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Equipment => Bats => Reviews => Topic started by: johnrockin on January 23, 2013, 02:31:19 PM

Title: Hades bat review
Post by: johnrockin on January 23, 2013, 02:31:19 PM

I wanted to share these images of my new Hades with you all.

Spec
Hades Limited Edition / 2lb 8.5oz / Mid to low middle / Oval handle / Short Handle

Pickup
Just beautiful! As you would expect for a bat of this weight, made by Andy.

Profile
Nice offset middle, with a good amount of willow in just the right places.

Grains
8 straight-ish ones in the playing area.

Ping
Off the mallet it sounds really great. Super good in fact and when knocking up (with a ball) the rebound would put a smile on most people's faces.

Looking forward to giving it a go in the nets. Where I'll get a much better idea of the bats performance and feel.

After I've received a few comments (from you guys), I might tell you a little story about the bat's history so far :)

(http://i1290.photobucket.com/albums/b522/johnrockin/Hades_04_640px_zpsb3147120.jpg)
(http://i1290.photobucket.com/albums/b522/johnrockin/Hades_03_640px_zpsee394ab7.jpg)
(http://i1290.photobucket.com/albums/b522/johnrockin/Hades_05_640px_zpsaa7fe825.jpg)
(http://i1290.photobucket.com/albums/b522/johnrockin/Hades_03_640px_zpsee394ab7.jpg)
(http://i1290.photobucket.com/albums/b522/johnrockin/Hades_01_640px_zps14ca367f.jpg)
(http://i1290.photobucket.com/albums/b522/johnrockin/Hades_08_640px_zps49f6bb19.jpg)

Title: Re: Hades bat review
Post by: PedalsMcgrew on January 23, 2013, 02:35:11 PM

Very nice profile that is. Side on it looks very traditional. Something I like!

Title: Re: Hades bat review
Post by: justnotcricket86 on January 23, 2013, 02:35:37 PM

Lovely bit of wood there chap, nice camera skills as well.

What grip you using on that?

Title: Re: Hades bat review
Post by: smokem on January 23, 2013, 02:35:43 PM

That's a great looking bat and the profile grows on me every time I see it. That last pic illustrates the curves on that thing beautifully. I'm really keen on a Hades or an Infinity... Can't wait to hear how it goes in the nets!

Title: Re: Hades bat review
Post by: wilkie113 on January 23, 2013, 02:37:56 PM

Absolutely stunning profile. Love the hades stickers too.
Hope if serves you well mate

Title: Re: Hades bat review
Post by: Wedge2408 on January 23, 2013, 02:40:38 PM

Awesome bat. I really do love the look of the Hades, great profile.
Looks like you got your self a good one.

Title: Re: Hades bat review
Post by: johnrockin on January 23, 2013, 03:57:00 PM

Quote from: justnotcricket86 on January 23, 2013, 02:35:37 PM

Lovely bit of wood there chap, nice camera skills as well.

What grip you using on that?

Camera skills - All down to a new Canon 5D MKII and 50mm f1.4 lens. Got to love a bit of shallow depth of field :) that and a degree in photography

The grip came with the bat, but it's very nice.

Title: Re: Hades bat review
Post by: csnew on January 23, 2013, 04:37:04 PM

Looks like a you have a belter of a bit there

Title: Re: Hades bat review
Post by: Buzz on January 23, 2013, 04:39:11 PM

I think this also merits my new badge!!

(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/phwoar.png)

Title: Re: Hades bat review
Post by: Canners on January 23, 2013, 04:41:25 PM

Flat face?

Title: Re: Hades bat review
Post by: Simmy on January 23, 2013, 04:42:02 PM

lovely bat and nice camera skills... was just gonna ask if that was a 50mm 1.4 lol but u allready answered it :D

Title: Re: Hades bat review
Post by: shoab68 on January 23, 2013, 04:44:06 PM

Very nice profile. Nice clear pictures adding beauty.

Title: Re: Hades bat review
Post by: Cover_Drive on January 23, 2013, 04:46:23 PM

Lovely bat and astonishing pictures! Wish there were more...:D

Hope it serves you well, these do pick up remarkably well!

Title: Re: Hades bat review
Post by: Ciaran on January 23, 2013, 05:00:17 PM

Quote from: Cover_Drive on January 23, 2013, 04:46:23 PM

Lovely bat and astonishing pictures! Wish there were more...:D

Hope it serves you well, these do pick up remarkably well!

Hes really turning out some gorgeous bats currently.

Title: Re: Hades bat review
Post by: ammo on January 24, 2013, 06:06:54 AM

Love the shape of that, the photography is stunning aswell