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Equipment => Bats => Topic started by: RavReaper on July 21, 2019, 08:55:10 PM

Title: Returning Player Seeking Advice
Post by: RavReaper on July 21, 2019, 08:55:10 PM: Hi Everyone,

I am a returning player to the wonderful game. All my previous equipment is too small/ wrecked.

I have been reading the online forums and trying to build up as much advice as possible.

I am seeking a bat in the region of £120-£160.. with a low mid middle, and a slight bow. I have been looking at the 2019 SS TON Power Blaster, which fits all these aspects and is grade 3. Would like to know people's opinions on this bat.

In addition, I require batting pads, gloves and a helmet. However, I would like these to be a high quality but cheap... i.e 2nd hand would be ideal. If anyone has any suggestions that would be great.
Title: Re: Returning Player Seeking Advice
Post by: Cholrudee on July 21, 2019, 10:52:10 PM: Save yourself a fortune and shop with https://www.sportsdirect.com/cricket/all-cricket-equipment (https://www.sportsdirect.com/cricket/all-cricket-equipment)
Title: Re: Returning Player Seeking Advice
Post by: jayralh on July 22, 2019, 07:22:14 AM: Sports direct is good choice. Online stockist would be another option. If you buy all equipments they might be able to do a deal but you have to consider custom charges in case.
eBay great way to start aswell with good used bats on bargain sometime and they are match ready too.
Title: Re: Returning Player Seeking Advice
Post by: edge on July 22, 2019, 07:30:36 AM: Just as a counterpoint... the majority of sports direct stuff is low quality tat pushed out to hit the cheap prices - for example the Slaz spikes are always popular due to the prices but I see several pairs a season disintegrate mid-match. If you're on a budget, go bargain hunting in the sales for some kit from someone who isn't just flogging rubbish at the lowest price point possible and you'll thank yourself later.
Title: Re: Returning Player Seeking Advice
Post by: Buzz on July 22, 2019, 08:51:30 AM: If you want a bat in that reasonable price range speak to a forum sponsor, that will get you the best value in my opinion.
Title: Re: Returning Player Seeking Advice
Post by: SOULMAN1012 on July 22, 2019, 04:08:52 PM: Speak to Rob @sixsixes cricket who is a a forum sponsor and he will sort you out. I would strongly suggest you look at GM Signature bats in your budget especially the GM Noir.

As for pads and gloves on the cheap and second hand if that’s what you want then Ebay.
Title: Re: Returning Player Seeking Advice
Post by: Psi on July 22, 2019, 05:16:21 PM: I have some very high quality good condition second hand M&H pads for sale, £25 posted. I can post pictures if you are interested. Also matching M&H gloves and some good quality pullovers available. Just pm me for details.
Title: Re: Returning Player Seeking Advice
Post by: alexhilly1492 on July 22, 2019, 05:47:41 PM: I have gloves I can sell £15 quid posted cicada lovely gloves just not using them
Title: Re: Returning Player Seeking Advice
Post by: Red Ink Cricket on July 22, 2019, 07:14:07 PM: I can sort you out with a bat made to specs and the pads and gloves. Happy to offer a bundle deal if you have all 3. Drop me a pm if you want to discuss.
Title: Re: Returning Player Seeking Advice
Post by: Yorkershire on July 22, 2019, 08:41:25 PM: Yup GM Noir Signature or take up the offer by Red Ink.

Better than going sports direct... a bit of a lottery...