is a strong candidate. If you are newer to the game or prefer more easy power from the frame, a softer option may feel more forgiving.<\/p>\n

Specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Brand<\/th>\nYonex<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Model<\/th>\nASTROX 100ZZ<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sport<\/th>\nBadminton<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Flex<\/th>\nExtra Stiff<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Frame<\/th>\nHM Graphite \/ Namd \/ Tungsten \/ Black Micro Core \/ Nanometric<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Shaft<\/th>\nHM Graphite \/ Namd<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Weight \/ Grip<\/th>\n4U \/ G5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Colour<\/th>\nKurenai<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The Yonex ASTROX 100ZZ is a badminton racket built for players who want a very solid, precise feel from the frame. With an extra stiff<\/strong> flex, HM Graphite<\/strong>, Namd<\/strong>, Tungsten<\/strong>, Black Micro Core<\/strong> and Nanometric<\/strong> in the frame, plus an HM Graphite \/ Namd<\/strong> shaft, it is designed for players who like a more direct response through the shuttle. The 4U \/ G5<\/strong> specification keeps the racket relatively manageable in hand, while the Kurenai<\/strong> finish gives it a distinctive look.<\/p>\n

It suits badminton players who already know they prefer a firmer, more exacting racket and want something that feels controlled rather than soft or forgiving. If you value crisp feedback and a compact, premium build, the ASTROX 100ZZ is well worth a closer look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Brand<\/th>\nYonex<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Model<\/th>\nASTROX 100ZZ<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sport<\/th>\nBadminton<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Flex<\/th>\nExtra Stiff<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Frame<\/th>\nHM Graphite \/ Namd \/ Tungsten \/ Black Micro Core \/ Nanometric<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Shaft<\/th>\nHM Graphite \/ Namd<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Weight \/ Grip<\/th>\n4U \/ G5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Colour<\/th>\nKurenai<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":8231,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_joinchat":[]},"product_brand":[214],"product_cat":[226],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-8198","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-yonex","product_cat-badminton","first","instock","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-variable"],"permalink_manager":null,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/matchpoint.ie\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/8198","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/matchpoint.ie\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/matchpoint.ie\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/matchpoint.ie\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8198"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/matchpoint.ie\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/8198\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9398,"href":"https:\/\/matchpoint.ie\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/8198\/revisions\/9398"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/matchpoint.ie\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8231"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/matchpoint.ie\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8198"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/matchpoint.ie\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=8198"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/matchpoint.ie\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=8198"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/matchpoint.ie\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=8198"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}