The ashaway viper xt1000 badminton racket is recommended for advanced offensive players who can enjoy its ultra hi modulus graphite with viper weave construction and x treme tension frame that allows much higher string tensions than in any other ashaway racket a 96 grommet hole string pattern offers a dense string bed which provides its user with a strong and stable base for the shuttle and enhances strings durability the racket weighs 89g and provides good power and control during an offens