Badminton racket Kawasaki HIGH TENSION G35 Mocha

🔥 35 pounds of tension — a ceiling most rackets won't take

A standard badminton racket tops out at 30, maybe 32 pounds. The Kawasaki High Tension G35, listed by the manufacturer as the Chocolate Ultra, takes 35 LBS — and that number is where the model name comes from.

High tension isn't a number for its own sake. A tighter string bed deforms less at contact, which makes the shot shorter, flatter and considerably more precise. You give up some of the free power a looser bed provides, and gain control over exactly where the shuttle lands. This is equipment for a player who can generate power themselves and wants precision in return. 🏸

The Mocha colourway — gold, graphite and bright accents across the frame — is among the most distinctive in Kawasaki's catalogue.

🎯 What sets this racket apart

18–35 LBS tension range. 🔧 The durability comes from a 30T + 40T high-modulus carbon construction, which the manufacturer describes as delivering high torsional rigidity. That's what allows the frame to be strung safely above the usual limit.

Slim 6.6 mm shaft. ⚡ The manufacturer places this figure at the middle of the scale: 6.0–6.5 mm shafts rebound very quickly at the cost of stability, 7 mm shafts are stable but demand more force. 6.6 mm is the balance point between the two.

Aerodynamic wind-edge frame. 💨 A grooved profile that cuts through the air reduces drag through the swing. Less drag means a faster swing, and a faster swing means more shuttle speed for the same effort.

Enlarged sweet spot. 🎯 The manufacturer claims a widened optimal hitting zone. In practice that means more tolerance on off-centre contact — which matters particularly at 35 LBS, since high tension shrinks that zone by itself.

Reinforced K-Shaped Cone Cap. 🛡️ A reinforcement at the base of the shaft, improving force transfer from hand to racket head.

Secondary Molding Process. ⚙️ Frame and shaft moulded separately, with carbon layers laid at varying angles. The manufacturer links this to reduced vibration and better elasticity.

85 g weight, 303 mm balance. ⚖️ Heavier and more head-forward than the other models in our range — a construction for players who want a full, heavy strike.

🆚 How does it differ from the High Tension G30?

If you know the previous generation, one difference matters: the G35 takes 5 pounds more tension. That isn't cosmetic — every extra pound demands a stronger frame, and moving from 30 to 35 LBS opens up a range previously reserved for competitive rackets.

If you string at 24–26 LBS and have no plans to go higher, the difference stays theoretical. If you're approaching the ceiling of your current racket, or want headroom for coming seasons, the G35 offers space the G30 no longer has.

👥 Who is this racket for?

👉 Players stringing high 🔧 — 28 LBS and above, without worrying about frame durability

👉 Players who value precision over tolerance 🎯 — a tight bed rewards clean contact

👉 Anyone who likes a full, heavy strike ⚖️ — 85 g and a 303 mm balance add mass to the smash

👉 Developing players thinking several seasons ahead 📈 — tension headroom instead of a new racket next year

👉 Players wanting something that stands out 🎨 — the gold-and-graphite Mocha is unmistakable on court

📋 Key features

• Frame and shaft: 30T + 40T high-modulus carbon
• Weight: 85 ±2 g
• Balance: 303 ±3 mm
• Length: 675 ±1 mm
• Shaft diameter: 6.6 mm
• Shaft stiffness: 8.2 ±0.2 (manufacturer's index)
• Tension range: 18–35 LBS
• Hole count: 76
• Grip: G6
• Colour: Mocha (gold and graphite)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Kawasaki High Tension G35

🔧 What does 35 LBS actually give me?
A tighter bed deforms less at contact, so the shuttle leaves the racket faster and its flight is flatter and more predictable. You gain precision and lose some of the power the strings provide — that has to come from your technique instead. High tension therefore makes sense only with a clean, full swing.

🎯 Do I have to string it at 35 LBS?
Not at all. That's the safe ceiling for the frame, not a recommendation. The range starts at 18 LBS, and most club players are happiest between 22 and 26. Tension is matched to your technique, not to what the racket can survive.

⚠️ What happens if I go above 35 LBS?
You risk cracking the frame and voiding the warranty. The manufacturer's range follows from the construction's strength and shouldn't be treated as approximate. No stringer should take a racket above its stated limit.

⚖️ Is 85 g heavy?
It's toward the upper end of the normal range — most rackets sit at 82–86 g. Combined with a 303 mm balance it delivers a full, heavy feel and helps on smashes from the rear court. If you mainly play doubles and value racket speed, a lighter head-light model will suit you better.

⚡ What does a 6.6 mm shaft mean?
It's the shaft diameter. Thinner shafts (6.0–6.5 mm) return to position faster but can be less stable on heavy contact; thicker ones (7 mm) are stable but need more force to flex. The manufacturer positions 6.6 mm as the balance point between attack and defence.

💨 Does an aerodynamic frame really change anything?
The wind-edge profile reduces air resistance through the swing. The effect is real but subtle — most noticeable in fast, repeated shots: drives, flat exchanges and consecutive smashes. On a single stroke you're unlikely to notice it.

🆚 How does it differ from the High Tension G30?
The key difference is 5 pounds more maximum tension — 35 rather than 30 LBS. That matters if you string high or plan to. At 22–26 LBS, both rackets cover your range.

✋ What does the G6 grip mean?
It's the handle thickness — G6 is slimmer than the common G5, giving better feel and faster grip changes. Prefer something fuller? One extra overgrip adds roughly one grip size.

📊 Specification