Indeed.
Nope, as you're probably aware I don't make bats or source my own clefts which I'm always very upfront about - whilst Neon is really starting to take off, it is still run alongside my 'career' so making bats just isn't an option for me (and I certainly don't have the awesome skill required!).
I'm just in the fortunate position of having a very strong relationship with my supplier which has been built up over many years, thus enabling me to regularly get hold of some very good bits of willow!