{"product_id":"yonex-power-cushion-65z4-anniversary-unisex","title":"[PRE-ORDER] Yonex Power Cushion 65Z4 25th Anniversary Limited Edition Badminton Shoes (Unisex) - Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE NOTE: This item is available for pre-order only. The launch date is 20th November 2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2001, the Yonex Power Cushion 65 has carried players at every level – and it has been on the feet of champions at the Olympic Games, the World Championships and the YONEX All England Open. Yonex calls it the most decorated shoe in badminton history. To mark 25 years of the 65 series, Yonex has created the \u003cstrong\u003e65 Z4 25th Anniversary Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: a limited-edition, unisex version of the 12th-generation 65, finished in metallic gold and covered in the words champions said in the moment they won.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderneath is the full 65 Z4 – soft, barefoot-like fit and flexibility, with the foot and shoe moving as one even when you bend, so your footwork stays quick, precise and stress-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Words of Champions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gold upper is covered in the voices of 16 players who won the Olympic Games, the World Championships or the All England while wearing the 65 – in English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Thai. Among them:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eViktor Axelsen\u003c\/strong\u003e – \"Peace within myself\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChen Yu Fei\u003c\/strong\u003e – \"I can't believe I won\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChen Tang Jie\u003c\/strong\u003e – \"Nation's first world champion!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKento Momota\u003c\/strong\u003e – \"I'm the best\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKunlavut Vitidsarn\u003c\/strong\u003e – \"This is a dream come true\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAkane Yamaguchi\u003c\/strong\u003e – \"I've finally lived up to the expectations\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlus Huang Dong Ping, Tan Ning, Wang Yi Lyu, Seo Seung Jae, Kim Won Ho, Dechapol Puavaranukroh, Toh Ee Wei, Yuki Fukushima, Nami Matsuyama and Arisa Igarashi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAnniversary Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetallic gold upper\u003c\/strong\u003e – brushed-effect gold toe and side panels covered in white typography of the champions' words, including \"Words of Champions\" and \"Nation's First World Champion\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold navy Yonex logo\u003c\/strong\u003e – on both the inside and outside of the shoe, with Yonex branding on the tongue and insole.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnniversary heel counter\u003c\/strong\u003e – gold heel with \"Words of Champions\" script and \"65\" branding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite laces, tongue and collar\u003c\/strong\u003e – a clean contrast against the gold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGum rubber outsole\u003c\/strong\u003e – classic honey-gum court sole with a white midsole and carbon-pattern midfoot shank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Technologies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Cushion+\u003c\/strong\u003e – shock absorption and quick energy transfer. In Yonex testing, a raw egg dropped from 12 metres onto Power Cushion+ rebounds to around 6 metres without breaking. Landing impact is turned into forward momentum for faster footwork and less stress on the joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Inner Bootie (new on the 65 Z4)\u003c\/strong\u003e – the interior lining and tongue are one piece, so there are no bumps from toe to midfoot. The foot and shoe are integrated for a comfortable, locked-in fit, even in strenuous movements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErgonomic Shaped Outsole (enhanced)\u003c\/strong\u003e – the rise of the outsole rubber has been lowered under the forefoot, so the shoe bends with your foot. Better integration means more dash power and quicker footwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Graphite Lite\u003c\/strong\u003e – Power Carbon Lite (Power Carbon combined with rigid EVA) in the shank for stability without extra weight. It prevents foot twisting, improves landing stability and supports accurate footwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeamless upper construction\u003c\/strong\u003e – a snug, secure fit with better energy transfer and less internal foot movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSynchro-Fit insole\u003c\/strong\u003e – improves foot alignment and overall fit, reducing energy loss and improving responsiveness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLateral Shell\u003c\/strong\u003e – minimises power loss and sharpens lateral response for side movements and controlled stops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRound Sole\u003c\/strong\u003e – smooth, natural footwork with balanced weight distribution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 65 Z4 balances comfort, structure and energy return. Power Cushion+ protects the joints through long sessions, while the integrated inner bootie, seamless upper and Power Graphite Lite shank keep the foot locked in and stable when you push off, lunge and change direction. The reshaped outsole flexes with the foot for fast first steps, the gum rubber sole gives dependable grip on indoor courts, and the Round Sole keeps footwork smooth from the back of the court to the net.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClub, competitive and advanced players – the 65 has supported players at every level for 25 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-rounders seeking stability and consistent cushioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers who demand strong lateral support and quick recovery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong training sessions and intense match play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors and Yonex fans wanting the limited 25th anniversary edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSizing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnisex sizing: UK 5 – UK 11.5 in half sizes, plus UK 12.5 and UK 13\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWomen: choose your usual UK shoe size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited quantities per size – this is a special edition run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYonex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Cushion 65 Z4 25th Anniversary Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeneration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12th generation Power Cushion 65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnisex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUK 5 – UK 13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTechnologies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Cushion+, Integrated Inner Bootie, Ergonomic Shaped Outsole, Power Graphite Lite, Seamless Upper, Synchro-Fit Insole, Lateral Shell, Round Sole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutsole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGum rubber, indoor court\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBadminton, indoor court sports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLaunch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNovember 2026 (pre-order)\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 Yonex Products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏸 Trusted Racket Sports Specialist – trusted by competitive and club players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📦 Secure Packaging \u0026amp; Fast Processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🤝 Reliable Customer Support – professional sizing and product guidance\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\u003e25 years of the shoe champions win in – all the stability, cushioning and responsiveness of the 65 Z4, wrapped in their own words. 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