FOOTWEAR BADMINTON

TECHNOLOGY
FOOTWEAR Years of design with constant
development and testing ensure that
YONEX footwear delivers the ultimate
in performance, reliability and comfort.
The smallest details can make
the difference between triumph
and defeat.

That’s why YONEX footwear is

trusted by champions to deliver
match-winning results.

FLEXION UPPER
New asymmetrical upper design for
a better and more comfortable fit.
Eyelets in the upper shoe follow the
curved shape of the instep, hugging
the foot and allowing all of the stress
on landing to be absorbed through
the toes and instep giving you
confidence in your footwork.

DURABLE SKIN
Flexible Durable Skin retains the
shape of the upper shoe to help
prevent any lateral movement
of the foot.

TM

A lightweight shock-absorbing material that 3-LAYER POWER CUSHION

gives comfort without the bulk. If a raw egg is
Higher-density top and bottom layers help the
dropped 7 metres above a POWER CUSHION
3-layer POWER CUSHION absorb 30% more
mat, remarkably the egg does not break, instead
shock than the original POWER CUSHION.
it rebounds back to a height of 4 meters.

Muscle Weight Shock

Repulsion
Firm
POWER CUSHION QUATTRO FIT: SHAPED SHOE TECHNOLOGY
Fatigue Comparison Absorption

Original
The Quattro Fit System from YONEX addresses the four key areas that impact on fit.
10% less* 1/10* 1.3 times* 3 times* POWER CUSHION

Outsole
Designed to reduce the Re-shaped design
Fit point
Minimum muscle
Reduced impact
Converts impact energy 01 excess space at the at the heel and the
Our lightest from the court and
fatigue and improved
ever material. shock load on feet
into additional power
front of the shoe that is mid-foot ensures the
• Provides 5% more repulsion than the
exercise benefit. for faster footwork.
and ankles.
created by the smaller foot is held firmly for
* Compared with Flexible Urethane
original POWER CUSHION toes. Shaped shoe Fit point quick response and
• Converts shock energy into power technology improves grip 03 direct footwork.
and power transfer when
for fast and light footwork
• Absorbs shock & reverses impact energy accelerating or stopping.
• Smooth energy transfer into next movement Fit point
• Lightweight for comfort 02 Fit point 04

• 3 times more shock absorption than Urethane 01 Smaller toes 03 Mid-foot

POWER CUSHION 3-Layer POWER CUSHION 02 Arch 04 Heel
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LIGHTNESS

CUSHIONING

STABILITY

STANDARD

JUNIOR POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION

POWER CUSHION

SHB02LTD POWER CUSHION

SHB87LTD SHB-87EX
Asymmetrical fit secures and supports the foot, giving Elite performance shoe with improved Improved fitting and landing stability
greater stability for faster, more accurate footwork Power Cushion (3-Layer) fitting and landing stability provide sharper movements
Colour: Bright Red Colour: High Orange Colour: Red/ White, Red/Black
Made in China
Power Cushion Made in China Made in China

POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION

SHB-02MX SHB-02LX SHBSC6iEX SHBSC5MX SHBSC5LX

Asymmetrical fit secures and supports the foot, giving Asymmetrical fit secures and supports the foot, giving Ultimate cushioning with Ultimate cushioning with Ultimate cushioning with
greater stability for faster, more accurate footwork, for men greater stability for faster, more accurate footwork, for women a snug fit low-cut, for men low-cut, for women
Colour: Blue Colour: Coral Orange Colour: Lime Yellow Colour: Navy/Orange Colour: Coral Orange
Made in China Made in China Made in China Made in China Made in China

ULTIMATE CUSHIONING
SHBSC6iEX, SHBSC5MX, SHBSC5LX, SHBSC2iEX
Improved cushioning with thick sole design.
Compared with conventional model, the shock
to your knee is reduced by 20%.

POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION

Conventional model SC (Soft Cushion) type

SHBF1NLTD SHBF1NMX SHBF1NLX SHBSC2iEX

Lightness and stability for Lightness and stability for Lightness and stability for Low-cut basic model with
sharper footwork sharper footwork, for men sharper footwork, for women high cushioning
Colour: Shine Yellow Colour: Emerald Colour: Bright Pink Colour: Navy Blue, Black/Red
Made in China Made in China Made in China Made in Vietnam

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SHOE UPPER MIDSOLE OUT- COLOUR TECHNOLOGY COUNTRY OF

SOLE MANUFACTURE

SHB02LTD P.U. Leather, ToughBrid Light, POWER CUSHION, Rubber Bright Red POWER CUSHION (3-Layer), ToughBrid Light, China
Double Russel Mesh, T.P.U., Solid E.V.A., Round Sole, Power Graphite Lite,
Durable Skin 3D Power Graphite Sheet Synchro-Fit Insole, Quattro Fit, Hexagrip Sole,

