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Cricket Manufacturers / Brands => Ayrtek Cricket => Topic started by: Ayrtek Cricket on September 17, 2013, 09:54:10 AM
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Just 2 days to go now until the Lords Trade Show where we will be revealing the new range...
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So, will you be able to show any pics of your stand and stuff to the forum this year?
Will you be able to get any sneaky pics of anyone elses stuff?
Will they be letting a hoard of forum nerds in masquerading as 'brand owners' to annoy all the brands with endless questions and illicit photographs?
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Brucey
Im sure ill get some pics up of our new range for the forum, im not sure ill have time to go around taking pics of other people kit as its not really the done thing when your viewed as one of the competition.
Im sure some of the retailers on the forum will have their own views and may be able to fulfil the forums needs though as they are the intended audience of the trade show after all. In turn the forum members are then their audience so its a win-win situation for all :)
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Tom you should take/invite Hosk to the Lords show, Pete is always good for some excellent pics of gear :)
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Brucey
Im sure ill get some pics up of our new range for the forum, im not sure ill have time to go around taking pics of other people kit as its not really the done thing when your viewed as one of the competition.
Im sure some of the retailers on the forum will have their own views and may be able to fulfil the forums needs though as they are the intended audience of the trade show after all. In turn the forum members are then their audience so its a win-win situation for all :)
Have you been on an Adidas PR course as part of your 'assimilation'?
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Kooka have requested no photos are to be taken at the stockroom trade shows. They, along with GM don't attend Lords so aside from Kook I am sure I can sneak a few snaps on my phone during the course of the next couple of days (stockroom show at Windsor is tomorrow)
If admins have an email address they want me to send pictures to, enabling them to upload pictures throughout the day, I am more than happy to do that.
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The new branded helmet has looked good on Carberry's bonce over the last couple of games. Hope it looks half as good on my nugget!
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For those who have asked heres a few snaps of the newly finished PremierTek helmet....
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The finish doesnt involve any spray finish as it now comes out of the mould in a coloured finish, the steel version is approx 120g lighter than the previous model and the Titanium version about 140g lighter.
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For those who have asked heres a few snaps of the newly finished PremierTek helmet....
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The finish doesnt involve any spray finish as it now comes out of the mould in a coloured finish, the steel version is approx 120g lighter than the previous model and the Titanium version about 140g lighter.
Is the inside different?? If so can we get a picture please
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yeah the PremierTek range doesnt feature the A.C.I.S liner and is the more "traditional" EPS liner with adjustable padding system. We have obviously looked to put our own unique touches in it and finish it off properly rather than just dropping in an EPS liner :)
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Tom,
Are these helmets lighter due to no acis? Or have you used a different way of making them. (Shame there is no ayrtek labels on them but a small price to pay now your a millionaire ;)
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haha not counting any chickens yet mate as in theory we havent sold any yet, they are lighter as we have used a different combination of plastics as the EPS liner offers a more solid structure internally that the ACIS didnt.
This has bought the weights down across the PremierTek range by approx 90g in the Junior, 120g in the steel and 140g in the titanium.
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haha not counting any chickens yet mate as in theory we havent sold any yet, they are lighter as we have used a different combination of plastics as the EPS liner offers a more solid structure internally that the ACIS didnt.
This has bought the weights down across the PremierTek range by approx 90g in the Junior, 120g in the steel and 140g in the titanium.
Tom, are these new helmets coming out in various sizes? (All Ayrteks were one size only) if yes then what are the sizes and if its all one size then what is adjustment mechanism? Thanks.
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BTW they look good in matte(ish) finish
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The PremierTek in available in either junior size 52-57cm or adult size 58-64 cm, they are adjusted by using the foam padding that provided with them.
This can be thicker in some areas and thinner in others to fit you as best possible.
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So the importanyt questions...
1. What will they retails for?
2. Are Adidas/Ayrtek to release a version with ACIS??
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Do the junior and senior look the same Tom?
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So the importanyt questions...
1. What will they retails for?
2. Are Adidas/Ayrtek to release a version with ACIS??
They are all featured on our website along with RRP'S but to save you all time they are as listed below:-
PremierTek Junior- £54.99
PremierTek-steel- £84.99
PremierTek-titanium- £124.99
RawTek- £249.99
The RawTek still features the acis liner but the PremierTek range all have an eps liner. The junior model is the same size shell but with a thicker eps liner to make the inner circumference smaller and also comes with a smaller size junior steel grille.
We we haven't ruled out introducing the acis back into the range but as using it carries a cost factor it would probably be used at the price point between the RawTek and PremierTek titanium models.
Given we had to fit a 2 year project into a 9 month period we wanted to focus on providing a range we thought ticked all the boxes in terms of quality, price and safety which is a very important factor with the new bsi standard due to be published shortly.
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Couple of questions Tom:
1. Will any Adidas sponsored players be wearing the Helmet?
2. Is the eps liner less effective in protection than the acis liner and has any testing been done to compare the two?
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Im actually a bit gutted the acis isnt in there.. my favourite part of the lid .. along with being able to see everything !
