2010 dunlop squash catalog

2010SQUASH

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SQUASH_2010//INTRODUCTION/TOUR TEAM/TECHNOLOGY/RACQUETS/BALLS/LUGGAGE/STRING/ACCESSORIES

DUNLOP first entered the sports business in 1910

when the company started production of golf balls.

Since then it has expanded and diversified into all

fields of sports, including Squash, with great success.

As the World’s No.1 squash brand, champions such

as Jonah Barrington, Jonathon Power and Amr

Shabana have used Dunlop products to reach the

pinnacle of their squash careers.

Dunlop is a truly international sporting brand with a

great heritage of innovation and achievement. Each

premium Dunlop racquet is carefully hand crafted to

precise specifications by skilled craftsmen utilizing over

80 years of experience. Dunlop have been pioneers in

racquet technology through the ages culminating in

2007 with the introduction of a revolutionary technology,

Aerogel, to premium racquet construction. Aerogel is a

record breaking technology which is one of the lightest

and strongest materials in existence.

The 2010 range sees the continuation of 4D Braiding

technology, which perfectly complements Dunlop

Aerogel and ensures that Dunlop remains at the

forefront of racquet development. Striking cosmetics

help to highlight technologies and create an impactful

range of racquets giving players the confidence to

perform under pressure and respond to the demands

of the modern game.

Gregory Gaultier, playing with the Aerogel 4D Elite

WORLD’S #1 RACQUETWORLD’S #1 SQUASH BALLWORLD’S #1 SQUASH BRAND

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NICK MATTHEW

HIGHEST WORLD RANKING - 2

RACQUET - AEROGEL 4D EVOLUTION 120

GREGORY GAULTIER


RACQUET - AEROGEL 4D ELITE

AMR SHABANA


RACQUET - AEROGEL 4D ULTIMATE


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4D stands for four directional braiding and has been introduced to enhance racquet stability and control. 4D Braided material is constructed using four braided fibers of superlight composite fibers wrapped in an alloy sheath.

The fibers are aligned at 0, 90, 22 and -22 degree orientations which enables stresses to be supported in multiple directions where standard carbon sheets are only orientated in a single direction. This means that one layer of 4D Braided material has the equivalent properties to four layers of standard carbon positioned at different orientations making it four times more effective without increasing the overall weight of the racquet.

4D Braided material has been incorporated into the racquet lay-up at the following key locations:

• At 5 and 7 o’clock, the multi-directional properties of the 4D Braided cloth help stabilize torsional twist making the racquet more stable enhancing control.

• At 3 and 9 o’clock, 4D Braided cloth provides torsional stability and, as a result of only one layer being used instead of several, this material also provides superb racquet response at ball contact.

4D Braided technology complements the raw power of Aerogel to create the perfect blend of control and power.

4D Braided Technology

With

Without

Impact position

Impact position

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Dunlop Aerogel racquets incorporate the world’s lightest solid, which has a strength of up to 4,000 times its own weight.

The three-dimentional nanometer-sized molecular network delivers an unmatched strength to weight ratio for enhanced stiffness and increased power.

Dunlop Aerogel and 4D Braided technology create the perfect blend of power and stability.

M-Fil (Multi Filament) is a combination of three materials that are incorporated into the hitting zone of the racquet head to enhance the touch and feel of the racquet where and when you need it most - at the moment of ball contact.

The 3D Braided structure at these key points enhances torsional stability at ball contact while frame deformation is similarly reduced. This helps to enhance dwell time on ball impact for improved touch and feel.

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CONSTRUCTION

FRAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

STRING

RA RATING

Aerogel / 4D

120g

Head Light

20-30lbs / 9-14kgs

14x18

490 cm sq.

Precision

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CODE - T771922

The lightest frame within the range and handcrafted with a teardrop head design for enhanced power. Maintains string bed control through the location of a small bridge in the throat area.

The characteristics of this frame provide players of all levels lightweight power capabilities with an element of control.

As used by Nick Matthew, highest World Ranking No.2.

CONTROL

TOUCH / FEEL

POWER

AEROGEL 4D EVOLUTION 120PERFORMANCECHART

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NICK MATTHEW SIGNATURE SERIES

“ Consistently the best racquet on the market.”

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CONSTRUCTION

FRAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

STRING

RA RATING

Aerogel / 4D

132g

Head Light

20-30lbs / 9-14kgs

16x19

500 cm sq.

Precision

78

CODE - T771921

Ideal for advanced / intermediate players seeking a head light pro player frame profile with dense 16x19 string pattern, widened throat area and long handle for ultimate feel and control, coupled with an oversize head to deliver maximum power.

