The equipment, gear, accessories, and other products associated with badminton are the central theme of this part of our guide.
Badminton is a sport played with racquets that are used to hit a shuttlecock across a net. Although it can be played with larger teams, the most common forms of the game are singles, with one player per side, and doubles, with two players per side. Professional games are played on a rectangular indoor court, but the game is often played more casually at the beach or in a yard.
While this category features the products associated with the sport, additional information can be found in the corresponding category within our Sports & Recreation section.
Essential for badminton play are the racquet and the shuttlecock.
Racquets come in various shapes, sizes, and materials, catering to different playing styles and skill levels. Racquets used for indoor competitive play are usually made from lightweight materials like carbon fiber or graphite, which provide a good balance of strength and flexibility. Those used for outdoor recreational play may be slightly heavier and made from aluminum or steel for greater durability under differing playing conditions.
Also known as birdies, shuttlecocks are available in feathered and synthetic. Feathered shuttlecocks are used in professional and competitive indoor matches because they offer better flight characteristics and precision. These shuttlecocks are made from goose or duck feathers and have a cork base. Synthetic shuttlecocks, made from nylon or plastic, are more affordable and durable, so they are ideal for casual outdoor play.
Nets are also necessary for a badminton game, whether played competitively or casually, indoors or outdoors. Indoor badminton nets are typically regulation size, measuring 5 feet in height and 5 feet 1 inch at the center. The net is attached to sturdy, adjustable poles that ensure proper tension and height. For outdoor play, portable and adjustable net systems allow players to set up games in their backyard or at the beach.
A well-marked court is essential for indoor play. The standard badminton court measures 20 feet wide and 44 feet long for doubles play, and 17 feet wide for singles play. Court lines are marked with clear, contrasting colors for visibility. Outdoor games don't require a formal court, but boundary markers or portable court sets can help define the playing area.
Indoor players should wear non-marking court shoes that provide grip, support, and cushioning, as well as lightweight, breathable clothing made from moisture-wicking materials.
Badminton accessories may include grip enhancers, such as overgrips or replacement grips, for better racquet control and comfort. Wristbands and headbands can help manage sweat. Additionally, carrying cases or bags designed for badminton equipment help organize and protect gear during transport.
Manufacturers and retailers who provide for the badminton market are appropriate topics for this category.
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Located in Sunnyvale, California, Badminton Alley was founded in 1997 and became one of the first badminton Internet and retail stores specializing only in badminton in the United States. Its customers span every profession, ranging from recreational players to hobbyists to professional and elite players. Online shoppers can browse its rackets, shuttles, shoes, and accessories categories. New products and special deals are highlighted in separate categories. Contacts are posted.
https://www.badmintonalley.com/
Badminton Avenue is the online pro shop of Bay Badminton Center in Milpitas, California. One of the largest authorized distributors for Adidas, Li-Ning, Protech, Victor, and Yonex badminton equipment in the United States, the retailer isn't just a shop that sells rackets alongside other sporting goods; it has its own courts, nine in South San Francisco and thirteen in Milpitas. Shoppers may browse its product categories. Free shipping is available on orders over $150.
https://www.badmintonavenue.com/
Located in Schaumburg, Illinois, the Badminton Warehouse caters to beginners, intermediate, and advanced-level badminton players. It also stocks badminton shoes, bags, and accessories. Badminton rackets from APACS, Carlton, Karakal, ProKennex, Qiangli, Victor, and Yonex are in stock, and its selection of shuttlecocks is based on reviews by experts and advice from players at badminton clubs all over the United States. Pickleball equipment and gear is also available.
https://www.badmintonwarehouse.com/
Based in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, DDDG's retail store caters to a wide range of sports, with a special focus on badminton. The store carries a curated selection of products from recognized brands like Maxx and Yonex so that beginners and seasoned athletes get quality gear. Its location and contacts are posted on the site, along with a gallery of photographs and a categorized product catalog offering racquets, shuttlecocks, strings, grips, grip powders, headbands, and apparel.
https://www.dddgsport.com/
Li-Ning Badminton Superstore offers the most extensive selection in Canada and the United States of exceptional badminton rackets, badminton shoes, and badminton clothes, as well as badminton shuttles, grips, bags, strings, nets, stringing machines, courts, court mats, net posts, and accessories for recreational and competitive play. The brand is gaining popularity with players of all skill levels and abilities. Free shipping is available on orders over $150. A racket guide is available.
https://shopbadmintononline.com/
