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[ilanz_bess]

Just saw this on Twitter. Just looks like a glorified ball and socks...might be a good idea though.

http://achillescorner.blogspot.com.au/2015/02/batting-forever-training-tool-from-puma.html?m=1

[Knightrunner]

I think that's a great idea. Will definitely help batters get ready before heading on to the pitch. Could even have it for practising at home.

[WalkingWicket37]

I want one! Glorified ball in a sock or not I think it's a good idea.

Actually, I have a golf practice net somewhere, I could put a ball on a bit of string and make some sort of DIY version if I can find the time

[ilanz_bess]

Dont get me wrong it's a great idea...I just think it's something we or our club can do for ourselves and it's virtually inexpensive, rather than buying one.

[RF]

Cross between Swing ball and Cricket, 2 great games.

[Chalkie]

Any idea where they can be bought from and the price?

[peristocle]

Looks great

[eukaryote76]

Can't see it myself. Would have to be cheap or have more money than sense. I could imagine using it once. Cricket ball on a piece of rope = cheaper, more versatile, more mobile, more useful and you don't need a room or another big bag to store it.

If you were desperate for indoor solo fun, how about this:
http://kdsport.com.au/coaching-aids/batting-aids/aussie-small-rubber-cricket-batting-tee.html 
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http://www.goodbuddy.com.au/Products.aspx?ProductID=550&SNCategoryID=126
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http://www.milandirect.com.au/catalog/product/view/id/14094?gclid=COTumcu5pcQCFdglvQodxb8Asw

[Chalkie]

That is a option but you would have to keep 'teeing' up the ball every shot and it wont move around like a ball on a string does.

I am looking for something i can use in the garden - not got a garage or basement - and need to be able to pack away when not in use. The Puma aid looks like a good option rather than rigging up a home made system - key thing as you say is how much it will retail at.

[Northern monkey]

Did anyone buy one of these?

[skip1973]

We are stocking them, not the cheapest at $250 but have sold well. The side netting is the best feature, much easier to use than a ball on a string than can loop over the top or bang into the carport roof.

[Northern monkey]

I've watched the you tube vids, looks a cool training aid
Would be good to build/ exercise cricket specific muscles