Weight
Retailers commonly list it around 84–85 g or 4U. Check the marking on the exact frame before buying.
APACS Dual Power & Speed racket guide
APACS Dual Power & Speed racket guide
A light, even-balanced racket sold in several colours. This guide focuses on the unstrung version and the choices you will need to make before it is ready for court.
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At a glance
Balance
Usually described as even-balanced, aiming for a middle ground between quick handling and useful head mass.
Flex
Often listed as medium, although supplier wording varies. Treat the exact frame and feel in hand as the final check.
Stringing
The version covered here is unstrung, so string and installation need to be added to the purchase cost.
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How to verify this racket
This page is based on document review, not a hands-on product test. Confirm the exact model code, weight class, grip code, string condition, and warranty with the seller. Use the manufacturer’s official site to distinguish the brand from marketplace listings, and consult the BWF racket rules for governing dimensions.
What to check before buying
APACS lists the Dual Power & Speed in blue, grey, white, black and red. Retailers sometimes add Version 2 to the name or show other colour descriptions, so compare the frame graphics and product photos rather than relying on the title alone.
Many retailer listings mention a maximum tension around 38 lb. That is a frame limit, not a recommended starting tension. Choose a setup that suits your experience, string and contact consistency, and ask the stringer to inspect the frame and grommets first.
Who it may suit
The moderate weight and even-balance description make this an interesting option for players who want one racket for drives, defence and overhead work rather than a strongly head-heavy specialist frame.
It may also suit someone who wants control over the initial string choice. If you are buying your first serious racket and do not have a trusted stringer nearby, compare the total setup cost with a ready-strung alternative.
Buying it unstrung
An unstrung racket cannot be played until badminton string is installed. Budget for the string, labour and any travel to a competent stringer. Ask for a forgiving starting tension if you are still building consistent contact.
String choice changes feel and durability. A thinner string can feel sharper, while a thicker string may last longer, but technique, mishits, grommet condition and playing frequency all affect the result.
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