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Equipment => Bats => Topic started by: InternalTraining on December 27, 2016, 07:05:13 PM
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Folks,
It has been long time coming. I have bought bats that were medium weight, that were heavy, high middle, low middle, middle middle, thin handle, thick handle, bow, no bow, and extreme bow. I have done experiments with custom bats and have bought generic off-the-shelf net bats. I just don't see, there is any other type of bat that I can buy and still have enough time to use it. So, today, I am making the announcement that I have ordered my FINAL bat, ever! I shall no longer buy any more bats. If I need to reach for a bat of any weight category, I will simply reach into my cabinet and grab the weight I need. Its been a long journey but alas, I am done. No more.
And, you are wondering which bat is my final purchase. Well it is an ex-pee eighty, two thousand weighing two pound ten ounces. With oil, additional grip, and a anti-scuff sheet, I will get the weight up to two pounds twelve ounces or more.
This is my first step towards my recovery from this addiction. Hopefully, overtime, I can sell off some of my stock on the forum - I got some beauties that I am not using. :)
So, wish me luck! I certainly wish myself plenty. :D
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Wish you all the best. My concern will be the shipping cost out of USA.
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Shipping to the US is very reasonable currently so I'd imagine it can't be too bad coming the other way either.
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I went through this last year. I'm now on my 6th "final bat ever" ;)
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^ Hahahaha
That's what scares me! But, I will be strong and honest about my weakness.
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Great epitaph @InternalTraining
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Did the same last year and suffered bat buying withdrawal syndrome which can only be cured by getting another bat.
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But if it turns out to be "the one" won't you need it copying? :)
I am currently using what could potentially be my "best bat ever" and I'm getting it copied (by the same maker) next month... :-[
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^ You speak the truth and that is exactly what led me to where I am now. "Oh, this bat is too nice! What if it breaks?! I need a copy. I need another. I also need a net bat." I have lost count but the number is between 25 and 30 right now.
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^ You speak the truth and that is exactly what led me to where I am now. "Oh, this bat is too nice! What if it breaks?! I need a copy. I need another. I also need a net bat." I have lost count but the number is between 25 and 30 right now.
where is the Sale thread ??
Specially when you are in the same continent
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I will cull the collection gradually. No sale thread just yet.
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You can only ever use one out in the middle IT.
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Hmm... struggling to believe this bat exists?
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^ It will be shipped tomorrow. I will post pics once it arrives. :)
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I went through this last year. I'm now on my 6th "final bat ever" ;)
I have bought at least 8 after I decided to stop purchasing and start selling. Now planning on the (next set of) last 2 bats; a GP274 from @GDP1964 & another X3 from @Red Ink Cricket.
Hope my OCD will be cured soon.
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Xp80 2000 awesome pick for the alledged last , the problem you have is it needs a kaboom & a 50plus to compare , 35 to 40 cmon when you get over 100 then you have a problem
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^ :D
I have a Warner replica (made by the one-and-only Stuart Kranzbuhler) and it is nearly 2-14. I had to have an XP ! Nobody is doing what Kranzbuhler is doing right now. Why not end this on a high note. :)
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^ :D
I have a Warner replica (made by the one-and-only Stuart Kranzbuhler) and it is nearly 2-14. I had to have an XP ! Nobody is doing what Kranzbuhler is doing right now. Why not end this on a high note. :)
Let me know if you want to part with that Warner replica :D
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A warner replica is special a 50plus on the other hand is another level go get one buddy
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A warner replica is special a 50plus on the other hand is another level go get one buddy
Minimum weight of 50 Plus is 2-14, is it not? Probably because of the big handle?
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Probably because of the soon to be outlawed 50mm edges?
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Minimum weight of 50 Plus is 2-14, is it not? Probably because of the big handle?
Actually the handle isn't big, rather a thin one.
I find Australian Gray Nicolls handles to be thinner compared to UK Gray Nicolls.
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^ What is the difference between Warner replica and 50+? Warner is SSH size where as 50+ is SH size?
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I don't know what weight Aussiecollectors 50+ is but it certainly doesn't feel like 2lb14 and is bigger than the Warner
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50plus weights 2lb 13oz for the 54mm & 2lb 14oz for the 56mm both have the gn skinny oval handle that i love my warner replica 2lb 12oz 53mm ssh the warner actual players sh with a smaller end knob 52mm & weight 2lb 14oz with chrome decals it is the best balanced & feels the lighest did a test blinfolded & all three guinea pigs picked the warner everytime
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^ What is the difference between Warner replica and 50+? Warner is SSH size where as 50+ is SH size?
In terms of profile, I find Warner replica to have little concaving?
In terms of handle, I would guess the thickness would be the same with length being different (Warner being SSH while 50+ is standard SH).
I can use bats up to 2.10 but I find 50+ to be touch heavier for me as the innings progresses.
