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[tim2000s]

Based on the experience I've had with scuff sheets, it's possible to make a fibre one that is substantially thinner than a clear one but if I was doing that, I'd be sending the bat back to the manufacturer for a refurb, as those fibre sheets are unpleasant to remove.

I've always enjoyed keeping a bat scuff free, simply because that's the way I was initially brought up. I honestly don't believe there is a measurable difference in performance!

[Kez]

Have stopped  using anti  scuff as IMO it as an effect on the bats performance.

Just my opinion here but what utter BS

[FvanN]

Just my opinion here but what utter BS

Could the same not be said about your opinion 

[Kez]

thats why its an opinion not a fact 

[Chad]

thats why its an opinion not a fact 

Well, my opinion of your opinion of his opinion is that it's an opinion based on no solid evidence.

In all seriousness, I think that the dampening does happen, whether it is noticeable or not, well, I don't think I bat enough to notice, but most bats change over time, and bats are different, so it's hard to quantify it. Common sense does say that if you sheath anything, it dampens the feel, I'm sure @FattusCattus has pearls of wisdom to share on that subject!

Also, scuff sheets compress over use, so I'm a big believer of giving new bats their final 10-20 minutes of knocking AFTER the scuffing stage. Whether this makes a difference or not, I don't know, but just something I've always done since scuffing bats. (I think it stemmed from the Hammer Edge sheets, I always thought you had to give them some knocking after applying to seal them on properly and get the bat playing nicely)

[brokenbat]

How do you guys avoid the problem of bat tape running across the face in multiple areas? This is the problem I come across when not using a sheet. One crack repair after another, and there is enough bat tape on the bat to form a scuff sheet !

[Buzz]

How do you guys avoid the problem of bat tape running across the face in multiple areas? This is the problem I come across when not using a sheet. One crack repair after another, and there is enough bat tape on the bat to form a scuff sheet !

Most people on here don't use the bat enough for it to crack...!!   

[WalkingWicket37]

How do you guys avoid the problem of bat tape running across the face in multiple areas? This is the problem I come across when not using a sheet. One crack repair after another, and there is enough bat tape on the bat to form a scuff sheet !

Applying a scuff sheet helps 

[WalkingWicket37]

Common sense does say that if you sheath anything, it dampens the feel,

Ultra light ones de-sensitise you less and feel more realistic.
Thicker ones are marketed as "ultra safe". They dampen the feeling more and naturally make you you last longer.
Textured ones just feel nicer.

Anyways, back to scuff sheets...

[Seniorplayer]

Just my opinion here but what utter BS

Not at all B.S its just  an opinion.

[GarrettJ]

im with SENIORPLAYER ..... don't like scuff sheets at all.

[ppccopener]

i'm sure someone will correct me if i'm wrong but shops and manufacturer's started selling bats with scuff sheets on when the 'pre-prepared/pre-knocked in' terms were used for buying a new bat.

Anyone, and i'm sure there are many here, who has tried to remove a scuff sheet from a used bat with know you can take half the wood with you if you are not careful,and they can be a pain in the backside.

I use them purely because I think it protects the bat from splitting and cracking-which I think it does. But 4 coats of linseed oil and a massive knocking in session could well do the same job?

[brokenbat]

im with SENIORPLAYER ..... don't like scuff sheets at all.

i would dump scuff sheets if someone can show me how to maintain the bat without using bat tape on the face of the bat. any pics of your well used bats would help.

[SkipperJ]

"This involves placing the spine of the bat on a hessian sheet, which offers plenty of protection against the floor, holding the handle. I then begin knocking the bat face in like a machine would, making sure the face is fully compacted and edges rounded "

Hey Ginger, how much padding do you use when knocking? Is there no compression of the spine / back of the bat? Could you share a picture of your setup?

I usually hold a bat in one hand and knock it in with the other. Of course this wears out my arms pretty quickly, and it is just a pain to keep the bat from twisting around.

Great guide btw!

[InternalTraining]

I put two or three old pillows on my bed and knock the bat with my mallet. You want to keep one hand on the handle so that the bat remains flat when the mallet makes contact with it. This set up is the quickest and easiest way To make round dents  on the bat face without killing your arms. I have noticed that with bats that are pressed nicely, I don't have to do a lot of banging with the mallet.