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Yonex Astrox 100 Tour

Aggressive attacking play with steep smashes

Yonex Astrox Verified spec
Best for Intermediate-Advanced Power / Attack

BadmintonLabs TakeExtra-stiff, very head-heavy power frame — puts mass behind the smash. Offered in 3U and 4U, strung up to 29 lb.

Community verdict ★ 4.4 (130) Astrox 100 Tour — the AX100ZZ's more attainable sibling, a well-loved power frame.
What makes it special
  • NANOMESH NEO — Nano-mesh resin in mid-tier graphite for added durability.
  • Extra Slim Shaft — Extra-thin shaft for a faster, sharper swing.
  • REXIS Shaft — Resin-reinforced shaft on mid-tier models, stiffer than plain HM.
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Specifications

Variant
Tour
Item code
AX100T
Flex
Extra Stiff
Balance
Head Heavy
Weight
3U (88g) / 4U (83g)
Durability
Durable
Grip sizes
G3, G4, G5, G6
Price band
$$$$$ over $200
String tension
20-28 lbs / 21-29 lbs
Color
Dark Red / Black
Skill level
Intermediate-Advanced
Play style
Power / Attack
BALANCE Head Heavy FLEX Extra Stiff WEIGHT 3U (88g) BALANCE HEAD-LIGHT HEAD-HEAVY FLEX / FEEL FLEX STIFF
Frame profile · Yonex Astrox 100 Tour
illustration reflects balance & flex; not a product photo
Flex5.0Balance4.0Weight3.5Feel5.0Head-heavy5.0
Trait radar · Yonex Astrox 100 Tour
each axis 1–5 from Yonex brand specs
FLEXBALANCEWEIGHTFEELHEAD-HEAVY
Trait bars · Yonex Astrox 100 Tour

Materials

NANOMESH NEO REXIS Shaft Solid Feel Core Namd Tungsten
  • NANOMESH NEO. Nano-mesh resin in mid-tier graphite for added durability.
  • REXIS Shaft. Resin-reinforced shaft on mid-tier models, stiffer than plain HM.
  • Solid Feel Core. Core material in T-joint that dampens unwanted vibrations.
  • Namd. Graphite that disperses carbon nanotubes evenly, more flex AND faster snapback. Pro-tier Astrox.
  • Tungsten. Tungsten weighting in the frame for swing-weight tuning.

Technologies

ISOMETRIC Rotational Generator System AERO+BOX Frame Extra Slim Shaft Energy Boost Cap Plus
  • ISOMETRIC. Square head shape, larger sweet spot than oval frames.
  • Rotational Generator System. Counter-balance through grip + frame top + T-joint for smoother smash transitions.
  • AERO+BOX Frame. Hybrid aero/box frame for power-and-control balance. Most Astrox / Nanoflare 800.
  • Extra Slim Shaft. Extra-thin shaft for a faster, sharper swing.
  • Energy Boost Cap Plus. Refined Energy Boost Cap with more shaft snapback.

What do these mean? See the Yonex technology reference →

Worth knowing

  • Demanding Stiffness. Extra-stiff shaft needs strong technique and a fast swing; not recommended for sub-advanced players.

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