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In terms of handle, I would guess the thickness would be the same with length being different (Warner being SSH while 50+ is standard SH).
That's what I thought.
I can use bats up to 2.10 but I find 50+ to be touch heavier for me as the innings progresses.
I agree.
A bat picking up light doesn't mean anything, it grows heavy as inning grows long. :D
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Why's that then?
As with the graphite backed blades of yesteryear (which an amateur cricketer could still use), you will be allowed to use them for "the natural life of the bat". If you look after you bats there's no reason they won't last you for years to come.
I probably have enough "soon to be illegal" size bats to last the rest of my playing days if I wished to use them. Equally, I already have plenty of decent sticks that fall within the new size restrictions. I have hit enough sixes with these "small bats" to tell you the new size regulations will make sod all difference anyway...
Agreed. My "normal" and "regulation" bats are good enough for me. But still... :D
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.... snip my warner replica 2lb 12oz 53mm ssh the warner actual players sh with a smaller end knob 52mm & weight 2lb 14oz with chrome decals it is the best balanced & feels the lighest did a test blinfolded & all three guinea pigs picked the warner everytime
Sorry but I think you have been either brain washed by some salesman, or you are bragging too much without even knowing it.
As you can see in the link below, Barry R. is holding THE ACTUAL Warner's bat.
Neither it is a SSH, and nor does it have a "smaller end" knob, AND no "thin" handle.
http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=40874.0 (http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=40874.0)
Sorry to burst your bubble what you have are only buzz words used by a salesman. Your bats are nothing close to Warner's actual bat. IMO.
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Sorry but I think you have been either brain washed by some salesman, or you are bragging too much without even knowing it.
As you can see in the link below, Barry R. is holding THE ACTUAL Warner's bat.
Neither it is a SSH, and nor does it have a "smaller end" knob, AND no "thin" handle.
[url]http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=40874.0[/url] ([url]http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=40874.0[/url])
Sorry to burst your bubble what you have are only buzz words used by a salesman. Your bats are nothing close to Warner's actual bat. IMO.
You're wrong.
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You're wrong.
If you read the last three letters of my post, you will enjoy the human perception element of things that I simply voiced my opinion. My opinion may not be accurate (and I am open to the possibility) but I, as a person, am right or wrong is not something you could figure out - but then again, a desi does what a desi does.
Yeah man, It's not Warner's - Barry Richards is actually holding one of your stolen bats that you whittled in your garage using pre-historic stone tools. Happy now?
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Sorry but I think you have been either brain washed by some salesman, or you are bragging too much without even knowing it.
As you can see in the link below, Barry R. is holding THE ACTUAL Warner's bat.
Neither it is a SSH, and nor does it have a "smaller end" knob, AND no "thin" handle.
[url]http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=40874.0[/url] ([url]http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=40874.0[/url])
Sorry to burst your bubble what you have are only buzz words used by a salesman. Your bats are nothing close to Warner's actual bat. IMO.
We know who doesn't know what they are talking about. The original Warner bats had the knob cut down as can be seen in this pic
(http://i1180.photobucket.com/albums/x406/number414/IMG_0233_zps4xvfjun2.jpeg) (http://s1180.photobucket.com/user/number414/media/IMG_0233_zps4xvfjun2.jpeg.html)
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If you read the last three letters of my post, you will enjoy the human perception element of things that I simply voiced my opinion. My opinion may not be accurate (and I am open to the possibility) but I, as a person, am right or wrong is not something you could figure out - but then again, a desi does what a desi does.
Yeah man, It's not Warner's - Barry Richards is actually holding one of your stolen bats that you whittled in your garage using pre-historic stone tools. Happy now?
Dribble as much as you want but what you wrote was not an opinion, it was incorrect nonsense.
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We know who doesn't know what they are talking about. The original Warner bats had the knob cut down as can be seen in this pic
([url]http://i1180.photobucket.com/albums/x406/number414/IMG_0233_zps4xvfjun2.jpeg[/url]) ([url]http://s1180.photobucket.com/user/number414/media/IMG_0233_zps4xvfjun2.jpeg.html[/url])
He said the replica he has is a ssh, and 2.12 at 53 mm edges.
From your picture, we may not guess the weight but we can take a good educated guess that Warner is not holding anything that has 53 mm edges.
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Ok then here is another
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-3171595/David-Warner-posts-adorable-image-baby-daughter-Ivy-Mae-taking-early-sport.html (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-3171595/David-Warner-posts-adorable-image-baby-daughter-Ivy-Mae-taking-early-sport.html)
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You're wasting your time number4, I think it's someone just taking the piss.
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Warners profile has changed again this season. The edges are nowhere near as big as they were a season ago but the spine seems higher: something between an XP80 and 50plus by the look of it.
