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Companies => Off-the-shelf companies => Gray Nicolls => Topic started by: DorsetDan on July 29, 2017, 04:07:15 AM
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I agree completely with the above! In GCCC this morning andwas completely underwhelmed by the GN offering. The Kookaburra stuff (with the exception of the ridiculously priced Khwaja model) was pretty average as well.
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Love the Atomic finally somebody has update the zizi
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I hope you've taken a bag big enough to fit some bats in.
If you were to buy a naughty Atomic over there don't they remove the VAT?
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I still chuckle to myself about Impala's rather unfortunate IS branding
Did you buy that XP80? :D
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@DorsetDan , have you been to Mueleman's?
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Ah you beat me to it. 😄
Did you see the 50 mm edge 2-12 Signature?
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Oh, Meuleman's... why are you on the wrong side of Aus?
(https://www.meulemans.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Gray-Nicolls-XXX11-Bat-Side-613x800.jpg)
Used it in a net, friend has one that is 2-8. Ping was out of this world!!!! Too light foe me but very impressed with XXX11. Mueleman's are made by Stu Kranzbuhler.
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From what I was told that they are supposed to be lighter (usable) version of Warner. Shape is exactly as pictured, mid hump and all...it is a big bat for size. Have you seen big/light CAs? Same size. I will see if I can get some pics for comparison.
I think Mueleman has 2-9/2-10 as well.
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I think the silver is a great bat . Ive also seen a couple atomics (new , smaller) in about 2lb7oz that were very nice to pick up . I like the idea of the gem , havent seen if this years warners are the same/different etc . Not fussed on the predator, although it wasnt a bad shape , just a bit 'samey' . Rest of their range is a bit disappointing tbh.
Those meulemans look interesting though !
Oh , and I've been told by gccc and kingsgrove staff that the elite isn't staying for this season .
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£350 for a G2 XXX :o
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I imagine all these shapes will conform to the new mcc bat sizes. In which case they will all look much the same.
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That is the perfect bat!
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Yeah @DorsetDan the elites remind me of a lighter xp70 . They are a good bat .
The xxx11 looks so good shape wise . I was contemplating paying $765au for a silver , but if i can get the lesser g1 version of a xxx11 for $699 it makes me want to reconsider .
Pity you haven't gotten to see more of the likes of legend , silver , ultimate, prestige etc . I think that side of the current range is far superior to their standard models that will be endorsed by the pros . Makes me wonder why gn au won't get a Renshaw , Marsh etc to actually use one of those bats .
If you want to have a laugh while you're here you should go look at the cricket section of Rebel Sports !.... it will make you feel fortunate by comparison ( ie even Sports Direct wouldn't be as bad ).
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Which model is that green one? Looks amazing. Where is the image from too, please?
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Yep, the other impressive thing about the Elite in store was that it was very, very full. Makes me think if you root around the shelves this time of year there may be some gems before GN start changing models and discontinuing others.
Are manufacturers under some sort of obligation to produce bats within the new size restrictions? If not, it does make you wonder why they are dropping the big bats and slimming to 50+ to the Signature and so on...
They cant be if kook have the oversize khawaja kahuna . But gn changed the velocity /atomic etc at least a month ago...... but they knew already about the icc regs coming into effect in oct . The only thing i can put it down to is change of heart or anticipation that all other manufacturers would conform to regs . But gn have made a big mistake in my books , as our lacklustre response to their range implies .
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Just found it on the website - Velocity Players bat. If it were in a lighter weight that would be fantastic.
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I really like what I've seen of the Elite. It does look to be of a XP70 type profile only in a better grade.
Looking at the website the Atomic isn't in their handmade range but I reckon the few with 45mm edges instead of the 40mm ones just might be some of the Melbourne factory pre production ones. Especially seeing as they seem to pick up better.
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If you're on facebook have a look at kingsgrove sports Newcastle, I put a pic up of the couple Lynn velocities we got in, sold with in a day.
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If you're on facebook have a look at kingsgrove sports Newcastle, I put a pic up of the couple Lynn velocities we got in, sold with in a day.
