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mike1989

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Need a new bat - suggestions, thoughts etc...
« on: August 27, 2013, 09:16:36 PM »
I'm currently in the market for a new bat, probably up to £200, but willing to stretch to £250 if necessary. Currently own a Chase Volante and played with it this season, and for the past two I used an Adidas Pellara. Personally I preferred the middle and the middle position on my Pellara to the Volante. So ideally my preference would be a mid middle, certainly not a low one like the Volante.

I've seen a couple at Barringtons that I like:

- Pellara Pro


- Bionic 4000 (though I'm thinking of going up to the 5000, no pic for the 5000 though)


Both are a 2lb 9oz. So around that weight would be ideal. Just wondering what people think of Puma bats, having never owned one, nor seen anyone on my team use one (we've got a lot of GMs, Kooks and Slaz)?

Unfortunately my local(ish) cricket shops didn't have anything that tempted me. But due to having two decent(ish) seasons with my last Pellara, then I thought going for a new one might be a good idea; though the Puma also caught my eye and love its profile. That said, any other suggestions for bats with a similar profile to this would be greatly welcomed, or any advice in general.

Thanks
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Re: Need a new bat - suggestions, thoughts etc...
« Reply #1 on: August 27, 2013, 09:17:41 PM »
Did you go into barringtons and take those photos or did you get them sent to you over email mate?
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Re: Need a new bat - suggestions, thoughts etc...
« Reply #2 on: August 27, 2013, 09:19:06 PM »
Quote from: coverpoint_pro on August 27, 2013, 09:17:41 PM
Did you go into barringtons and take those photos or did you get them sent to you over email mate?

Emailed the store. If I had the time during the week I'd drive to the store to check them out, but working 5 days, then playing both at the weekend leaves me no time  :D
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« Reply #3 on: August 27, 2013, 09:21:27 PM »
Okay mate.  Just wondering as i work there.  I'll message you on here tomorrow with some options, we've got a few bats in stock which are nicer than those for the price!
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Re: Need a new bat - suggestions, thoughts etc...
« Reply #4 on: August 27, 2013, 09:23:25 PM »
Quote from: coverpoint_pro on August 27, 2013, 09:21:27 PM
Okay mate.  Just wondering as i work there.  I'll message you on here tomorrow with some options, we've got a few bats in stock which are nicer than those for the price!

Thanks, I'd really appreciate that.  :)

Are the pics okay to be on here?
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« Reply #5 on: August 27, 2013, 09:24:46 PM »
Yeh no problem why they shouldn't be :)
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Re: Need a new bat - suggestions, thoughts etc...
« Reply #6 on: August 27, 2013, 09:33:20 PM »
Just out of curiosity what will you do with the chase when you get a new bat mate??
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« Reply #7 on: August 27, 2013, 09:37:20 PM »
If you wait a few weeks there will be some massive savings in the end of season sales, PDC already have a Puma Karbon 6000 for £150
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Re: Need a new bat - suggestions, thoughts etc...
« Reply #8 on: August 27, 2013, 09:39:41 PM »
Quote from: CameronPye94 on August 27, 2013, 09:33:20 PM
Just out of curiosity what will you do with the chase when you get a new bat mate??

Doorstop probably  :D

Though ideally I'll look to sell it.
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Re: Need a new bat - suggestions, thoughts etc...
« Reply #9 on: August 27, 2013, 09:41:58 PM »
Quote from: SOULMAN1012 on August 27, 2013, 09:37:20 PM
If you wait a few weeks there will be some massive savings in the end of season sales, PDC already have a Puma Karbon 6000 for £150

Please stop, I don't need a new Puma bat with matching gloves, but for thy price I may well be tempted! (My credit car company must love this forum!)

Quote from: mike1989 on August 27, 2013, 09:39:41 PM
Doorstop probably  :D

Though ideally I'll look to sell it.

I may be interested in buying it if its in twig weight and not too expensive mate :)
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Re: Need a new bat - suggestions, thoughts etc...
« Reply #10 on: August 27, 2013, 09:50:04 PM »
Quote from: CameronPye94 on August 27, 2013, 09:41:58 PM
Please stop, I don't need a new Puma bat with matching gloves, but for thy price I may well be tempted! (My credit car company must love this forum!)

I may be interested in buying it if its in twig weight and not too expensive mate :)

The Volante is a 2lb 8oz bat. It's an R4. No idea what a second hand bat is worth, but it's available anytime.  I've got my original stuart surridge jumbo to use for the remaining games (waa my dad's), and it's still a beast all these years on.

And know the feeling. I see something new and get tempted, always nice to get a treat, then the bill comes :D
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Re: Need a new bat - suggestions, thoughts etc...
« Reply #11 on: August 27, 2013, 10:08:40 PM »
Hi there.

I used to have a top of the range Newbery Mjolnir - and to this day I curse the moment it snapped into three, unrepairable pieces  :(. Any bat from the Newbery superbrand will serve you incredibly well.  :)

Currently, I use two bats. A 2'10 RNS Larson Unik G1 and a 2'8 CA 12000 Dilshan. Both are really fantastic sticks but I take the time to personally choose my own, take the time to test them out and prepare them myself to give them the best chance. You honestly can't underestimate the personal aspect - without it, I'd never have even looked at a RNS Larson... Now I really, really, really want another! (Though can't find anyone selling!)

Good luck with your search!  :D
« Last Edit: August 27, 2013, 10:11:44 PM by Gingerbusiness »
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Re: Need a new bat - suggestions, thoughts etc...
« Reply #12 on: August 29, 2013, 06:48:44 PM »
There has been a few threads like this recently.

As was discussed in most of the others, if you contact a forum sponsor they will be more than happy to sort you out.

I also mentioned a small company called Vanquish who I purchased a bat from for £110.00 in an end of season sale (see post"my new weapon") and the bat I got from them looks better than any of the photos from Barrington so maybe give them a shout?

Failing that I am more than confident that you can speak to a sponsor who can send you some great bats too.

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Re: Need a new bat - suggestions, thoughts etc...
« Reply #13 on: August 29, 2013, 07:25:53 PM »
I have a Puma Cobalt 5000 and I love it!

The Bionic may have a different profile because it is Made in India, possibly more flatter edges. Whereas the Cobalt I have is Made in England

and has rounder edges. Lots of concaving though.
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Re: Need a new bat - suggestions, thoughts etc...
« Reply #14 on: August 29, 2013, 08:04:12 PM »
Quote from: tailender on August 29, 2013, 06:48:44 PM
There has been a few threads like this recently.

As was discussed in most of the others, if you contact a forum sponsor they will be more than happy to sort you out.

I also mentioned a small company called Vanquish who I purchased a bat from for £110.00 in an end of season sale (see post"my new weapon") and the bat I got from them looks better than any of the photos from Barrington so maybe give them a shout?

Failing that I am more than confident that you can speak to a sponsor who can send you some great bats too.

Thanks for the heads up about Vanquish. Going to have a look at their website now.

I have been looking at the sponsor companies and I really like the the Robert Pack and Red Ink bats. I'm seriously considering a Bombora or New Wave bat of theirs.

Outside of that, I spent a lot of time today looking at and trying 'big brand' bats and personally none of them jumped out at me. Of those I tried today the one that impressed me the most was a Newbery Thruxton, but that bat was their top of the range and is more than I am willing to spend at the minute - though Paul at its just cricket has sent me pictures of two beautiful bats which are under serious consideration.

So at the minute my short list includes Robert Pack, Newbery, and perhaps a Chase Lancer. Fingers crossed I'll make my mind up eventually. Thanks for the help guys!  :D
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