As used by Amr Shabana, highest World Ranking No.1.

CONTROL

TOUCH / FEEL

POWER

AEROGEL 4D ULTIMATEPERFORMANCECHART

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AMR SHABANA SIGNATURE SERIES

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“ If you demand power then look no further.”

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CONSTRUCTION

FRAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

STRING

RA RATING

Aerogel / 4D

135g

Head Light

20-30lbs / 9-14kgs

14x19

500 cm sq.

Precision

78

CODE - T771923

Ideal for advanced / intermediate players seeking a head light pro player frame profile with widened throat area and long handle for feel and control, combined with standard 14x19 string pattern and oversize head to deliver unbeatable power.

Used by selected players on PSA World Tour including Gregory Gaultier, highest World Ranking No.1, and USA No.1 Julian Illingworth.

CONTROL

TOUCH / FEEL

POWER

AEROGEL 4D ELITEPERFORMANCECHART

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GREGORY GAULTIER SIGNATURE SERIES

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CONSTRUCTION

FRAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

STRING

RA RATING

Aerogel

160g

Even

20-30lbs / 9-14kgs

16x19

520 cm sq.

Dura Ace

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CODE - T771897

Designed specifically for doubles, the Rush offers players the ideal weight and balance with an oversized head and stable sting pattern for ultimate doubles performance

CONTROL

TOUCH / FEEL

POWER

AEROGEL RUSHPERFORMANCECHART

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“ The reason why virtually every tour player wants to play with Dunlop.”

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CONSTRUCTION

FRAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

STRING

RA RATING

Aerogel / 4D

130g

Head Light

20-30lbs / 9-14kgs

14x18

470 cm sq.

Precision

79

CODE - T771924

Ideal for advanced players seeking an enhanced performance frame based on Dunlop’s best selling Pro racquet, with the addition of a widened throat area and long handle to deliver the ultimate combination of head-light pro player feel, maneuverability and control.

Most used racquet on the PSA World Tour.

CONTROL

TOUCH / FEEL

POWER

AEROGEL 4D PRO GT-XPERFORMANCECHART

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“ Dunlop’s first ever female frame gives me a new level of confidence.”

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CONSTRUCTION

FRAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

STRING

RA RATING

Aerogel / 4D

120g

Head Light

20-30lbs / 9-14kgs

14x18

490 cm sq.

Precision

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CODE - T771968

The first ever racquet developed by Dunlop to specifically complement the women’s squash game. Based on the best selling Nick Matthew racquet: the Evolution 120, the F120 benefits from the power enhancing tear drop head geometry and reduced torsional twist as a result of the small throat bridge.

The balance has been fine tuned by Dunlop’s leading female pro players to deliver the specific playability demanded by women at the highest level of the game.

CONTROL

TOUCH / FEEL

POWER

AEROGEL 4D EVOLUTION F120PERFORMANCECHART

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SARAH KIPPAX MADELINE PERRY ALISON WATERS

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CONSTRUCTION

FRAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

STRING

RA RATING

Aerogel / 4D

135g

Head Light

20-30lbs / 9-14kgs

14x19

500 cm sq.

Precision

82

CODE - T771969

The racquet of choice for any intermediate / advanced player looking for pure power delivered through a tear drop head shape and long main strings.

4D Braiding ensures control and stability delivering ultimate power.

CONTROL

TOUCH / FEEL

POWER

AEROGEL 4D MAXPERFORMANCECHART

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CONSTRUCTION

FRAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

STRING

RA RATING

Aerogel

137g

Head Light

20-30lbs / 9-14kgs

14x18

470 cm sq.

M-fil Ts

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CODE - T771815

Ideal for advanced players seeking an enhanced performance frame based on Dunlop’s best selling Pro racquet, with the addition of a widened throat area and long handle to deliver the ultimate combination of pro player feel, maneuverability and control at an incredible value.


CONTROL

TOUCH / FEEL

POWER

AEROGEL PRO GTPERFORMANCECHART

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CODE - T771971

CONSTRUCTION

F RAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

STRING

RA RATING

M-Fil / HM Carbon

115g

Head Light

20-30lbs / 9-14kgs

16x19

525 cm sq.

Precision

82

A super lightweight frame specification gives this racquet ultimate control capabilities further enhanced by the traditional head geometry for outstanding control.

Power is maintained through Power-Ridge engineering and the employment of an expanded string bed.

