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Equipment => Pads => Topic started by: 19reading87 on October 14, 2013, 12:48:23 PM
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Afternoon all,
As some of you may know my biggest OCD is in batting pads, I can never ever find ever find the right pair. I have been through so many pairs in the last 3 years it's ridiculous!
I get a pair, love them and then within a week or so I find a fault (this is mainly due to my OCD). I have brought pads before, never worn them yet still found fault.
My main issue is the instep, where no matter what I try a hole always appears - it would seem that the cane is pushing against it which causes the hole to appear. You may say it happens over time but I've had issues where it's happened after 1 innings. 2 of the pairs it's happened to:
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(http://i766.photobucket.com/albums/xx307/19reading87/NEW%20cricket%20sale/014.jpg)
Now it's not even a case of buying cheaper pads as I like the majority of us on here am a snob for wanting only the best available and I buy top of the range stuff. The insteps are leather and padded so you would think I would be ok... I'm not!
So with that I thought I would try a mesh instep - great, it works! 6-7 games in and there are no holes there everything is fantasticooo , until I look at the front of my pad and see this:
(http://i766.photobucket.com/albums/xx307/19reading87/null_zps66c5a2eb.jpg)
(http://i766.photobucket.com/albums/xx307/19reading87/null_zpsd15c4b24.jpg)
Now I know many of you will say, it's not affecting performance stop moaning and get on with it but for me pads shouldn't show wear and tear that extreme after a few games.
I have tried 9 brands now and I have found a fault in every pair.... I NEED HELP!!
Also I have always wondered do we need pads of "test level" for the level we play (non of us are test level on here as far as I'm aware). Which brings me to another point are lesser ranged pads built better and going to last over a longer period of time...? For example I know of a couple of people who play on the highest leagues around here(Birmingham premier league) and played county 2s using the GM 808 model they have had for years and the protection seems to work wonders...
Does anybody else have a problem or OCD like this and also can anybody help recommend a pair which (fingers crossed) tick all my boxes and stop me buying pair after pair...!!
Cheers in advance
Reds
P.S I expect Nick to take the pi55 out of this topic ;)
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What size do you use and what height are you? Personally, I don't mind a little wear to my pads, they always feel better after a little wear. I used to just use regular mens pads, but have changed to small mens, and it really does make a difference! Not as much time is needed to get into shape and they don't feel so bulky. I used the Kahuna K1000s last year, and my only issue with them was that there was no padding in the top strap, so it could feel uncomfortable at times, so I bought a pair of Quantum Elites from the SD sale, and so far, they seem to be good! I'll have a check for wear and tear, but I think it could be different for everyone. I don't think you would have that issue with Aero P1 pads! ;)
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Get a grip man! Try batting in matches for only 1-2 balls at a time. THis will negate the problem of them wearing out! I find it works wonders!
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What size do you use and what height are you? Personally, I don't mind a little wear to my pads, they always feel better after a little wear. I used to just use regular mens pads, but have changed to small mens, and it really does make a difference! Not as much time is needed to get into shape and they don't feel so bulky. I used the Kahuna K1000s last year, and my only issue with them was that there was no padding in the top strap, so it could feel uncomfortable at times, so I bought a pair of Quantum Elites from the SD sale, and so far, they seem to be good! I'll have a check for wear and tear, but I think it could be different for everyone. I don't think you would have that issue with Aero P1 pads! ;)
I'm 5ft 10 and use standard men's size
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Can you put up a pic of you wearing the pads?
Not to point fault be you're so far the common denominator...
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I just wear them normally, will try and find a picture though if I can. I don't have them loose or extra tight
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I honestly thought this was a thread about Redders tummy :)
Buy a pair of Puma's, mine haven't worn out in 2 years use but my Duck and Runs have similar problems after 1 season.
(http://images.pitchero.com/ui/58731/1373779255_8113.jpg)
My Puma Pads after 2 years use:-
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Best shot I played that day!! Lol
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I'm 6ft1 and use small mens, so might be worth considering mate.
Another option, get a fabric instep instead of leather, they last longer from my experience (and don't squeak!)
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(http://images.pitchero.com/ui/58731/1373779245_4122.jpg)
(http://images.pitchero.com/ui/58731/1373779237_2214.jpg)
explains some of the pad wear issue - dragging it along the ground!
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Bat side on, rather than front on...
(and you want the buckle on the outside!)
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Bat side on, rather than front on...
(and you want the buckle on the outside!)
Ok.... Will look into the side on bit.
Guessing the buckles won't make much of a difference would they?
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Bat side on, rather than front on...
(and you want the buckle on the outside!)
Not sure what you mean here. Don't the buckles have to in the inside?
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For some manufacturers....For example Kookaburra their pads are designed to have the buckles on the outside of the pad. This is because their lead leg has 9 canes as opposed to 7 I think it is. Therefore the two pads are different and it makes it obvious which pad is for which leg. For some pads though i don't think it makes a big difference as some pads match exactly I believe.
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Not sure what you mean here. Don't the buckles have to in the inside?
