{"product_id":"yonex-badminton-racquet-astrox-99-tour-3rd-gen-black-green-unstrung","title":"Yonex Badminton Racquet Astrox 99 Tour 3rd Gen (Black\/Green) Unstrung","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Astrox 99 Tour (3rd Gen) is built to the same offensive blueprint as the 99 Pro, at a more accessible price. A stiff shaft and head-heavy balance make it a rear-court attacking racket for advanced singles players who finish rallies with steep, punishing smashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" class=\"data table additional-attributes\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"col label\"\u003eFlex\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-th=\"Flex\" class=\"col data\"\u003eStiff\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"col label\"\u003eBalance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-th=\"Balance\" class=\"col data\"\u003eHead Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"col label\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-th=\"Frame\" class=\"col data\"\u003eHM Graphite + CSR + Tungsten + 2G-Namd FLEX FORCE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"col label\"\u003eShaft\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-th=\"Shaft\" class=\"col data\"\u003eHM Graphite, 2G-Namd™ FLEX FORCE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"col label\"\u003eJoint\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-th=\"Joint\" class=\"col data\"\u003eBuilt-in T-Joint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"col label\"\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-th=\"Length\" class=\"col data\"\u003e10 mm longer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"col label\"\u003eWeight \/ Grip\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-th=\"Weight \/ Grip\" class=\"col data\"\u003e4U (Avg. 83g) G5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"col label\"\u003eStringing Advice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-th=\"Stringing Advice\" class=\"col data\"\u003e4U: 20 - 28 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"col label\"\u003eRecommended String\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-th=\"Recommended String\" class=\"col data\"\u003eControl Players: AEROBITE\u003cbr\u003eHard Hitters: EXBOLT 68\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"col label\"\u003eColor(s)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-th=\"Color(s)\" class=\"col data\"\u003eBlack \/ Green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"col label\"\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-th=\"Skill Level\" class=\"col data\"\u003eAdvanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis racket ships unstrung — no string or stringing labour is included.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose your own string and tension, or add our stringing service at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Players Choose the Astrox 99 Tour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRotational Generator System\u003c\/strong\u003e distributes weight through the grip end, frame top and joint, so you recover into the next attacking shot faster. The \u003cstrong\u003ePower-Assist Bumper\u003c\/strong\u003e adds mass at the frame top to transfer more energy into the shuttle while cutting air resistance, and a \u003cstrong\u003elightweight end cap\u003c\/strong\u003e pushes the balance further toward the head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2G-Namd™ FLEX FORCE\u003c\/strong\u003e runs through both frame and shaft — a graphite that flexes and snaps back rapidly, storing and returning more energy on contact. The \u003cstrong\u003eISOMETRIC\u003c\/strong\u003e frame shape enlarges the sweet spot, and the built-in T-Joint keeps the head stable through off-centre hits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced singles players who attack from the rear court\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers who already handle a stiff shaft and want more smash weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants Astrox 99 Pro performance without the Pro price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot the best pick for doubles defence or for players still developing their swing speed — look at the Astrox 99 Game or the Nanoflare series instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ Section\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: How is the Tour different from the 99 Pro (3rd Gen)?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Pro uses CFR in the frame and an Ultra PE Fiber shaft for an even more head-heavy, more demanding feel. The Tour keeps the same attacking character with slightly more forgiveness and a lower price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: How is the Tour different from the 99 Game (3rd Gen)?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Game is the softer, more forgiving model in the line. The Tour is stiffer and aimed at advanced players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Does it come strung?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. This listing is for the unstrung racket. Add stringing at checkout if you would like us to string it before it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: What string should I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yonex recommends AEROBITE for control players and EXBOLT 68 for hard hitters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: What tension is safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yonex advises 20-28 lbs for the 4U frame. Going above the recommended range shortens frame life and is not covered by warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ6: Does it include a cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it ships with a Yonex racket cover.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yonex","offers":[{"title":"4U (80 - 84.9g) \/ 20-28lbs \/ G5","offer_id":48220396617954,"sku":"BADM-YONE-RACK-AST3-99TO","price":194.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7924\/0418\/files\/F409B72F-D304-4BA1-9427-1A96810456F6.jpg?v=1786733314","url":"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/products\/yonex-badminton-racquet-astrox-99-tour-3rd-gen-black-green-unstrung","provider":"TopCricketStore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}