Custom Bats Cricket Forum
Equipment => Pads => Topic started by: harry gamble on December 06, 2014, 07:02:04 PM
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Hi all
So it looks like there are some good looking pads on the market this year (2015 season up coming) and also last years pads look good also, getting paid (with Christmas bonus as well) soon and would love to invest in some new pads for the up coming season as mine are getting a bit tatty and yeah I need help choosing.
So was wondering what you guys all recommend.
Hope to get some good feedback
Type away :D
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Aero P1. So light.
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what is you budget, that makes a difference.
given most pads are very similar I would go for a brand you really like.
personally I am a huge fan of the Blank Bats new kit, but love my GM kit.
just looking at the sponsors will give you some great options.
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You won't go wrong with any of these!
http://www.vitascricket.co.uk/products.php?id=704 (http://www.vitascricket.co.uk/products.php?id=704)
http://www.vitascricket.co.uk/products.php?id=888 (http://www.vitascricket.co.uk/products.php?id=888)
http://www.vitascricket.co.uk/products.php?id=581 (http://www.vitascricket.co.uk/products.php?id=581)
http://www.vitascricket.co.uk/products.php?id=1189 (http://www.vitascricket.co.uk/products.php?id=1189)
http://www.vitascricket.co.uk/products.php?id=1084 (http://www.vitascricket.co.uk/products.php?id=1084)
http://www.vitascricket.co.uk/products.php?id=1037 (http://www.vitascricket.co.uk/products.php?id=1037)
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You can go with our iwn Uzi pro pads as well as black mamba pads, very few pairs left.
There are plenty available on our web site, TON, Salix etc
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what is you budget, that makes a difference.
given most pads are very similar I would go for a brand you really like.
personally I am a huge fan of the Blank Bats new kit, but love my GM kit.
just looking at the sponsors will give you some great options.
around the £80 mark, any ideas
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around the £80 mark, any ideas
RPC Heritage are pure class
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Traditional or Moulded?
personally I would go for Morrants or AeroP1.
They look different but are a different class when it comes to weight and protection.
with traditional just get whichever stickers you fancy.
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RPC Heritage are pure class
yeah they look decent tbf
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What gloves, bat(s) do you use?
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What gloves, bat(s) do you use?
At the moment im using gray nics oblivion e41 limited edition bat and milichamp and hall t2 gloves
I would preferebly want a pad that is plain looking so they match the t2 gloves,
I like the look of the new newbery kudos pads and the vyper venom le pads also.
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Cant go wrong with gn legend pads and would match the bat?
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If you have a budget of £80, the Gray-Nics Legend (although having said that they are actually £99.99) should be on your shortlist as well as the Ton Test Opener, VKS Players Edition. The Ton Test Opener are one of the lightest top end legguards on the market and for really well. We have them in Small Mens, Mens and Large Mens.
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I second the VKS pads. I bought the Superlights for £36. They're light indeed, comfortable, close fit/ wrap well around the leg for nimble running and protection satisfactory for 70mph bowling. Going well for the last 5 months being used twice per week. Fair value. If and when I upgrade then I'll will con sider VKS again. Design not to everyone's liking is all. I like the relative lack if branding. I have a review on here if you search under vks.
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I second the VKS pads. I bought the Superlights for £36. They're light indeed, comfortable, close fit/ wrap well around the leg for nimble running and protection satisfactory for 70mph bowling. Going well for the last 5 months being used twice per week. Fair value. If and when I upgrade then I'll will con sider VKS again. Design not to everyone's liking is all. I like the relative lack if branding. I have a review on here if you search under vks.
Good to hear you are happy with the Superlites.
They have the more modern look, whereas the Ultra Series at £44.99 and Players Edition at £69.99 have the traditional design.
All have minimal branding with the main emphasis on comfort and protection with good looks.
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What does everyone think to the new newbery kudos pads, they look good and have a good price also.
Or Online Stockists unbranded pads, maybe tempted, what you think
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If you want the kudos pads go for it, but don't be surprised if next year the professionally stitched Kudos 2 pads are released and are 25% more expensive than the original ones... :-[
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Hey @harry gamble hammer cricket has a sale on their 2014 Limited Edition batting pads...
http://www.cricketstoreonline.com/batting-pads/hammer-le-batting-pads-2014-15/ (http://www.cricketstoreonline.com/batting-pads/hammer-le-batting-pads-2014-15/)
Don't know what will be the cost to ship to the UK though.
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Whats the difference between the the Moonwalkr and Aero P1 batting pads?
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The Aldred softs are very good. I also like H4L, you wouldn't go wrong with either of them.
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I've always rated the quality and style of the Newbery pads myself. Had Thruxton and SPS II pads in past couple of years and no complaints.
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@joymarvin Aero P1 has different length pads for right and left leg depending on which side you bat from. I'm a right-handed batsman and my right leg pad is shorter than the left leg pad. They require a thigh-pads made by the company to complement the batting pads. Both products are top notch. I wear Aero small size pads and they are lighter than Morrants.
Moonwalkr pads are same length for both legs and they a rep not the lightest pads in the market .
Whats the difference between the the Moonwalkr and Aero P1 batting pads?
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Any links to the Moonwalkr pads?
Are Aero P1s still available on the market.
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@The Palmist You can check with Aero about your local retailers. I got mine from a retailer in Canada.
Any links to the Moonwalkr pads?
Are Aero P1s still available on the market.
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I've always rated the quality and style of the Newbery pads myself. Had Thruxton and SPS II pads in past couple of years and no complaints.
what are the sps 2 pads like for weight and fit
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Probably not the lightest but certainly light enough. I'm just shy of 6ft and find the pads a nice fit. Not too big and bulky and mould to the leg quite well.
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Used morrants for a few nets now and I really love them. Perfect fit, superlight, great protection and do not much when running.
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Can anyone recommend some two strap pads?
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Can anyone recommend some two strap pads?
http://uzisports.com/cricket-pas-seniors/TON-senior-cricket-pads?product_id=886 (http://uzisports.com/cricket-pas-seniors/TON-senior-cricket-pads?product_id=886)
http://uzisports.com/cricket-pas-seniors/slazenger-pads?product_id=1257 (http://uzisports.com/cricket-pas-seniors/slazenger-pads?product_id=1257)
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I agree with the Ton pads Asad has suggested. I used them for a season and was very pleased with them. A team mate now has them and loves them.
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Has anyone tried the slaz pads? I've currently got some pumas which I like but being a couple of seasons old cant seem to find them anywhere :(
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Bellingham and smith are selling off their 2014 LE pads for 25 quid. They have padded straps too. I have a pair and I can't fault them. Order through their website.
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If anyone is looking for some top end pads the Affinity pads are spot on. I love my Salix Pod Players pads but the affinity pads are even better. They are lighter, same level of protection and the comfort is superb