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Good to see Broad wearing one of these!
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If Sachin wears this in his last test match appearance - that will be HUGE
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Im actually a bit gutted the acis isnt in there.. my favourite part of the lid .. along with being able to see everything !
Me too. I was looking forward to giving one a bash when my current lid makes it's way to the scrap heap but I can't justify the cost of the top of the range. Hopefully there will be some older models still hiding somewhere :)
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Some retailers still have the ayrtek premier in stock so still time to get hold of one with the acis if ur after one
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Some retailers still have the ayrtek premier in stock so still time to get hold of one with the acis if ur after one
Indeed - we have one left! http://www.itsjustcricket.co.uk/cricket-batting-helmets-c14/senior-cricket-helmets-c15/ayrtek-premier-blue-cricket-batting-helmet-steel-grill-p29 (http://www.itsjustcricket.co.uk/cricket-batting-helmets-c14/senior-cricket-helmets-c15/ayrtek-premier-blue-cricket-batting-helmet-steel-grill-p29)
But back to the topic of the thread, I was very impressed with these helmets at Lord's - well done, Tom! :) Despite the lack of the ACIS liner, the weight of the older Premier helmets had been a bit of an issue for us, so seeing that go down considerably is brilliant news, and the prices aren't bad either, especially in the junior option. I also think the visibility is better than the new Masuri lids, so all good - Ayrtek/Adidas helmets will certainly be on our shelves next year... :)
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So is there no Acis at all in these helmets ?
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So is there no Acis at all in these helmets ?
Only the AdiRaw range
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thanks paul, as explained in other threads the majority of people didnt even realise that the ACIS was in the helmets as we took the decision (not lightly) under adidas's guidance to only use it in the top end helmet.
we havent ruled out reintroducing it at a later date into the PremierTek range but with what we hope will be a significant uplift in volumes due to the new partnership we needed a product that was easier to mass manufacture and the new range ticked the boxes given the timelines we had.
great to have Stuart on board having meet up with him a few months ago to show him the product. Always nice to hear a pro ask "when do you want me to start using it" but at the time we were still tying down the paperwork so was a bit soon to have him using it until launch occurred on thursday.
we put the yellow pin stripes on as an option that he could remove but he particularly like the fact we could put little touches such as his initials onto the product.
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Couple of questions Tom:
1. Will any Adidas sponsored players be wearing the Helmet?
2. Is the eps liner less effective in protection than the acis liner and has any testing been done to compare the two?
hopefully Q1 has been answered today :) in regards to Q2 the ACIS is very effective in dissipating an impact when combined with the correct shell material to act as the primary point of shock absorption. We have used a different material in the new PremierTek range now we have the EPS liner so results are similar to the ACIS version. We have done research over the last 12-24 months looking at both so no compromise has been made when it comes to what levels are provided to the end user.
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As much as I despise all England players ;) I'd love to see KP wearing one of these
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You're not the only one ;)
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As much as I despise all England players ;) I'd love to see KP wearing one of these
Aww, you haven't met any of them!
I reckon you'd have more chance of seeing Tendulkar dropped and the IPL folding than seeing him in anything other than what he wears on his melon now. Similarly KP - as much as he should be contractually obligated to wear it, I have a strong feeling he won't. Me? I'm sold on them!
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When KP was with WoodWorm he wore their crappy helmet, then as Adidas didn't have a lid he went Masuri but I remember seeing him using Albion during a spell in SA.
I don't reckon he is too fussy with kit
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When KP was with WoodWorm he wore their crappy helmet, then as Adidas didn't have a lid he went Masuri but I remember seeing him using Albion during a spell in SA.
I don't reckon he is too fussy with kit
Hopefully he'll have one of Tom's lids on for the ashes down under then, two test regulars using them would be great exposure!
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Is Steve Finn still sponsored by adidas? Possibility of 3 ayrtekers in england kit at the same time!
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The new Ayrtek lid will do some serious business if it is endorsed at the professional level.
Albion and Masuri have been resting on their laurels for too long with a lack of innovation.
I fully welcome this! Well done!
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Finny is with woodworm now but would've great to get it back on his head.
He was in the pub actually after the trade show but looked like he was on a date so didn't want to interrupt!
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Is Steve Finn still sponsored by adidas? Possibility of 3 ayrtekers in england kit at the same time!
I think he's with Woodworm now.
Actually, as he wears an Albion lid getting him in an Ayrtek might not be out of the question!
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Potential to do some top and toe deal hopefully with the pros they have using the adidas footwear ;)
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Is the customisation still available now Tom??
Sorry if it been asked before mate
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do u mean in terms of custom colours mate or club crest/initials?
we wont be offering custom colours in 2013-14 but we are hoping to explore the miAdidas route where people can design their own colour schemes for 2014-15.
in talks with the retailers currently about the club crest/initials offers that will still be available this year.
