The AxForce Blast is a head-heavy, attacking, unstrung Li-Ning badminton racket built around the Sonic Boom System and a 7.00mm slim, flexible shaft. It is designed for players who want explosive smashes and steep attacking angles without crossing into pro-flagship pricing.
Key Features
- Sonic Boom System: Crisp, audible impact on smashes for sharper feedback.
- Head-Heavy Balance: Adds momentum to the swing for steeper, harder smashes.
- 7.00mm STD-Modulus Slim Flexible Shaft: Lower air drag and higher repulsion on power shots.
- Dynamic Optimum Frame: Larger sweet spot for cleaner contact on off-centre hits.
- Carbon Fibre Construction: Light frame with the durability needed for full attacking swings.
- 32 lbs Max Tension (4U): Headroom for advanced players who string at higher tensions.
Built for Attacking Play
The AxForce Blast sits in Li-Ning’s AxForce series, the brand’s attacking-focused line. The 4U variant balances the head-heavy weight profile with a swing speed quick enough for doubles attack and rear-court rotations.
The flexible shaft adds whip on the swing, making it especially useful for players who don’t yet have the full arm speed of a stiff-shaft attacker but still want to hit through the shuttle.
Specifications
- Series: AxForce
- Player Type: Attacking
- Balance: Head Heavy
- Shaft Flex: Flexible
- Shaft Thickness: 7.00 mm
- Frame Shape: Dynamic Optimum Frame
- Material: Carbon Fibre
- Max Tension: 32 lbs (4U), 31 lbs (5U)
- Player Level: Intermediate to Professional
Who Should Buy the AxForce Blast 4U
- Attacking singles players who rely on smashes and steep clears.
- Doubles players rotating to the back court for finishing shots.
- Intermediate players moving up from a beginner racket who want a flexible head-heavy frame.
- Players upgrading from a Yonex Astrox 7 or Nanoray-class racket into a more attacking profile.
Who It Is Not For
If you play flat, defensive doubles or prefer an even-balance control racket, look at the Halbertec series instead. A head-heavy frame can feel slow during quick net exchanges if you’re not used to the swing weight.
Why Choose the AxForce Blast
Most attacking rackets in this band feature stiff shafts that demand full-swing technique. The AxForce Blast pairs a head-heavy build with a flexible shaft, so the racket does some of the work on the smash itself.
That makes it one of the more accessible head-heavy rackets for intermediate players who want power without buying a flagship like the AxForce Cannon Pro.
4U vs 5U vs 6U: Which Should You Pick
- 4U (80–84g): Most powerful variant, max tension 32 lbs, best for committed attackers.
- 5U (75–79g): Faster swing, max tension 31 lbs, easier for longer matches.
- 6U (70–74g): Lightest, max tension 27 lbs, best for players prioritising speed over power (Sportsuncle Tip: 6U lacks power)
Recommended String Setup
For durability and smash sound: Li-Ning No.1 or Yonex BG65 Ti at 24–26 lbs. For sharper repulsion: Yonex BG66 Ultimax or Exbolt 65 at 26–28 lbs.
