YONEX - ARC SABER 11 PRO 3U BADMINTON RACKET - GRAYISH PEARL

YONEX - ARC SABER 11 PRO 3U BADMINTON RACKET -GRAYISH PEARL

  MADE IN JAPAN 

TOKYO, Japan – The acclaimed ARCSABER series designed for control is reimagined and returning to courts in February 2022. Inheriting the one-of-a-kind feeling at impact, the new ARCSABER 11 will sport enhanced playability with emphasized shuttle-pocketing for a controlled offense. Taking control of the court can come in all different forms, and for the ARCSABER, it comes from the extra few milliseconds of shuttle contact time allowing assertive, precise shot-making.

With nearly 15 years of history that saw astonishing performances from world-class athletes like Taufik Hidayat (INA), the ARCSABER series holds a unique positioning in the Yonex racquet line-up as a series defined by shuttle-hold. In 2007 when the series was first released, the ARCSABER 7 came at a time when repulsion-based racquets were the standard. Today, after years of research and development, shuttle-hold has become a key ingredient in providing confidence for an athlete and their shuttle control.

The new ARCSABER 11 is enhanced with the development concept of “decisive control”. Analysis of the previous model showed potential for improvement by increasing frame stability while increasing shuttle contact time.

Frame stability is improved with a new frame structure that has a stiff build at the top and bottom of the face, reducing twisting and unwanted distortion at impact. The new CONTROL-ASSIST BUMPER is a connected grommet piece placed at the top of the frame which contains T-ANCHOR, micro-sized tetrapods, that help lock in vertical strings reducing unwanted string movement and improving accuracy.

To extend shuttle contact time, the sides of the frame, unlike the top and bottom, are softer allowing flexibility around the sweet spot. Also a new technology, the POCKETING BOOSTER is lined within the top of the frame. This inner lining is a proprietary rubber-like material that brings additional elasticity to the frame’s flex increasing both shuttle hold and shuttle launch speed.

The advancements in the new model saw 6.6% increase in shuttle contact time, and 3.7% increase in smash power in comparison to the previous ARCSABER 11 (tested by Yonex).

INNOVATION

ENHANCED ARCSABER FRAME

Control with confidence through this unique frame structure with varying levels of flex from top, sides, to bottom, built to increase shuttle hold while reducing instability and twisting at impact.

CONTROL-ASSIST BUMPER + POCKETING BOOSTER

The CONTROL-ASSIST BUMPER is a connected grommet attached at the top of the frame.  This bumper contains T-ANCHOR, micro-sized tetrapods that lock onto the strings. By locking onto the strings, unwanted string movements are reduced to improve accuracy.

The top of the frame is lined with POCKETING BOOSTER*, a proprietary rubber-like material emphasizing elasticity in the frame’s flex.

*PRO & TOUR models only

BOX FRAME 

The extra stiff profile provides a solid stable fee on impact with the shuttle.

ISOMETRIC 

The new ARCSABER 11 has an expanded ISOMETRIC face in comparison to the previous model. The expansion allows for a larger, more forgiving sweet spot.

Enlarged Sweet Spot ISOMETRIC^TM technology continues to help the world’s greatest players achieve global success. Developed over 30 years ago, the ISOMETRIC^TM design increases the sweet spot by 7%*. Compared to a conventional round frame, a square-shaped ISOMETRIC^TM racquet generates a larger sweet spot by optimizing the intersection of the main and cross strings. ISOMETRIC^TM delivers greater control without sacrificing power. ISOMETRIC^TM is a Trademark of Yonex CO., LTD. *Tested by Yonex

SOLID FEEL CORE 

CUTS VIRBRATION

The built-in solid feel core cuts harmful miscellaneous vibration at impact. Solid feel core is carried in all racquets manufactured in Japan.

ULTRA PE FIBER 

The shaft is constructed using ‘Ultra PEF’ – ultra poly ethylene fibre – which is light enough to float on water yet able to withstand immense forces. these characteristics allow for maximum shock absorption.

NEW BUILT-IN T-JOINT

The lightweight T-Joint increases stability of the shuttle on the strings, maximizing power and control.

SLIM SHAFTS 

Super Slim Shaft

Reduced Air Resistance

The slimmest racquet ever produced by YONEX vastly reduces air resistance whilst providing maximum feel.

EB CAP

Energy Boost CAP

Increased Control

The new shape allows the shaft to flex, which ensures the maximum effect of “Namd[1](more flex and faster kick-back graphite material)” and stabilizes the racquet face by preventing the shaft twisting, increasing control

T-ANCHOR 

REDUCED TORQUE

A new composite material T-ANCHOR used in the T-joint helps reduce excess torque when hitting an off centre shot.

SUPER HMG 

Super High modulus graphite

POCKETING BOOSTER

The frame is lined with POCKETING BOOSTER, a proprietary rubber-like material emphasizing elasticity in the frame’s flex.

CONTROL-ASSIST BUMPER

The CONTROL-ASSIST BUMPER attached at the top contains T-ANCHOR, micro-sized tetrapods that help lock in vertical strings for improved accuracy.