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Calibre 4000 Pads
« on: October 09, 2013, 02:29:04 PM »
I took a punt on the Prodirect Cricket Sale and brought some very affordable Calibre 4000 Pads. For once no drama's with PD and they were tracked all the way to the front door. I opened them up and got exactly what was described - Mens Calibre 4000 pads:-





Very nice pads. I have form with Puma Pads, owning a Youth Kinetic 4000 pair from 2011. Have to say the 2011 pair feel better quality, the top hat is PVC not cotton and the similar fabric has been used on backing to the front pad, as opposed to some more rugged weave on the 2011. The instep/knee boosters looks similar apart from the central one being cotton again. Says PVC free on the Calibre 4000 and I guess that's why. Only other thing I noticed was the knee support was thicker and the pad in general went a bit further round the leg, not surprising given its an adult size. Does it fit my legs, just about, my knees just come up to the knee bolster but the top hat feels a little high. I think a bit of walking around tonight is required.
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Re: Calibre 4000 Pads
« Reply #1 on: October 09, 2013, 04:55:47 PM »
Any chance you can pop them on a set of scales pls?
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« Reply #2 on: October 09, 2013, 05:06:28 PM »
I almost ordered a set but havih ordered and had major problems with PDC and PDS before I didn't bother.

If they're too big let me know and ill take them off your hands mate :)
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Re: Calibre 4000 Pads
« Reply #3 on: October 09, 2013, 05:07:20 PM »
Quote from: uknsaunders on October 09, 2013, 02:29:04 PM


Very nice pads. I have form with Puma Pads, owning a Youth Kinetic 4000 pair from 2011. Have to say the 2011 pair feel better quality, the top hat is PVC not cotton and the similar fabric has been used on backing to the front pad, as opposed to some more rugged weave on the 2011. The instep/knee boosters looks similar apart from the central one being cotton again. Says PVC free on the Calibre 4000 and I guess that's why. Only other thing I noticed was the knee support was thicker and the pad in general went a bit further round the leg, not surprising given its an adult size. Does it fit my legs, just about, my knees just come up to the knee bolster but the top hat feels a little high. I think a bit of walking around tonight is required.

Wear 'em down the pub!
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Re: Calibre 4000 Pads
« Reply #4 on: October 09, 2013, 05:49:37 PM »
How much did you pay for them ?
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Re: Calibre 4000 Pads
« Reply #5 on: October 09, 2013, 06:36:38 PM »
Mussaduq - I paid £19 including postage.

smokem - The pads weigh 691 grams.

Liam - To cover my costs it would cost me £19+postage ,which would be silly.buy them direct - http://www.prodirectcricket.com/Products/Puma-Calibre-4000-Right-Hand-Batting-Pad-Batting-Equipment-WhiteMagnetoOrange-Spark-40113.aspx
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Re: Calibre 4000 Pads
« Reply #6 on: October 09, 2013, 07:07:23 PM »
I bought some of these from prodirect too. very impressed with the pads, how you finding the two straps?
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Re: Calibre 4000 Pads
« Reply #7 on: October 09, 2013, 07:11:13 PM »
My other puma pads were 2 strap so no real issues.
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Re: Calibre 4000 Pads
« Reply #8 on: October 09, 2013, 08:22:15 PM »
Quote from: uknsaunders on October 09, 2013, 07:11:13 PM
My other puma pads were 2 strap so no real issues.

I prefer two strap.  I find the newer versions straps are generally longer than they used to be.
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Re: Calibre 4000 Pads
« Reply #9 on: October 12, 2013, 02:44:15 PM »
How do these pads compare to what you currently have? Pretty tempted to pick up a set...
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Re: Calibre 4000 Pads
« Reply #10 on: October 13, 2013, 04:07:03 PM »
my tall are you? just wondering about your comment that they come far up passed your knee
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Re: Calibre 4000 Pads
« Reply #11 on: October 13, 2013, 04:23:32 PM »
Quote from: jwebber86 on October 13, 2013, 04:07:03 PM
my tall are you? just wondering about your comment that they come far up passed your knee

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« Reply #12 on: October 13, 2013, 05:36:48 PM »
Quote from: jwebber86 on October 13, 2013, 04:07:03 PM
my tall are you? just wondering about your comment that they come far up passed your knee

My pair were fine for me and I am 6'1
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Re: Calibre 4000 Pads
« Reply #13 on: October 13, 2013, 08:59:28 PM »
ive just ordered a pair as well. i was on the look out for a lightweight set of pads hopefully i dont get any issues with PDS as other users have
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