STABILITY
Lateral Claw, Lateral Shell, Double Russel Mesh
POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION SHB-02MX/ P.U. Leather, ToughBrid Light, POWER CUSHION, Rubber MX - Blue POWER CUSHION (3-Layer), ToughBrid Light, China
SHB-02LX Polyester Mesh, T.P.U., Solid E.V.A., LX - Coral Orange Round Sole, Power Graphite Lite,
Durable Skin 3D Power Graphite Sheet Synchro-Fit Insole, Quattro Fit, Hexagrip Sole,
Lateral Claw, Lateral Shell
SHBF1NLTD P.U. Leather, Hyper msLite, POWER CUSHION, Rubber Shine Yellow POWER CUSHION (3-Layer), Hyper msLite, China
Double Russel Mesh, 3D Power Graphite Sheet, Round Sole, Power Graphite Lite,

SHB-75EX
Tough GuardTM III Solid E.V.A. Synchro-Fit Insole, Quattro Fit, Hexagrip Sole,

LIGHTNESS
Double Russel Mesh, Tough GuardTM III

Comfortable soft fit with lightweight low-cut design SHBF1NMX/ P.U. Leather, Hyper msLite, POWER CUSHION, Rubber MX - Emerald POWER CUSHION (3-Layer), Hyper msLite, China
SHBF1NLX Polyester Mesh, 3D Power Graphite Sheet, LX - Bright Pink Round Sole, Power Graphite Lite,
Colour: Black/Yellow, Red, Yellow/Turquoise
Tough GuardTM III Solid E.V.A. Synchro-Fit Insole, Quattro Fit, Hexagrip Sole,
Made in Vietnam
Tough GuardTM III
SHB87LTD P.U. Leather, ToughBrid Light, POWER CUSHION, Rubber High Orange POWER CUSHION (3-Layer), ToughBrid Light, China
Double Russel Mesh, Solid E.V.A., Power Graphite Sheet Round Sole, Power Graphite Lite, Lateral Shell,
Tough GuardTM III Synchro-Fit Insole, Quattro Fit, Hexagrip Sole,

STANDARD
Tough GuardTM III
SHB-87EX P.U. Leather, ToughBrid Light, POWER CUSHION, Rubber Red/White, POWER CUSHION (3-Layer), ToughBrid Light, China
Polyester Mesh, Solid E.V.A. Red/Black Round Sole, Quattro Fit, Lateral Shell,
Tough GuardTM III POWER CUSHION Insole CF, Hexagrip Sole,
Tough GuardTM III
SHBSC6iEX P.U. Leather, ToughBrid Light, POWER CUSHION, Rubber Lime Yellow POWER CUSHION (3-Layer), ToughBrid Light, China
Polyester Mesh, T.P.U., Solid E.V.A., Round Sole, Power Graphite Lite,
Tough GuardTM III Power Graphite Sheet Synchro-Fit Insole, Quattro Fit, Hexagrip Sole,

CUSHIONING
Lateral Shell, Tough GuardTM III
SHBSC5MX/ P.U. Leather, ToughBrid, POWER CUSHION, T.P.U. Rubber MX - Navy/Orange POWER CUSHION, ToughBrid, Round Sole, China
POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION SHBSC5LX Polyester Mesh LX - Coral Orange POWER CUSHION Insole CF, Ergoshape,
Hexagrip Sole
SHBSC2iEX P.U. Leather, E.V.A., POWER CUSHION, Rubber Navy Blue, POWER CUSHION, Round Sole, Ergoshape, Vietnam
Polyester Mesh Solid E.V.A. Black/Red Hexagrip Sole
SHB-75EX P.U. Leather, E.V.A., POWER CUSHION Rubber Black/Yellow, Red, POWER CUSHION, Round Sole, Ergoshape, Vietnam
Polyester Mesh Yellow/Turquoise Hexagrip Sole

SHB-87R SHB-45EX SHB-87R P.U. Leather, E.V.A. Rubber High Orange POWER CUSHION, Ergoshape, Hexagrip Sole Vietnam

STANDARD
Polyester Mesh
Gentle on feet and joints Basic model with comfortable soft fit SHB-45EX P.U. Leather, E.V.A., POWER CUSHION Rubber Red, Blue POWER CUSHION, Ergoshape, Hexagrip Sole Indonesia
with good grip Colour: Red, Blue Polyester Mesh
Colour: High Orange Made in Indonesia
SHB-33EX P.U. Leather, E.V.A. Rubber Black/Yellow POWER CUSHION, Ergoshape, Hexagrip Sole Indonesia
Made in Vietnam
Polyester Mesh
SHB01JREX P.U. Leather, E.V.A. Rubber Bright Red POWER CUSHION, Ergoshape, Hexagrip Sole China

