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[thecord]

From my experience, picking up a bat first is best. I went to Globe to pick up some bats then got SAF to copy one, but hopefully going to Globe tomorrow and getting a GM.

Now this is interesting Colesy. Does this mean you didn't get on with your SAF?
Also Globe used to be about the only place I looked for bats but now that I have seen the makers on here their stocks and prices look really bad. Plus discovering Uzi up the road in Swindon they just have far more in stock, better quality and MILES better service. I only actually go to Globe now if my club needs me to pick up something urgently like bails.

[thecord]

Tangfantastic.....

If only you accepted Haribo as payment In all seriousness, a few of those do look very nice

[Ayrtek Cricket]

im fat enough already without eating my body weight in sweets! Yeah depends what weight ur after but some belters on the shelf

[thecord]

im fat enough already without eating my body weight in sweets! Yeah depends what weight ur after but some belters on the shelf

Anything around 2.10?

[Ayrtek Cricket]

Yeah there are a few in weight in there got 4 others as well that arent in the pics that are all 2.10/11 as well

[Colesy]

Now this is interesting Colesy. Does this mean you didn't get on with your SAF?
Also Globe used to be about the only place I looked for bats but now that I have seen the makers on here their stocks and prices look really bad. Plus discovering Uzi up the road in Swindon they just have far more in stock, better quality and MILES better service. I only actually go to Globe now if my club needs me to pick up something urgently like bails.

Not entirely, I'm not going to beat around the bush but I asked for a Slazenger shape and received something completely different. I was quite disappointed having seen the stunners Andy had produced before. I have nothing against Andy as his customer service was fantastic, but I think I'll go to the tried and tested method. I know Globe's prices are on the higher side but I'd pay that for something I was completely happy with.

[justnotcricket86]

I'm nowhere near a decent shop which is a shame as would love to go and try a few shelf brands out

[Lekka Global Alliance]

Not entirely, I'm not going to beat around the bush but I asked for a Slazenger shape and received something completely different. I was quite disappointed having seen the stunners Andy had produced before. I have nothing against Andy as his customer service was fantastic, but I think I'll go to the tried and tested method. I know Globe's prices are on the higher side but I'd pay that for something I was completely happy with.

If you want customer service then dial a call centre but if looking for a hand crafted cricket bat from the finest english willow then that is a completely different kettle of mullet.

[Colesy]

James I have no doubt that I can get a brilliant bat from Andy but in my eyes I can get an equally good bat from GM. By going to a shop I can pick them up have a play around with them and have a range to select from. I can't do that online.

[FattusCattus]

Cordy, get down to Tommy Ayrtek's place - the last couple of sticks I had from him for my club were really rather good. He's actually quite harmless, but there is a distinct lack of biscuits on offer, so I would take a packed-lunch.

For f*cks sake don't try on the softs, 'cos you'll end up with those too.

If you can get past the accent, he's not a bad lad.

ps - Tommo, in town in Sept - beer?

[no1northernbloke]

Where was that northern?

Popped into Grace Road - Leicestershire Ground to have a look at the Redbacks. They all looked like quality bits of willow, but the pickup on the Paradox I couldn't have batted with. I think the other bat they had in was the Surefire, although I'm not 100%, might have been the Allegiance. That picked up a lot better, but still wasn't great for me.

At the end of the day it's all down to personal preference and until you pick up a bat you're not going to know if it's a great fit. Two years ago was given a replacement newbery for one which had 'gone early' and it picked up ok, but would never have picked it myself. Now have a Kahuna 1000 which picks up like a dream - and goes like a train. The extra confidence it gives you when you're confident in your equipment and it feels right for you is worth going the extra mile to either meet the bat maker or go to the shop and try and few....

Having said that if there's a model that you like and someone can build it for you - then go for it 

[Ayrtek Cricket]

Brucey....yes im in town but not 2nd weekend as got tour to Padstow, away on 3rd weekend to exeter as well with lil lady so ul have to fit in with my busy social calender

Back on topic now....agree a bat that feel right will always help u score runs!

[FattusCattus]

Right - ho, will select suitable dates. Might include a curry too - I'm alright to sleep in the warehouse eh?

[Ayrtek Cricket]

haha im sure there is enough room for u

[thecord]

Fortunately I'm ok in the softs department for now so should be able to avoid any temptation there...should be...