This one?
https://scontent-amt2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/19598911_1613467545353874_4696909401274827471_n.jpg?oh=51f735fbc904fee8a3c130adc7f2a663&oe=5A36C845
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No that's a velocity 2000, the players choice has a square toe, similar shape though.
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If you're on facebook have a look at kingsgrove sports Newcastle, I put a pic up of the couple Lynn velocities we got in, sold with in a day.
How big were those? :)
Square toes are the best, loved by most players.
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I didn't measure to be honest, may have just squeezed into legal size. Measuring edges and spines seems to be more an overseas thing, I can't think of a time a customer in store has asked for measurements. Our stores only received a small amount, not sure about other companies, most of ours are on back order.
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That Velocity is absolutely perfect! Massive edges and a shorter blade 👌
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Found these - Velocity Powercurve - Williamson Players Edition
https://i.imgur.com/5P1TSTs.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/zhr9iLU.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/9JHnVmU.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/oMx5bNe.jpg
Still have no idea what to do without photobucket!
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What's the difference in size between a Small Men's and SH in Oz?
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Under the youth sizes for most of the bats on the website. BAS Players for about £150, XP70 1200 £130.
Would be interesting to see how a regular SH and a SM look side by side.
(http://www.kookaburra.biz/~/media/images/blog/cricket/kookaburra%20small%20mens%20cricket%20bats%20size%20guide.png?h=333&la=en-gb&w=600)
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The players choice velocity bats are superb. I stumbled across it and almost bought one on the spot. An absolute club. And, dare I say it, reasonably priced in the midrange.
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The players choice velocity bats are superb. I stumbled across it and almost bought one on the spot. An absolute club. And, dare I say it, reasonably priced in the midrange.
Where? With large edges ?
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You can just pop a cap on the top of the handle to make it a short handle couldn't you? I use shorter blade stuff anyway. Are the face widths the same?
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You can just pop a cap on the top of the handle to make it a short handle couldn't you? I use shorter blade stuff anyway. Are the face widths the same?
That's true that you could "pop a cap" ...but it would affect the balance, would it not?
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Do other countries stock the KW edition or just NZ?
The one in the photo looks massive.
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Do other countries stock the KW edition or just NZ?
The one in the photo looks massive.
I don't think these bats are available or made in large enough numbers. What good are pictures if you can't buy them! *thumbs down icon*
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Email the guys at Players Sport in NZ, sure they can sort out delivery.
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Looks on the face of it at least to be the same shape as the Players Choice but double the price
I suppose it makes sense that laser etching a player's name should add even more value than sharpie does. Just think how much they'd be going for if they'd lasered on 'Willyamsun'! ;)
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^ Hehehe.
What a racket!!
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Where? With large edges ?
At GCCC east Sydney. Big edges, full profile, square toe and picked up really well for such a big bat. Bat was grainy too. Not bad for the 500aud mark.
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I suppose it makes sense that laser etching a player's name should add even more value than sharpie does. Just think how much they'd be going for if they'd lasered on 'Willyamsun'! ;)
Willyamsun.... he's the Japanese opening batsman , no ?
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At GCCC east Sydney. Big edges, full profile, square toe and picked up really well for such a big bat. Bat was grainy too. Not bad for the 500aud mark.
It is a "Pre-order" bat on their web site.
This poor guy is struggling. https://youtu.be/8u72mim-Txs?t=7 :D
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It is a "Pre-order" bat on their web site.
This poor guy is struggling. https://youtu.be/8u72mim-Txs?t=7 :D
He's all over the place in most of his reviews.
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He's all over the place in most of his reviews.
His reviews are a joke
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Outstanding review @DorsetDan! Swear these by regulations are destroying the game.
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Yeah , nice teview @DorsetDan . The silver and atomic were the only bats in this years range i was considering. .... until the xxx11 . I think the variability in shapes among the same model is a real negative .
Why dont you just stay on in oz .... you can have the video review job at gccc instead of that bloke who reminds me of the pubescent kid on the Simpsons who's voice is perpetually breaking ! :D
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@Biggie Smalls I'm not sure my voice or look is an upgrade but I could provide the material to a suave, smooth operator :)
Interesting we both picked out the Silver and Atomic. Talking with the guys in thecricketwarehouse their standout was also the Atomic but they expected the generic meh bats to sell best.
