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[iamj]

Hi all,

I have been lurking for a while and although I have emailed B3, thought I would finally ask for some advice from the forum members while waiting for a response.

I haven't played for some time and thoroughly enjoyed my first season back last year. I am a bowler but have very much enjoyed what little time I have spent at the crease.

I need a new bat as I broke the toe on my existing one, and although I unfortunately missed the 50% deal, am still looking to buy from B3. All it means is that I am pretty much stuck at a 1 Stripe.

I haven't played for a while or tried that many bats, so my knowledge of what I like is limited. Coming from playing a lot of hockey, I have quick hands and a good slog! I struggle to play with a straight bat tbh, but have a good pull and sweep. If I can visit B3 to try some out for feel, I will certainly do so as due to not so good technique but quick hands, I think a lighter bat/easier to manoeuvre might be better. BUT, I generally look to score quickly so need some meat behind the shots.

Was thinking along lines of 4, 10, 19? Or I saw Chads Mull 1 Stripe was about 2.10/11 and as long as the pickup feels good could be an option?

Any advise or ideas much appreciated, almost too many options as I don't have an obvious bat preference at this point!

Thanks

[northernboy1987]

Well a Mull would certainly meet the "meaty" criteria, serious chunk of a bat those!

[liscon12]

Chad's Mull must have used a light cleft as the standard size for the 2015 Mull is 2lb 13-14oz

[Seniorplayer]

Based on what you have written my suggestion would a bat that is not light wieght but picks up light ask b3 what clefts they have and dont go to heavy keep in mind run scoring is also about timing.

[Butterfingerz]

Pleased to hear you're looking for a B3....Good Choice!!

Definitely pop into the factory / showroom and have a look at what we have in stock but bring your current bat down too....always good to see where you're hitting the ball as there's no point in picking a bat with all the meat higher up when you're hitting the ball lower.

[iamj]

Thanks!

The Doc replied and suggested Shape 4, doesn't look like too many have this on the thread images but happy to take his suggestion.

I am hoping to visit and have a good look, but if not, will give him a call and discuss.

As per suggestion, I took a look at the two bats I used last season and the cherries are definitely mid to low, nothing high up near the stickers.

[iamj]

So.....

Stopped in on Friday. Great to have a chat with Streaky and check out all the options.

I was gutted to miss out on the deal. However! It means I wasn't restricted cleft wise and have ordered a 2 stripe TKC at 2lb 10 or less.

All I have to do now is stop being a tart and decide which colours

[dcullen8]

Someone posted one last night actually, lovely shape with great coverage!

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