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Free Stringing Upgrades for Loyal Customers

Thank you

If you are reading this page, it is because you purchased a new, in-season, premium Yonex, Babolat or Tecnifibre racquet from us in-store. (This offer does not apply to orders placed online. Online orders get a different set of freebies.)

We genuinely appreciate your business and are happy to upgrade you to premium racquet service for no extra charge. This upgrade allows you to move immediately to the front of the line and get your racquet back in one-hour or less.

This page offers step by step instructions that give you access to ten free one-hour stringing upgrades worth a total of $200.

Is this your first time using your free upgrades?
If this is your first time using our free upgrades system, you will want to send an email to orders@racquetnetwork.com advising us that you are ready to start accessing your free upgrades.
Once we get that email, we will check to make sure that you have an account on racquetnetwork.com and that your coupon code is set up and ready to use.
If this is not your first time access your free upgrades, then you can proceed to the steps below.

Overview of the Free Upgrades Process

Everybody follows the same process. Nobody gets special treatment.

  • Order your free upgrades online
  • Schedule an appointment to bring your racquet it
  • Bring your racquet in at the appointed time so we can string it on the spot for you

An appointment is required so that we can ensure that a master stringer is in the store and available to string your racquet when you come into the store. We do not offer this service to walk-in customers.

What You Need

In order to access your free upgrades you will need the following information:

a) the email address for your account on racquetnetwork.com
b) the password for your account on racquetnetwork.com
c) your coupon code for free stringing upgrades

Lost Your Password?
If you have lost your password, you can use the password retrieval function on this website. Please check your email filters and trash when you do this.
If you cannot reset your password through the website, you can email us at orders@racquetnetwork.com. Please do not call the store. Retail store staff cannot help you with password resets.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1

In order to book an appointment for premium racquet service, you will have to login to racquetnetwork.com.

Click on MY ACCOUNT at the top of this page to login. Once you are logged in, return to this page.

Step 2

Ensure that the racquet you are booking a stringing appointment for was purchased in-store from Racquet Network — otherwise things get awkward for everybody.

Racquets purchased online are not eligible. Racquets purchased elsewhere are not eligible. Racquets purchased by someone else are not eligible.

Illustration: Yonex Racquet Serial Number
Serial numbers are recorded when racquets are purchased.

Our retail store staff recorded the serial number and country code of your racquet when it was purchased. This will be checked by the racquet technician prior to stringing it. The racquet you bring in must be the racquet you purchased from us and its serial number must match the serial number of the racquet you bring in.

Step 3

Locate the coupon code that we emailed to you after you notified us that you were ready to start using your free upgrades.

In most cases, coupons code will be identical to the serial number of the racquet which can be found on the shaft of the racquet, just above the cap.

If you are unable to locate your coupon code, please email us at orders@racquetnetwork.com. Please do not call the store. Retail store staff cannot look up your coupon code.

Step 4

Add one of the following options to your cart.

Step 5

Proceed to checkout and enter your coupon code. The coupon code will subtract the $20.00 cost of the one-hour turnaround stringing upgrade.

Step 6

Pay for the order using your credit card.

Step 7

Once you have completed Step 6, we will contact you by email within 24 hours to set up an appointment.

This appointment will ensure that a stringer is waiting for you in the store when you bring your racquet in for service.

Step 8

Bring your racquet to the shop at the appointed time. We will string your racquet on-the-spot so there is no need for you to make a second trip. You will be able to take your racquet with you when you leave.

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Yonex Power Cushion Infinity – Canadian Release

Yonex Power Cushion Infinity Tennis Shoes Black

Yonex Co., LTD. is proud to introduce the new innovative badminton shoes, POWER CUSHION INFINITY. The unmatched performance of the POWER CUSHION+ construction meets the most secure fit of the double-dial Boa® Fit System, for faster more precise footwork.

Yonex Infinity Series

Dial in a secure fit with the new POWER CUSHION INFINITY

Badminton is getting faster and more dynamic, with many players demanding a shoe that suits their speedy style of play. POWER CUSHION INFINITY utilizes the lace-less Boa® Fit System, with two dials allowing those quick, fine adjustments independently around both the toes and ankle for an unparalleled fit.

In addition, the new 3D Power Graphite Sheet integrated within the sole increases stability without sacrificing comfort. Whilst the midsole contains POWER CUSHION+ cushioning which transforms the impact when jumping, running and lunging into energy. POWER CUSHION INFINITY supports aggressive footwork with a secure fit, stability and shock absorption.