I was going to drop in on you and say hi but had to dash... :)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4322/36138357062_681e408e86_n.jpg)
Forgot to mention the XXX11... I missed the cut off to get one shipped to me in time otherwise I would have liked a look. See a good balance of everything.
Holy crap ! Hahaha ..... i need to go visit that place , where's it at ?
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If you happen to pop into another store @DorsetDan a picture of the size difference between the two would be absolutely great.
Reviews are absolutely fantastic, have to admit I like the looks of the Atomic too. That and the XXX11 look by far the best this year.
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Ah , thanks mate , I'll have to remember to visit the next time I'm in Melbourne . Might get my photo taken there and then pretend i own the joint . ;)
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I was at Kilbirnie Sports last week when I had to pop back for a funeral from the uk. The players edition is meant to be a "Chris Lynn" style bat. Very full coverage but still complies with the new regs. Most seem to weigh 2.9 or 2.10 from memory.
The KWs are lovely bats, no concaving and still at the max size. They had one at 2.8 and the rest were 2.9.
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I was at Kilbirnie Sports last week when I had to pop back for a funeral from the uk. The players edition is meant to be a "Chris Lynn" style bat. Very full coverage but still complies with the new regs. Most seem to weigh 2.9 or 2.10 from memory.
The KWs are lovely bats, no concaving and still at the max size. They had one at 2.8 and the rest were 2.9.
were the KW bats shorter blade?
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were the KW bats shorter blade?
No, they are full size SH. Big size, low weight.
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@DorsetDan , great reviews!
I am disappointed to hear that the Signature didn't feel good. I had my eyes on the 50mm Signature in 2-12.
why do you think there is variability of shapes in the same model?
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@DorsetDan , great reviews!
I am disappointed to hear that the Signature didn't feel good. I had my eyes on the 50mm Signature in 2-12.
why do you think there is variability of shapes in the same model?
Signatures aren't supposed to be 50mm. Signatures are basically a smaller 50+ to conform to the new regulations. Only Meulemans got them in the 50+ shape and so their weights will be 2.14+. Regulation signatures are 2.12 minimum.
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Mueleman's had a couple 50+ mm Signatures in 2-12.
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purchased GN Signature from Kings groove Aus early this week, will be delivered to me next week ... its 2.12 ..
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@ursmasti , there is no pic uploaded.
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@ursmasti , there is no pic uploaded.
not sure what wrong with my photobucket account .. when i do preview it shows the image :(
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Which model did you buy @ 2-12?
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Which model did you buy @ 2-12?
GN signature
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GN signature
50mm+ edge?
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50mm+ edge?
i dont know exactly the sizes yet .. their website says 40mm edges all thru the bat . i haven't received the bat yet
here is picture of bat which i uploaded to flickr
https://flic.kr/p/X9QdMv
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GN Marsh Atomic looks like an interesting shape. Anyone seen one in the flesh (guess you'd have to be around Perth)?
Just over the water, has anyone had hands on the KW Velocity? Same as the Velocity Players Choice but lighter weights?
I haven't, but meulemans sells the marsh atomic....so might pop up somewhere outside perth too . Apparently grade 2 , 2lb9oz .
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I have a velocity Players Choice in 2'9 , I would say that it is the best bat I have owned.... It is light , has a full profile and the shorter blade makes it a good choice for a power hitter that I like to think I am haha. I have just bought a Gem in 2'4 also... I will put pics up shortly , I had to convince myself that I was not using a junior stick.
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I have a velocity Players Choice in 2'9 , I would say that it is the best bat I have owned.... It is light , has a full profile and the shorter blade makes it a good choice for a power hitter that I like to think I am haha. I have just bought a Gem in 2'4 also... I will put pics up shortly , I had to convince myself that I was not using a junior stick.
I also got one in 2.10-2.11 weight. I can’t wait to use it! After reading your comment, I am very excited to see it.