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Nice to see Carbs bringing the lid so much attention with his big knock in Hobart! http://www.alloutcricket.com/ashes/featured/gear-this-week-the-carberry-helmet (http://www.alloutcricket.com/ashes/featured/gear-this-week-the-carberry-helmet)
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top work, thanks lads...will help in educating people as to the changes that are just around the corner to help keep people protected when playing the game!
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Ian Healy kept referring to Carberry's helmet yesterday as the Turtle Shell :D...
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Hero in a Half Shell....people are often quizzical towards things they have no knowledge base about.
Fact of the matter is we designed the helmet from scratch to perform in the cricket environment.
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I have always been curious about what is different in the Ayrtek helmet from the conventional helmet designs...is there a link which maybe explains the technology behind it?
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I have always been curious about what is different in the Ayrtek helmet from the conventional helmet designs...is there a link which maybe explains the technology behind it?
http://www.ayrtek.com/how-it-works/ (http://www.ayrtek.com/how-it-works/)
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Cheers!
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good to see the Aussie Media picking up on the benefits the helmets offer....
http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/cricket/england-opener-michael-carberrys-spaceage-helmet-turns-heads/story-fni2fnmo-1226766113541 (http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/cricket/england-opener-michael-carberrys-spaceage-helmet-turns-heads/story-fni2fnmo-1226766113541)
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Ian Healy mentioned while commentating it was a safer design
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Botham made comment last night too about the safety factor in retort to warne so at least the pundits know the situation...in all honesty it still amazes me the amount of chatter it generates, it was trending on twitter at one stage last night!! Bizarre
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Botham made comment last night too about the safety factor in retort to warne so at least the pundits know the situation...in all honesty it still amazes me the amount of chatter it generates, it was trending on twitter at one stage last night!! Bizarre
I have seen Sangakkara using Ayrtek helmets for so long and not many have commented on that but Carberry's colors stand out along with the size of his helmet/head.
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Here's a quick snap of our 1st prototype #AdiZero helmet, lighter than a standard RawTek were looking to minimise weight without compromising on the safety provided.
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Oh my. I may need to pop to the bathroom.
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Veryyyyy nice, ever so tempting
I really have no need for a second but this just makes me want one!
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this looks great
have the peaks reduced in size over the first models .... this doesnt look as much like a ducks beak as they used to
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No mate exactly the same mould still, think it depends on colours and the use of pin stripes prob highlights them further.
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After 2 trips to London in the space of 3 days a certain ex England international has opted for the RawTek model for use in the various T20 tournaments going forward :D
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After 2 trips to London in the space of 3 days a certain ex England international has opted for the RawTek model for use in the various T20 tournaments going forward :D
Any new son why broad stopped using it in ashes!
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Thats next on my hit list to get to the bottom of.....
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After 2 trips to London in the space of 3 days a certain ex England international has opted for the RawTek model for use in the various T20 tournaments going forward :D
Thats good news! Actually great news!!
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After 2 trips to London in the space of 3 days a certain ex England international has opted for the RawTek model for use in the various T20 tournaments going forward :D
congrats i would imagine your pretty happy about that. be a good amount of publicity when he next plays
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After 2 trips to London in the space of 3 days a certain ex England international has opted for the RawTek model for use in the various T20 tournaments going forward :D
I've no idea who you could possibly mean!, but well done.
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One of the more positive days iv had at work yes :)
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You have cracked it Tom i did a touch of coaching the other day and saw 2 other teams net and my own team as well there Ayrtek everywhere.
Great stuff mate
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Hopefully it will help increase the products exposure and people will head to their nearest stockist to purchase one :)
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Wes Durston of Derbyshire was in the shop today. He didn't bother with a lid during his net, but said he was wearing an AdiTek this year. He is Adidas sponsored for all kit.
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Yes mate was with Rich from SSS today who are looking after all of the adidas sponsored players. Organising all player issue lids by the end of the month :)
Wes had obviously been using the product for a few seasons now under the Ayrtek brand but will be converted to the AdiPower range along with a few other players.
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Well quite a week for us as a company, starting off the week with meeting KP and showing him the range. Delighted to have him on board and he will start off by using a custom RawTek in the IPL in April.
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Nice of him to follow us on Instagram too :)
Finishing the week with news that Ed Barnard scored a tasty 93 for England in the U19's World Cup
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Lots going on currently behind the scenes as we line things up on the marketing front all of which will be rolled out over the forthcoming weeks!
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Ooh, will they be staying in raw form? Or painted Delhi and Somerset colours?
Great signing mate, good form.
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KP particularly liked the carbon weave so we will have to see what we can do ;)
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Going to be teaming up with Oakley too are you Tom?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSF9Tuso5mo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSF9Tuso5mo)
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KP in the IPL with a AdiPower lid.
Looking good Tom.
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Got mine yesterday, really like it, posted pic on twitter, bit of a pain posting pics on here.