Badminton Blog

Official badminton net height is 1.524m at the centre and 1.55m at the posts. Full UK net and court dimensions, setup tips and kit from Central Sports.

Overgrip or replacement grip? Learn how to regrip a badminton racket, what thickness to use and how often to change it. UK guide from Central Sports.

Feather vs nylon shuttlecocks compared: flight, durability, real cost per hour and speed ratings, plus the best shuttles for UK club play in 2026.

3U or 4U? G4 or G5? Our UK 2026 guide decodes badminton racket weight, grip size, balance and flex - and which frame suits your game.

Confused by shuttle speeds? Our UK guide explains 76, 77 and 78, which suits your hall, and the best feather, hybrid and nylon shuttles to buy.

Racket bags come in 3, 6, 9 and 12 racket sizes — but capacity is only half the story. Here is how to choose the right badminton bag.

BG65 vs BG80 vs Exbolt vs Aerobite — the strings our professional stringers rate in 2026, and which one suits your game.

Playing badminton in running trainers is the most common — and most dangerous — kit mistake in the sport. Here is why court shoes are non-negotiable.

3U, 4U or 5U? Our UK badminton racket weight guide explains balance, swing weight and which spec suits singles, doubles and club players.