The Complete Guide To Yonex Badminton Strings

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Introduction

Having the correct badminton equipment is an essential part of a player’s identity. Each piece of equipment changes an aspect of the game and finding what fits your style is important to optimize your own performance and budget. In this post, we will focus on informing you about the tradeoffs between the different Yonex strings by comparing their statistics and price.

If you’re looking for information about shuttlecocks, I would highly recommend learning about the different properties about what makes a shuttlecock durable and consistent in different conditions. Getting the right shuttlecock for your situation can help make your game play more enjoyable and cost efficient. Take a look at our Complete Guide to Yonex Badminton Shuttlecocks (Feathered) to learn more.

Before diving into the details, you may be wondering why you should even care about strings. The string is a core part of any badminton player’s experience as it’s the part of the racket that actually makes contact with the shuttle. This means that the strings are highly responsible for the maximum potential of how well you can hit the shuttle – including both control and repulsion power. Hitting the shuttle in the same way with different strings at the same string tension can result in vastly different results. Even the smallest nuances in the properties of a particular string can be the difference between the shuttle landing in or out of bounds. Therefore, it is critical to find the correct string that compliments your play style and maximizes your potential.

CategoryRecommended Product(s)
Author’s PickNanogy 98Learn More
Best ControlAerobite, Aerobite Boost, Nanogy 99, BG66 Force, BG66 UltimaxLearn More: Aerobite, Aerobite Boost, Nanogy 99, BG66 Force, BG66 Ultimax
Best Repulsion PowerAerosonicLearn More
Best DurabilityNanogy 95, BG65Learn More: Nanogy 95, BG65
Best Hitting SoundAerosonicLearn More
Best Shock AbsorptionSkyarcLearn More

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String Properties

Yonex rates each of their strings in 5 different properties:

  1. Repulsion Power
  2. Durability
  3. Hitting Sound
  4. Shock Absorption
  5. Control

Repulsion Power indicates the degree in which the string assists in pushing the shuttle outwards upon contact. The higher the repulsion power, the greater the force you will be able to generate with the string when you hit the shuttle. This is due to a trampoline effect that occurs when the shuttle contacts the string bed and is subsequently ricocheted forward.

Repulsion power typically holds an inverse correlation to the durability of the string since strings with high repulsion power tend to be thinner and thus easier to break through.  Players should be wary that repulsion power is also inversely correlated with string tension. This means that lower string tension results in higher repulsion power.

An Inverse Correlation is a relationship between 2 variables which move in opposite directions. For example, since repulsion power and durability are inversely correlated, an increase in repulsion power will result in a decrease in durability.

Durability indicates the resilience of the strings against wear, pressure, and damage. It is natural for strings to wear down after repeated use from the strings sawing against each other due to hitting the shuttle. The time it takes for the string to break depends on the thickness and material of your strings. Typically, the thinner the string is, the quicker it is to break due to repeated use.

Hitting Sound indicates how much noise is made when a shuttle is hit. This helps players gauge if they hit the shuttle properly in the sweet spot or not. If the sound is clear and pristine, it indicates that a clean shot was hit while a muffled sound indicates a mishit. The higher the hitting sound, the easier it is to tell the difference between clean and mishit shots.

Shock Absorption indicates how well the string copes with the force of a shuttle hitting your racket. When the shuttle contacts the string bed of a racket, the string and racket will vibrate to absorb the shock of the shuttle. Any remaining vibrations will be absorbed by the player’s arm and body. This phenomenon causes a delay to the player as he/she will need to recover from the shock. The better a string is at absorbing shock, the fewer the vibrations that will be transferred to the player, and subsequently the faster the player will be able to recover from the shock.

Control indicates the degree to which, upon execution of a hit, a player is able to influence the shuttle’s flight. Control is generally inversely correlated to repulsion power, as a reduction in the trampoline effect will allow players to hit with more accuracy and precision.

String Products

Here we will introduce each of the Yonex badminton string products along with their product specific attributes such as core, outer, coating and gauge. A summary of all the string products can be found below the string profiles.

If you’re looking for some alternative options for badminton strings, I’d recommend taking a look at Victor and Ashaway strings. They have their own proprietary technology that differs from Yonex’s. You can compare for yourself over at The Complete Guide to Victor and Ashaway Badminton Strings.