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I have a velocity Players Choice in 2'9 , I would say that it is the best bat I have owned.... It is light , has a full profile and the shorter blade makes it a good choice for a power hitter that I like to think I am haha. I have just bought a Gem in 2'4 also... I will put pics up shortly , I had to convince myself that I was not using a junior stick.
interested to know aussie.kooky, assuming 2'9 is your usual weight when are you planning on using the 2'4?
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Sometimes you do get the rare 1 off weight wise
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Sometimes more than 1
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@well past my peak , I bought the Gem purely to try and improve my bat speed in the nets. To be honest ... The Players Choice velocity I have picks up a bit lighter than 2'9. The aussie GN bats have an insane pick up feel this season.
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I bought the Gem purely to try and improve my bat speed in the nets.
@aussie.kooky would it not be more beneficial to have a heavier bat? Get your bat speed up to the same standard, then go back to your normal bat and your bat speed would be quicker as you have been use to using a heavier bat?
Just my theory....
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@aussie.kooky would it not be more beneficial to have a heavier bat? Get your bat speed up to the same standard, then go back to your normal bat and your bat speed would be quicker as you have been use to using a heavier bat?
Just my theory....
Can't remember who it was but I read a quote of an old pro who played with a heavier bat than they used in the nets as the adrenaline of playing meant it kept their timing and batspeed the same as the lighter bat in practice.
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Can't remember who it was but I read a quote of an old pro who played with a heavier bat than they used in the nets as the adrenaline of playing meant it kept their timing and batspeed the same as the lighter bat in practice.
@springbok45 I can see that working as well.
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I have always tried to set it up that all of my bats (nets/wet weather/game) feel the same, similar anyhow,
I will use a light bat for drill work, eg one hand drills or a training bat but will only use that off/pre season as I find it plays on my timing.
Perhaps it's just me being fussy
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What a thread, so many belters
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So....my xxx11 custom grade (g1) arrived this morning. It's the strangest initial impression ive ever got from a bat .
I was told it was 2lb7.9oz , sticker said 2lb7.3oz . Dead weight wise it felt 2lb8oz . First time i picked it up i thought the pickup was on or just over the dead weight and i wasnt impressed .
I got out my closest weight bats ( ca big bang 2lb7.9oz , ca big bang 2lb7.6oz , ca plus 15000 2lb8.4oz ) and started comparing dead weight and pickup weight feel ( dont have scales atm ). After swinging around all the bats somehow the xxx11 started to feel lighter dead weight wise and pickup wise . If it actually was 2lb7.3oz i wouldn't be surprised. Pickup is about the same as the 2lb7.6oz big bang, maybe better . I thought 'this is weird'.
I did a mallet test and the pressing is medium ....not as soft feeling as i like or have experienced with all my previous gns (other than one of my xp80s) .Response was decent but less than i was expecting .
I started tapping up a ball and instantly felt depressed.....'ive got a dud' ! , i thought .
I noticed that the face was extra extra flat. On close inspection it is like the e41 and a61 of 2011ish - the face is beyond flat and actually slightly concaved ( not quite as much as e41 or a61 were). I remember when i first bought my 2 e41s and a61 that tapping up a ball felt crap unless it was straight out the middle (the concave made off centre taps feel wrong , but actually batting with it it felt great).
I started tapping up a ball again . Felt crap. I kept tapping whilst thinking about how disappointing this bat felt. I kept tapping for about 10 minutes . I put the bat down , picked it up again , started tapping and suddenly the response and middle felt great -not soft , but very very pingy nonetheless. I thought 'this is weird'.
I looked at the bat studiously, noticed the borderline crazy thin shoulders , next to no spine at the shoulders , super thin handle and wondered how the bat could pick up so well.
Speaking of the handle , it's the skinniest handle ive ever felt ( which suits me fine , i love skinny handles ). It has a similar shape to an exp80 at the bottom but is slightly rounder at the top.
So , this bat specifically has 10 straight , mostly even grains , 1 grain width of heartwood on righthanders inside edge , no blemishes (although 2 small knots partially covered by stickers on the back, they are shallow and only superficial ).It has 44mm edges and 67-68mm ish spine .
