Did you ever play badminton? If you do, you likely played with a feather badminton shuttlecock. There are a different kind of shuttlecocks called feather ones, which are the one that fly the best in the air, so it makes the game more fun and interesting! In short, we’ll learn about how feather shuttlecocks work and how you can control them when playing, their fascinating history, the difference between feather and synthetic shuttlecocks, as well as how to take really good care of them to ensure a lasting shelf life.
Duck or goose feather shuttlecocks, made from soft and lightweight feathers. In addition, they have cork base — the bottom part. When you strike a shuttlecock with a racket, the cork base compresses a tad. This squishing makes it easier for the shuttlecock to fly up into the air. You can see the feathers on the shuttlecock that also causes it to spin during its flight through the air - very cool!
Feather shuttlecocks are lighter than synthetic shuttlecocks, and soar faster than synthetic shuttlecocks made out of different materials. Manufacturers can alter the kind of feathers used and how they are arranged. That means they can make shuttlecocks that behave differently in flight. As they offer four choices for their shuttlecock, players can choose the type that goes along with their individual playing style, adding even more fun to the game!
You control the shuttlecock in yet another way, by adjusting how forcefully you strike it. If you hit it too hard, it will go soaring into the air, which is not always what you want. Conversely, if you don’t hit it hard enough, it may only drop to the earth without traveling any distance. Finding the right weight for your hit is key — and it requires practice. Over time, you will become better at identifying that sweet spot, and your game will improve.
History of Badminton[edit]Badminton has a long and fascinating history. It is widely regarded that it originated in India more than 2000 years ago. Initially, it was called "Poona. "Then in the 1800s, the game was introduced to England and it became more mainstream. In England it was played (mostly by rich people) in their large gardens. A place where it was played a lot is called Badminton House, so they decided to call the sport "Badminton."
In the 1940s, synthetic shuttlecocks were invented as a more cost-effective alternative for players. They are constructed from nylon and have a plastic base rather than cork. Synthetic shuttlecocks are significantly cheaper than feather shuttlecocks, but they usually fly differently. Synthetic shuttlecocks weigh more and fly slower than feather shuttlecocks, which may influence their play during a game. They are also sturdier and hold up better, though they don’t sail as far or as fast as feather shuttlecocks.
Rotate ’em: Feather shuttlecocks wear out faster than you expect, especially if you’re really whunking them and using the same one over and over. To extend their lifespan, make sure you rotate between multiple shuttlecocks during your games. That way, they’ll wear evenly over the shoe and last longer for more matches.
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