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Equipment => Other Gear => Topic started by: wayward_hayward on April 02, 2013, 12:53:49 PM

Title: Footwear Advice
Post by: wayward_hayward on April 02, 2013, 12:53:49 PM: Hi Guys,

I'm looking for advice on spikes as I looking to replace my two pairs of spikes (bowling and batting) for just the one pair. I currently have some Adidas 22yard bowling boots from 4 or 5 years ago which have been very comfy but are not very subtle when fielding and Asics Gel 335 spikes for batting (long story with these but basically bought the wrong size due to US and UK sizes confusing me :()

Looking at the current options on the market, I have found:

PUMA Iridium Full Spike Adult Cricket Shoe http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/PUMA-Iridium-Full-Spike-Adult-Cricket-Shoe-/400450202815?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&vti=Size%0910&hash=item5d3cb12cbf (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/PUMA-Iridium-Full-Spike-Adult-Cricket-Shoe-/400450202815?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&vti=Size%0910&hash=item5d3cb12cbf)

Nike Flywire Century II (I am dubious about the listing due to the seller adding the wrong model on the photo's and the 1 feedback) http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nike-Cricket-Shoes-/190819114730?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&vti=Size%0910&hash=item2c6db49eea (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nike-Cricket-Shoes-/190819114730?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&vti=Size%0910&hash=item2c6db49eea)

Adidas Howzat Full Spike http://www.discountcricketoutlet.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=101_153&product_id=512 (http://www.discountcricketoutlet.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=101_153&product_id=512)

Adidas SL22 (http://www.discountcricketoutlet.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=101_153&product_id=510 (http://www.discountcricketoutlet.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=101_153&product_id=510))

Has anyone had positive or negative experiences with any of the above or any other recommendations?

I am looking to spend no more than £50-60 and would like some that offer comfort and support when bowling (seam up trundler), fielding and batting.
Title: Re: Footwear Advice
Post by: The_Bird on April 02, 2013, 01:20:22 PM: Have you looked at the Asics Speed menace?
Title: Re: Footwear Advice
Post by: wayward_hayward on April 02, 2013, 01:26:44 PM: I did look at the Asics options but was put off by the price of the Speed Menace :(
Title: Re: Footwear Advice
Post by: The_Bird on April 02, 2013, 01:28:07 PM: What size are you after wayward?
Title: Re: Footwear Advice
Post by: wayward_hayward on April 02, 2013, 01:33:01 PM: 9.5/10's seem to do the trick.
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Post by: Vitas Cricket on April 02, 2013, 01:47:47 PM: What about the Gel Gullys?

You can have a look at them next time you visit mate.
Title: Re: Footwear Advice
Post by: The_Bird on April 02, 2013, 01:58:40 PM: If you bowl in them I don't think the Adidas options will provide the best support. The hybrids from Asics are superb shoes and Advance 4's can be found for £60-£65 on ebay
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Post by: mad_abt_cricket on April 02, 2013, 02:02:48 PM: Ordered this one yesterday from PDC:
http://www.prodirectcricket.com/Products/Asics-Cricket-Shoes-GelSpeed-Menace-White-Super-Blue-Black-22634.aspx (http://www.prodirectcricket.com/Products/Asics-Cricket-Shoes-GelSpeed-Menace-White-Super-Blue-Black-22634.aspx)

Now anxiously waiting for it to arrive. Looks to me a great deal as was only available in my size.
Title: Re: Footwear Advice
Post by: Alvaro on April 02, 2013, 02:13:19 PM: Try them on. Make sure they fit.
Substance over style is very important with your feet.
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Post by: jackmorris on April 02, 2013, 04:42:30 PM: if you just want one pair for both batting and bowling then go for adidas 22 yards LOW IV , they seem to do pretty well for all rounders :)
Title: Re: Footwear Advice
Post by: Banksy on April 02, 2013, 04:56:53 PM: The more you spend on boots the better! Look after your feet.

I bought some football astroturf boots for batting in as I found the lighter weight really improved my footwork. Still need spikes when its very wet though.
Title: Re: Footwear Advice
Post by: wayward_hayward on April 03, 2013, 11:01:10 AM: Cheers for all the help so far. I have reconsidered my options towards the bowling style shoes available at the moment. The two options now seem to be the Adidas Twenty Two Yards Low Cut or Asics Gel Speed Menace. Obviously trying both shoes out would be perfect, but not many stores near me stock both shoes.

Any bowlers recommend either of these?
Title: Re: Footwear Advice
Post by: ad2606 on April 03, 2013, 11:06:21 AM: Quote from: Banksy on April 02, 2013, 04:56:53 PM
The more you spend on boots the better! Look after your feet.

I bought some football astroturf boots for batting in as I found the lighter weight really improved my footwork. Still need spikes when its very wet though.
that would be every week then....bloody weather!!
Title: Re: Footwear Advice
Post by: wayward_hayward on April 03, 2013, 02:25:19 PM: Quote from: ad2606 on April 03, 2013, 11:06:21 AM
that would be every week then....bloody weather!!

:( The wonders of the British summer! Still feels like bloody winter at the moment.
Title: Re: Footwear Advice
Post by: wayward_hayward on April 04, 2013, 09:15:10 AM: M and M Direct currently have the adidas Twenty2yds Mid IV at £50 for anyone who is interested

http://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD9279/adidas-Mens-Twenty2yds-Mid-IV-Cricket-Shoes-Run-White-Black1-PowerBlue (http://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD9279/adidas-Mens-Twenty2yds-Mid-IV-Cricket-Shoes-Run-White-Black1-PowerBlue)