Description
Yonex ™ Duora 8XP Customized
The new “DUORA 8XP”supports the higher string tensions (up to 35lb) that hard hitters and players seeking maximum power demand. The maximum repulsion achieved from the higher tensions produces powerful drives especially in offensive plays from the mid-court. In order to reduce the stress on the frame from the higher than average string tensions, the“DUORA 8XP”features multi-direction carbon fibers that increase the stiffness of the frame dispersing any stress.
Item Code: DUO8XP
Flex: Stiff
Frame: H.M. GRAPHITE + NANOMETRIC DR + Vibslayer Carbon
Shaft: H.M. Graphite + NANOMETRIC
Weight / Grip Size:
– 3U (Ave.88g) G4,5
Stringing Advice:
– 3U 20-35 lbs
Colour: Night Black
Yonex Dual Optimum System
Yonex Nanometric

NANOMETRIC* improves the bonding strength between the carbon fibres enabling us to take racquet shaft construction to another level. By reducing the amount of carbon in the shaft to make it 60%* thinner than a conventional racquet whilst retaining stiffness, YONEX has created a revolutionary lightweight racquet with lightening head speed and control.
*NANOMETRIC is the new material which applies the NANOALLOYTM Technology of Toray Industries, Inc.
Yonex Nanometric DR
NANOMETRIC DR is a new carbon material developed by Yonex based on our unique NANOSCIENCE technology. Created from a material originally developed for next generation space aviation by Toray Industries, Inc., this marks the first time it has been used within the racquet industry. By combining firm shuttle hold and high repulsion, NANOMETRIC DR puts the DUORA into a class of its own.
Isometric Head Shape

Yonex’ square-shaped ISOMETRIC frame shape is designed to keep vertical strings at a similar length. This shape produces a larger sweet spot in all directions.
New Grommet Pattern

Yonex’ new single-pass grommet hole construction provides more grommet holes and fewer shared holes than other brands. This permits for a more high-performance stringing pattern.
Solid Feel Core

The built-in solid feel core in Yonex premium racquets reduces harmful miscellaneous vibration at impact. This technology, called “solid feel core” is a feature of all Yonex racquets manufactured in Japan.
Aero+Box Frame

Yonex frames are contoured differently on different parts of the loop. Some areas feature an aerodynamic shape to reduce air resistance. Other areas feature a box shape to provide strength and power. This combination offers a quick swing with a solid feel.
Built in T-Joint
Moulded deep into the layers of graphite where the frame connects with the shaft, the YONEX Built-in T-Joint creates a durable and high-strength one-piece frame that is torque-free.
Yonex Control Support Cap

The control support cap provides an 88% wider flat surface compared with an ordinary racquet for easier gripping, fast follow-through and the sharpest maneuverability.
Online Offer
Customers who purchase select premium customized badminton racquets online are offered
- free string option
- free installation option
- free stenciling option
- free shipping option
- free racquet engraving
- free racquet cover engraving
- Theft Protection Program
Customers who want this special offer must order online. This offer is not available in-store.
Racquet Demo Program
LARGE SELECTION OF DEMO RACQUETS
Racquet Network’s pro shop offers Calgary’s largest selection of badminton, tennis, squash, pickleball and racquetball racquets for customers to try. Book an EXPRESS SERVICE APPOINTMENT to visit the pro shop in person and find out more.
Help Choosing Badminton Racquets
Need help choosing a badminton racquet? Come into our store and talk to our friendly and knowledgeable staff. If you can’t do that, try our RACQUET SELECTOR.
We are Racquet Stringing Experts
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Our Master Stringers are trained by the US Racquet Stringer’s Association. |
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Racquet Network is a member of the prestigious Yonex Stringing Team. |
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In 2017, members of the Racquet Network custom stringing team were invited to string at the Canadian Open Badminton Championships in Calgary. |
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In 2018, we strung racquets for professionals at the National Bank Challenger Event in Calgary. |
Yonex Stringing Team

Racquet Network is a member of the prestigious Yonex Stringing Team. We are invited to string at elite tennis and badminton events. While we cannot attend every event we are invited to, we do our best to help out when such events are in Alberta.
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