| 1 | Park & Sun BM-PS/ALUM Badminton Pro Set |
  Thanks, Janie | |
| 2 | Halex Select Badminton Set with Deluxe Carry Bag |
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| 3 | Salaun Badminton Advanced Family Game Kit |
 This is the set for you if want some rough housing! | |
| 4 | YONEX Combo Badminton Recreational Package-2 Racket Set |
 some bad things about it is: -rackets are pretty heavy for badminton rackets, arm gets tired and sore after playing not too long. -the case was not what I expected | |
| 5 | Carlton Complete Championship Badminton Set |
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| 6 | Carlton Sports Championship Badminton Set |
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| 7 | Sportcraft Four Player Badminton Racket Set |
 Thats the only flaw I found, cheaply wrapped handles. No big deal since its easy to re-wrap them. The set has held up for 3 months now with 2 young children beating it senseless, that's why I went cheap. :) The rackets are surviving fine, minus the need to re-tape them when the original tape starts to unravel. So anything that lives 3 months with my 2 roughnecks is good by me! If you looking for cheap but still durable as I was looking for, this set will be ok. Just remember to get some tape. This is a cheap set. Not a pro set. Its not balanced or perfectly straight. Its just a fun way to get some exercise for the family without going bankrupt. ;) | |
| 8 | Halex Platinum Badminton Set |
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| 9 | Wilson Badminton Tour Kit |
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| 10 | Franklin Sports Recreational Badminton and Volleyball Set |
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Top 10 Badminton Sets
November 13th, 2009 by George Genardo No comments »Badminton Sets: What They Should Include
July 25th, 2009 by George Genardo No comments »If you are looking for a fun family sport that you and your friends and kids can play in the backyard with relatively little set-up and equipment, badminton is a really good choice.
Generally consisting of a simple net, several racquets (often four), and a few shuttles, a badminton set is a great way to get a whole game without having to buy separate, individual pieces of equipment.
The net that is used for badminton, at least in regulation play (which is close to the size that you will find in a backyard set), measures 20 feet long. That is because in official doubles play, the badminton court is twenty feet wide (measured by 44 feet long) For singles play, with just one person playing on each side of the net, the size of the court is reduced to 17 feet wide, but still the same 44 feet long.
However, when you are just buying a badminton set to play in your own backyard, it doesn’t matter too much exactly the size of the court. As long as you have enough grass to fit your net, get a good swing in, and have fun, that should be sufficient. The net should come with the necessary strings and poles to set it up in your yard.
A commercial badminton set will also contain four racquets. A badminton racquet is different from a tennis racquet. In addition to being very light, it has a smaller face (the strung area). This is because the weight of the shuttle is much lighter than that of a large tennis ball, so the racquet does not need to withstand the same amount of force and velocity of its larger cousin.
And finally, you will receive several badminton shuttles. These are generally made of a cork or rubber base with a synthetic plastic webbing (which, in olden times, was made of feathers, to add resistance in the air).
A good badminton set will also include any number of other helpful accessories. A carrying bag is a great thing to look for. Regulation sets include a string to mark the court’s boundary. You may also want to look for a set that provides a bag/case for the net, as well as a container to protect and store the shuttles while you’re not playing.
The History Of Badminton, And What To Look For In A Badminton Set
June 12th, 2009 by George Genardo No comments »Badminton is a very fun, very family friendly game that is popular both in casual backyard play as well as in competitive leagues in several areas of the world. A badminton set is a very easy way to bring this fun game into your own backyard, or along with you to a park, beach, or wherever you may go.
Badminton has been around for literally hundreds of (okay, probably more than a thousand) years. It is believed to have originated in ancient Greece; in fact, the ancient Greeks get credit for some of the most popular and enduring competitive sports. They even were the originators of the Olympics.
A variation of what we know as badminton was very popular in 16th century Japan, and the sport also has roots in old England as well as India. IN fact, the Indian version of badminton is what may most heavily influence the sport and style of the badminton sets that we use today.
When you are looking to buy a set for your own home, there are a few choices you’ll have to make. First of all, when buying a badminton set, you’re making the decision to buy the equipment all in one purchase, rather than selecting and assembling individual racquets, shuttles, net, etc.
For most people, the set is a very good idea. In fact, many sets even include a specially designed case or bag in which you can easily store your equipment when it’s not set up. This is a great way of both keeping your equipment clean, as well as transporting it easily to wherever you want to bring it.
Most badminton sets today will include at least the following:
- A standard size (17-20 foot) net, with any equipment needed for set-up
- 2 or 4 racquets
- 2-3 shuttles / ‘birdies’
If you opt to spend a little more (or perhaps spend less to get lower quality but more pieces), you can also get a badminton set that includes:
- A bag/case specifically for the net
- A carrying/storage bag or case for the whole set
- Lines/ropes to mark out regulation playing distance
- A special case for protecting shuttles
- Individual racquet covers (especially with high end racquets)
Purchasing A Badminton Set: Features And Main Brands
May 2nd, 2009 by George Genardo No comments »Badminton is a fun, relaxed, and widely appealing backyard game. It is loved by people both you and old in many countries around the globe. Dating back to ancient Greece, with variations developing in India, Japan, and England, this is understandably a popular game still today.
