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Re: 2014 - Lords Trade Show
« Reply #135 on: September 20, 2014, 06:57:50 PM »

Kookaburra images have been authorised for release yet unfortunately. I must agree with VKS that their new duffle is very nice. I actually saw one last season used by a sponsored player, i hoped it would make it to the full range and it has.

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Re: 2014 - Lords Trade Show
« Reply #136 on: September 20, 2014, 07:00:19 PM »

Kookaburra images have been authorised for release yet unfortunately. I must agree with VKS that their new duffle is very nice. I actually saw one last season used by a sponsored player, i hoped it would make it to the full range and it has.

Be too late when everyone has pre ordered other gear! There missing a trick.
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Re: 2014 - Lords Trade Show
« Reply #137 on: September 20, 2014, 07:01:59 PM »

Kookaburra images have been authorised for release yet unfortunately. I must agree with VKS that their new duffle is very nice. I actually saw one last season used by a sponsored player, i hoped it would make it to the full range and it has.

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Re: 2014 - Lords Trade Show
« Reply #138 on: September 30, 2014, 08:13:18 AM »

Im all for stylish boots and appreciate that there is a premium on comfort and flexibility. However, can asics really justify 180quid for a new pair of spikes?? My favourite asics were the gel 100 Notout. Class boot and think I picked up a new pair for 70-80quid which was then considered top of the range. Are these new boots really 2x or 3x better??
Maybe il just buy another pair of 100no as iv seen some on ebay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141423447504?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
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Re: 2014 - Lords Trade Show
« Reply #139 on: September 30, 2014, 01:56:10 PM »

Im all for stylish boots and appreciate that there is a premium on comfort and flexibility. However, can asics really justify 180quid for a new pair of spikes?? My favourite asics were the gel 100 Notout. Class boot and think I picked up a new pair for 70-80quid which was then considered top of the range. Are these new boots really 2x or 3x better??
Maybe il just buy another pair of 100no as iv seen some on ebay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141423447504?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649


They are pretty stunning in the flesh, I have to say, and the technology that has gone in to making them is very impressive.  Incredibly well thought out, but my question is if many cricketers will really care, especially given that there are top quality alternatives available (that do a similar job) for over £60 less.  I think it's a bit gimmicky, to be honest.  The Newbery Cenkos of cricket shoes, you could say!  :) ASICS are making a statement with these shoes and it's good publicity for them, but I'm not convinced they'll sell, so although we have put in a fairly sizeable stock order with ASICS, we focussed on other shoes in the range instead!  :)

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Re: 2014 - Lords Trade Show
« Reply #140 on: September 30, 2014, 02:15:36 PM »

Im all for stylish boots and appreciate that there is a premium on comfort and flexibility. However, can asics really justify 180quid for a new pair of spikes?? My favourite asics were the gel 100 Notout. Class boot and think I picked up a new pair for 70-80quid which was then considered top of the range. Are these new boots really 2x or 3x better??
Maybe il just buy another pair of 100no as iv seen some on ebay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141423447504?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649


£180 is an RRP, most retailers will sell below this price. It is still a lot of money of course, but the cost of extremely high end gear is going up across the board. Brands put all their effort, design and cutting edge tech into their top end showcase products, and the price reflects this. The main sellers are cheaper but also more standard in terms of design/materials used.

To echo the comments of Paul, it is a very impressive shoe, feels light, sturdy, and well made. The technology used all sounds great but ultimately this will be a product for the few, rather than the masses. It won't be available from huge numbers from Asics.

We have ordered some, and i might even end up with a pair myself.
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