places in edmonton alberta canada where i can buy top end racquets?

[trunks512]

all i know is to go to sportchek for racquets (best they have is mp 24)
there are no yonex dealers here i think
i heard there is a place called Lee's? is this in edmonton?
i prefer not to buy off ebay tho

any info would help alot

thanks

[trunks512]

well also anywhere in calgary would be good too
since i could probably just go there pick one up and it wouldnt cost too hefty

[cooler]

in calgary, go to

'what's your racket'

'glencoe club' pro shop

'calgary winter club' pro shop

i think you can bargain hard with them as they more flexible these days

[NoIso4Me]

you may also try buying off of the forums

many people here are looking to sell and trade rackets all the time.
I just bought 2 x Carlton Rasmussen Tour (2004 model) from singapore, lightly used. These rackets aren't even available in North America and after conversion it was a great price. I'm expecting them to arrive any day now and can't wait. One of the only people using these rackets in the Western Hemisphere. How cool is that?

[yonexfanatic]

you can check out:

Sweet Spot - http://www.sweetspotcanada.com

or the Royal Glenora Pro shop.

both places are pretty hefty..but you might be able to bargain with them. Royal Glenora pro shop prices will most likely stay the same but the guy working sweet spot might bend the price a lil.

[trunks512]

wow thanks, you guys helpful

the at800 too hefty for me :crying:

but the armortec 700 doesnt look to bad if i can bargain them down to 270 with stringing

[cappy75]

Heh! That's cuz he owned the store:D! Rob from SweetSpot is a nice guy but I think your better bet is to buy from oversea. Know anybody going back to HK or China? Just ask them to bring one or two racquets back.


you can check out:

Sweet Spot - http://www.sweetspotcanada.com (http://www.sweetspotcanada.com/)

or the Royal Glenora Pro shop.

both places are pretty hefty..but you might be able to bargain with them. Royal Glenora pro shop prices will most likely stay the same but the guy working sweet spot might bend the price a lil.

[trunks512]

Heh! That's cuz he owned the store:D! Rob from SweetSpot is a nice guy but I think your better bet is to buy from oversea. Know anybody going back to HK or China? Just ask them to bring one or two racquets back. yah my mom bought two from malaysia
one was fake mp 88
other was real but broke in a huge clash :crying::crying::crying::crying::crying:

[cappy75]

Ugh! Sorry to hear that, trunks512:(. MP88s are really fragile, that's the first Yonex racquet I broke with my own racquet in a clash... and it's my friend's:o.

Might I suggest that you try United Cycle along Whyte Ave. They have a few choice selections of Victor and Black Knight racquets that are really decent and not too much of a hit on your pocketbook. Nothing too fancy, but they could order in a specific model out of the Victor catalogue if you know what you like in a racquet.


yah my mom bought two from malaysia
one was fake mp 88
other was real but broke in a huge clash :crying::crying::crying::crying::crying:

[trunks512]

Ugh! Sorry to hear that, trunks512:(. MP88s are really fragile, that's the first Yonex racquet I broke with my own racquet in a clash... and it's my friend's:o.

Might I suggest that you try United Cycle along Whyte Ave. They have a few choice selections of Victor and Black Knight racquets that are really decent and not too much of a hit on your pocketbook. Nothing too fancy, but they could order in a specific model out of the Victor catalogue if you know what you like in a racquet. im a yonex sucker :o

[cappy75]

Heh! To the detriment of mom dearest's pocketbook:D. Seriously though, you pay premium for the brand in Alberta. Unless you can score a good deal online or oversea, there's not many places that'll give you a good price for Yonex racquets. For badminton racquets, durability is definitely not a performance trait... at least not in the current Yonex lines:(. If you get your racquets strung by Rob at Sweet Spot, maybe you can get him to give you some discount on a purchase.


im a yonex sucker :o
PS: Lee's in Toronto:p.

