Li-Ning AN01 Pro Nylon Shuttlecock — Pack of 6

The Li-Ning AN01 Pro is a nylon shuttlecock built for club practice and regular play, designed around a 100% natural cork base and a high-durability nylon skirt. It is most commonly bought as a durable, price-stable alternative to the Yonex Mavis 350. This pack contains 6 shuttles.

Why players switch to the AN01 Pro from Mavis 350

Two reasons dominate. First, durability: the AN01 Pro takes noticeably more punishment than the Mavis 350 before the skirt deforms, so you get more games per shuttle. Second, price stability: Mavis 350 pricing in India has become volatile and often inflated, while the AN01 Pro stays consistently priced. For clubs and academies buying shuttles in volume every month, the cost-per-game difference adds up quickly.

Honest note on speed before you buy

The AN01 Pro in the standard variant is a slow-speed shuttle, and it stays slow. This is deliberate, not a defect. Some players coming from a medium-speed Mavis 350 expect it to "speed up" after a few games the way feather-adjacent nylons do. It will not. If you play in a hot climate, a higher floor, or prefer a faster shuttle, this slow grade may feel like it sits up too long in rallies. If you play in air-conditioned indoor halls, cooler weather, or simply prefer a controlled, slower shuttle for technical practice, the slow speed is exactly right. Buy with the correct speed expectation and this is an excellent shuttle. Buy expecting Mavis-350 medium pace and you may be disappointed.

How it plays

• Flight: stable and accurate, comparable to Mavis 350 on trajectory
• Durability: significantly higher than Mavis 350, the main reason buyers switch
• Feel: the natural cork base is firmer on impact than Mavis 350; some players notice this on the racket, most adjust within a session
• Speed: slow grade, controlled, does not accelerate with use
• Best for: club practice, academy drills, technical training, cooler or air-conditioned indoor courts

Who should buy this

• Mavis 350 users frustrated with rising prices who want a cheaper, durable replacement
• Clubs and academies needing high shuttle volume with predictable cost-per-game
• Players who prefer a slower, controlled shuttle for technique and drill work
• Indoor and air-conditioned court players where slow speed suits the conditions

Who should not buy this

• Players who specifically want medium or fast pace (look at Yonex Mavis 350 medium, or a feather shuttle)
• Outdoor players in windy conditions (no nylon shuttle handles wind well; this is not unique to the AN01)
• Tournament match play that mandates a specific approved shuttle

Specifications

Common questions

Is the Li-Ning AN01 Pro a good Mavis 350 alternative? Yes, this is the most common reason people buy it. It matches Mavis 350 on flight stability, beats it on durability, and stays more consistently priced. The one difference to expect is speed: the AN01 Pro slow variant stays slower than a medium Mavis 350 and does not speed up with use.

Why does my AN01 Pro feel slow even after a few games? Because it is a slow-speed shuttle by design. Unlike some nylons, it does not accelerate as the skirt wears. If you need more pace, you need a medium-speed nylon or a feather shuttle, not a faster-broken-in AN01.

How many games does one AN01 Pro last? Considerably more than a Mavis 350 at the same level of play. Exact life depends on how hard you smash and whether you hit cleanly off the cork, but durability is the headline strength of this shuttle.

Is the AN01 Pro good for outdoor play? Like all nylon shuttles, it is far better outdoors than a feather, but no nylon shuttle flies true in real wind. For calm outdoor conditions, it works; in a breeze, expect drift.

Is this genuine Li-Ning stock? SportsUncle sources Li-Ning shuttles through an authorised importer. The tube ships are sealed with Li-Ning branding and AN01 Pro markings.