Fonte: [Badminton Warehouse](https://badmintonwarehouse.com) # Vapour Trail 78 Carlton Badminton · Vapour Trail RR Score 58 out of 100, RR Score RR Score Updated on 10/03/2026 Version · 2 options Vapour Trail 78 Change - [Vapour Trail 785UBadminton Warehouse](https://racquetrank.com/us/badminton/carlton/vapour-trail-78/) - [Vapour Trail 824UBadminton Warehouse](https://racquetrank.com/us/badminton/carlton/vapour-trail-82/) The Carlton Vapour Trail 78 is the lightest version of the Vapour Trail line, at 78 g (5U). It has an Optimetric head, a flexible shaft, and high-modulus Japanese graphite construction, with technologies such as the TCS joint against twisting, Bi-Axial Dynamics in the frame, and Vectran in the shaft for more whip. It measures 675 mm, comes with a G4 grip, and the recommended tension ranges from 19 to 30 lbs. Racquet Guys describes it as a defensive, fast, easy-to-turn racket that gives power with little backswing. A good choice for those who play doubles and defend a lot. Price shown at the store This store only shows the price on its own site. [See price at Badminton Warehouse](https://racquetrank.com/go/01M45XH8ADF523BBPXBH2RBAPD) ## Offers 1 offer | Store | Reference price | Updated | Go to store | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Badminton Warehouse | Price shown at the store | – | See price at Badminton Warehouse | We may earn a commission from the stores listed, at no extra cost to you. - The price is from the last check at the store and may have changed. The price at the store at checkout is what counts. - Links are found automatically and may lead to another color, version or size. Check at the store. ## Price history Not enough price history yet. ## Strengths and watch-outs ## Pros - 5U class, very light, tends to make defense and handling easier - Shaft with Vectran for more whip, according to the brand - High-modulus Japanese graphite in the frame and shaft - 19 to 30 lbs range gives room to adjust the string ## Cons - 5U weight and flexible shaft tend to give less stability on heavy smashes - Thicker G4 grip may not suit smaller hands - Not well suited to beginners - Ideal for: Doubles and defensive player who wants lightness and a flexible shaft. - Levels: Intermediate ## Specs | Weight class | 5U78 g | Medium confidence | | --- | --- | --- | | Balance point | No data | Medium confidence | | Length | 675 mm | Medium confidence | | Flexibility | Flexible | Medium confidence | | --- | --- | --- | | Frame material | Japanese high-modulus graphite | Medium confidence | | Shaft material | Japanese high-modulus graphite | Medium confidence | | Maximum tension | 19-30 lbs | Medium confidence | | Grip | G4 | Medium confidence | | Level | Intermediate | Medium confidence | | --- | --- | --- | ## How the RR Score was calculated RR Score 58 out of 100, RR Score | Criterion | Weight | Score | | --- | --- | --- | | Specs | 65% | 50 | | Approval from players | 35% | 65 | **The RR Score is not yet a precise figure.** It summarizes the data we have today (specs and reviews) and changes as more information comes in. A low score does not mean the racquet is bad and does not reflect its technical quality: often it is just missing data or reviews. The specs combine several sources and may have discrepancies: check the manufacturer's website and the store where you buy. ## Videos Carlton Vapour Trail 85, 82 and 78 Details - Badminton Racket Sportsuncle com · in English Videos from independent channels, shown for reference only. We have no affiliation with the video creators. ## Community 0 review(s) and comment(s) No reviews yet. Have you played with the Vapour Trail 78 Carlton? 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