[mishiranu]

I was also looking for shops in Edmonton to buy badminton equipment (grips, strings, shirts etc) from but i live in Grande Prairie. All I know is The Sweet Spot and heard they were expensive. I'm going to Edmonton in a few days and was going to get a new racket, if anyone knows where there are other places that sell yonex rackets in Edmonton could you kindly post it for me? Thanks

[pho73]

I'm from Edmonton, AB. You can try Sportchek, Sportmart, Canadian Tire (Mostly Carlton).

pho

[Matt]

You could use Badminton Direct, however keep in mind they are not a Yonex authorized dealer. When it come to warrenty claims if something happend to the racket, Yonex will not honor the warrenty because it was not purchased from an authorized dealer.

Therefore to be on the safe side, if you want to save money, it would be better obtain the racket from Yonex authorized dealer overseas by shopping online. Keep in mind, if you need to do a warrenty claim, the racket will need to be sent back to where it came from.

[Matt]

Add on to the last part.

or to the appropriate Yonex subsidary/distributor.

[RSX]

You could use Badminton Direct, however keep in mind they are not a Yonex authorized dealer. When it come to warrenty claims if something happend to the racket, Yonex will not honor the warrenty because it was not purchased from an authorized dealer.

Therefore to be on the safe side, if you want to save money, it would be better obtain the racket from Yonex authorized dealer overseas by shopping online. Keep in mind, if you need to do a warrenty claim, the racket will need to be sent back to where it came from.


I do not know much about their operation, but IF Badminton Direct sources from an Authorized Yonex Dealer, they would be able to make the claim on your behalf.

Either way, whether you buy from Badminton Direct or an overseas authorized Yonex dealer, for any warranty claim you need to pay for return shipping (which is not cheap for 1 racquet).

So it's not true you would be "saving money" by buying from an overseas dealer. Just wanted to clarify that misleading info.

Regards.

[Matt]

I do not know much about their operation, but IF Badminton Direct sources from an Authorized Yonex Dealer, they would be able to make the claim on your behalf.

Either way, whether you buy from Badminton Direct or an overseas authorized Yonex dealer, for any warranty claim you need to pay for return shipping (which is not cheap for 1 racquet).

So it's not true you would be "saving money" by buying from an overseas dealer. Just wanted to clarify that misleading info.

Regards.

With unauthorized dealers they are not obligated to perform the warrenty claim back to the authorized dealer - there shops that exactly do just that, some of them even act if they do not know you once you walk out the door after they get the customer's money.

"Saving money" is not leading because since if the shop is not going to assist you - you will have to purchase a brand new racket. Now, compare that to assuming if you have to pay for return shipping, the price will not be anywhere close to the cost of purchasing a new racket.

[RSX]

With unauthorized dealers they are not obligated to perform warrenty claim back to the authorized dealer - there a few shops that exactly do just that, in some of them even act if they do not know you once you walk out the door.

"Saving money" is not leading because since if the shop is not going to assist you - you will have to purchase a brand new racket. Now, compare that to assuming if you have to pay for return shipping, it the price will not be anywhere close to the cost of the racket.


The point is you don't know (as I don't) what the policy is for Badminton Direct. The customer would need to confirm the policy before purchase if warranty is a concern.

But you stated you would "save money" by purchasing from overseas, which is inaccurate since you are making assumptions about the operations policy, and assuming that the purchase will involve a warranty claim. What percentage of Yonex racquetsare broken due to a manufacturer's defect ?
Not many.

[Matt]

I strongly do not believe it is inaccurate at all.

I have already read the policy on their website, 7 day warrenty? Impact damage, well it sounds like it is up to the store's discretion for that.

In terms of the racket percentage broken by defects, it would be small; however that Yonex has replaced rackets other than manufacturing defects which is helpful to the customer. The authorized shops from time to time have done warranty claims other than manufacturing defects and Yonex just replaces them per case basis.