JUNIOR
Polyester Mesh

UPPER MIDSOLE INSOLE

Tough GuardTMIII: Extremely durable wear-
resistant synthetic leather.
Durable Skin: A polyurethane material offering
improved high shape retention, wear-resistance
and heat-resistance.
Double Russel Mesh: Highly breathable open mesh.
POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION
Lateral Claw: Reduces power loss when pushing
hard against the court and improves stability by
strengthening the sides of the shoe.
Lateral Shell: Installed on the outer area of the
upper, it prevents sliding at the edge of the sole.
SHB-33EX SHB01JREX It reduces power loss, increases footwork response
and creates smooth, fluid and offensive movement.
Gentle on feet and joints with Gentle on feet and joints for Ergoshape: Removes pressure and provides a
good grip younger players comfortable fit around the toes. Centre of gravity
Colour: Black/Yellow Colour: Bright Red
is shifted to the large toe – where most power is
Made in Indonesia Made in China
concentrated – for a painless fit that offers more
speed in your step.
ToughBrid Light: The new ToughBrid Light
offers an 11% drop in weight from the
previous ToughBrid, while maintaining
its cushioning, shape retention and
high elasticity.
Hyper msLite: Features a 10% reduction
in weight over the past Super Feather Lite
midsole material, while preserving a
consistent shape over a long period of time.
Power Graphite Lite: A carbon plate placed
under the metatarsus for reduced weight
as well as stability on landing.
Solid E.V.A.: Featuring lightness and extra
strength, this supporting material offers
stability in the midsection of the shoe where
the foot easily twists while in movement.
E.V.A.: Midsole cushioning.
Synchro-Fit Insole: Offering extra support around
the front of the heel and reducing the gap between
the foot and shoe, the Synchro-Fit Insole ensures
maximum grip and improves comfort and performance.
POWER CUSHION Insole CF: Stretching from the
metatarsus to the heel, it leaves no gaps and
fits the shape of your foot perfectly.
SOLE
Hexagrip: For agile and stable footwork, the
Hexagrip pattern provides 3% more grip and
is 20% lighter than standard sole material.
Round Sole: The YONEX Round Sole is designed
to provide all-around support for quick and
smooth footwork. The Round Sole ensures smooth
movements and the transfer of maximum energy.
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SAFERUN running shoes use

RUNNING FOOTWEAR
industry-leading construction
and cushioning technology from RISK OF KNEE INJURY INCREASES WITH AGE
YONEX to improve efficiency,
Knee function is affected by physical changes. Weight gain increases the load on legs by 2.8 times.
increase comfort and reduce the
People in their 40’s and 60’s have 40-50% less knee joint cartilage If a 20-year-old, 64kg male gains 10kg by his 40’s, the load on
risk of knee injury. than people in their 20’s.*1 his legs will increase by approximately 3 times to 28kgf.*2

Normal knee Knee osteoarthritis Knee osteoarthritis

(early - middle stage) (terminal stage) 64kg in 20’s 74kg in 40’s
1

Approx. Approx.
2
179 *2
207
kgf *2
kgf
3
TM
4
A raw egg will rebound 4 meters without
breaking when dropped from 7 meters 1 Femur 3 Fibular Worn cartilage reduces Knee pain caused
onto a POWER CUSHION mat. 2 Cartilage 4 Tibia space between joint by bone friction

*1: According to a study by Shinichiro Ishii, Associate Professor at Kanagawa University of Human Services, et al. *2: kgf is the metric unit of gravitational force exerted by one kilogram of mass.

SAFERUN TECHNOLOGY
Optimum foot landing angle for maximum stability

Comparison of balance point

Zero ankle flexion Plantar flexion Dorsiflexion
COMPETITORS’ SAFERUN
PRODUCTS

TOE-LIGHT Midpoint (0mm)

DESIGN

approx. 10mm 15mm+

Steps with zero ankle flexion prevent fatigue Aimed at users with a less muscular build, the
and missteps due to unsteady landings. balance point is located 15mm closer to the heel
The Toe-Light Design aids natural landings from the shoe’s centre for a lighter toe section
with no ankle flexion. and ideal landing angle. Tested with size 26.0cm shoes.

Two technologies that convert the impact on landing into momentum

5 min/km 6 min/km 7 min/km 8 min/km 9 min/km

SMOOTH
NAVI
SAFERUN 301 & 300

Absorbs shock and

SAFERUN 800 reverses impact.