CONSTRUCTION

FRAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

STRING

RA RATING

M-Fil / HM Carbon

110g

Extra Head Light

20-30lbs / 9-14kgs

14x18 Powermax

500 cm sq.

Precision

84

The tear drop head shape provides long main strings for greater string deflection enhanced by a Powermax string pattern. M-Fil at 3 and 9 o’clock ensures control is not compromised in this ultra light frame specification.

CODE - T771970

A great range of graphite composite and composite racquets aimed specifically at players looking to take the game more seriously.

Racquets feature a maximum permissible head shape size to increase the size of the sweet spot for superior power and a one piece construction to deliver improved playability.

Graphite Comp

155g

Head Light

24-28lbs / 11-13kgs

16x19

500 cm sq.

X-Life

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CONSTRUCTION

FRAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

STRING

Comp / Titanium

170g

Head Light

18-20lbs / 8-10kgs

16x19

500 cm sq.

Dynapower

X-Life

CONSTRUCTION

FRAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

STRING

Composite

185g

Head Light

18-20lbs / 8-10kgs

14x20

500 cm sq.

Dynapower

X-Life

CONSTRUCTION

FRAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

STRING

A lightweight specification frame engineered with a 500sq cm head size for easy playability making it ideal for game improvers.

Engineered with a composite Titanium construction ensuring this racquet supports high level durability with a lightweight feel.

Features a tear drop head shape to provide long main string length and enhanced powerful playability.

CODE - T771975 CODE - T771978 CODE - T77197920


CONSTRUCTION

FRAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

Titanium Alloy

195g

Head Light

18-20lbs / 8-10kgs

16x18 Powermax

525 cm sq.

Utilises a Titanium alloy construction with shock absorbing insert to deliver superb playability for an entry level frame.

Offers a shortened frame length to support correct technique and skill acquisition at a young age. A perfect racquet up to age 10

CONSTRUCTION

FRAME WEIGHT

BALANCE

STRING TENSION

STRING PATTERN

HEAD SIzE

LENGTH

Titanium Alloy

155g

Head Light

18-20lbs / 8-10kgs

16x18

500 cm sq.

22”

CODE - T771980 CODE - T771983

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WORLD’S #.1 SQUASH BALL

Dunlop continues to push the boundaries of squash ball performance resulting in the manufacture of a ball range of the highest specification that supports both recreational and professional play.

The unrivalled performance, durability and consistency of Dunlop Squash Balls are the reasons why Dunlop continues to be the official ball of the World Squash Federation (WSF), Professional Squash Association (PSA) Women’s International Squash Players Association (WISPA), Squash Canada & US Squash

2010 sees the continued use of cutting edge N-1SR³ construction technology. Developed in conjunction with some of the World’s top players including Amr Shabana, Gregory Gaultier and Nick Matthew, an elastic hydrocarbon polymer is impregnated with 12 compounds to create a unique construction material that delivers the unparalleled durability and playability properties associated with Dunlop Squash Balls.

PSA World Open

British Open

US Open

Tournament of Champions

Hong Kong Open

Qatar Classic

Saudi International

PSA Masters

Canary Wharf Classic

Australian Open

Malaysian Open

Kuala Lumpur Open

Cayman Islands Open

Seoul Open

Malaysian Open

Singapore Masters

New zealand Open

British Open

World Open

Hong Kong Open

Qatar Classic

Official ball of below events:

World Men’s Team Championships

World Ladies Team Championships

World Men’s Junior Championships

World Women’s Junior Championships

World Doubles Championships

World Masters Championships

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PRO The official ball of the WSF, PSA, US Squash, Squash Canada and WISPA and the only ball used in professional international competition. The ultimate performance squash ball for professional, tournament and club players.

PROGRESS Targeted at improvers and recreational players, the progress provides the perfect playing characteristics to help players develop correct technique and improve their skill level. The progress is 6% larger than standard with a 20% longer hang-time than the pro.

COMPETITION Provides outstanding performance and great value for club play. Standard size with a 10% longer hang-time to that of the Pro.

MAX Developed to ensure that players enjoy their initial introduction to the game and are able to quickly and easily develop correct technique and therefore improve their skill level. The Max ball is 12% larger than the standard size with a 40% longer hang-time compared to the Pro.

WORLD’S #.1 SQUASH BALL

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2 Compartment Thermo

The two compartment racquet thermo bag is ideal for all standards of player wishing to have sufficient space to store a number of items including their racquets.

Made from hard wearing 420d nylon and includes double shoulder straps for easy carriage. Additional features also include a side zip compartment for additional storage.

