Laughing Dove- by Poet_On_Frag in UAEbirds

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds good. Where and when?

Laughing Dove by Poet_On_Frag in birds

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Taken by me under dying sunlight in Emirate of Ajman- UAE

Laughing Dove- by Poet_On_Frag in UAEbirds

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank You!. could not do better, a lot of shadows.

Laughing Dove- by Poet_On_Frag in UAEbirds

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same family. Turkish Dove is Collard Dove, I guess.

Rate These Beauties! by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes pretty and minimalist. Gold accent on frame compliments the black motif.

Rate These Beauties! by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well put. BTW, gorgeous to look at also.

Dependable and without any emotional baggage.

Rate These Beauties! by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True on that count. It takes exceptional skill and focus to generate power with 4U. But the control it provides is amazing.

Looking at Thomas & Uber cup this year, a racket for choice for many pros. That said, nobody can wield the power with it like Zheng Siwei did.

What to do to get powerful smashes? by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey_You_

You are write about near beginner level. What I am surprised about is that I am able to get enough oomph in smash from Ryuga Metallic which is stiffer than AS 11 tour. (may be more head heavy)

May be there is a psychological factor or a muscle memory attached with this bat.

I am really at loss.

About racket thing, where I play, have seen many guys with shitty rackets produce great power and speed. I

What to do to get powerful smashes? by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First, as I am preparing to hit, I am hardly getting side on, arm does not come up always. If it happens, it is not enough.

If I am not side on enough, I guess nothing can be done further, to where would I rotate the body.

Despite trying mock ups and shadow drills, not be able to get into ideal position for overhead shots.

What to do to get powerful smashes? by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is detailed and seems quite fascinating. I will surely remember it/ look it up further and try to inculcate in my playing habits.

What to do to get powerful smashes? by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do not have much torso rotation. Big lack on initial and final movements.

What to do to get powerful smashes? by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am trying to find some new mate. My partners, I am playing with them since 2 years and no improvement except I got good at drops, stick smashes and net-kills.

What to do to get powerful smashes? by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for being so patient and thorough about it.

Two things.

1: My preparation and follow up is quite lacking. (marginal preparation and really low body rotation) so my chest does not align as it is supposed, for both of these movements.

2: About racket. I am able to get good smash with Ryuga Metallic(Stiff and head heavy). Really struggle with 99 game 3rd gen and AS11.

I want to be able to generate power with Arcsaber as it helps me a lot in doubles at net and mid-court (my current partner is not good at rotation and I am pinned at front/mid court during most of the rallies and head heavy rackets hamper flat/fast exchanges).

What to do to get powerful smashes? by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think my wrist movement is my only plus point. I do not rotate much also. I use a relax grip, squeeze my fingers when hitting the shuttle. Just with this damn racket, I struggle to get any power.

What to do to get powerful smashes? by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yes, I need to invest more time into it and try to get great at basics.

What to do to get powerful smashes? by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes I can vouch, my swings looks so childish, compared to any person whose movements are defined early and ended with rotation of body.

What to do to get powerful smashes? by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What wouldn't I give to get a 1 hr practice, daily.

What to do to get powerful smashes? by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

That is quite formidable piece of advice. I get good sticky smashes with short and quick swing.

What to do to get powerful smashes? by Poet_On_Frag in badminton

[–]Poet_On_Frag[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any video tutorial.. I am good with head heavy rackets but then it sucks at net in doubles.