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Companies => Off-the-shelf companies => Gray Nicolls => Topic started by: Drupy01 on June 02, 2016, 09:43:36 PM
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Anybody used or seen one in the flesh yet? Don't know if to take the plunge and get one!
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Far too big for me, I might be able to handle a XP70 for a quick 30 odd
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From Gccc it is more expensive than kaboom and 50+
500 for the bat another 25 for shipping and probably another 100 on customs?
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Customs is what puts me off from getting anything from Aus. Ridiculous prices
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Customs is what puts me off from getting anything from Aus. Ridiculous prices
Get at least one
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What was M&H's bat with relatively small edges but massive spine? Quite high middle?
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^ Amplus.
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Do you have to pay customs if you were to get it 'gifted' by Australian relatives?
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What was M&H's bat with relatively small edges but massive spine? Quite high middle?
Distinction mk2 version.
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Distinction mk2 version.
That's the one! Does that mean GN have copied a shape from 5 years ago...
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needed to grab some new gear from the local store, while I was there, as always headed over to swing a few sticks.
All the new on for GN were in stock, so spent my time within that range. XP 70/ XP 80. 50+, elites and slivers.
My initial impression of the XP was woo, the pickup was incredible for the size of the swell but after a convo I was having with another punter who was also swinging bats, told me that he was there to pick out a new bat as the XP he just brought was being exchanged unwarranty. Shoulder crack was attempt to be repair by GN (glue) but the repaired failed, I guess that can happen with any bat and at least the customer was being look after, which is also my experience with aus GN.
However it prompt me to re look at the XP and my initial impression turn to , insane, crazy, extreme and I mean that in a bad way. 70/80 mm spine is massive and the shoulders and toes are where they have made some serious weight reductions. Perhaps they have gone just too far particularly with the light/med weight ones, a lot of wood hanging of those skinny shoulder.
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The XP80 is so big you just giggle and laugh when holding it and swinging it, probably the way you would if you took a Ferrari for a test drive.
I'm really impressed with the XP70 and Elite bats. Stunning bats at a much more digestible price.
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I have one coming to me on Wednesday for knocking. Owner has a GN XP70 1200, GN Silver and as of Friday a XP80 2000. I have asked him to bring around all three for comparison photos. I'll post a link to my photos next week and the obligatory post knock video when done.
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The XP80 is so big you just giggle and laugh when holding it and swinging it, probably the way you would if you took a Ferrari for a test drive.
I'm really impressed with the XP70 and Elite bats. Stunning bats at a much more digestible price.
Have to agree. Held a couples of XP80 in the shop and thought they were 2.9 and they were much heavier. I was going to buy a cheap XP70 650 this week but I actually didn't like the handle feel on second try. XP80 is just so imposing.
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Indian factory vs Melbourne.
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Was impressed at the size and pick up. They were 2'11 but all felt really light. The only issue I'd see is that they wouldn't fit in traditional bat covers or covers in bags.
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I have one coming to me on Wednesday for knocking. Owner has a GN XP70 1200, GN Silver and as of Friday a XP80 2000. I have asked him to bring around all three for comparison photos. I'll post a link to my photos next week and the obligatory post knock video when done.
I would love to hear your thoughts on the rebound on XP80. It's on my list but have had mixed thoughts about it.
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Is the XP80 or XP70 going to be released in the UK, please? If not, what is the best way of getting hold of one?
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Have to import it from one of the retailers in Australia, although a cheaper option of your not fussed about the stickers or bow just the profile would be seeing if b3 had suitable clefts and asking them for a replica
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Is the XP80 or XP70 going to be released in the UK, please? If not, what is the best way of getting hold of one?
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GN UK are releasing 2 massive profiled bats for 2017. Both are similar to the Warner Replica bats that started this steady stream of massive bats from GN Aus
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GN UK are releasing 2 massive profiled bats for 2017. Both are similar to the Warner Replica bats that started this steady stream of massive bats from GN Aus
When would we be able to see these. Brochure wise and the like
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When would we be able to see these. Brochure wise and the like
They aren't highlighted at all in the brochure for some reason. Just listed as models in ranges, very easy to regard them as grades within those ranges
We saw the launch for 2017 a few weeks ago, I'll see our rep again fairly soon I guess, might be able to sneak photos but may not be allowed to be released until after the lords show in September
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One of the lads from my club has a pair of the UK release versions - his mate works for GN so sends him prototype bats and spare stash all the time.
