Feather Shuttlecock - Badminton Equipment Guide #20495 (License: Personal Use)

This vector illustration depicts a regulation badminton shuttlecock made with 16 overlapping goose feathers attached to a natural cork base, secured by a tightly woven bamboo or plastic skirt and a green nylon band. The design reflects traditional craftsmanship optimized for aerodynamic stability, consistent flight, and durability during high-speed rallies. Feather shuttlecocks are favored in professional tournaments for their superior performance over synthetic alternatives.

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