Innovative and anti-torsion: Kumpoo Mountains and Rivers Racket Gift Set Review

"Professional players' equipment has always been a focus of attention for amateur badminton enthusiasts. The topic of which player uses which outstanding racket has always been a popular subject of discussion among fans. Today, the protagonist we're going to talk about is the Shanhai racket, which comes from the land of Ji Province - the Hebei Provincial Team's exclusive racket. We believe that Shanhai's recent appearance on the China Badminton unboxing program has impressed many badminton fans. Now that it has made its way to the China Badminton online testing room, let's take a look at its performance in various aspects."

This text introduces a discussion about a badminton racket called "Shanhai," which is used by the Hebei Provincial Team in China. It mentions that this racket has recently gained attention after being featured in an unboxing video, and now it's being tested and reviewed more thoroughly.

"The racket in the author's hands has the following specifications:

  • Weight class: 3U
  • Grip size: G5
  • Marked string tension: ≤32lbs
  • Shaft flexibility: Medium, slightly stiff
  • 76 string holes, overall frame area is relatively small
  • Total racket length: 675mm
  • Unstrung weight: 87.1g (98.3g with strings and grip)
  • Balance point: 308mm unstrung (309mm strung)
  • Strung with Kumpoo-k70 at 28lbs

The racket uses a carbon fiber cone cap, not just for the end cap. Xunfeng (the manufacturer) has always been known for its generous use of carbon fiber. This time, to provide some restraint on shaft vibration during impact, they've even used carbon fiber material for the cone cap. Regardless of the cost of carbon fiber, the new mold required for this is a significant expense. It can truly be said to be 'armed to the teeth'!"

This description provides detailed technical specifications of the Shanhai badminton racket, including its weight, balance, string setup, and special features like the carbon fiber cone cap. It also mentions the manufacturer's (Xunfeng) reputation for extensive use of carbon fiber in their designs.

"The racket aims to provide a comfortable attacking experience with a high price-performance ratio. At its price point, it's an offensively-balanced racket that offers unique features and superior performance compared to its competitors, while being more affordable. Though it comes in a gift box, even using it in actual play might make one feel a bit sorry for it.

The overall playing feel is resilient, flexible, and comfortable, while still offering decent power for smashes. Although its control attributes are quite noticeable, the precision of shots is slightly lacking. It's more suitable for players who prefer a controlled style with less power, and for singles or mixed doubles offensive play.

For stringing, it's recommended to use a thinner string with higher tension for better attacking performance. Of course, you can also use a softer, more elastic string for a powerful combination, but be careful to control the power of your shots to avoid hitting out of bounds."

This review highlights the racket's strengths in attacking play and value for money. It describes the racket's feel, power, and control characteristics, and provides recommendations for string setup. The review suggests that while the racket is good for attacking play, it requires some finesse in shot control.