Put it this way, both weigh 2.10.5, both have 50 mm edges and the pick up's are simply outrageous. I thought they were both a light 2.9 at first. Quite a high middle and very concaved, the spine isn't a great deal bigger than the edges - almost like a 'W' shape
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One of the lads from my club has a pair of the UK release versions - his mate works for GN so sends him prototype bats and spare stash all the time.
Put it this way, both weigh 2.10.5, both have 50 mm edges and the pick up's are simply outrageous. I thought they were both a light 2.9 at first. Quite a high middle and very concaved, the spine isn't a great deal bigger than the edges - almost like a 'W' shape
Any chance of getting a pict of these bats :-) ??
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One of the lads from my club has a pair of the UK release versions - his mate works for GN so sends him prototype bats and spare stash all the time.
Put it this way, both weigh 2.10.5, both have 50 mm edges and the pick up's are simply outrageous. I thought they were both a light 2.9 at first. Quite a high middle and very concaved, the spine isn't a great deal bigger than the edges - almost like a 'W' shape
So, like the new M& H bats.
AUS version big bats sound more chunkier.
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One of the lads from my club has a pair of the UK release versions - his mate works for GN so sends him prototype bats and spare stash all the time.
Put it this way, both weigh 2.10.5, both have 50 mm edges and the pick up's are simply outrageous. I thought they were both a light 2.9 at first. Quite a high middle and very concaved, the spine isn't a great deal bigger than the edges - almost like a 'W' shape
Sounds like the NC654 that everyone was hating on
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Not far off from the M&H shape in all honesty, the only major difference is we aren't lied to regarding the source! On a personal note I think the shape is a little silly, you're not actually meant to use the edges so why have them bigger than other areas of the blade? If you're a good enough batsmen you'd be looking for maximum coverage off the middle, not the edge...
But I'm sure it'll sell well!
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Not a massive fan of concave do bats with huge edges but the xp80 really takes my fancy !! The only issue is the price couldn't justify that would much rather have a custom made from a smaller brand
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Not a massive fan of concave do bats with huge edges but the xp80 really takes my fancy !! The only issue is the price couldn't justify that would much rather have a custom made from a smaller brand
They have little to no concaving and the edges are small by todays standards.
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They have little to no concaving and the edges are small by todays standards.
yes sort of, IMO because of the huge spine it gives the impression of being concaved, think traditional profile bat 30mm edges full profile then add a additional sharp spine on top. then reduce the toes and shoulders. = XP80
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So, like the new M& H bats.
AUS version big bats sound more chunkier.
The samples I saw were nothing like the M&H W-shaped bats.
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The samples I saw were nothing like the M&H W-shaped bats.
Your description did sound similar to the M&H W's.
I am intrigued to say the least.
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Photos of XP80 2000, XP70 1200 and a Silver are up on my page.
https://www.facebook.com/MarcsCricketBatPrepInformation/posts/1576292956008172 (https://www.facebook.com/MarcsCricketBatPrepInformation/posts/1576292956008172)
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2lb10?! That is impressive, although what a shame the middle is so high - I know it's intended for Aussie tracks but imagine what could be achieved putting all that wood lower down the blade in a more conventional shape.
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2lb10?! That is impressive, although what a shame the middle is so high - I know it's intended for Aussie tracks but imagine what could be achieved putting all that wood lower down the blade in a more conventional shape.
It was done a few seasons ago with the H4L Tempo and other bats.
http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=32064.msg518579#msg518579 (http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=32064.msg518579#msg518579)
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Photos of XP80 2000, XP70 1200 and a Silver are up on my page.
https://www.facebook.com/MarcsCricketBatPrepInformation/posts/1576292956008172 (https://www.facebook.com/MarcsCricketBatPrepInformation/posts/1576292956008172)
How is the response on XP-80?
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I have to admit I spent more time drinking beer and talking cricket bats then tapping the bats.
Off my mallet the XP80 pinged quite well and sounded very good. The other bats I have are nearing completion so the XP80 better than the Kookaburra Pro 1500 but not as good as the Aldred Silver Sovereign I have in. It will be a much belter when knocked.
I remember tapping up the 50 plus I knocked in June and thinking my B3 3 stripe was better, but when knocking was completed it just hit the ceiling of my room every bounce where the B3 which was 6 oz lighter needed a bit of whip. Neither bat was played in.
The Aussie made GN bats I have had have all had a firm press that comes to life after oiling and knocking. It will be a cracker of a bat.
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Here you go.
https://youtu.be/sOvQNh222gI
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great vid thanks Marc, what's your opinion on shoulder durability?