Demo Program — Try Before You Buy
Stop guessing which racket suits your game. Take one on court for up to a week, play real points with it, then decide. If you buy, the demo fee is credited to your purchase.
The only way to really know if a racket works is to play with it.
A five-minute waggle in a shop tells you nothing about how a racket performs when you’re running wide for a forehand or stretching for a volley. Our demo program puts the racket in your hand for up to seven days — on your court, with your strings, against your regular hitting partners.
It’s £10 per racket, fully credited if you decide to buy. No sales pressure, no obligation. Just a simple way to make a confident decision about the most important piece of equipment in your bag.
How the demo program works
Browse our fleet
Check our current demo fleet below or message us on WhatsApp to ask what’s available. We rotate stock regularly.
Book a demo
Reserve a racket for £10 per week with a £50 refundable deposit. Collect from one of our three drop-off locations.
Play with it on court
Take it to your regular session, lesson or match. Hit serves, rallies, volleys — give it a proper test in real conditions.
Buy or return
Love it? The demo fee is credited against the purchase price. Not convinced? Return it and try another one. Deposit refunded either way.
Demo fleet
Popular models we keep for demo. Fleet varies — message us for current availability.
Wilson Blade 98 v8
The player’s racket. Flexible, controlled and precise for all-court play. A modern classic favoured by touch players and aggressive baseliners alike.
Babolat Pure Aero
The spin machine. Aerodynamic beam and open string pattern generate massive topspin. The racket behind Nadal’s forehand and a favourite for heavy hitters.
Head Speed MP
Versatile and forgiving. A balanced frame that works for a wide range of playing styles — from flat hitters to spin seekers. Great all-rounder.
Yonex EZONE 98
Comfortable power. The isometric head shape gives a larger sweet spot, and the frame delivers easy depth with a surprisingly soft feel on contact.
Demo terms
Simple, fair terms designed to make trying rackets easy.
£10
Per racket per week
Credited in full if you buy the racket.
£50
Refundable deposit
Returned when you bring the racket back in good condition.
7 days
Max demo period
Enough time for 2-3 sessions to really get a feel for the frame.
2 max
Rackets at once
Demo up to two rackets simultaneously for easy comparison.
Demo program FAQs
How do I book a demo?
Message us on WhatsApp with the racket you’d like to try and your preferred grip size. We’ll check availability and arrange a collection time at one of our three locations. Payment is taken at collection.
How long can I keep it?
Up to 7 days per demo. That’s typically enough for 2-3 on-court sessions to get a genuine feel for the racket. If you need a few extra days, let us know — we’re flexible when the schedule allows.
What if I damage it?
Normal play wear is expected — we don’t expect you to wrap it in cotton wool. Broken strings from regular use are on us. However, frame damage from misuse (throwing, smashing on the court) will be deducted from your deposit. Just play normally and you’ll be fine.
Can I demo multiple rackets?
Yes — up to two rackets at once. This is ideal for A/B comparison. For example, demo a Blade 98 and a Pure Aero side by side to see which one suits your game. Each racket has its own £10 fee and £50 deposit.
Collect and return locations
Distillery Building
11 Hart Yard, E3 2AL
Near Bow Road & Mile End stations
Wells Mews
11 Wells Mews, W1T 3HD
Near Goodge Street station
Mortimer Street
37-41 Mortimer St, W1T 3JH
Near Oxford Circus station
Ready to find your perfect racket?
Book a demo on WhatsApp. Tell us which racket you’d like to try and we’ll have it ready for collection.
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