Product Specifications:

Upper: Fully synthetic
Midsole: Synthetic Resin
Outsole: Rubber
Weight ~ 290g (26.0cm shoe)
Colours:
– Black (available in Canada)
– Red (not available in Canada)

Yonex Power Cushion Plus

Illustration of Yonex Power Cushion Plus shoe technology

A raw egg can be dropped from 12 meters above the POWER CUSHION+ mat, rebounding to a height of 6 meters without breaking. **Tested by YONEX** POWER CUSHION™ is a trademark of Yonex Co., Ltd. *Research by the Japan Vehicle Inspection Association & Boken Quality Evaluation (based on JIS standards) in comparison to conventional cushioning material (EVA).


Boa Fit System

Create a precise fit from two simple dials. By analyzing the demands and movement of badminton players, two Boa® Fit System dials are positioned to secure the toes and ankle. The toe features a soft lace for flexible comfort and the dial on ankle tightens the sailcloth covering the instep securing the foot. It provides both dynamic footwork and comfort at the same time.

Yonex Boa Fit System Shoe Technology


3D Power Graphite Sheet

A graphite plate is inserted under the middle portion of the sole to increase stability and reduce weight within the shoe.

The redesigned 3D Power Graphite Sheet positioned at the mid to outer part of the sole improves torsional rigidity where it is needed most.

Yonex 3D power graphite sheet shoe technology

New 3D Power Graphite Sheet Torsional Rigidity: +20%

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Best Tennis String for Older Players

Babolat VS Touch Natural Tennis String - Half Set - 16 Gauge

We never recommend individual tennis string products nor do we rank them. We recommend string categories from which older players can pick a string that works best for their usage context.

The best overall tennis string category for most older players is 17 gauge soft strings, like multifilaments, synthetic guts and natural guts. All of the strings in this group are suitable for older players who are not frequent string breakers.

Tennis Strings Recommended for Older Players

All tennis strings in this group are soft, powerful and playable. This is perfect combination for most older players. However, some older players — particularly singles players — may find that they need to move up to thicker 16 gauge strings.

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How to String the Yonex Astrox 88

A pair of Yonex Astrox 88D Badminton Racquets strung with BG80 Power.

How to String the Yonex Astrox 88

The instructions on this page are provided as a courtesy to independent racquet stringers in our network. For more information, please consult our YouTube Channel which features hundreds of full movies and time lapse videos illustrating how to string a large variety of racquets of all kinds.

Use the YouTube speed settings to slow this down if necessary. If you have questions, please post them in the video comment’s section.

How to String this Racquet

Length Mains 18.5′
Length Crosses 14.5′
Tension Printed on frame
Pattern 20×21
Start Mains Head
Mains Skip 7H, 9H, 11H, 11T
Tie Off Mains 8T
Start Crosses 9T
Tie Off Crosses 6T
Last Cross 7H
Tie Off Crosses 5H

The outside two mains on either side of this racquet should be finished using a standard Yonex double-back method. For this racquet, the double path is 9T to 12T to 16H to 14H to 10T before tying off at 8T.

Yonex Badminton Racquet Stringing Instructions

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How to Test Drive the Yonex Astrox 88

Yonex Astrox 88 S badminton racquet

How to Test Drive the Yonex Astrox 88

Test drive the Yonex ™ Astrox 88 badminton racquet before you buy it. This racquet is available as part of our Try Before You Buy racquet demo program offered in our southwest Calgary store.

Demo Program Details

This program is the best way to ensure that the racquet you purchase is the right racquet for you.

Pro shop customers demo more than 2000 racquets every year. The satisfaction rate for customers who participate in this program is nearly 100% six months after their purchase.

This program is offered only in-store. It is not available to online customers.

Customers who wish to enter the demo program or talk to staff about this program, must do so in person. The pro shop does not conduct demo program business over the phone, by email, or by text.

Book an EXPRESS SERVICE APPOINTMENT to discuss this further.

How much does it cost to test drive racquets?

Test driving costs nothing, but customers who enter the program are committing to buying a racquet from us at the end of the one-month trial period.

How does it work?

Test drivers put down a security deposit. This allows them to test drive any racquet we have in our demo program. They can then test each racquet for up to one week. At the end of the one-month trial period, they choose the racquet they want to purchase and their deposit is refunded against the purchase price.

How much is the deposit?

The size of the deposit depends on the number of racquets the customer wants to take out each each week. If they are testing one racquet at a time, the deposit is $50.00. If they are testing two at a time, the deposit is $100.00.

What if I change my mind and do not want to buy a racquet?

Our demo program is only offered to customers who are committed to purchasing a new racquet from us within 30 days. If you do not intend to buy a racquet from us, please do not enter our demo program.

Can I apply my demo deposit to an online racquet purchase?

Our racquet demo program is offered to in-store customers only. Demo deposits can only be applied to in-store purchases. They cannot be applied to online purchases.

How do I start?

Simply make an appointment to come into the store. Bring a valid credit card. One of our experts will set up a demo account and help you choose your first racquet to test drive. This process usually requires about 30 minutes on the first visit. Subsequent visits to drop off and pick up only required a couple of minutes each.