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Forum News and Suggestions => Old Advertisers => Admin Board => Aldred Cricket Bats => Topic started by: fasteddie on February 20, 2013, 06:44:48 PM
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When Paul offered us a few £'s extra discount to celebrate his birthday I felt the urge to take the plunge and order a custom Supreme.
My brief was simple.
A bat which had amazing balance, ping, and pick-up with an extended middle set a tad lower than normal.
The toe would be angled to stop feathering over time and take a few oz's from the dead weight.
Minimal concaving.
35mm (ish) edges but not huge.
Weight; 2lb 13oz
11 grains
About an inch of heartwood on the outside edge.
Paul used the phrase "Bully bat" which does describe my batting style somewhat.
Anyhow, so I changed the grip configuration to half a chevron covered by a GM control (shame they don't do them in black).
So, that was the brief, what arrived?
(http://i1339.photobucket.com/albums/o706/fastedd1e/DSC_0016_zps4d2fc6df.jpg)
(http://i1339.photobucket.com/albums/o706/fastedd1e/DSC_0019_zpsf2ea2e6b.jpg)
(http://i1339.photobucket.com/albums/o706/fastedd1e/DSC_0020_zps83ddbc2f.jpg)
(http://i1339.photobucket.com/albums/o706/fastedd1e/DSC_0021_zps346507f6.jpg)
(http://i1339.photobucket.com/albums/o706/fastedd1e/DSC_0022_zps1504614f.jpg)
(http://i1339.photobucket.com/albums/o706/fastedd1e/DSC_0024_zps7999218f.jpg)
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It's been knocked-in an had two nets.
The results are stunning.
The simple, elegant stickers show the stunning grains hiding nothing.
How does it perform?
Nothing short of outrageous.
The balance is superb. I waved it around as if it weighed nothing.
The middle is both long and explosive. I found myself playing in a very correct and precise manner, no hooliganism as when I have my Tempo in hand.
The balance is so good that you can be really precise with your shots.
Gentlemen, each and everyone of you should call Paul (not at once) and avail yourself of one of his bats.
I am sold!
I can't wait to use it in a match.
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Lovely!! What is the actual weight??
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Lovely shape, like the angled toe!
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Better shift on the Tempo then!
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Great profile, very similar to my laver. Nice collection you have going.
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Top stick mate!
Must resist temptations :)
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This profile looks a lot like my Laver.
Nice bat.
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Thanks for the review very flattering thank you. Hope I have filled it to the brim with runs for you. All the best paul
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Never resist the temptation guys go with your heart ;)
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Better shift on the Tempo then!
Not so fast!
The Tempo stays,
My match bats are now set.
Aldred #1
Tempo for when some extreme violence is required.
Happy days.
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Looks a cracking bat
GM control grips are available in black. Can send you one for £4 delivered if you fancy it?
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Awesome looking bat. Very nice shape.
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superb!
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Keep your eyes open guys I have a new stock of handles specially made for me due to arrive and then the new batch of lovely willow will be transformed into more lovely bats. I will post some pics of them so you can take your pick if you want to order any
Paul
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Pulled out the Aldred tonight at nets, and yet more admiring glances. The chap in the shop at Lords wants one now!
It seems Paul's workmanship is standing out against the crowd.
Great stuff Paul!
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As others have said - we need a 'like' button!