During this difficult financial climate, prices for shuttlecocks have shot up and many people are looking for cheaper alternatives. Not everyone can afford to play week in week out with Aerosensa 50's. But there are a few brands of shuttles available that don't break the bank.
Mybadmintonstore stock Hi-Qua Special Edition shuttles for $11.50 (approx. £7)
I have yet to try these, but if you're on a budget and willing to test a few brands then these look a decent acquisition. Also, mybadmintonstore provide FREE worldwide shipping for every order. Not bad.
http://www.mybadmintonstore.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=693
Central Sports also stock some fair shuttles at a respectable price. Yehlex have launched the new Yehlex Competition shuttle. "From one of the Uks most respected shuttle suppliers comes a new shuttle for 2009/10. Manufactured from First Grade Duck , the Competition Shuttle is the answer to many clubs feather shuttle cost nightmare. Excellent flight characteristics with good speed consistency and combined durability equate to an absolute winner."
http://www.centralsports.co.uk/shop.php?page=detail&product=7000
The Ashaway Red Tournament 10 is available at an incredible £8.50. "One of our best selling club/league feather shuttles - consistent in flight and durability - great value."
While RSL Tourney No.3 comes in at a £10.95 price tag, which seems a good bang-for-your-buck shuttle. "Used by many clubs throughout the UK the No3 is a club secretarys dream, durable, consistent and economical. No wonder its one of the Uks top selling shuttles."
http://www.centralsports.co.uk/shop.php?page=detail&product=5766
For those who want to cut cost for shuttles and are willing to delve into the world of plastics, then the Mavis 2000 looks like a improved form of the ordinary Yones plastic shuttles. "Built using “Wing Rib” structure technology, this new shuttlecock has the flight characteristics and performance of a feathered shuttlecock coupled with durability of a synthetic shuttlecock."
http://www.centralsports.co.uk/shop.php?page=yonexd&product=7015
However do keep in mind that Central Sports do incur a £2.25 charge for the first dozen shuttles and more for every extra dozen ordered. Check the website for more details.
These are only a few budget options available, so I'm sure that you avid badminton players and fans know where to get different brands of shuttles at an even cheaper price. If you would like to share your views and knowledge, please feel free as always to comment below.
Good Luck in your matches! ^_^
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