{"product_id":"li-ning-halbertec-8000-badminton-racket-3u-4u","title":"Li Ning Halbertec 8000 Badminton Racket - 3U (85 - 89G) \/ 4U (80 - 84G)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Halbertec 8000 belongs to Li-Ning's control-focused Halbertec series. Its even balance lets you move quickly between defence, drives and attack, and the firm shaft gives a direct response for placing the shuttle accurately. It suits intermediate to advanced players, especially in doubles or all-round singles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEven balance (302 mm balance point): neutral feel that makes it quick to switch between defence, drives and attack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eT1100 carbon fibre: high-strength carbon that keeps the frame firm and responsive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShock-absorbing construction: takes the sting out of impact for a cleaner feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic Optimum Frame: Li-Ning's head shape for more consistent contact across the string bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlex\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard flexible (Li-Ning rating)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBalance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEven balance (balance point 302 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon fibre with T1100, Dynamic Optimum Frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShaft\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.8 mm (4U)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight \/ Grip\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3U (85–89 g) or 4U (80–84 g); G5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStringing advice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 31 lbs (3U) \/ 30 lbs (4U)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMade in\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStringing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can add professional stringing on this page: choose your string and tension, and we string it at our Point Cook shop. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/racket-stringing-point-cook\"\u003eracket stringing service\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuestions \u0026amp; answers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this racket better for attack, control or all-round play?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll-round play with an emphasis on control. The even balance keeps it quick in fast exchanges, while the firm shaft gives accurate placement. Li-Ning lists it for professional-level players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I choose 3U or 4U?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3U (85–89 g) feels more solid and stable on blocks and drives. 4U (80–84 g) is lighter and quicker to manoeuvre. Both have a G5 grip and the same even balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat string tension do you recommend?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLi-Ning rates the 3U up to 31 lbs and the 4U up to 30 lbs. Stay at or below the limit for your version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come strung? Can you string it for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the racket page you can choose \"Keep original condition\", or \"Add professional stringing\" and pick your string and tension; we then string it at our Point Cook shop. Shop stringing starts from $24 with string included (for example YONEX BG65 $27, BG80 $30).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does delivery take, and can I pick it up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItems 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Li Ning","offers":[{"title":"3U (85-89G)","offer_id":43064953766025,"sku":"LN-BR-3U-89G-4U-84G-8000-3U-8589G-85-89G","price":232.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4U (80-84G)","offer_id":43064953798793,"sku":"LN-BR-3U-89G-4U-84G-8000-4U-8084G-80-84G","price":232.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0365\/7390\/5033\/files\/638514770202100000_3.png?v=1729660001","url":"https:\/\/www.spsport.com.au\/en-us\/products\/li-ning-halbertec-8000-badminton-racket-3u-4u","provider":"SP x SPORT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}