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Sitonit the bats in the pictures are 2015 models i have a 2016 & one of the last made as a fact not an opinion when you have a warner that comes with a coa from stuart kratzinbular stating it is a david warner players bat & a picture showing this then you can comment & compare & unlike you both number4 & skip1973 have seen my bats & know what i am saying is true , i don't post pics because of muppets like you , 2016 models came with both ssh & sh handles the reason for the change is because buyers did not realise the handles were so short something other's on this forum will find out when their bats arrive from greg chappell's sales feel free to give your opinion on this
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Dribble as much as you want but what you wrote was not an opinion, it was incorrect nonsense.
He's consistent @skip1973
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Here you go. Let's see the difference
(http://i1180.photobucket.com/albums/x406/number414/IMG_1098_zps2zwloime.jpg) (http://s1180.photobucket.com/user/number414/media/IMG_1098_zps2zwloime.jpg.html)
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Warners profile has changed again this season. The edges are nowhere near as big as they were a season ago but the spine seems higher: something between an XP80 and 50plus by the look of it.
Got any pics or just making things up to get attention?
I just watched the highlights where he scored a century against Pakistan yesterday. And he has a bat whose edges look wider than the face of a harrow bat.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6cdnKLZ22w&t=600s (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6cdnKLZ22w&t=600s)
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There big enough I can tell you that and this was the actual players bat he gifted another International
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50+ @procricket ?
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I have also swung Chris and it is really a unbelievable bat..
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50+ @procricket ?
No this is the actual players bat (wish it was mine) and it was 54mm edge and over 75mm spine and still under 2-14 and picked up mentally and was a ssh.
They are special these bats but then again so are the Halestorm and the Pro performance
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regardless of skill, if someone wants to spend their hard earned money on a piece of willow (whatever the size) then that is up to them.
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wish I could afford one with the import tax killing me
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So @InternalTraining , this bat still doesn't exist? Looking forward to pictures happening, hope it's got a maaaasive bow too ;)
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So @InternalTraining , this bat still doesn't exist? Looking forward to pictures happening, hope it's got a maaaasive bow too ;)
:D
I track the package every day. I should have it in couple of days.
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:D
I track the package every day. I should have it in couple of days.
Looking forward to it!!
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@InternalTraining I recently ordered a 50+ from GCCC. Is there any indication or certificate that it is made by Stuart himself?
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@InternalTraining & @procricket thanks for your input , happy to hear some of you guys have also taken the plunge for a warner , really interested to see what you will receive all up only about 200 of the big bats were made so a rare club to be in
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@InternalTraining & @procricket thanks for your input , happy to hear some of you guys have also taken the plunge for a warner , really interested to see what you will receive all up only about 200 of the big bats were made so a rare club to be in
The Warner replicas were too heavy for my scrawny arms...but am tempted to get the halestorm as my "last bat ever"...based on certain members, it clearly means I am compensating for lack of talent and all I will say is....it's probably true :D
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@InternalTraining I recently ordered a 50+ from GCCC. Is there any indication or certificate that it is made by Stuart himself?
My Warner has a stamp of the letter "S" on the shoulder of the bat. It was one of the 20 made by Stuart Kranzbuhler himself for Mueleman.
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@InternalTraining & @procricket thanks for your input , happy to hear some of you guys have also taken the plunge for a warner , really interested to see what you will receive all up only about 200 of the big bats were made so a rare club to be in
I can't wait for mine! These bats are so much fun. :D
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The Warner replicas were too heavy for my scrawny arms...but am tempted to get the halestorm as my "last bat ever"...based on certain members, it clearly means I am compensating for lack of talent and all I will say is....it's probably true :D
We are clubbies (not pros) so who cares. :D
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After a long wait, all the way from South Perth, WA, it is here! Oh, what a beauty. :)
(http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag466/Limitedintervaltraining/GN-Xp80/IMG_0116_zpsvbxv4bis.jpg) (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/Limitedintervaltraining/media/GN-Xp80/IMG_0116_zpsvbxv4bis.jpg.html)
(http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag466/Limitedintervaltraining/GN-Xp80/IMG_0114_zpsznqaw63f.jpg) (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/Limitedintervaltraining/media/GN-Xp80/IMG_0114_zpsznqaw63f.jpg.html)
(http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag466/Limitedintervaltraining/GN-Xp80/IMG_0108_zpsskb6tqlb.jpg) (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/Limitedintervaltraining/media/GN-Xp80/IMG_0108_zpsskb6tqlb.jpg.html)
(http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag466/Limitedintervaltraining/GN-Xp80/IMG_0107_zps83zvuuei.jpg) (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/Limitedintervaltraining/media/GN-Xp80/IMG_0107_zps83zvuuei.jpg.html)
(http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag466/Limitedintervaltraining/GN-Xp80/IMG_0106_zpsstuslc3l.jpg) (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/Limitedintervaltraining/media/GN-Xp80/IMG_0106_zpsstuslc3l.jpg.html)
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It weighs 2-10 but picks up like a toothpick. The thin handle also helps the easy-to-pick feel of the bat. And, out of the box ping is hitting a pretty high ceiling! :D
I wish I had bought this bat earlier. I missed out on a great one while dilly-dallying with other "options". Just the pickup on this design makes it worthwhile.