[pedro22]

Matt, let me re-phrase what RSX is asking you as I don't think you are getting his point:

Your claim that you will save money by purchasing from overseas hinges on the assumption that the purchase will involve a warranty claim, . To support your claim, you will have to show how likely would a warranty claim be needed. You said the likelyhood is small, how small? 1%, 2%, 10%? Do you even know? If you cannot answer this then it is clear you are making a claim that you cannot support.

[Matt]

One problem. How about after 10 days, how about up to a year and over? Yonex has replaced rackets other than manufacturing defects such as impact. It is up to Yonex's discretion it they will honor it even thou techncially it is no longer valid. This is also verified by talking with various authorized dealers.

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Pedro,

You guys clearly know what I am referring to.

You do save money if you purchase a racket overseas – it does not actually rely on a warranty claim. Knowing the warranty is there is better vale for your money compared to none as a consumer in general. If it does need a warranty claim, you still save money anyways. Why? Unauthorized dealers are not obligated to help and it may come to the point where you find out that the customer has to purchase a new racket.

You are aware I got my JP and SP rackets from going directly to the source for a very good price.

[pedro22]

I know you also claim you got your racquets at a cheaper price by ordering overseas, but inspite of other people asking you several times, you have not provided any links to show that mere mortals like us can actually do the same.

[silentheart]

Hi Matt,

Just like to get your opinion. What is a good price difference between a CD or US coded vs a SP or TH coded racquet. Assume the unauthorized dealer in CAN or USA don't give a damn about the MAP and warrenty is not an issue. Thanks for your input.

[Matt]

Pedro

It’s not a claim, it’s a fact that I gotten rackets cheaper overseas. Note that, I have invoice/statements.

I will not use “the theory of the baby bird”, by giving the information because they just want the answer. It is up to them to research if they want to find out. My professor mentioned about this theory to give an insight of what the University expectations are.

Let me give you a little snippet of what I have. As mentioned, there are other people who know about these kinds of routes as well.

http://img252.imageshack.us/img252/7407/sitetm2.th.jpg (http://img252.imageshack.us/my.php?image=sitetm2.jpg)

[RSX]

Pedro

It’s not a claim, it’s a fact that I gotten rackets cheaper overseas. Note that, I have invoice/statements.


I'm sure you have been able to get racquets "cheaper" overseas, I don't think anyone is questioning that. However you fail to leave out details. Can you order 1 racquet (as that is what this poster is asking about), and after paying shipping, customs charges (I'm talking about an over the board transaction where actual value is declared), payment fees and exchange, how much do you save ? That's a direct question, So pls provide a direct answer.

Further, what about the fact that some people prefer not to order online, especially from overseas for various reasons. Like the person who started this by asking about buying a racquet in EDMONTON.



I will not use “the theory of the baby bird”, by giving the information because they just want the answer. It is up to them to research if they want to find out. My professor mentioned about this theory to give an insight of what the University expectations are.


This is a forum for sharing information related to badminton. I dont' think anyone care's about your professor's theories. If you are unable or unwilling to share information, and can not support your claims, comments as those made in this thread are of no value.



Let me give you a little snippet of what I have. As mentioned, there are other people who know about these kinds of routes as well.


First of all this is not in English, so I personally can not understand it. But it looks like pricing in YEN. Great, now what about details such as shipping, etc. ?

All I (and others) ask is that if you're going to make comments, that you back them up with real facts and provide direct responses.

Regards.

[Matt]

I help the people who know me. Of course may not care about the theory, the fact is if people want to know something, they can research themself just like I.

You save a good amount because it is still cheaper anyways with shipping (around 14-15 CAD) charages and even if you do get charged with customs or not (the lucky ones). That is assuming 1 only.

It does not matter if the site is in Japanese. Figure your way around.

[RSX]

I help the people who know me. Of course may not care about the theory, the fact is if people want to know something, they can research themself just like I.

