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Ian Bells stick specs
« on: September 02, 2015, 06:02:21 AM »
Hi All,
Does anyone have any insight into the specs of the bat Ian Bell uses in tests? I'm particularly interested in the handle and grip. Just looking at photos I reckon he possibly TRIPLE grips them? So different to the super skinny handle trend that was popular.
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Ben
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Re: Ian Bells stick specs
« Reply #1 on: September 02, 2015, 10:55:47 AM »
You could always ask him on twitter - he's got a bit of time on his hands at the mo!

At least two grips - top grip octopus.  Don't know weight I'm afraid
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Re: Ian Bells stick specs
« Reply #2 on: September 02, 2015, 11:01:58 AM »
Maybe a forum myth but I think someone on here makes bats for him, Tesco Steve possibly???
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Re: Ian Bells stick specs
« Reply #3 on: September 02, 2015, 11:05:16 AM »
Quote from: liscon12 on September 02, 2015, 11:01:58 AM
Maybe a forum myth but I think someone on here makes bats for him, Tesco Steve possibly???

Naah, Tesco Steve was KP & Sachin.
Think it was Johnno from down the pub did Bell's  :D
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Re: Ian Bells stick specs
« Reply #4 on: September 02, 2015, 12:04:26 PM »
I don't know if they do anymore but I know Hawk used to make them for him when he was when he 'used' the Incurza.
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Re: Ian Bells stick specs
« Reply #5 on: September 02, 2015, 12:31:39 PM »
Funnily enough I have one of Ian Bells bats at home,

Its light weighs 2.9 on the scales but with a pick up around 2-7/8.
round handle very skinny. Not a lot of concaving, grains are lovely dead straight.

I don't know how to put pictures on here but if you send over your email address will be more than happy to send some pics over
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Re: Ian Bells stick specs
« Reply #6 on: September 02, 2015, 12:52:28 PM »
From the horses mouth...



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Re: Ian Bells stick specs
« Reply #7 on: September 02, 2015, 01:03:17 PM »
Quote from: Buzz on September 02, 2015, 12:52:28 PM
From the horses mouth...




With 3 grips his bat must weigh a feather!
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Re: Ian Bells stick specs
« Reply #8 on: September 02, 2015, 01:08:12 PM »
Quote from: Buzz on September 02, 2015, 12:52:28 PM
From the horses mouth...




Nicely done Buzz  :D
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Re: Ian Bells stick specs
« Reply #9 on: September 02, 2015, 01:25:52 PM »
He's just replied to me saying 3 grips is what works best for him!

Top lad, local to me too
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Re: Ian Bells stick specs
« Reply #10 on: September 02, 2015, 01:37:06 PM »
He used to use 2lb 10oz. Saw it in an interview
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Re: Ian Bells stick specs
« Reply #11 on: September 02, 2015, 11:37:28 PM »
Quote from: Buzz on September 02, 2015, 12:52:28 PM
From the horses mouth...




Thanks heaps Buzz.

I find it interesting how differently players go about it.......even at  the top level.
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Re: Ian Bells stick specs
« Reply #12 on: September 03, 2015, 08:19:07 AM »
great stuff from the forum again

I think a lot of the top guys use lighter bats than we imagine :)
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Re: Ian Bells stick specs
« Reply #13 on: September 03, 2015, 08:29:42 AM »
^agreed though I very much doubt that 2.8 is inclusive of the three grips...
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Re: Ian Bells stick specs
« Reply #14 on: September 03, 2015, 11:14:46 AM »
Quote from: thedon on September 02, 2015, 01:37:06 PM
He used to use 2lb 10oz. Saw it in an interview

2'8 +3 grips would be around 2'10 - depending on grip type.
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