Apacs
Apacs Fly Weight 73 Badminton Racket - Black/Orange
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Racket Specifications
Balance & Flex Profile
Introduction
The Apacs Fly Weight 73 badminton racket is an ultra-lightweight attacking tool designed for advanced players and aggressive doubles play. It ships unstrung by default (string upgrades available) and is engineered to deliver extraordinary head speed and blistering on-court tempo.
Key Features
- Ultra-lightweight at 73 g — one of the world’s lightest rackets, enabling rapid swing speed and swift reactions at the net.
- World’s Slimmest Shaft: 6.0 mm — nano carbon technology yields a remarkably thin, aerodynamic shaft for quicker acceleration and sharper responses.
- Isometric Head Shape — expanded sweet spot for consistent accuracy across the string bed, especially useful on quick drives and sharp smashes.
- Medium Stiff Flex (8.0) — stable power transmission with precise touch for control in fast exchanges.
- Frame & Shaft Materials — 30T High Modulus Graphite frame paired with 40T High Modulus Graphite shaft for strength, responsiveness, and durability.
- Shaft Construction: Super Slim — optimized for aerodynamics without sacrificing rigidity, enhancing head speed.
- Head-Heavy Balance (295 mm) — boosts attacking power for decisive smashes and aggressive clears in doubles.
- 76 Grommets; String Tension up to 30 lb — robust string bed with stable tension for consistent performance.
- Finish & Feel — bold Black/Orange aesthetic with a premium feel for confident play in any doubles lineup.
Performance Overview / Product Highlights
Built for players who demand explosive head speed and maximum court pressure, the Fly Weight 73 excels in fast-paced doubles exchanges. Its ultra-thin 6.0 mm shaft reduces air resistance, while the isometric head expands the effective hitting area, making quick net plays and flat exchanges more controllable. The head-heavy balance delivers powerful smashes and deep clears, yet the 73 g frame remains nimble enough to respond to rapid rallies and precision placements.
Benefits
By combining extraordinary head speed with a stable, powerful feel, this racket helps you convert pace into precision. It reduces timing gaps on fast exchanges, boosts your ability to finish points at the net, and maintains control on off-center hits thanks to the larger sweet spot. Ideal for advanced, attacking players who want dominant doubles performance without sacrificing maneuverability.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | 30T High Modulus Graphite |
| Shaft Material | 40T High Modulus Graphite |
| Head Shape | Isometric |
| Flex | Medium Stiff (8.0) |
| Average Weight | 73 g |
| Weight Class | 6U (70–74.9 g) |
| Length | 672 mm |
| Balance | 295 mm (Head Heavy) |
| Max Tension | 30 lbs |
| Grommets | 76 |
| Grip Size | G2 |
| Color | Black/Orange |
| Shaft Construction | 40T Japan HM Graphite + Graphite T-Throat |
| Shaft Type | Super Slim |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| Player Type | Advanced / Attacking / Power Players |
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Final Verdict
For advanced players who crave speed, aggression, and precision in doubles, the Apacs Fly Weight 73 delivers elite head speed, a responsive frame, and explosive attacking power. Its ultra-slim shaft, isometric head, and head-heavy balance create a formidable toolkit for dominating fast exchanges and finishing points with confidence.
| MATERIAL SPEC | 30T High Modulus Graphite |
|---|---|
| SHAFT MATERIALS | 40T high Modulus Graphite |
| HEAD SHAPE | Isometric |
| FLEX | Medium Stiff |
| AVERAGE WEIGHT | 73 grams |
| LENGTH | 672 mm |
| PLAYER TYPE | ADVANCE AGGRESSIVE |
| CS MAX STRINGING TENSION | 30 lbs |
| COLOUR | Black/Orange |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | 30T High Modulus Graphite |
| Shaft Material | 40T High Modulus Graphite |
| Head Shape | Isometric |
| Flex | Medium Stiff (8.0) |
| Average Weight | 73 g |
| Weight Class | 6U (70–74.9 g) |
| Length | 672 mm |
| Balance | 295 mm (Head Heavy) |
| Max Tension | 30 lbs |
| Grommets | 76 |
| Grip Size | G2 |
| Color | Black/Orange |
| Shaft Construction | 40T Japan HM Graphite + Graphite T-Throat |
| Shaft Type | Super Slim |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| Player Type | Advanced / Attacking / Power Players |
| Brand | Apacs |
|---|---|
| Colour | Black/Orange |
| Level | Advanced |
| Shaft stiffness | Medium |
| Shaft thickness | Super Slim |
| Max string tension | 30lbs |
| Frame only | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
Balance: 295 mm (Head Heavy).
Recommended tension: 30 lbs.
A discounted professional restring is available – choose your string and tension when you add this racket to your basket.
Yes – a free personalised autograph is available on this racket. Autographed rackets take 2–4 working days to process before dispatch.
Customised rackets cannot be returned – this includes rackets that have been restrung, re-gripped or autographed. Unstrung, unused rackets in their original packaging can be returned within 14 days of purchase. See our returns policy.
Standard delivery is free on mainland UK orders over £65 (2–5 working days), and next-day delivery is free on mainland UK orders over £150. Highlands, Scottish islands, Channel Islands and Northern Ireland carry a surcharge. See our delivery policy for cut-off times and options.