It actually feels a lot like an atomic with a bit more swell . Overall , it is like a mutant hybrid of a kaboom , atomic , e41 . This bat creates more of an illusion re wide bat (when you look down at it in your stance) than any bat ive ever held....i measured its width to check the toe wasnt 109 or 110 mm etc , but it is 108mm the whole way .
Overall , i think the bat will benefit more from knocking in /oiling re feel/softness then most of my other bats . If it never got any better i would still say it will be a bit of a canon . Feels beautiful in the hands and its size for weight is astounding.
I'm surprised how much i love this bat considering a couple hrs ago i felt depressed about it and wish i hadnt bought it . Weird .
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Btw... i know the bat doesnt exist due to no photos ( im too incompetent ), but i thought people would still prefer to hear my impressions rather then hear nothing .
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If the grains open up like these two , & i know they will , you will have a cracker , just watch the grains come to life , then enjoy(https://s1.postimg.org/4t5z7xvnwv/20171031_221546.jpg) there is another on the forum who has just ordered a xxx11 will let him tell his story in time
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.....one thing i forgot to mention : although the xxx11 stickers are a treat in the flesh , whoever put the stickers on my bat was either high , drunk , or both at the time....the front red gn sticker is so unparallel to the edges that my ocd went nuts when i saw it . ;) :D
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Keep on knocking in, I’m sure it’s not a dud
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Keep on knocking in, I’m sure it’s not a dud
Yeah i already feel its very responsive . Could maybe need a tad more knocking/oil than my usual prep , and as Aussiecollector said , when then grains open up it will improve further and it should feel softer . But even atm it is pingy af ..... its just that it wasnt a few hours ago when i first got it. I dunno , maybe she was stressed out from the travel to sydney from perth , maybe the courier manhandled her or something ,but she's relaxed now and she feels great :) ( but it's like it felt like a dud, then 10-20 minutes later it felt great. Like i mentioned -weirdest first impression from a bat ever) .
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We’re going to Scotland on Friday night to see our friend who’s back from Aus, I’ll see mine then! Thought we’d have seen her last weekend gone when she was closer but unfortunately didn’t! Whilst the wife and her are getting emotional about how much they’ve missed each other I’ll be checking out the willow :D
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Yeah i already feel its very responsive . Could maybe need a tad more knocking/oil than my usual prep , and as Aussiecollector said , when then grains open up it will improve further and it should feel softer . But even atm it is pingy af ..... its just that it wasnt a few hours ago when i first got it. I dunno , maybe she was stressed out from the travel to sydney from perth , maybe the courier manhandled her or something ,but she's relaxed now and she feels great :) ( but it's like it felt like a dud, then 10-20 minutes later it felt great. Like i mentioned -weirdest first impression from a bat ever) .
Do you like the handle, it felt very skinny to me..... I had the opportunity to see one of CBF members XXX couple of weeks back. Response, pickup, and size for the weight was top knotch but handle seemed skinny
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Skinniest handle ive ever seen on a bat , but i like skinny handles . Its a lovely shape but i can see anyone who needs a medium-thick handle not being impressed and adding more medical tape or a second grip to the handle to thicken it up a bit.
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I’ve finally got the XXX11, first impressions are that it’s a big bat for weighing just over 2.9. I went for the Players grade and it looks good for grade 2. Very thin handle, probably the thinnest I’ve had on a bat. It’s got 45mm edges and a spine of just over 70mm. It certainly doesn’t pick up like a feather which I like as I prefer a heavier bat. I’ve only bounced a ball on it but the response of it is very good.
Once I’ve read the thread on adding pictures I’ll put some up
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Postimage.org was very simple to use
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Forgot to mention the bow for @InternalTraining!! How could I forget??!!
It has a subtle bow, a lot less than the bow on my 50+
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Forgot to mention the bow for @InternalTraining!! How could I forget??!!