2 COMPARTMENT THERMO - T816786

3 Compartment Thermo

Three separate compartments and a number of additional features make this the perfect choice for serious players.

Features include: key / wallet holder, mobile phone holder, shoe bag, separate drinks compartment to keep drinks chilled, double shoulder straps for easy carriage and hard wearing 420d nylon construction.

3 COMPARTMENT THERMO - T816787

Back Pack

The back pack is perfect for carrying a racquet and additional items with 2 separate zip compartments. The bag includes compartments for mobile phone, pens and business cards.

BACK PACK - T816789

Code: T060017-K

DUNLOP SQUASH PROSHOP PACKAGE

To make available a complete squash package to instantly equip a new player or supply an existing player with all the basics.

• Dunlop BlackMax Titanium racquet

• Dunlop Aerogel Backpack

• Dunlop Protective Eyewear

• Dunlop Pro squash ball

The Dunlop Squash Player Pack is an incredible offer!

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GAUGE

COLOUR

PERFORMANCE CO-EFFICIENT

POWER

CONTROL

BALL GRIP

TOUCH

DURABILITy

1.18mm / 17 L gauge

Blue

9

7

6

6

8

Clusters of micro-fibers are bonded together by a premium polyurethane elastomer to enhance reactive power. A hybrid elastomer coating is heat treated to actualize additional bonds creating kinetic energy within the string and maintaining string tension.

GAUGE

COLOUR


POWER

CONTROL

BALL GRIP

TOUCH

DURABILITy

1.18mm / 17 L gauge

Blue

7

9

9

9

7

A premium polyurethane multi-filament elastomer core delivers enhanced touch and feel wrapped with single mono-filament control conduits to improve ball-string interaction thereby increasing control.

Features a compressed central core for greater durability formed from resilient multi-filaments delivering improved playability. The outer wrap is constructed from twisting powerful mono-filaments to increase the strings reactive energy properties.

GAUGE

COLOUR


POWER

CONTROL

BALL GRIP

TOUCH

DURABILITy

1.22mm / 17 G gauge

White

7

6

7

7

9

Precision Explosive X-Life

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HydramaxTM is a type of grip treatment applied to the grip surface during construction. The coating enhances the absorbency properties of the grip locking away moisture ensuring no loss of grip in the most competitive conditions.

HydramaxTM Pro PU Replacement Grips Designed to provide maximum cushioning and comfort utilizing a PU non slip surface.

Pack: 60 TubColor: White/Orange/Black/Blue/Green/Pink

Pack: 2 gripsColor: White with Black logos

I-ARMOR Protective Eyewear Designed with an ergonomic profile for extra stability and contoured lens shape for peripheral vision, I-Armor sets the benchmark for premium protective eyewear.

The only squash eyewear approved by the World Squash Federation.

HydramaxTM Overgrips Features a lightweight, non slip surface for enhanced control and feel.

Pack: 24 gripsColor: Assorted colors

Grip CodesIndoor Replacement Grip / 2 Pack T613173

Indoor Replacement Grip / 24 Box (Assorted) T613140

Indoor Overgrip / 3 Pack T613098

Squash Ball CodesPro 12 x 1 Ball Box T700067

Pro 3 Ball Tube T700070

Pro White 12 x 1 Ball Box T750470

Pro 12 x 1 Ball Box Hi-Alt. T700033

Competition 12 x 1 Ball Box T700072

Competition 3 Ball Tube T700075

Competition 2 Ball Clam Pack T700076

Progress 12 x 1 Ball Box T700077

Max 12 x 1 Ball Box T700081

Squash Ball Vibration Dampeners T621626

Giant Squash Ball (including pump) T305958

I-Armor Eyewear T624075

String CodesExplosive Squash String 1.18g / 10m set T624583

Explosive Squash String 1.18g / 100m reel T624584

Precision Squash String 1.18g / 10m set T624600

Precision Squash String 1.18g / 100m reel T624601

X-Life Squash String 1.22g / 10m set T624602

X-Life Squash String 1.22g / 200m reel T624603


HYDRAMAX PU

PU FIBER

PU

PET SILVER TAPE

WOVEN MATRIX

PU FIBER

HYDRAMAX PRO PU

Giant Squash Ball Developed to communicate Dunlop’s ball status as World No.1.

28SARAH KIPPAXMADELINE PERRY ALISON WATERS

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VIBROTECH is a trade mark of Dunlop Slazenger International Limited.

Due to Dunlop’s commitment to continuous improvements, product and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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