Directs the landing

from the outside of
SAFERUN 900 the sole to the inside.

RUNNING WALKING
SAFERUN 800 features the POWER The integrated diagonal suspension is designed
CUSHION at the heel. The rounded shape to give the ideal landing by directing heel contact
SAFERUN 301 & 300: SAFERUN 800: SAFERUN 900: offers smoother movement and reduced from the outside of the sole to the inside,
Knee protection and lightness on feet. Extra strong protection for your Knee protection and all-round easy impact on landing. straightening the lower leg.
For runners who want to run without knees. For runners who are use. For runners who want extra
being weighed down. concerned about their knees. comfort while running.
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SAFERUN 900 Technology: POWER CUSHION, Toe-Light Design, Boa® Closure System,
Full Cushion Sole, Arch FORMER, Hyper msLite, POWER CUSHION Insole SAFERUN 301 Technology: POWER CUSHION, Toe-Light Design,
Hyper msLite, POWER CUSHION Insole, Arch FORMER

SHR900M MEN SHR301M MEN

COLOUR: Black/Yellow COLOUR: Acid Yellow, Black/Acid Yellow
WEIGHT: 325g/11.5oz (per shoe at size 26.0cm) WEIGHT: 220g/7.8oz (per shoe at size 26.0cm)
UPPER: P.U. Leather, Double Russel Mesh UPPER: Double Russel Mesh, P.U. Leather
MIDSOLE: Hyper msLight, MIDSOLE: Hyper msLite, POWER CUSHION
POWER CUSHION, OUTSOLE: Antiwear E.V.A., Rubber
Solid E.V.A. INSOLE: POWER CUSHION
OUTSOLE: Foamed Rubber, Rubber Made in China
INSOLE: POWER CUSHION
Made in China POWER CUSHION

POWER CUSHION

SHR301L WOMEN
COLOUR: Berry Pink, Black/Pink
Boa® Closure System WEIGHT: 185g/6.5oz (per shoe at size 23.5cm)
Easily put on and take off your shoes with the Boa® Closure System. In place UPPER: Double Russel Mesh, P.U. Leather
of shoelaces, SAFERUN 900 running shoes feature wire laces that can be MIDSOLE: Hyper msLite, POWER CUSHION
adjusted with a dial. Without the hassle of tying and untying shoelaces, the OUTSOLE: Antiwear E.V.A., Rubber
shoes can be fitted precisely to your feet. When loosening the shoes, pull up INSOLE: POWER CUSHION
Made in China
the dial, pull on the Easy Tab, and the shoe opens up in an instant.

POWER CUSHION

SAFERUN 800 Technology: POWER CUSHION, Toe-Light Design, Smooth Navi,

Arch SUSPENSION, ToughBrid Light, POWER CUSHION Insole SAFERUN 300 Technology: POWER CUSHION, Toe-Light Design,
Hyper msLite, POWER CUSHION Insole, Arch FORMER

SHR800M MEN SHR300M MEN

COLOUR: Flash Blue, Flash Yellow, COLOUR: Scarlet, Black/Yellow
Navy/Red WEIGHT: 230g/8.1oz (per shoe at size 26.0cm)
WEIGHT: 310g/10.9oz (per shoe at size 26.0cm) UPPER: Double Russel Mesh, P.U. Leather
UPPER: Double Russel Mesh, P.U. Leather MIDSOLE: Hyper msLite, POWER CUSHION
MIDSOLE: ToughBrid Light, OUTSOLE: Antiwear E.V.A., Rubber
POWER CUSHION, INSOLE: POWER CUSHION
Power Graphite Sheet Made in China
OUTSOLE: Foamed Rubber, Rubber
INSOLE: POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION
Made in China

POWER CUSHION

SHR800L WOMEN SHR300L WOMEN

COLOUR: Dark Gun, Smoke Pink, COLOUR: Coral Pink, Black/Pink
White/Grape WEIGHT: 195g/6.9oz (per shoe at size 23.5cm)
WEIGHT: 270g/95oz (per shoe at size 23.5cm) UPPER: Double Russel Mesh, P.U. Leather
UPPER: Double Russel Mesh, P.U. Leather MIDSOLE: Hyper msLite, POWER CUSHION
MIDSOLE: ToughBrid Light, OUTSOLE: Antiwear E.V.A., Rubber
POWER CUSHION, INSOLE: POWER CUSHION
Power Graphite Sheet Made in China
OUTSOLE: Foamed Rubber, Rubber
INSOLE: POWER CUSHION POWER CUSHION
Made in China

POWER CUSHION

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