CategoryRecommended Product(s)
Author’s PickNanogy 98Learn More
Best ControlAerobite, Aerobite Boost, Nanogy 99, BG66 Force, BG66 UltimaxLearn More: Aerobite, Aerobite Boost, Nanogy 99, BG66 Force, BG66 Ultimax
Best Repulsion PowerAerosonicLearn More
Best DurabilityNanogy 95, BG65Learn More: Nanogy 95, BG65
Best Hitting SoundAerosonicLearn More
Best Shock AbsorptionSkyarcLearn More

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Aerobite Boost

The Aerobite Boost is the newest addition to Yonex’s line of hybrid strings, where a thicker 0.72 mm mains is paired with thin 0.61 mm crosses. The Vectran™ Super Fiber core and oval-shaped outer of the mains minimizes the loss of energy upon impact, translating to explosive repulsion of the shuttle. The thin cross strings increase the spin and speed of the shuttle, making the Aerobite Boost a prominent choice for players seeking tighter hairpin drops and steeper cut smashes.

CoreMains: High-Intensity Nylon Multifilament, Super Fiber: Vectran™
OuterMains: High Polymer Braided Nylon Fiber, Oval-Shaped
CoatingMains: Polyurelthane
GaugeMains: 0.72 mm
Crosses: 0.61 mm
AmazonGray/Yellow
Racquet DepotGray/Yellow | Gray/Yellow (reel)
Yumo Pro ShopGray/Yellow

Aerobite

The Aerobite is the first ever string that uses different materials and gauges for its mains (vertical strings) and its crosses (horizontal strings)! The mains are 0.67 mm thick and the crosses are 0.61 mm thick. Designing it this way lets it be optimized for both repulsion power and control, but lacks in durability. Recommended for serious players who want the extra boost in performance.

 

Yonex Aerobite String Radar Chart
CoreMains & Crosses – High-Intensity Nylon Multifilament
OuterMains & Crosses – High Polymer Braided Nylon
CoatingMains – Polyurethane Coating
GaugeMains – 0.67 mm
Crosses – 0.61 mm
AmazonWhite/Red | White/Green | White/Blue
Racquet DepotWhite/Red | White/Red (reel)
Yumo Pro ShopWhite/Red | White/Green | White/Blue

Nanogy 99

Yonex Nanogy 99 String Radar Chart

The Nanogy 99 uses a rough braided fiber that is designed to help maximize the player’s control over the shuttle. This is an excellent choice for players who want to be able to place the shuttle in precise locations without forfeiting much in terms of repulsion power or durability. Great for intermediate to advanced players.

 

CoreHigh-Intensity Nylon Multifilament
OuterHigh Polymer Nylon Rough Braided Fiber
CoatingSpecial Nylon Coating
Gauge0.69 mm
AmazonWhite
Badminton BayWhite
Yumo Pro ShopWhite

Skyarc

Skyarc is Yonex’s latest edition to their strings that boasts high repulsion power. This string is geared towards younger players, older players, and beginner/social players who may not yet have the power or techniques themselves to send the shuttle deep into their opponents’ court. The larger sweet spot provided by the strings makes mishits more forgiving for the target user. The high shock absorption allows players to play for long periods of time without experiencing irritation to their wrists.

The strings do not provide great feedback upon contact with the shuttle, which diminishes the feeling and control on the shuttle, despite Yonex’s rating on the Skyarc at 10. As such, the Skyarc may not be the most suitable for advanced players.

Skyarc
CoreHigh-Intensity Nylon Multifilament,
Hi-sling fiber
OuterHigh Polymer Braided Nylon Fiber
CoatingMains – Polyurethane Coating
Gauge0.69mm
AmazonWhite
Racquet DepotWhite
Yumo Pro ShopWhite

BG85

Like the BG80, BG85 comes with special Vectran fiber and has a a solid balance between repulsion power and control.

 

Yonex BG85 String Radar Chart
CoreHigh Polymer Nylon Multifilament with Vectran
OuterSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon Fiber
Gauge0.67 mm
AmazonWhite

BG68 Titanium

Yonex BG68 Titanium String Radar Chart

This is a thinner version of the BG65 Titanium. The tradeoff it gives over the BG65 Titanium is significantly better repulsion power and a slight overall boost to other properties but comes at the cost of worse durability.

 

CoreHigh Polymer Nylon Multifilament
OuterSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon Fiber
CoatingCompound Titanium Hydride
Gauge0.68 mm
AmazonWhite | Yellow | Blue
Badminton BayWhite
Racquet DepotWhite

BG66 Force

The BG66 Force is an upgrade to the BG66 and excels in all performance related areas which makes it an excellent choice for serious players. However, it lacks in durability.

 

Badminton String BG66 Force

CoreHigh Polymer Nylon Multifilament
OuterSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon Fiber
CoatingSpecial Nylon Coating
Gauge0.65 mm
AmazonWhite | Yellow | Cyan
Racquet DepotWhite | Yellow | White (reel) | Yellow (reel)
Yumo Pro ShopWhite | Cyan

BG80 Power

Badminton String BG80 Power
Badminton String BG80 Power

The BG80 Power is similar to the BG80 but is upgraded to include Yonex’s own material in addition to the Vectran fiber to increase the repulsion power and durability of the string. Because of the upgrade, it is slightly more expensive than the BG80.