It has a subtle bow, a lot less than the bow on my 50+
Hmm...that's interesting. It has been a while since I saw my friend's 2-8 XXX-11. I don't remember the bow situation. I will ask him. :)
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Stunning that can’t wait to get my one is it full width or is it 105 wide like my atomic
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Stunning that can’t wait to get my one is it full width or is it 105 wide like my atomic
Ouch ;)
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Ouch ;)
Not to worried about the width the atomic is special mate
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I’ll measure it in the morning
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Not to worried about the width the atomic is special mate
The width was mentioned in the original for sale post... http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=42566.0 (http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=42566.0) . With it being mostly middle, I never thought it was a problem.
The 'ouch' was for that it's no longer mine.
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The width was mentioned in the original for sale post... [url]http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=42566.0[/url] ([url]http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=42566.0[/url]) . With it being mostly middle, I never thought it was a problem.
The 'ouch' was for that it's no longer mine.
No problem at all it’s a lovely bat
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Finally got around to digging my mallet out to test the response of the XXX. Very impressed, it responds very nicely 2 inches off the toe to an inch and a half below the stickers. The pressing is really good
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Finally got around to digging my mallet out to test the response of the XXX. Very impressed, it responds very nicely 2 inches off the toe to an inch and a half below the stickers. The pressing is really good
Good to hear my one should be here very soon and I found a velocity players choice in 2.9 as well to go with it
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Hope you find something you like @DorsetDan, I’ve ordered a Custom Kaboom through skip.
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Custom is the safer (but presumably more expensive) route I reckon.
I done the same with a velocity players choice with a long Handel instead of the ssh feel it was the best way to get what I wanted especially after doing a great job on my custom atomic black
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Custom is the safer (but presumably more expensive) route I reckon.
Price was the same as what was on the website I’m sure
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All county bats in oz are made by gn ....even going back to when Warney used county his bats were made by Stu.
I still dont like the A stamp on the blue indian made atomic....even if its not an aussie made indicator .
@DorsetDan you need to bare in mind that most of the good stock (within the popular brands) is gone by this time of the season....so sometimes , at this time of year , less popular brands will have better sticks on the shelf .
Nice detective work /comparison on the atomics btw.
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A teammate just bought a $300 steeden bat from gccc....its a great bat , well balanced and pings. I think they are a good , under the radar, budget choice for a quality stick.
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A stamp means the bat conforms to international law , & is done by hand when stickered up , the batmakers at the GN factory in india have been trained by the best , @JB & @simonmay5 your bats have been completed & given the STU treatment , very special indeed & yes simon 2018 decals as well , enjoy the best from the best , no excuses now gentlemen
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Thanks @Aussiecollector, now the wait!!!
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I wanted to make sure I got another one of the Big Aus GN's, with the restrictions now in place for the Pro's it might be the last of them.
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Their going to be some happy chaps on the forum today
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This may be a stupid question but are/were there any Oz made Atomic 700's & or was it just the 1000's & 1400's... ?
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Their going to be some happy chaps on the forum today
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Which one has the highest spine? What their weights?
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I did notice they'd sold out of the players grade XXX. It looks like you'd played a large part in that Simon.
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That Players bat on the left is a beauty
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The weight start at 2.7.8 and the heaviest is 2.9.1 all have 45mm edges the biggest spine is 72mm extremely good value especially as all made by Stuart
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Love the profile of those bats, I agree the players on the left looks special.
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The weight start at 2.7.8 and the heaviest is 2.9.1 all have 45mm edges the biggest spine is 72mm extremely good value especially as all made by Stuart
wow!!!
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Don’t suppose any of our Oz retailers on here are able to confirm if they have and Oz made 700’s at all?
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I need to get one of those bad boys 👌
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I am not associated with an Aussie retailer , however I believe only the higher grade bats (1500 , Players Choice) and all the hand made editions are made in Melbourne. I had a Velocity 1200 and even though that was Grade 1 it was made in India. Hope this helps.
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I've got 4 B3 Crowns -absolutely brilliant..exactly what I asked for, knew exactly what I was getting. I couldn't recommend them highly enough. Bob Meuleman picked me out a GN XXX 11 hand crafted bat made by SK which was also superb- but it seems to have a character that the B3s lack due to being hand-made.
Bob heavily discounted the bat for me which put it on par with what the B3 Crowns cost.
In Australia, I believe Bob tobe the man to source bats through as his 40yrs experience in the industry is evident when he hand picks your bat for you.
