{"product_id":"ashaway-luna-strike-badminton-racket","title":"Ashaway Luna Strike Badminton Racket - 5U","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAshaway Luna Strike\u003c\/strong\u003e is an ultra-lightweight badminton racket built for players who win points with speed rather than brute force. At just \u003cstrong\u003e79g (5U)\u003c\/strong\u003e with an even balance point of around \u003cstrong\u003e295mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, it sits light in the hand and comes round quickly — a natural fit for doubles players, defensive specialists and anyone who lives in fast mid-court exchanges. A Japanese 40 Tonne Hi-Modulus carbon graphite frame keeps it stable on contact, and it arrives factory strung with Ashaway Zymax 68 TX, ready to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-lightweight 5U frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e 79g total weight for rapid racket handling and quick repeat shots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEven balance (approx. 295mm):\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral weight distribution that favours manoeuvrability and control without losing shuttle acceleration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese 40T Hi-Modulus carbon graphite:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-grade graphite for stiffness, stability and a clean feel through the hitting zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium-flex shaft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loads and releases energy easily, helping club players generate power from a shorter swing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory strung with Ashaway Zymax 68 TX:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ashaway's own multifilament string in white — straight from the bag to the court.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite and sky-blue cosmetic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean white frame with sky-blue head and pink accents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Luna Strike is a defence and speed racket first. The low 5U mass and even balance mean the head never lags behind the hand, so blocks, drives and counter-attacks off a heavy smash come back flat and fast. In doubles it rewards players holding the front and mid-court, where reaction time matters more than raw power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the shaft is medium rather than stiff, clears and lifts to the back tramlines stay comfortable, so the racket does not punish players still building racket-head speed. Dedicated singles attackers may prefer a head-heavier frame for smash weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaster hands at the net:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lightweight build makes flat exchanges and net kills easier to win.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLess fatigue over long matches:\u003c\/strong\u003e 79g reduces arm and shoulder load across a league night or tournament day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForgiving for improving players:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium flex helps produce length without perfect technique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to play:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-strung, with a discounted professional restring available if you want your own string and tension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAshaway\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLuna Strike\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSport\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBadminton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e79g (5U)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEven — approx. 295mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaft Flex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapanese 40 Tonne Hi-Modulus Carbon Graphite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFactory String\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAshaway Zymax 68 TX (White)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26–28 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite \/ Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlaying Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoubles, defence, fast flat exchanges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlayer Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprover to Intermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Central Sports?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ 100% Genuine \u0026amp; Authorised Products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏸 Trusted Racket Sports Specialist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📦 Secure Packaging \u0026amp; Fast Processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🤝 Reliable Customer Support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🆕 Access to Latest Releases \u0026amp; Collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFinal Verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your game is built on quick hands, tight defence and controlled flat play, the Ashaway Luna Strike is an easy recommendation. It is one of the lightest rackets in its class, strung and ready out of the box, and gives club players genuine Japanese graphite without flagship pricing. Power-first singles players should look head-heavy; for doubles and defensive specialists, the Luna Strike is a fast, comfortable racket.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ashaway","offers":[{"title":"White\/Blue \/ 5U","offer_id":56295576043905,"sku":"998376.0310.6197","price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/7761\/7916\/files\/Untitleddesign-2026-09-30T115506.654.png?v=1790740537","url":"https:\/\/centralsports.co.uk\/products\/ashaway-luna-strike-badminton-racket","provider":"Central Sports UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}