It also has a beautiful bow! :D
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Nice.
How's the bow??
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I picked my 50+ up from the parcel depot a couple of hours ago. It is superb, the pick up is unfathomable for such a big bat! 55mm edges & 67mm spine from a quick measure. The reviews I need to do are building up!! Hopefully get my XP80 next week
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I picked my 50+ up from the parcel depot a couple of hours ago. It is superb, the pick up is unfathomable for such a big bat! 55mm edges & 67mm spine from a quick measure. The reviews I need to do are building up!! Hopefully get my XP80 next week
Good bow on mine @smilley792 ;)
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I picked my 50+ up from the parcel depot a couple of hours ago. It is superb, the pick up is unfathomable for such a big bat! 55mm edges & 67mm spine from a quick measure. The reviews I need to do are building up!! Hopefully get my XP80 next week
On one hand, I am excited but on the other hand, there is some regret as well - I would have enjoyed this bat immensely during my last season!
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Nice.
How's the bow??
So, I had had heard comments that it was a nice arc but not a bow. It actually has a very nice bow. The point of the bent on this bat is higher than any other bat I have simply because the middle is so high. Aerial strokes would fly on this thing. ;)
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I think @tim2000s said he was flicking 6's off his pads with ease
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looks amazing, your gonna have alot of fun with that next season
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That's a lovely looking bat to finish with 👍👌
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Nice stick boss.
Is it flat face or round?
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Flat :D
Do let us know how the performance of them is.
:)
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Nice stick boss.
Is it flat face or round?
3+ mm camber.
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so you're not going to buy next year's XP 100 ?
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Awesome last bat ..but just that word last bat makes me :(
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Awesome last bat ..but just that word last bat makes me :(
Gonna be xp 60 next year :(
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so you're not going to buy next year's XP 100 ?
I suspect GN will not any more big bats next year. :(
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I suspect GN will not any more big bats next year. :(
Of course they will!!!
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Very nice! Looks wonderful bat to end your bat buying streak. Sad to know that your 50+ is not with you anymore but is the handle as thin as that? And does XP80 have twine on entire handle?
But on a serious note, I wonder how long it will take till you buy another bat :)
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^ I have a Warner, never bought a 50+. :)
XP has a very thin handle, same as Warner. I have to check the handle under the grip, still admiring the "new ness" of the XP. :D
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^ I have a Warner, never bought a 50+. :)
XP has a very thin handle, same as Warner. I have to check the handle under the grip, still admiring the "new ness" of the XP. :D
I'm sorry, I thought you had that.
I look forward in hearing how it plays, especially in the lower half of the bat.
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I'm sorry, I thought you had that.
I look forward in hearing how it plays, especially in the lower half of the bat.
They play really well. Due to the height of the spine, the middle is really long, and lots of fun! So much fun in fact, they really should be illegal. Oh. Hang on a minute.
Even lower down the face, you are still getting good rebound.
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@tim2000s has yours got twine on or tape if it has tape do you notice any difference
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@tim2000s has yours got twine on or tape if it has tape do you notice any difference
I don't know. I've never looked, and obviously, I can't tell the difference, because nothing made me check!
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They play really well. Due to the height of the spine, the middle is really long, and lots of fun! So much fun in fact, they really should be illegal. Oh. Hang on a minute.
Even lower down the face, you are still getting good rebound.
For a 2-10 bat, it picks up like a toothpick! I am going to beef it up with oil, anti-scuff sheet, and a second grip which will bring the weight close to 2-12.
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Have you done anything to protect the toe of your XP80 @tim2000s ? I don't know if it's just because the spine is so big but it feels tiny!
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Have used an xp80 for over 6 months now lots of yorkers no splits or any issues lots of hours knocking it in they have a soft face & toe compress really evenly timing hits the ball further than bat speed with these beauties
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Have you done anything to protect the toe of your XP80 @tim2000s ? I don't know if it's just because the spine is so big but it feels tiny!
No, but I grew up when bats weren't massive like some we see now. These bats have toes that are no thinner than normal bats were in the eighties and nineties, so I have no worries about the toe.
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They play really well. Due to the height of the spine, the middle is really long, and lots of fun! So much fun in fact, they really should be illegal. Oh. Hang on a minute.
Even lower down the face, you are still getting good rebound.
Gracious me! I look forward to someone posting them in for sale section! :D