Topic: Norfolk Cricket Bats (Read 36421 times)

BigBlueMachine · « **on:** October 08, 2013, 11:24:38 PM »

Any one know anything about them?

Did a search and only some limited info about them. Looking on their website their kit looks decent. Like the look of the softs.

http://www.norfolkcricketbats.com/

Rowan · « **Reply #1 on:** October 08, 2013, 11:43:29 PM »

very very nice gear, especially the bats, pro at my club by the name of Chris Sabburg iss sponsored by them, would have seen them in the champions league in the brisbane games.

Vitas Cricket · « **Reply #2 on:** October 09, 2013, 01:24:28 AM »

Never heard of them. They are right out in the sticks! I doubt passing trade is their main income!

BigBlueMachine · « **Reply #3 on:** October 09, 2013, 01:31:33 AM »

I'd never heard of them either until today when Bryce McGain retweeted them. Looking through their twitter it seems they have a link to Gt Witchingham CC which is one of the clubs my team toured to a few years ago.

Twelfth Man · « **Reply #4 on:** October 09, 2013, 01:54:10 AM »

The Norfolk CCC minor counties side are absolutely full of them, as are all Norfolk EAPL sides such as Great Witchingham, Horsford, Swaderston & Vauxhall Mallards. The bats seem to go very well but wasn't personally sure of their orange/yellow range - not sure of the name but must be on their website. Their more traditional style seems nice and their 2014 stickers look a bit more modern as well, pretty sure the guy who's company it is tweeted about them not too long ago.

Twelfth Man · « **Reply #5 on:** October 09, 2013, 01:54:37 AM »

Quote from: Rowan on October 08, 2013, 11:43:29 PM

very very nice gear, especially the bats, pro at my club by the name of Chris Sabburg iss sponsored by them, would have seen them in the champions league in the brisbane games.

Which club is that?

Rowan · « **Reply #6 on:** October 09, 2013, 02:30:43 AM »

Quote from: Twelfth Man on October 09, 2013, 01:54:37 AM

Which club is that?

Toombul District Cricket Club in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.

wayward_hayward · « **Reply #7 on:** October 09, 2013, 05:32:08 AM »

I was waiting for someone to start asking about Norfolk Cricket Bats as a Norfolk born and bred man (insert Norfolk joke here). Some top gear being produced here from the bats I have seen from my club in Norfolk. Only been around a couple of years but have started to flood the market in the region. The guy who runs it has got quite a few of the Norfolk team kitted out and numerous juniors. Sandburg was recently playing the CT20 which was good exposure.

Number4 · « **Reply #8 on:** October 09, 2013, 05:54:04 AM »

Looks no different to everything else on the market to be honest. Both bats look the same with different stickers and the pads look like a million others

Twelfth Man · « **Reply #9 on:** October 09, 2013, 08:10:17 AM »

I do however have to agree with Number4 that is a bit generic type. Still, if it suits somebody and they're happy with it then there's absolutely nothing wrong with that! Personally a fan of them.

Cys1 · « **Reply #10 on:** October 09, 2013, 08:11:04 AM »

Strangely enough saw a Norfolk bat last night at our practice here in South Africa! We have a lad from Norfolk who's come over to play some cricket at our club for a couple of months. The bat had a nice long Mid to Low middle with no concaving and seemed to go very nicely. Was a bit heavy though, felt like 2'12 at least to me. Will be interesting to see how he copes with the shorter stuff over here with a bat that heavy.

wayward_hayward · « **Reply #11 on:** October 09, 2013, 08:21:15 AM »

Quote from: Number4 on October 09, 2013, 05:54:04 AM

Looks no different to everything else on the market to be honest. Both bats look the same with different stickers and the pads look like a million others

Then look past the equipment and see what else they have to offer. Your average joe in East Anglia doesn't have many hand pick bats to choose from, let along get a custom bat made in front of their own eyes.

BigBlueMachine · « **Reply #12 on:** October 09, 2013, 08:57:18 AM »

As much as it's not a good idea to instantly like something like a cricket bat just by viewing it on a website I feel it a bit harsh to instantly discredit it also. Yes the shapes look similar to others out there but we all know that more goes into a bat than just shape. Hence why I put this topic up to get feedback from any who have used or experienced these bats.
In terms of branding, well if you don't like the look of it then that's fine. I suspect more bats a purchased based on looks than any other factor. Personally I don't like the Cobra colours but quite like the look of the Viper range. As for the softs I find a good indicator is the materials used. PU on the pads and Pittard palm gloves seems a good start.
At the end of it all it's each to their own, I feel it a bit ridiculous to condemn it before seeing in the flesh or even using the produc. the best we can do from our computer screens is get reviews from others and try and make a judgement.

cricketbadger · « **Reply #13 on:** October 09, 2013, 09:12:43 AM »

fairly pricey gear for a rather unknown brand

GarrettJ · « **Reply #14 on:** October 09, 2013, 09:18:12 AM »

Nothing wrong with those bats, they look nice and as good if not better than some bats i have seen on here. Shape wise you can only do so much with the shape of a cricket without becoming ridiculous.

In my opinion �300 is a bit steep for a relatively unknown brand but it does look a nice piece of willow.

Not sure why people put down smaller brands for being unimaginative .... if they do something radical then there is a chance it wont be pulled off and they will fail.

Imagine if 2 years ago they came to the market with the Nemesis shape ........... people would have laughed in their face and said the bat was a cheap asian made bat.

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