Sending a racket by post, any tips?

[LaoLiu]

I want to have a racket repaired, but need to send the broken racket to a company by post. I have never done this before. Any tip for this?

[Luncheon]

Hi, i work in a sports shop and we send rackets in the post all the time. Find a big rectangular box. Stick the racket inside (you could put some padding in if you want, but not necessary). Take it up the post office and ask for cheapist postage and ask for a proof of posting certificate and then they'll send your racket and it should be insured. But you can always check with the Post office clerk. Tehy are usually quite useful. Good Luck!

[rachyuk]

I am having a racket sent to me via post - I hope it comes boxed!!!!

[Goofy]

The one I currently use was sent from England to Cyprus and arrived in one peace and all is very well. I think they do travel well!

[rachyuk]

Mine arrived safely this morning. It was boxed and looks great!

[LaoLiu]

Thanks for all replies. Where to find a box for a racket...........

[rachyuk]

Maybe an office supply retailers or the Post Office Shops sometimes have unusual packaging.

If I were you, I'd get a nice sturdy piece of cardboard or a box and make your own packaging - perhaps just make a cardboard sandwich and put a bit of padding round the racket, inside the cardboard sandwich and seal it both ends with wide, brown, sturdy tape ;0)

[stringerengland]

Sending rackets through the post. Contact W & D strings in Kent, ask for Frances. They do flat pack cardboard boxes for sending racquets through the post. They come in in two halves. Use strong wrapping tape and hey presto you have an ideal shaped box. I always use bubble wrap around the racket as well. This cushions the racquet well and stops damage to the frame.

[Hana]

Rackets Plus.com send rackets by post tee hee

[LaoLiu]

Sent and back, two rackets in one box. For a pound and a bit, no damage. Cann't really ask more than that.