You save a good amount because it is still cheaper anyways with shipping (around 14-15 CAD) charages and even if you do get charged with customs or not (the lucky ones). That is assuming 1 only.

It does not matter if the site is in Japanese. Figure your way around.

Matt, it's not worth debating with you because you can never provide a direct answer or support to your erroneous claims. Ignorance is Bliss.

[Matt]

Matt, it's not worth debating with you because you can never provide a direct answer or support to your erroneous claims. Ignorance is Bliss.

I could careless. Why should I provide direct answers for people trying to be a leech, suck-up or want to be baby fed? :rolleyes:

[treilanin]

Man why do we always have to get into these fights over importing etc. The quick breakdown is simply:

1. If you buy from overseas, buy from a reputable authorized dealer that has demonstrated support for oversea purchasers when a racket needs to sent back on warranty claims (you pay shipping of course).

2. If you buy from an importer, ask how they will support you through their overseas contact since you are not the person buying from the authorized dealer. Make sure they will support you in making your warranty claim (you pay shipping of course) with the appropriate region.

3. Understand your warranty rights/avenues. If you buy overseas you will need to deal with that regions distributor for the warranty claim as well the warranty claim will probably have to be made through an authorized dealer.

4. You can get your racket cheaper from an importer or an overseas store versus an authentic racket from your region. Please factor in everything, shipping, taxes, duties, etc... sometimes the shipping alone can eat up all of the savings.

Make sure you do your own research and investigation since it is your money. Now can we please be civil :)

[pedro22]

I could careless. Why should I provide direct answers for people trying to be a leech, suck-up or want to be baby fed? :rolleyes:

Mmm.. so you feel people coming to BC to ask for help finding a less expensive way to buy their racquets are leeches and suck-ups, and you couldn't care any less about them. How very nice of you.

I suspect I understand why it's almost like an obsession for you to steer people away from folks like mjstrings and badmintondirect. Are you ticked off so much by them because they actually care about the badminton community in Canada by providing the service they do? Who do they think they are, caring about total strangers?

[Matt]

Mmm.. so you feel people coming to BC to ask for help finding a less expensive way to buy their racquets are leeches and suck-ups, and you couldn't care any less about them. How very nice of you.

I suspect I understand why it's almost like an obsession for you to steer people away from folks like mjstrings and badmintondirect. Are you ticked off so much by them because they actually care about the badminton community in Canada by providing the service they do? Who do they think they are, caring about total strangers?

I researched this myself, do your own work.

Tell me why should I care about them? Do they know me? What have they done for me? Do have something for me? Do I know them? If I ask them to borrow a subtantial amount of money, would they do it? Tough question eh?

I do not support unauthorized dealers for anything.

[pedro22]

Now it's really clear this unauthorized dealer thing got you possessed (in the Omen kind of way :D). I was talking about caring about the average Canuck who comes to BC for help on badminton stuff. Or maybe you don't care about them too.

Get yourself a large iced cap from Timmy's, time to cool down.;)

[Matt]

Me no, haven't you actually figured out that I was putting up a show? :D

Quite a few people who knew me on the forums figured it out and started talking to me and we had our laughs about it.

[cappy75]

This is getting way too unhelpful and unfriendly. Please cease and desist. You guys wanna a pissing match, you should take your racquets and take them to the nearest baddy court:p.

[Matt]

I guess you have a point cappy75!

Enough with the acts.

[thunderstrike]

Personally, I don't trust this Badminton Direct business. That guy with the username of "KevinPhoto" acted as his own customer when actually he is the owner of the business and I bet that Linda Liang person is his partner and is trying to convince you to purchase their products. Do not be fooled by this

[waliao]

Oh an add on to thunderstrike's previous post - do not trust another one of his co-workers known as "Linda Liang". Guess what she acted as another one of his customers when she's one of his co-workers and she also hosts their racquets on eBay as well.