Topic: Glove Opinions Please (Read 12404 times)

Ayrtek Cricket · « **on:** March 26, 2015, 03:22:24 PM »

afternoon all

Im looking at getting our soft goods range back up and running again after a couple of seasons off.

Using the ole if it aint broke dont fix it approach we are looking at the Elite glove again in the black and white colour scheme as per below, now I have a pair of these and whilst they are great the wristband in white has become grubby and dirty over the winter so im considering flipping it to a black one with a narrow white stripe going through it. Again they will feature genuine pittards palm and the same shark tooth design

Now here's where I would like people input, would you prefer the white wristband or the black so that it stays cleaner looking for longer?

With a price point �60.00 inc UK postage...if any forum members should want to pre-order a set let me know as I can tag them onto our order

trypewriter · « **Reply #1 on:** March 26, 2015, 03:33:04 PM »

Love the look of these - are you doing them in small mens/youth sizes?
I prefer the white wristband (then again I haven't seen a black version).
Must admit, I did like the old green pattern too.

Ayrtek Cricket · « **Reply #2 on:** March 26, 2015, 03:35:17 PM »

@trypewriter i can tag on some extra "Youths" to the order as I wear that size so was ordering a few pairs anyway

The green were always popular but people seems to prefer the Black and White as it tied in with the colour schemes of other bat stickers/pads etc easier.

Stumper · « **Reply #3 on:** March 26, 2015, 03:37:42 PM »

Well if your going to re launch them, why not consider beefing up the finger bottom protection. BTW they look a lot like GN legends, same manufacturer?

WalkingWicket37 · « **Reply #4 on:** March 26, 2015, 03:40:46 PM »

Forget the gloves boys, grab a pair of the pads when they're available again!

Still regret selling nine to this day

Ayrtek Cricket · « **Reply #5 on:** March 26, 2015, 03:40:48 PM »

@Stumper not sure what you mean by "finger bottom protection"?

I wouldnt imagine its the same manufacturer or that GN looked at our design when they produced their legends

iand123 · « **Reply #6 on:** March 26, 2015, 03:41:34 PM »

White sweatband for me, looks better although do take your point on sweat/dirt

uknsaunders · « **Reply #7 on:** March 26, 2015, 03:42:06 PM »

Playing Devil's advocate here - what's the USP for these gloves? Why would I spend �55 on a set of Pittards that other brands may also be selling? I think you need to Ayrtek them in some way to make them stand out.

I'd go for dark palms as well, hides the sweat better.

Ayrtek Cricket · « **Reply #8 on:** March 26, 2015, 03:42:25 PM »

Quote from: WalkingWicket37 on March 26, 2015, 03:40:46 PM

Forget the gloves boys, grab a pair of the pads when they're available again!

Still regret selling nine to this day

Haha Might get a few pairs of them in as well in the Elite design to go with the gloves

ill put you down for a pair

Ayrtek Cricket · « **Reply #9 on:** March 26, 2015, 03:45:50 PM »

Quote from: uknsaunders on March 26, 2015, 03:42:06 PM

Playing Devil's advocate here - what's the USP for these gloves? Why would I spend �55 on a set of Pittards that other brands may also be selling? I think you need to Ayrtek them in some way to make them stand out.

I'd go for dark palms as well, hides the sweat better.

Fair point Nick, if you have ever tried on new gloves some often take a while to become "broken in" from the get go. The design of these makes them comfortable and flexible straight out of the bag, we could go down the route of using impact absorbing foams within them or other more unique method of protection but IMO this would drive the price up to �65+ which people are hesitant to pay for an item that may only last 1 season.

ajmw89 · « **Reply #10 on:** March 26, 2015, 03:46:25 PM »

These are without doubt the best gloves I've ever used, but yes, the white wristband was a minor gripe.

Six Sixes Cricket · « **Reply #11 on:** March 26, 2015, 04:01:36 PM »

I would go with white wristbands, maybe a black band through it if it costs the same.

Also I say ditch the badges, keep the top part flat and have your logos printed on, as this design makes the gloves look a bit dated to me. Probably be cheaper to make as well.

uknsaunders · « **Reply #12 on:** March 26, 2015, 04:01:44 PM »

Quote from: Ayrtek on March 26, 2015, 03:45:50 PM

Fair point Nick, if you have ever tried on new gloves some often take a while to become "broken in" from the get go. The design of these makes them comfortable and flexible straight out of the bag, we could go down the route of using impact absorbing foams within them or other more unique method of protection but IMO this would drive the price up to �65+ which people are hesitant to pay

It worked pretty well with the helmets didn't it

. I tend not to pay more than �40 for Pittard gloves if I can help it, so possibly wouldn't buy these at that price point. However, if the gloves had some unique and class leading features at �65 then I would be tempted - ie. pay a bit more for the best.

Ayrtek Cricket · « **Reply #13 on:** March 26, 2015, 04:05:03 PM »

Quote from: d7bow on March 26, 2015, 04:01:36 PM

I would go with white wristbands, maybe a black band through it if it costs the same.

Also I say ditch the badges, keep the top part flat and have your logos printed on, as this design makes the gloves look a bit dated to me. Probably be cheaper to make as well.

Wristband price would be the same in either black or white, I presume you mean screen print the Ayrtek name and logo onto the top section rather than having them sewn in? Also achievable id think without too much hassle.

IWTUK · « **Reply #14 on:** March 26, 2015, 04:16:20 PM »

Black wristband (or black with white stripe) without a doubt IMO.....I have a pair of sausage-style from Vulcan that I bought last year and they have black wristbands; they don't show the grim / sweat anywhere near as much as white that I have has previously. Sadly, they have reverted to white wristbands this year so I'm seeking out mine for another season if I can damage it!

Nice looking softs you have there!

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