The 3rd-generation ASTROX 88S TOUR is designed for the front-court player in doubles: stiff, precise and quick to handle at the net. It suits intermediate to advanced doubles players who take the shuttle early and want sharp control on pushes, net kills and drives.
Key features
- 2G-Namd FLEX FORCE in the shaft – flexes and recovers quickly for crisp, controlled hitting at the net.
- Expanded sweet spot for control – a forgiving hitting zone that keeps placement accurate under pressure.
- AERO+BOX frame and Super Slim shaft – a stable frame that still moves quickly through the air.
- Built-in T-Joint and a shaft 5 mm longer than standard – a stable head with a compact length for fast handling.
Specifications
| Flex |
Stiff |
| Frame |
HM Graphite, CSR, Tungsten |
| Shaft |
HM Graphite, 2G-Namd FLEX FORCE |
| Joint |
Built-in T-Joint |
| Length |
5 mm longer |
| Weight / Grip |
3U (G grip as supplied) or 4U G6 |
| Stringing advice |
4U: 20–28 lbs; 3U: 21–29 lbs |
| Item code |
3AX88S-T |
Stringing
This racket is sold as a frame only (unstrung). You can add professional stringing on this page: choose your string and tension, and we string it at our Point Cook shop. See our racket stringing service.
Questions & answers
Is this racket better for attack, control or all-round play?
Control and speed at the front of the court. It is designed for the doubles player who sets up the attack at the net.
What weight and grip options are there?
We offer a 3U frame and a 4U frame with a G6 grip. 3U means an unstrung frame weight of 85–89 g. 4U means an unstrung frame weight of 80–84 g; G6 is thinner again than G5.
What string tension do you recommend?
YONEX advises 20–28 lbs for 4U and 21–29 lbs for 3U. Please do not exceed the maximum for your weight.
How is it different from the 2nd-generation ASTROX 88S TOUR?
The 3rd generation uses 2G-Namd FLEX FORCE in the shaft and an HM Graphite, CSR and tungsten frame in Silver / Black. The 2nd generation (Emerald Blue) used Namd with VOLUME CUT RESIN.
Does it come strung? Can you string it for me?
It is sold as a frame only. To have it strung, choose "Add professional stringing" on this page and pick your string and tension, and we will string it at our Point Cook shop. Shop stringing starts from $24 with string included (for example YONEX BG65 $27, BG65Ti $29, BG80/Exbolt/Nanogy $30, Aerobite $32, Aerobite Boost $34). Regular in-store stringing is ready for pickup after 4 days; a faster service is available for a fee when we have capacity.
How long does delivery take, and can I pick it up?
Items in our Australian stock ship Australia-wide, usually within 2–6 business days. You can also contact us to arrange pickup from our shop at 15 Wallace Avenue, Point Cook VIC 3030.