 

CoreHigh-Intensity Nylon Multifilament with Vectran
OuterSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon Fiber
Gauge0.68 mm
AmazonWhite
Racquet DepotWhite | Orange | White (reel) | Orange (reel)
Yumo Pro ShopWhite | Orange

BG66 Ultimax

Similar to the BG66 but its core material is upgraded to increase all of its stats with an emphasis on repulsion power, hitting sound, and control.

 

Badminton String BG66_Ultimax

 

CoreHigh-Intensity Nylon Multifilament
OuterSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon Fiber
Gauge0.65 mm
AmazonMetallic White | Light Green | Neon Pink | Yellow | Orange | Pink | Black
Racquet Depot White | Yellow | Red | Orange | Green | Black | White (reel) | Yellow (reel) | Red (reel) | Black (reel)
Yumo Pro Shop White | Yellow | Red | Black

Nanogy 98

Badminton String Nanogy 98 Radar Chart

AUTHOR’S PICK. Great all around string that is great for players who want long lasting durability in addition to excellent repulsion power.

 

CoreHigh-Intensity Nylon Multifilament
OuterSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon Fiber
CoatingCompound CUP-STACK CARBON NANOTUBE
Gauge0.66 mm
AmazonBlue
Racquet DepotGold | Gold (reel)
Yumo Pro ShopCosmic Gold

BG66

This is the base string that the BG66 Force and the BG66 Ultimax upgrades. Its base stats emphasizes repulsion power and a balance of hitting sound, shock absorption, and control.

 

Badminton String BG66
CoreHigh Polymer Nylon Multifilament
OuterSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon Fiber
Gauge0.66 mm
AmazonRoyal Blue | Pearl White | Cosmic Gold
Badminton BayWhite

BG80

Badminton String BG80

The BG80 is a solid all around performer that is sold at a reasonable price. It comes with a special Vectran fiber that covers its core to increase its durability and stiffness.

 

CoreHigh Polymer Nylon Multifilament with Vectran
OuterSpecial Braided Oval Shaped High Polymer Nylon Fiber
CoatingCompound CUP-STACK CARBON NANOTUBE
Gauge0.68 mm
AmazonWhite | Black | Royal Blue | Sky Blue | Violet | Yellow
Badminton BayWhite
Racquet DepotYellow | White | Black | Blue | Navy | Pink | Yellow (reel) | White (reel) | Black (reel) | Blue (reel) | Navy (reel) | Pink (reel)
Yumo Pro ShopYellow | White | Violet | Black | Sky Blue | Pink

Aerosonic

The Aerosonic is a high end string with great repulsion power and control. It is a great pick for serious players due to its high stats, but is more costly because of its material price point and low durability.

 

Badminton String Aerosonic Radar Chart
CoreHigh-Intensity Nylon Multifilament
OuterHigh Polymer Braided Nylon
Gauge0.61 mm
AmazonPurple | Bright Pink
Racquet DepotWhite | White (reel)
Yumo Pro ShopPurple | White

BG66 Brilliant

BG66 Brilliant

Slightly thicker than its brethren BG66 Ultimax and BG66 Force, the BG66 Brilliant incorporates a unique lightweight braiding structure that translates into optimal repulsion power and a solid hitting sound.

CoreHigh Polymer Nylon Multifilament
OuterSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon Fiber
Gauge0.66 mm
SunriseClickYellow | Black | Platinum Gold | Red | Royal Blue
BG66 Brilliant

BG65 Titanium

BG 65 Titanium Badminton String Radar Chart

The BG65 Titanium is a modification of the durable BG65. It adds a titanium hydride coating for more repulsion power and hitting sound. The extra repulsion power makes this string a little less durable than the BG65.

 

CoreHigh Polymer Nylon Multifilament
OuterSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon Fiber
CoatingCompound Titanium Hydride
Gauge0.70 mm
AmazonBlack | White | Pink| Red | Blue
Racquet DepotBlack | White | Pink | Red | Navy | White (reel) | Red (reel) | Pink (reel)
Yumo Pro ShopBlack | White | Pink | Red | Blue

BG70 Pro

A durable string similar to the BG65 but with more repulsion power. The BG65 Titanium would be a better choice than this string in terms of stats.

 

Badminton String BG70 Pro Radar Chart
CoreHigh Polymer Nylon Multifilament
OuterSpecial Braided Oval Shaped High Polymer Nylon Fiber
Gauge0.70 mm
AmazonWhite | Royal Blue | Yellow

Nanogy 95

Badminton String Nanogy 95 Radar Chart

 This is a thicker version of Nanogy 98, giving it more durability but lower stats overall. It is tied with BG65 for the string with the highest durability.

