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Cricket Manufacturers / Brands => blankbats.co.uk => Topic started by: Blank Bats on January 06, 2012, 05:16:35 PM

Title: who are we
Post by: Blank Bats on January 06, 2012, 05:16:35 PM

Hi fellow forumers

i thought a formal introduction is needed so here we go.

Team blank bats comprises of myself (Canners) and Tai (100no).

We had a little get together and agreed we were sick of spending a small fortune on bats each season, we totalled up between what we were spending and to be quite frank it was getting ridiculous. We also discussed how bat prices were growing out of control because of branding and stickers, and came to the conclusion that a new type of bat was needed in the market. The best bats available without the cost of funding the branding and stickers hence team 'blankbats' was born. Both of us are experienced bat buyers and we both feel we know our bats and what makes a good bat.

so here we are bringing you the best bats at the best prices........

One of the reasons Blank Bats can bring you these bats at such heavily discounted prices is because we have agreed contractually not to name our master batmaker. The batmaker is a world reknowned batmaker, based in the South of England. He makes for numerous brands and players and is regarded by many as the best in the world. You may be able to guess who it is, and we can guarentee you won't be disappointed once you receive your BlankBat. At a saving of 50% off other brands RRP's it's not a surprise they want to keep it a secret!"

Mike
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: 19reading87 on January 06, 2012, 05:41:21 PM
All the best fellas!! Makes sense why you had all those blank bats now :D
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: rajesh500 on January 06, 2012, 05:44:31 PM
great concept and wish you a good luck!
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: 100 not out on January 06, 2012, 05:47:21 PM
Thank you for your well wishes. Much appreciated.
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: Canners on January 06, 2012, 05:49:26 PM
thanks boys if there's anything we can help you out on don't be afraid to ask
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: Ayrtek Cricket on January 06, 2012, 06:58:52 PM
Pair this topic with the what's in the closet one and I'm sure we're all glad uv finally come out!
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: Canners on January 06, 2012, 07:06:42 PM
Pair this topic with the what's in the closet one and I'm sure we're all glad uv finally come out!

Tom ive told you many a time im sorry but im not that way inclined :)
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: sgcricket on January 07, 2012, 06:45:34 AM
all the very best to the both of you!
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: Bez013 on January 07, 2012, 08:40:29 AM
Good luck with the venture, I hope it is successful for you.
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: langer17 on January 07, 2012, 08:49:22 AM
Good luck guys. Hope it is a successful venture for you.

Thought it was you Mike, as I didn't see Canners posting in the blank bats topics.

Title: Re: who are we
Post by: 100 not out on January 07, 2012, 02:15:46 PM
We expect to hear from quite a few Antipodeans. Due to the raw deals you boys are getting out there.
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: langer17 on January 07, 2012, 02:17:37 PM
We expect to hear from quite a few Antipodeans. Due to the raw deals you boys are getting out there.

We certainly do get a very raw deal. I'm waiting for you guys to do a bat with a mid-high middle, then I'm sure you'll hear from me in a heart beat.
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: johan95 on January 07, 2012, 03:21:49 PM
Could always get one custom made Rob..? ;)
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: Blank Bats on January 07, 2012, 04:31:22 PM
Good luck guys. Hope it is a successful venture for you.

Thought it was you Mike, as I didn't see Canners posting in the blank bats topics.



Are you saying I'm a serial poster or something lol
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: Black Cat Cricket on January 08, 2012, 07:38:29 PM
good luck- if someone scores a hundred against me with a 'blank bat', how will this lead me to buying one off you?
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: johan95 on January 08, 2012, 07:43:05 PM
When they share their jug with you in the bar afterwards..and you get into conversation about the provenance of their bat... ;)
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: Black Cat Cricket on January 08, 2012, 07:49:44 PM
When they share their jug with you in the bar afterwards..and you get into conversation about the provenance of their bat... ;)

It's a nice thought, but in reality I'm not sure...

There is a reason every single bat manufacturer/brand in the world applies stickers to their bats- the bats themselves are free advertising for the brand! Most stickers aren't particularly nice, and unbranded bats look better, but everyone still does it...

Imagine the most amazing car ever, that doesn't have the manufacturer's name/logo anywhere, some people will ask the owner in a car park, most however will never know what that car was...
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: kaustav on January 08, 2012, 07:51:11 PM
How much is the concaving in those jugs Johan?  ;)
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: 100 not out on January 08, 2012, 07:55:04 PM
Charlie

You make some valid points. There's something in the pipeline to address this anomaly.
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: Ayrtek Cricket on January 08, 2012, 07:58:37 PM
BB branding on the edges? Get it stamped in :)
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: johan95 on January 08, 2012, 08:00:46 PM
It's a nice thought, but in reality I'm not sure...

There is a reason every single bat manufacturer/brand in the world applies stickers to their bats- the bats themselves are free advertising for the brand! Most stickers aren't particularly nice, and unbranded bats look better, but everyone still does it...

Imagine the most amazing car ever, that doesn't have the manufacturer's name/logo anywhere, some people will ask the owner in a car park, most however will never know what that car was...

It was merely in jest Charlie :) - I am sure that it will be addressed at some point. At the moment, it looks like BB are targeting the forum market alone. In terms of expansion, a way of signifying the bat will no doubt become essential.
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: 100 not out on January 08, 2012, 08:02:18 PM
BB branding on the edges? Get it stamped in :)

Something like that maybe.
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: gabbers on January 08, 2012, 08:19:15 PM
0 days, 19 hours, and 5 minutes until the websites launched  :)
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: PM7 on January 08, 2012, 08:21:30 PM
Actually if someone smashed a ton against us the first question would be what the hell is that bat mate?
I like the blank bat idea as nobody I know uses a blank bat but would agree with Johan on the edge branding.
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: Canners on January 08, 2012, 09:19:10 PM
Something like that maybe.

dont go giving any of my ideas away ;)
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: golders on January 09, 2012, 12:21:54 AM
BB branding on the edges? Get it stamped in :)

Then the bat wouldn't be blank anymore...
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: 100 not out on January 09, 2012, 12:40:34 AM
True. But it will be minimal.
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: BatNutters on January 15, 2012, 04:10:34 AM
Does BB make junior bats??  ???
Title: Re: who are we
Post by: Vic Nicholas on February 15, 2012, 10:06:59 PM
We expect to hear from quite a few Antipodeans. Due to the raw deals you boys are getting out there.

You don't know the half of it...