With his connection to SK and GN you cant go wrong!
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GN Oz confirmed there were some lower grades made in Oz but very little and they imagine none that are remaining.
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In Australia, I believe Bob tobe the man to source bats through as his 40yrs experience in the industry is evident when he hand picks your bat for you.
With his connection to SK and GN you cant go wrong!
He picked gems for me! Good man Bob.
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I've got 4 B3 Crowns -absolutely brilliant..exactly what I asked for, knew exactly what I was getting. I couldn't recommend them highly enough. Bob Meuleman picked me out a GN XXX 11 hand crafted bat made by SK which was also superb- but it seems to have a character that the B3s lack due to being hand-made.
Bob heavily discounted the bat for me which put it on par with what the B3 Crowns cost.
In Australia, I believe Bob tobe the man to source bats through as his 40yrs experience in the industry is evident when he hand picks your bat for you.
With his connection to SK and GN you cant go wrong!
Welcome @Tassie tiger. Enjoy the forum. Lots of really helpful posters and posts await.
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Interested to see what you guys think of the 2018 range , sticker sets have a matt gray nicolls red with gloss highlights & embossed features , some bats starting to trickle out now , keep an eye out.
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Interested to see what you guys think of the 2018 range , sticker sets have a matt gray nicolls red with gloss highlights & embossed features , some bats starting to trickle out now , keep an eye out.
We will need a new thread!
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Stunning can’t wait to get my new one the stickers look great
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Such a tease
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Looks like there will be a Kronus in the GN Aussie range:
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For those that have read this this thread and wondered what the fuss is about, why not actually try one, there is a very nice XP80 in the sale section. ;)
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For those that have read this this thread and wondered what the fuss is about, why not actually try one, there is a very nice XP80 in the sale section. ;)
If it was that good it wouldn't be for sale, would it? :-[
Edit: before anyone takes this seriously - for anyone who don't know, I'm mates with @Chalkie and that was a joke!
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If it was that good it wouldn't be for sale, would it? :-[
Well its a mix of things. I already have an XP80 in my bag, plus several other great bats that will all need a share of my limited time at the crease this season. So this one will just sit in the spare room for at least 12 months and would rather someone else gets some use out of - even if I am taking a big loss on it.
Would suggest you buy it but it is even less likely to see a cricket ball if that happened. ;)
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Well its a mix of things. I already have an XP80 in my bag, plus several other great bats that will all need a share of my limited time at the crease this season. So this one will just sit in the spare room for at least 12 months and would rather someone else gets some use out of - even if I am taking a big loss on it.
Would suggest you buy it but it is even less likely to see a cricket ball if that happened. ;)
If you have the matching softs I'll buy it... :D
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You can always buy its brother the Velocity XL and the Velocity softs.
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Anyone know what are the bats to the side of the kronus with green/red/colored stickers and dots at bottom. Havent seen those before but the shapes look good...
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Anyone know what are the bats to the side of the kronus with green/red/colored stickers and dots at bottom. Havent seen those before but the shapes look good...
At a guess I would say they are next aus seasons hand crafted range, so legend, ultimate, silver, prestige ect..
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At a guess I would say they are next aus seasons hand crafted range, so legend, ultimate, silver, prestige ect..
Correct, 3 new bats in the Hand crafted range too.
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any details on what the 3 new hand crafted bats will be?
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Anyone know what are the bats to the side of the kronus with green/red/colored stickers and dots at bottom. Havent seen those before but the shapes look good...
The 'dots' appear to be stars ....in the formation of the Southern Cross.
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Spot on @Biggie Smalls , & they look great.
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Spot on @Biggie Smalls , & they look great.
Yeah i think its a good move for the hand crafted range . Point of difference and a reminder that its made in melbourne .
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https://youtu.be/dV8SnnG5uDQ
2.36 The Elite. The best bat I have ever owned you far. Early 90’s
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How much import tax are people paying?
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Think my 50+ was about £100 Dave
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Cheers Jon
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How much import tax are people paying?