It depends on the pads, I think my Kookaburra K1000s had an extra cane on the front leg, so I had the buckle on the outside. It felt weird to start with, but I've gotten so used to it that it's what I do with any pads now! If you have long straps though, you kind of need the buckle on the inside IMO.
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For some manufacturers....For example Kookaburra their pads are designed to have the buckles on the outside of the pad. This is because their lead leg has 9 canes as opposed to 7 I think it is. Therefore the two pads are different and it makes it obvious which pad is for which leg. For some pads though i don't think it makes a big difference as some pads match exactly I believe.
My Ayrtek pads are exactly the same I think,so I don't think it matters.
I used to have straps in the inside, but found it annoying that the velcro of one side would catch on the other pad
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For some manufacturers....For example Kookaburra their pads are designed to have the buckles on the outside of the pad. This is because their lead leg has 9 canes as opposed to 7 I think it is. Therefore the two pads are different and it makes it obvious which pad is for which leg. For some pads though i don't think it makes a big difference as some pads match exactly I believe.
lol - where's Wilkie when you need him!
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Apart from my Technique can anybody name some pads they think I could try?!
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Apart from my Technique can anybody name some pads they think I could try?!
The brand less ones off eBay, shouldn't squeak or wear through
P.S the quality of the coating isn't as good as some other makes so your OCD may not like that so much as it may wear through easier
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Anything with a shorter instep maybe.
(http://www.parikhsports.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/b/o/bow202_1.jpg)
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Anything with a shorter instep maybe.
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Aren't these keeping pads?? Haha
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http://www.prodirectcricket.com/Products/Puma-Bionic-4000-RH-Batting-Pads-Right-Hand-Batting-Equipment-WhiteGunmetalPlasma-Blue-58139.aspx (http://www.prodirectcricket.com/Products/Puma-Bionic-4000-RH-Batting-Pads-Right-Hand-Batting-Equipment-WhiteGunmetalPlasma-Blue-58139.aspx)
(http://www.prodirectcricket.com/productimages/Main/58139.jpg)
(http://www.prodirectcricket.com/productimages/TechSpecs3/58139.jpg)
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you too can look like a Transformer when batting.
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you too can look like a Transformer when batting.
Can you recommend any that make you look like you know what you're doing Buzz?? If so I need to invest in a pair haha
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The puma instep set up that nick posted on page one is the most hard wearing, I think the mongoose super premium pads have the same
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I use the uzi sports green mambas on my brief visits to the crease - seem to be wearing well, but I'm mostly only walking to and from the crease.
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Can you recommend any that make you look like you know what you're doing Buzz?? If so I need to invest in a pair haha
Yes - you take the £40-60 you were going to invest in new pads and buy coaching with the money instead and keep your current pads.
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Got to be some Classic GM Purists.....
Maybe two strap Bas/Morrants etc would be worth a try?
Or storm trooper pumas?
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you too can look like a Transformer when batting.
But they'll probably protect you better and be lighter. It's called technology get over it Grandad.
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Maybe you are wearing your pads quite low down, hence the rubbing with boots/the pitch against the instep? I will inspect my pads for rubbing tonight as I wear mine low down.
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Ooh ahh nice bat mate!!
My pads wear on the inside as well, similar place. I just ignore it because I'm not a vagina ;)
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Ooh ahh nice bat mate!!
My pads wear on the inside as well, similar place. I just ignore it because I'm not a vagina ;)
Hahahahaha tw4t ;)
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These method is very hard wearing aswell
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What sorts that Mate?
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It is a mesh type material over the instep
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Ahhhh, nick and his puma obsession.
I think you need something with a mesh inside, leather wears out quicker.
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Ahhhh, nick and his puma obsession.
I think you need something with a mesh inside, leather wears out quicker.
Think you're right mate - just need to find that perfect pair
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I had a lovely pair of Slazenger the other year, shame until they split down the stitching. Have you tried some GN legend pads? Heard good things about them and they were quite cheap in PDC if I remember.
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SF Platinum might be just the ticket.
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Think you're right mate - just need to find that perfect pair
What about them kook pads you got!?
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I do really like the ss and sf pads. Those ss embossed wilkie had looked lovely.
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leather will last long if they turn it on the other side so the ruffer side
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I've noticed that my Gray Nicholls Legends are wearing away in odd places too, infact there is barely any wear from where you'd think from use, so my guess is that they get worn out when I'm moving my bag around. Just a thought for you...
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Cheers all for suggestions etc.
Still on the hunt so will keep you updated
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I have just got a new set of 2014 embossed ss pads like you I'm a fussy bugger with my pads maybe because at 5-7 and a half I like smaller pads but the ss embossed are better than the gn legends. There a no frills no hassell pad the new b3 pads are quality offering as well when they come out
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I have just got a new set of 2014 embossed ss pads like you I'm a fussy bugger with my pads maybe because at 5-7 and a half I like smaller pads but the ss embossed are better than the gn legends. There a no frills no hassell pad the new b3 pads are quality offering as well when they come out
Hi mate. Have you got a pic of them embossed ss pads? Where did you get them from?
Cheers
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Hi mate. Have you got a pic of them embossed ss pads? Where did you get them from?
Cheers
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