If you want to buy a badminton set for you, your friends, and your family to enjoy in your own backyard or at parks and beaches, it’s good to know that you have a lot of selection to choose from.
Numerous brands offer badminton sets for sale today. They range in price, quality, and even the sorts of equipment that they include. No matter what set you good for, each should include, at the very minimum:
- A net (with appropriate poles/ropes for assembly)
- Two badminton racquets
- Two shuttles/birdies
However, if you’re willing to spend a little bit more, you can make sure the game is easy for everyone to play by purchasing a set that includes four racquets rather than just two. You may also want to get one with 3 or more birdies (or buy an extra set of birdies, just so you have some on hand if you lose one in a bush, to a dog, etc.)
Premium features would include things like:
- A carrying case for the whole set
- A case/bag for the net (to keep it from tangling or snagging)
- A case for the shuttles
- Covers for the racquets
- Rope to mark the edge of the court
There are a huge number of different manufacturers that make badminton sets for purchase. From high name brands to dollar store brands, the general rule of thumb in most things is that “you get what you pay for.” Spend what you’re comfortable based on how serious you are about the game and how much you plan on using it (and how long you want it to hold up).
It may help to know that the following brands have very good reputation for building solid (and often very affordable) badminton sets:
- Carlton
- Halex
- Park & Sun
- Franklin
- Spalding
So find a set that works for you, and go have fun!
Badminton Set: What Should I Look For?
April 5th, 2009 by George Genardo No comments »If you’re considering buying a badminton set, you’re already off to a good start in bringing a fun game into your home for yourself and you family, friends, and kids’ friends to play.
Badminton is easy to set up, easy to bring along to a park, beach, or friends’ house, and takes up a relatively small amount of space when in storage on a shelf.
Plus, it’s easy to play, appeals to people of all ages, and is pretty affordable to buy. Most badminton sets will cost between $25 and $50 dollars, although you can find higher end sets with more pieces and higher quality regulation materials, (and also lower quality, less expensive sets which are not intended to last as long).
If you’re looking for the right badminton set for your family, it’s pretty simple. Just ask yourself the following questions:
- How many racquets do I want? (2 or 4? How many people do you anticipate wanting to play? For most people, 4 is the right choice here.)
- How many shuttles do I need? (Most sets will come with 2-3, but a more complete badminton set will include more extra shuttles. This is especially a good idea if you have kids.)
- Do I want to play for fun, or competitively? (If you’re competitive, you may want a set that includes rope to mark the boundary of the court. This makes it easier to determine whether the shuttle lands out of bounds, which is important if you’re competitive.)
- Do I want to bring my set to other people’s houses? (If so, look for one that includes an easy storage and carrying case or bag. This also helps protect your equipment when you have it inside on a shelf.)
- How long do I want my badminton set to last? (This is where quality and price come in. Buying a ‘cheap’ set at the dollar store will not last nearly as long as a good quality set from Spalding, Halex, Franklin, Dunlop, Carlton, or any of the other well-renown badminton manufacturers on the market.)
Once you’ve answered these questions, you’ll know exactly what to look for in choosing the set that’s right for your needs.
Thinking Of Buying A Badminton Set? Know What To Look For
March 15th, 2009 by George Genardo No comments »Playing badminton in the backyard is a long-popular holiday, summertime, and just plain weekend tradition for many kids and families all over the world. With roots in ancient Greece, Japan, India, and England, the game of badminton is one that clearly appeals to all sorts of people. Young and old, women and men, this is a sport that is fun for everyone to play.
Getting a badminton set is an easy way to bring this fun game home. Of course, you could go out and buy each part of the equipment separately, selecting pieces one by one. But with so many good badminton sets out there to choose from, it is more than likely that you will be able to find a set that includes everything you’re looking for all together.
In addition to being more affordable than buying pieces individually, sets often come with a single carrying case, as well. This means that it will be easier to store and transport.
So what do you want to look for in a badminton set? Well, first of all, how many racquets do you want? Some will include only two, while many others will include four. In most cases, getting four badminton racquets from the start is a good idea. This is a family game that is very easy (and often more fun) to play in teams of two. If you anticipate more than two people wanting to play, why not just get four racquets right off the bat?
Shuttles. Most badminton shuttles are molded plastic with a weighted end made of cork and/or rubber. These give great bounce and buoyancy against the racquet. If you are looking at competitive play, you may want to go for higher-end shuttles, but for most people, just a standard shuttle will do. A set will generally include 2-3, but the more you get, the more prepared you are in case you lose or rip one, which is likely to happen at some point.
In terms of the net, a badminton set will almost always include everything you need to set up and secure your net. However, you can also find sets with a special case or bag to keep the net safe while it’s in storage. If you want it to last more than one season, this is a good idea, as well.
