VS Heavy Firepower 1000

Karry September 21, 2024 0

Can you name any models that fit the description of a pure aggressive racket with a brutal design?

3, 2, 1—let’s hear your answers! I know you might mention some well-known power rackets from the popular red brand, but today, I’m bringing you another heavy hitter!

—Appearance
The racket features a white base with pink hollow stickers—doesn’t that look like a unicorn? Nowadays, racket designs are quite anime-inspired, but I must say it’s rather exquisite. It has a 4U G6 specification, with a slim handle that’s easy to grip for power shots. The unstrung balance point is 297mm, it has a 76-hole box frame, and a 6.8mm thin shaft with moderately soft elasticity.

The stringing warranty is set at 35 lbs. I believe in its quality—after all, with such a solid frame and today’s carbon forming technology, even YY dares to claim a 35 lbs warranty. Weichen also uses high-modulus carbon, so it’s understandable. However, I personally find it unnecessary since I can’t handle that high tension, so I strung it at a mere 30 lbs.

—Feel on Court
The first thing that strikes me about this heavy firepower racket is the extremely rigid and hard frame. When hitting, there’s hardly any deformation or flexibility felt during the rebound, which explains the 35 lbs warranty. Thankfully, the accompanying 6.8mm shaft offers moderate feedback, making it manageable, but the process of hitting requires more effort from the upper arm to generate power, making it somewhat challenging for newcomers.

The upside is that it allows for stable handling of net shots. The moderate rebound of the shaft enables smooth execution of aggressive “swings and smashes.” While the shaft’s recovery and deformation are not conducive to continuous offensive play, it excels at preparing for powerful single strikes.

This racket is designed for advanced pure aggressive players. Given its small frame limitations, defensive capabilities are somewhat lacking, and due to its high swing weight, it doesn’t correlate well with speed. If you’re determined to use the Heavy Firepower in doubles, I recommend opting for the 4U G5 version, and if you must play doubles, it’s best suited for the backcourt in mixed doubles.