Shopping with Mantis Sport
Buy for the game you play
Choose the tennis or padel range before comparing products. For padel, I would start with borrowed or hired equipment and only buy after a few games. That makes it easier to judge whether a different shape or balance actually helps you. Browse the Mantis padel range once you have a sense of what you prefer.
Weight is only one part of the choice
The Play 335 Challenge lists a 335g weight, teardrop shape and 275mm balance point. It uses a carbon-and-fibreglass construction and a soft EVA core. Compare those details with the racket you have tried; a lighter number alone does not tell you how it will feel in your hand.
Include delivery in the comparison
Mantis's shipping and returns policy says shipping charges depend on the order and destination, with a free flat-rate option for UK orders over £100. Check the final basket total. Adding an accessory you do not need can cost more than paying delivery on the racket alone.
Check returns before using the racket
The same policy says eligible UK returns have no restocking or return-label charge, but items must be new and unused with tags attached. Final-sale and specially discounted items are excluded from free returns. Check the return window and any product-specific conditions before paying, particularly if you are buying a sale item.
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