Saturday, October 6, 2012

How to extend the life and durability of badminton shuttlecocks


How to extend the life and durability of badminton shuttlecocks

In order to extend the life of badminton shuttlecocks on a daily basis, the most important thing is keep them away from extreme heat which can cause the feathers to become brittle. You should always make sure that the shuttlecocks are stored at or below room temperature. A bad habit people don’t seem to realize is leaving the shuttlecocks in the car after opening them, inside the car it can get very dry which causes the shuttles to break much quicker than they should.

Along with the storage of badminton shuttles, there are also a few tips to help them last much longer during games and could save you a lot of money in the long run.

The most common and fastest way which players prepare their shuttlecocks before a tournament is steaming. There are multiple ways to create the steam needed for humidifying the shuttlecock. The easiest method is to boil water and hold the shuttlecock directly above so it can absorb the steam without completely wetting it.

A simple tip is remember moisture is always shuttlecock’s best friend~




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