Have a chat with @simonmay5 he has imported a few recently and can give you some tips if you are thinking of buying Aus GN
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Have a chat with @simonmay5 he has imported a few recently and can give you some tips if you are thinking of buying Aus GN
Cheers got a mate playing in Perth and another in Sydney.
Will have a chat with all.
Seen the Replica mmm but it cleans me out nearly...
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Just been looking at the photo above, the first bat on the left of the Kronus’ is right up my street! Profile looks meaty all the way down
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agreed mate looks a great one that. I think i leave it 100 pound for import not my cup.
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Just been looking at the photo above, the first bat on the left of the Kronus’ is right up my street! Profile looks meaty all the way down
My guess is that it’s the Signature model
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i did pick up a English select extreme at 2/10 and a bit recently 5 straight grains i guess that will have to do.
Love Atomic shape mostly looks brilliant..
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I officially have a problem.....
My parcel arrived this morning with it's little treat from Oz to myself in it.... 3 new Oz Made Atomic's to go with my 2 UK made options.
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Er... why 5 of them?!
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2 Uk made as they were too expensive to order from Oz. Then GCCC had a sale and I ordered two Ozzie made 1200’s as they came within affordable levels for me.
They only had 1 Ozzie made 1200 so for an extra 75 I got a black and 1000.
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I do like that Atomic black edition. If, for what ever reason, it doesn't take your fancy, just let me know.
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@Calzehbhoy
How much was the wallet damage on those 5 and how much did you pay for the import duty.
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Wasn't massive costs.
Prices were pretty much as per GCCC website and customs was around £100 for the 3 of them which was less than I was expecting. The UK's are around £130-£150 each.
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Spoilt for choice there - fantastic collection of single model bats. Are there any noticeable differences between the UK made and the three Aussie made bats? They look pretty similar form the photos.
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Came home to my customs letter from parcelforce, going to pick the Warner beast up tomorrow. Very happy with the cost of the import, only £22.64
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Need to sort some photos out, this thing is enormous! 47mm edges and an 80mm spine
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Need to sort some photos out, this thing is enormous! 47mm edges and an 80mm spine
Sounds like it's a beast. What's the weight?
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2.14 written on the handle sticker, haven’t had chance to weight it myself
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The thing i love about these bats is the handle shape the oval bottom hand with the rounded top i like the thin handles too.
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The thing i love about these bats is the handle shape the oval bottom hand with the rounded top i like the thin handles too.
It’s a forum fad mate 😜
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It’s a forum fad mate 😜
It is doesn't mean there not good bats.
The xxx9 i have been using is just a great bat if there all like that then i can see why people are raving.
:D
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It is doesn't mean there not good bats.
The xxx9 i have been using is just a great bat if there all like that then i can see why people are raving.
:D
I look forward to trying it out on Thursday mate 😜
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Sorry no can do pal I'm at a leaving do unfortunately oh yeah it mine!!! :D
As for the bats my James Taylor matchused bat i'm lead to beleive was made in Austrlaia and thats the best bat bar 1 other i have ever had!!!
I saw a xxx11 the other day too man that was a nice nice bat too.
Yes good bats are made by all makers- well most.
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Right then folks, I hope the retailer don't mind but some more pictures...
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XXX 11 has a 45mm edge and is 2.9. Players choice probably isn't too far off for peak edge size, maybe smaller spine and the shape of the profile seems spot on. Only downside is this one is 2.14.
I already have a 2.15 monster in the form of Procricket's silly 50mm egde short blade Chase so that rules out the Players choice I think for being too similar and I'm sure the pickup wouldn't be half as good.
That just leaves the XXX 11 which for some reason doesn't grab me as much as I thought it would, even at 240gbp- it would be great to see this supposed mini-Warner in person but that won't be possible and I don't fancy the gamble. Ah well, time to invest that money in coaching and time on the bowling machine I think!
Just having a read through this out of boredom- that velocity on the left has been in my kit bag all season! its got the same markings anyway! awesome bat!
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Does anyone have a direct contact of the sales rep in Players Sports NZ? They dont seem to reply to my emails on the GN KW edition cricket bat.
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melrose@playerssports.co.nz
P 0800 522 8170
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Try their facebook chat function?