Topic: First Bat (Read 7683 times)

WalkingWicket37 · « **Reply #15 on:** September 20, 2015, 08:17:28 PM »

@NT50 straps?
I can't recall putting my foot through any batting pads, but have a sneaky suspicion you may have been putting your leg through the knee roll!

NT50 · « **Reply #16 on:** September 20, 2015, 08:41:34 PM »

Quote from: WalkingWicket37 on September 20, 2015, 08:17:28 PM

@NT50 straps?
I can't recall putting my foot through any batting pads, but have a sneaky suspicion you may have been putting your leg through the knee roll!

I don't think i explained it very well, the top strap (that was the word that escaped me) was very tight and it wouldn't quite do up, though they were very cheap pads, the ones i used in a net session a few months ago were looser but would stop me running if needed so i'll have to find a medium!

i think i know what you're getting at, and although i've done some very stupid things in my time, i'm yet to do that haha!

WalkingWicket37 · « **Reply #17 on:** September 20, 2015, 09:07:52 PM »

Quote from: NT50 on September 20, 2015, 08:41:34 PM

i think i know what you're getting at, and although i've done some very stupid things in my time, i'm yet to do that haha!

As crazy as it sounds I've seen it done more than once, and not always by juniors as you'd expect!

My personal favourite was when I saw it at school trials (this is going years back now, but it still sticks in my memory), a bloke in the year above me put his whole leg through the knee roll when padding up, and used a pair of left handed gloves out of the team kit bag (he was right handed). To top it all off he had his bottom upside down/the wrong way round on the bat, so both his thumbs were touching in the middle of the handle. You couldn't have made it up without seeing it

Giraffe208 · « **Reply #18 on:** September 20, 2015, 09:10:23 PM »

Quote from: WalkingWicket37 on September 20, 2015, 09:07:52 PM

A bloke in the year above me put his whole leg through the knee roll when padding up. To top it all off he had his bottom upside down on the bat, so both his thumbs were touching in the middle of the handle.

NT50 · « **Reply #19 on:** September 20, 2015, 09:21:43 PM »

Sounds like something i would do to be fair, i can lack common sense on occasions!

I also need to look at getting a box as well, are thigh guards commonplace in lower leagues or is that something seen higher up where bowlers are fairly pacey?

In terms of shoes, i imagine spikes may not be a good fit as there's quite a few astro wickets in the league!

Lots of stuff to consider before winter nets start then!

WalkingWicket37 · « **Reply #20 on:** September 20, 2015, 09:35:06 PM »

Quote from: NT50 on September 20, 2015, 09:21:43 PM

I also need to look at getting a box as well,
This is the most important piece of protective equipment. If you forget your box and get hit, I guaranteed you'll never forget it again! I'd also suggest getting a pair or batting shorts or a jock strap to keep it in place

are thigh guards commonplace in lower leagues or is that something seen higher up where bowlers are fairly pacey?
I haven't played lower league stuff for a few years now, but I can recall almost everyone had a thigh guard of some description. As a rule of thumb I'd say get at least a cheap outer thigh guard. A cheap one won't be too thick/obvious under your whites and will provide some protection. Cricket balls are hard, and don't need to be travelling that quickly to hurt/leave a bruise! Since I got my Aero P2s I don't feel comfortable batting without an inner and outer thigh guard any more.

In terms of shoes, i imagine spikes may not be a good fit as there's quite a few astro wickets in the league!
If you're playing mostly on astro wickets I'd look to invest in some rubber see cricket shoes. I know New Balance and Adidas both make some, and I'm sure Kookaburra and Gray Nicolls have some in their shoe ranges too. Normal trainers would do the job, but I'm a big believer in wearing cricket shoes to play cricket in. That's just me though...

Cin88 · « **Reply #21 on:** September 20, 2015, 09:41:39 PM »

Quote from: NT50 on September 20, 2015, 09:21:43 PM

Sounds like something i would do to be fair, i can lack common sense on occasions!

I also need to look at getting a box as well, are thigh guards commonplace in lower leagues or is that something seen higher up where bowlers are fairly pacey?

In terms of shoes, i imagine spikes may not be a good fit as there's quite a few astro wickets in the league!

Lots of stuff to consider before winter nets start then!

Thigh guards are common all over the leagues, even I now wear one after being hit one too many times on the same bruise this year in the nets. Just because the ball is going slow doesn't mean it won't hurt like hell if it hits an unpadded area.

NT50 · « **Reply #22 on:** September 20, 2015, 09:58:17 PM »

Looks like thigh pads are on the agenda as well then!

I did get hit in the nuts by a ball that was mid-way between a tennis ball and a proper one before, even that winded me so a box was always on my list!

springbok45 · « **Reply #23 on:** September 21, 2015, 09:14:40 AM »

Quote from: NT50 on September 20, 2015, 09:21:43 PM

In terms of shoes, i imagine spikes may not be a good fit as there's quite a few astro wickets in the league!

Lots of stuff to consider before winter nets start then!

I have some basics strike rate 3 spikes that come with blank plugs for turning them into rubbers when needed, and they're currently �40 in the basics outlet store. Gets you the best of both worlds.

Vitas Cricket · « **Reply #24 on:** September 24, 2015, 05:23:57 PM »

@NT50

Feel free to pop by when we re-open next week, we have a few items that are (or shortly will be) reduced to make way for 2016 stock

If you would prefer to choose from a much wider selection of equipment, 2016 stock will start arriving In mid/late October and will all be here well in time for Christmas

NT50 · « **Reply #25 on:** September 24, 2015, 11:11:51 PM »

Quote from: Vitas Cricket on September 24, 2015, 05:23:57 PM

@NT50

Feel free to pop by when we re-open next week, we have a few items that are (or shortly will be) reduced to make way for 2016 stock

If you would prefer to choose from a much wider selection of equipment, 2016 stock will start arriving In mid/late October and will all be here well in time for Christmas

Will probably be some point close to November/December as i'm a bit short on money at the minute!

NT50 · « **Reply #26 on:** October 03, 2015, 05:21:56 PM »

Quote from: NT50 on September 24, 2015, 11:11:51 PM

Will probably be some point close to November/December as i'm a bit short on money at the minute!

Would have popped in next week had West Ham not let me down for �250 on a bet

Just going to pretend i didn't want a bat anyway

NT50 · « **Reply #27 on:** December 03, 2015, 09:12:34 PM »

Caved in during the Black Friday madness and brought a Ton Power Blaster from Vitas, couldn't say no at �45!

Mel Jessop · « **Reply #28 on:** December 04, 2015, 08:09:05 AM »

Quote from: Gurujames on September 20, 2015, 05:57:14 PM

I have an Aldred and I would recommend one to anyone. From memory you can get a butterfly grade for �130 or �135. This again might not be pretty looking willow but it will be an excellent bat.

Aldred butterfly is �145 this year, prices gone up, but still s good choice and price for a custom bat, Jake at Vitas will definitely sort you out something if you pop down, maybe a Harrow size bat would suit you for your height and the weight you require?

Happy shopping and welcome back to cricket.

FattusCattus · « **Reply #29 on:** December 04, 2015, 09:09:35 AM »

NT - I'd strongly suggest you pop down to @Vitas Cricket and have a nose around. It will also allow you to pick up a few bats and check their weights and balance etc.

Jake's a good lad (even if he looks grumpy!) and he'll give you impartial advice - nothing beats being able to touch, feel and sniff the kit.

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