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Equipment => Bats => Topic started by: StillNotOut on October 15, 2015, 07:14:17 AM

Title: Bat for tailender
Post by: StillNotOut on October 15, 2015, 07:14:17 AM: Morning all,

Need some advice on a bat. Being a bowler, I tend to bat between 8-11 depending on the match and situation. I wouldn't class my batting quality to a top order batsman however I wouldn't say I'm useless either.

Having had my trusted MRF Genius X for 10 years, it's time to upgrade!

I play at park league level and have put aside around £100. Would that be a sufficient amount?

Any advice would be appreciated.

Thanks
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: rich041187 on October 15, 2015, 07:25:48 AM: What kind of batsman are you as a tailender? How heavy can you handle? Favourite shots? Are you looking for instant performance or another bat that will last 10years?
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: tommo256 on October 15, 2015, 07:27:38 AM: B&S 3* fits the bill
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: StillNotOut on October 15, 2015, 07:39:08 AM: I would say I'm a more off sided player with the drive through cover being my favourite shot.

In terms of a player - i wouldn't say I'm a typical hit and hope tailender but do lack the discipline of a top order batsman. Doesn't have to be a bat that lasts another 10 years
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: Mel Jessop on October 15, 2015, 07:41:02 AM: B&S fits your budget nicely, or put just alittle more into the budget and go for a custom made lower grade willow like a butterfly from Aldred or Red Ink.
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: Neon Cricket on October 15, 2015, 07:52:04 AM: http://www.vitascricket.co.uk/products.php?id=1258 (http://www.vitascricket.co.uk/products.php?id=1258)

Job done, almost impossible to do better for £100 without going second hand.
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: StillNotOut on October 15, 2015, 08:11:46 AM: Thank you all!

I assume 2.9-2.10 is classed as lightweight?
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: rich041187 on October 15, 2015, 08:13:57 AM: This? http://www.prodirectcricket.com/products/Ton-Legacy-Cricket-Bat-Blue-Black-Silver-Ton-Cricket-Bats-Bopara-Cricket-Bats-82965.aspx? (http://www.prodirectcricket.com/products/Ton-Legacy-Cricket-Bat-Blue-Black-Silver-Ton-Cricket-Bats-Bopara-Cricket-Bats-82965.aspx?)
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: Neon Cricket on October 15, 2015, 08:14:25 AM: Quote from: StillNotOut on October 15, 2015, 08:11:46 AM
I assume 2.9-2.10 is classed as lightweight?

Speak to @Vitas Cricket - they'll be able to help there!
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: rich041187 on October 15, 2015, 08:15:36 AM: Or spend a little bit more and get this for a great price http://www.prodirectcricket.com/products/GrayNicolls-Powerbow-GenX-5-Star-Cricket-Bat-Black-White-95852.aspx? (http://www.prodirectcricket.com/products/GrayNicolls-Powerbow-GenX-5-Star-Cricket-Bat-Black-White-95852.aspx?)
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: Seniorplayer on October 15, 2015, 08:27:04 AM: Take a look at the Red Ink section on here or contact Red Ink Johns bats are Custom made theres been some belters on here recently and you may get a forum discount.
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: StillNotOut on October 15, 2015, 08:37:57 AM: Quote from: Seniorplayer on October 15, 2015, 08:27:04 AM
Take a look at the Red Ink section on here or contact Red Ink Johns bats are Custom made theres been some belters on here recently and you may get a forum discount.

Thank you. will review all the options before making a decision. Have a few months before the new season starts so no need to rush :-)
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: Vitas Cricket on October 15, 2015, 10:23:14 AM: More than happy to help you with any questions about a suitable bat.

pm me or email jake@vitascricket.co.uk
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: StillNotOut on October 15, 2015, 10:27:40 AM: Quote from: Vitas Cricket on October 15, 2015, 10:23:14 AM
More than happy to help you with any questions about a suitable bat.

pm me or email jake@vitascricket.co.uk

Thank you Jake. Will catch up with you this evening :)
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: Topgun on October 15, 2015, 11:06:57 AM: 2.9-2.10 is more medium than light
Title: Re: Bat for tailender
Post by: Seniorplayer on October 15, 2015, 11:13:10 AM: Quote from: StillNotOut on October 15, 2015, 10:27:40 AM
Thank you Jake. Will catch up with you this evening :)

Just remembered if its any help Red Ink have a sale on at the moment.