Panda Power: A Racket That Can Take 40lbs. String Tension!

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  1. bos_dc2

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    I must say, the TPK's color scheme is growing on me.

    Are all Panda Power racquets mainly G5 grip sizes?

    My UPK sure seems like it and no complaint here, feels awesome.
     
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    That's great news, good timing too, just as I get back from hols.

    Just let me know when you receive them and are ready to forward on. Are you ordering any spares for stock?
     
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  4. DinkAlot

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    Anyone with broken handles, Dink can fix them free of charge; and the racket will be better than new because Dink uses an industrial grade epoxy that's better than what the factory uses.
     
  5. DinkAlot

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    Update: The World Cup must have really affected racket manufacturing. First they delayed the rackets, second, they finally finished but spelled the name wrong. Yes, they put "TRINITY PRO KEVAR".

    Anyway, here's what's going to happen:

    1) The misspelled rackets will ship to this frustrated Dink Panda.
    If anyone is interested in purchasing, they will be significantly discounted.

    2) Dink Panda has ordered another set of rackets with the correct spelling.
    Hope to have them in 3 weeks.

    3) Along with the misspelled TPKs, some new Titan PTs will be enclosed, they are a bit different:
    a) Mitsubishi 40T graphite frame with a full kevlar wrap
    b) Mitsubishi 40T/80T graphite shaft (the current one on the TPK)

    Dink's source say Mitsubishi graphite seems to perform better than Toray but it's more expensive.
    But since the manufacturer has it available, Dink will go that route (assuming it's better).

    If this Titan is as good as Dink thinks it should be (based on all the different testing), then Dink will order right away. If not, will tweak it and go from there.
     
  6. DinkAlot

    DinkAlot dcbadminton
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    P.S. Dink will post some images of the misspelled TPKs in an hour or so...
     
  7. Mark A

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    Worth the wait, folks... for the beauty and the lolz:).
     
  8. amleto

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    Is there meant to be a screw through the handle onto the shaft? It has sheared off. Since I'm in the UK can I just get a handle & cone from @MarkA? It will save on postage for both sides.
     
  9. DinkAlot

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    Yes, there is a screw for guidance/alignment. Yes, Mark can do the cone/handle.
     
  10. DinkAlot

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    Sorry the images are not good.

    [​IMG]
     
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    How much for the misspelled TPK?
     
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    Yeah, the question on everybodys minds...
     
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    Wow that's hideou.... Bright! Looks very green, do like! Have put my name down for one.
     
  14. DinkAlot

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    The misspelled TPKs, $90.00 shipped in the U.S. including stringing.

    Not sure what Dink is going to do about International orders.
     
  15. Steve the noob

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    Can you send a discounted one to MJ? Or is it only for the USA?
     
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    I want to lick it - is that weird?

    I'm imagining sour apple.
     
  17. visor

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    Hmmmm... Let's see if this shoe matches...
    What do you think?
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    ^lmao you guys are so compulsive
     
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    Obsessive, compulsive, and impulsive disorder. :)
     
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    Is the misspelled TPK available in Singapore?
     

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