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Title: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: Batoff on May 03, 2014, 08:04:11 PM
Evening all.
I have decided that low middle bats seem to suit my front foot game, but when I play my back foot drive I hit the ball higher up on the bat.

As you can gather this presents a problem.

To help me, please would you suggest some shapes for me to think about.

Thanks
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: tim2000s on May 03, 2014, 08:21:27 PM
I think you should be looking at a twin peaks style shape with a double middle....

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Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: Batoff on May 03, 2014, 08:25:18 PM
Thanks, that is an idea. I am not convinced though
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: lewis_faulds on May 03, 2014, 08:35:33 PM
MC shape?
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: JB on May 03, 2014, 08:42:40 PM
What about a Velocity from Paul Aldred? Mine is a G3, it's around 2.11/2.12 has a max spine of 57mm 120mm up the blade and it still has a 50mm spine height 280mm up the blade (just under the stickers) it has a nice long playing area. I think the shape is worth a look, also the finish of the bats is top quality.
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: JB on May 03, 2014, 08:47:14 PM
Also depends on your budget, I also have an Affinity Spectre which was a bit more expensive. It is a good shape for front foot driving and has a really good sized sweet spot. The pick up is very surprising for the shape! Not sure if the Spectre is available in really light weights though. Customer service is really good buying direct from both Aldred and Affinity, you will not be disappointed.
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: LEACHY48 on May 03, 2014, 08:54:46 PM
ST shape from B&S has a really long middle, and offer great value for money, plus Gary is great to deal with, really cant recommend the service and product enough
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: Batoff on May 03, 2014, 09:16:31 PM
Thanks, please keep the suggestions coming.
Interesting.
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: JB on May 03, 2014, 09:23:48 PM
Can you tell us your price and weight range?

H4l hellfire might be good for you also, they have a mid middle which has a lot of coverage. It is one one the first of my bats that I reach for. You can also pay around £130 -£150 for a devil or £300 for a pro so available in all price ranges.
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: Batoff on May 03, 2014, 09:41:01 PM
Hi, thanks, I am really asking for shapes, I have a wonderful source for my bats, who knows my weight ish and I we usually agree a price, no problem.
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: procricket on May 03, 2014, 09:42:03 PM
My new butterfly shape is the ticket take a look in the b3 section.

But your source does indeed get some good bats
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: Chad on May 03, 2014, 10:22:42 PM
Is it a low swell you want? I actually find that the offset edge does seem to lengthen the middle. Maybe a mid or mid-high middle with offset edges and a spine running down to the toe? I guess it depends what weight and what kind of pick up you like!
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: tim2000s on May 03, 2014, 10:28:25 PM
Just go for an icon....

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Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: SOULMAN1012 on May 03, 2014, 11:50:02 PM
Look at the new Newbery Mjolner shape mate.
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: Number 11 on May 04, 2014, 12:20:25 AM
Hold your bat up higher ;)
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: kal_m on May 04, 2014, 03:05:47 AM
Newbery Bomber B52 XL is worth a look...my personal favorite
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: Blank Bats on May 04, 2014, 07:09:51 AM
Sounds like a technique issue to me, I have a really good batting manual my coach wrote that you might want to borrow ? 😉
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Post by: amritpremi on May 04, 2014, 07:16:49 AM
SC series 1 profile looks worth a shot for you.
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: cricketfan6969 on May 04, 2014, 08:05:02 AM
Maybe a gray nics x181?
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: FattusCattus on May 04, 2014, 09:07:41 AM
I think you would benefit from a long session in a private batting clinic with The Monger.

That will sort you out.
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: procricket on May 04, 2014, 09:36:50 AM
Bruce I want to try this Monger out mate.
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: FattusCattus on May 04, 2014, 09:46:31 AM
Perhaps some time over the next couple of weeks you will my friend - she's a little bit dirty, as she's up for anyone to use her!

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Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: Batoff on May 04, 2014, 06:15:18 PM
Fattuscattus, please spare me that uncouth baton.

What are the forum's views on the kudos or tour xl?
Thanks
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: FattusCattus on May 04, 2014, 09:06:40 PM
I think you need to perhaps take a look at the ST Samurai if you need to look at a low bottom.
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: TheBiologist on May 10, 2014, 05:16:38 PM
Sounds like a technique issue to me, I have a really good batting manual my coach wrote that you might want to borrow ? 😉

Can you please share it with us ? :-)
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: Buzz on May 10, 2014, 05:51:41 PM
Can you please share it with us ? :-)

I think Canners is referring to the below, but Batoff don't listen to Canners... you have excellent tekkers
custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=22148.msg393676#msg393676
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: TheBiologist on May 10, 2014, 05:53:21 PM
I think Canners is referring to the below, but Batoff don't listen to Canners... you have excellent tekkers
custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=22148.msg393676#msg393676

Thanks mate!
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: procricket on May 10, 2014, 06:22:09 PM
Here you go Batoff something to think about



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Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: fasteddie on May 10, 2014, 06:54:12 PM
From what you've said, H4L Hattori, Aldred Velocity, the new Newbury Mjolnir (I've got one and it's amazing), H4L NV, BB have a great low middle bat, also B3 have much to offer.
All of which are available between 150 and lots.

He problem isn't the location of the middle, it's the huge choice!

It's down to the brand and what floats your boat.
Title: Re: low and long middle bat shapes?
Post by: Batoff on May 10, 2014, 09:19:30 PM
Thanks, lovely looking bat Mr B3.

Lots of lovely shapes...