Choices - Salix vs SS
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ProudDad

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Choices - Salix vs SS
« on: July 29, 2014, 09:41:59 AM »
My son is in need of some new pads before a tour to Australia (Most likely facing bowling of 130 kmph +) and we cannot decide between the SS test opener pads
(for 2014) or the Salix pod players pads. The price for the SS pads is $130 NZD  (65 pounds) and for the Salix pads it is $160ish- $170 NZD (80-85 pounds). All i am asking, is that is there a significant difference in protection, quality etc and/or just your general opinion on which to go for and why.
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Re: Choices - Salix vs SS
« Reply #1 on: July 29, 2014, 10:10:34 AM »
Both of the pads will be of similar quality and stand up to your requirements, IMO I'd go for the SS if you're picking between the 2 - otherwise you're just spending more money on the Salix name for no real reason
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Re: Choices - Salix vs SS
« Reply #2 on: July 29, 2014, 03:41:26 PM »
The Salix pod arma will offer suitable protection mate and will save you a few £ mate as the protection levels are suitable for that pace of bowling mate a couple of mates use them in the kent premier level. I use the HH pads which are the same as the arma model basically and have no problems with bowling machine on mid 80's when I get wrapped on pads.
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Re: Choices - Salix vs SS
« Reply #3 on: July 29, 2014, 04:03:30 PM »
Save your money and get the SS pads.

I doubt you'll notice the difference other than you've saved a bunch of money.
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Re: Choices - Salix vs SS
« Reply #4 on: July 29, 2014, 05:06:26 PM »
Agree with Eddie, the SS pads are just as good (if not better)... the Pro level pads are like wearing little battle tanks on each leg... you don't feel a thing... light and comfortable as well... definitely recommend 2014 SS softs
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Re: Choices - Salix vs SS
« Reply #5 on: July 30, 2014, 11:26:04 AM »
Thanks very much for the contributions, sorry SOULMAN12 but we have decided to go for the SS pads. Once again, thanks again to everyone who replied to my post.
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Re: Choices - Salix vs SS
« Reply #6 on: July 31, 2014, 10:52:49 AM »
Just to add I currently have SS Test Opener (as worn by most SS sponsored Pros) and have never felt any discomfort at 90+ MPH (bowling machine).

For me these offer the Perfect combination of style, comfort and protection.
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