CoreHigh-Intensity Nylon Multifilament
OuterSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon Fiber
CoatingCompound CUP-STACK CARBON NANOTUBE
Gauge0.69 mm
AmazonGold | Yellow
Badminton BayGold
Racquet DepotGold | Gold (reel) | Silver (reel)
Yumo Pro ShopGold | Silver Gray | Graphite | Red

BG65

BEST VALUE. The BG65 is tied with the Nanogy 98 for the best durability. It is great for the casual player as it is cheap and will not break often. The tradeoff is that it is not as competitive in terms of its other stats compared to most other strings.

 

Yonex BG 65 String Radar Chart
CoreHigh Polymer Nylon Multifilament
OuterSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon Fiber
Gauge0.70 mm
AmazonBlack | Lavender| Orange | White | Yellow
Racquet Depot Black | Orange | White | Yellow | Blue | Natural | Black (reel) | White (reel) | Blue (reel)
Yumo Pro Shop White | Black | Yellow | Turquoise | Royal Blue | Orange

Product Summary

String NameRepulsion PowerDurabilityHitting SoundShock AbsorptionControlGaugeCoreOuterCoating
Aerobite1069810Mains: 0.67 mm
Crosses: 0.61 mm
Mains & Crosses: High-Intensity Nylon MultifilamentMains & Crosses: High Polymer Braided NylonMains: Polyurethane Coating
Aerobite Boost877610Mains: 0.72 mm
Crosses: 0.61 mm
Mains: High-Intensity Nylon Multifilament, Super Fiber: Vectran™ Mains: High Polymer Braided Nylon Fiber, Oval-Shaped Mains: Polyurelthane
Nanogy 999788100.69 mmHigh-Intensity Nylon MultifilamentHigh Polymer Nylon Rough Braided FiberSpecial Nylon Coating
Skyarc87611100.69 mmHigh-Intensity Nylon Multifilament,
Hi-sling fiber
High Polymer Braided Nylon FiberMains – Polyurethane Coating
BG85868770.67 mmHigh Polymer Nylon Multifilament with VectranSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon FiberN/A
BG68 Titanium968770.68 mmHigh Polymer Nylon MultifilamentSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon FiberCompound Titanium Hydride
BG66 Force10699100.65 mmHigh Polymer Nylon MultifilamentSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon FiberSpecial Nylon Coating
BG80 Power977660.68 mmHigh-Intensity Nylon Multifilament with VectranSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon FiberN/A
BG66 Ultimax106108100.65 mmHigh-Intensity Nylon MultifilamentSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon FiberN/A
Nanogy 981078880.66 mmHigh-Intensity Nylon MultifilamentSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon FiberCompound Cup-Stack Carbon Nanotube
BG66957770.66 mmHigh Polymer Nylon MultifilamentSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon FiberN/A
BG80867660.68 mmHigh Polymer Nylon Multifilament with VectranSpecial Braided Oval Shaped High Polymer Nylon FiberN/A
Aerosonic11511790.61 mmHigh-Intensity Nylon MultifilamentHigh Polymer Braided NylonN/A
BG66 Brilliant9510870.66 mmHigh Polymer Nylon MultifilamentSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon FiberN/A
BG65 Titanium777660.70 mmHigh Polymer Nylon MultifilamentSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon FiberCompound Titanium Hydride
BG70 Pro776560.70 mmHigh Polymer Nylon MultifilamentSpecial Braided Oval Shaped High Polymer Nylon FiberN/A
Nanogy 95887660.69 mmHigh-Intensity Nylon MultifilamentSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon FiberCompound Cup-Stack Carbon Nanotube
BG65686660.70 mmHigh Polymer Nylon MultifilamentSpecial Braided High Polymer Nylon FiberN/A

Conclusion

Now that you have developed a basic understanding of the various strings that Yonex has to offer, you are ready to choose the string that will best compliment your play style and budget. Keep in mind that although each string’s properties can help you improve your shots, there are external factors that will also influence your shot quality, such as racket type, string tension, and technique. It is important to note that badminton is a sport where your play style will grow, change, and develop. Along your badminton journey, you will need to repeatedly evaluate whether or not your current strings are the best choice for your current game play. If not, no worries! Just refer to the table above whenever you need to identify your next set of strings! Feel free to experiment with different strings to find your best fit.

Author’s note: this post is solely a comparison of the string products from Yonex. Players should be aware that string products from other badminton brands may utilize the same or similar string properties as the ones listed above, but the scale in which each brand uses may not be comparable at a 1:1 scale (e.g. A value of 7 in control for Yonex strings may not equate to a 7 in control for Victor or Ashaway strings).


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