Topic: Advice and guidance on buying a new bat. (Read 2477 times)

jjohns · « **on:** January 06, 2016, 11:44:04 PM »

Hi there, and sorry for my first post to be one of these ones, but the reason I found this site is because I'm making a big effort to get back into cricket and as such am looking to get new equipment.

I haven't played cricket proper for around 5 years now. My current bat is a Newbery B52 I got around 2009, its a real monster, 3lb+. At the time I thought how cool to have this huge bat and its got a great middle and I scored some decent runs with it, but now and even looking back its far to heavy for me. I could pretty much only score with drives, playing the bat straight, anything else I was far to sluggish with it.

So now I'm looking to get a new lighter bat. I don't really want to spend more than �200 I play really low standard, I don't need anything to special. As far as my batting style I definitely favour getting forward and driving but then part of that was down to using such a heavy bat that lifting it was an ordeal lol. The one I was looking at was Shark bat, Great White 4 Fin. I don't know this brand at all and all previous bats have been the big name ones like Newbery, Gray Nicholls, Slazenger etc. So I've never gone for smaller name bat but at �150 it seems great value for what I'm looking for.

Basically wondering if anyone can comment on Shark or even reccomend any other sort of budget bats that are good for low tier village cricket level. Any help is much appreciated!

rickjames · « **Reply #1 on:** January 06, 2016, 11:45:31 PM »

Speak to any of the sponsors on here; Vitas, IJC, VKS etc. Bought stuff from the first two and will all be more than happy to help you out.

northernboy1987 · « **Reply #2 on:** January 06, 2016, 11:48:33 PM »

If you know the kind of shape you like the B3 or Red Ink could custom make something in that price range.

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mcgill123 · « **Reply #3 on:** January 06, 2016, 11:57:02 PM »

You've defiantly come to the right place jjohns, take your time, use the search function, if you can't find the right stick here then you won't find one.
Custom made by one of the forum sponsors or pre made from one of the retailers will be the most common replies to your post.
Just prepare for the bank account taking a beating.

dcullen8 · « **Reply #4 on:** January 06, 2016, 11:57:25 PM »

Currently have that exact shark bat, performs pretty well, certainly flys out the middle and attracts some attention with the chrome stickers.

As for shark themselves they covered the cost of my refurb as the toe snapped after only a few games which was good of them, kept in touch throughout and even shaved an oz or so off the bat for me as it was posted a little heavy for me. Wouldnt hesitate to use them again

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jjohns · « **Reply #5 on:** January 07, 2016, 12:06:26 AM »

Quote from: mcgill123 on January 06, 2016, 11:57:02 PM

You've defiantly come to the right place jjohns, take your time, use the search function, if you can't find the right stick here then you won't find one.
Custom made by one of the forum sponsors or pre made from one of the retailers will be the most common replies to your post.
Just prepare for the bank account taking a beating.

Oh yeah, I've already spent most the day browsing pages worth of threads to see pictures of bats, some real beauties around here.

Quote from: dcullen8 on January 06, 2016, 11:57:25 PM

Currently have that exact shark bat, performs pretty well, certainly flys out the middle and attracts some attention with the chrome stickers.

As for shark themselves they covered the cost of my refurb as the toe snapped after only a few games which was good of them, kept in touch throughout and even shaved an oz or so off the bat for me as it was posted a little heavy for me. Wouldnt hesitate to use them again

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That sounds promising, how flash are those chrome stickers? Don't want to create to much of a splash as I walk to the middle haha.

Also this seems to go against every instinct I have, but I'm not currently in a position to visit any stores etc, so basically ordering online, do any of you guys buy bats without picking them up first?

dcullen8 · « **Reply #6 on:** January 07, 2016, 12:08:15 AM »

The stickers are 3D chrome, so theyre certainly not understated

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jjohns · « **Reply #7 on:** January 07, 2016, 12:13:57 AM »

Looks great for the price. Really tempted.

dcullen8 · « **Reply #8 on:** January 07, 2016, 12:17:42 AM »

Its a nice bat, now resigned to wet weather cricket mind you! My only other input would be to have a looks through the b3 thread, ive just ordered with them after seeing so many good reviews. Plenty of people have chosen the entry level bats (�150 too) and they are reported to be performing very well.

Good luck with your search, plenty of knowledgeable guys on here wont steer you too far wrong

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edge · « **Reply #9 on:** January 07, 2016, 12:26:49 AM »

Would highly recommend an Aldred butterfly in that kind of price range (�145 iirc), played all season with mine last year and it was absolutely top notch.

ItsJustCricket · « **Reply #10 on:** January 07, 2016, 01:23:21 AM »

Hi @jjohns!

Welcome to the forum - it's a real treasure trove of knowledge!

We have a number of options around this price point which I think would be suitable. We regularly ship all over the world, and in my time here (maybe 3 years now?) I must have posted hundreds of bats, and I think I've seen 2 returned because people don't like them! The point being, if we engage in a dialogue and have a conversation about the sort of bat you want, 99.99% of the time our customers are incredibly happy with the bat they have got, even without feeling it in the flesh.

Also, unlike some other sponsors and shops, we list the actual weight of our bats. Not just pickup, or light, medium and heavy. This means you know exactly what you are getting for your money, not some subjective thing designed to shift heavier bats!

The best thing to do would be to email us at sales@ItsJustCricket.co.uk, with a rough idea of what you are looking for, and a rough weight, and we will be able to select something perfect for you!

Enjoy the forum!

Chris

vishwas · « **Reply #11 on:** January 07, 2016, 02:30:06 AM »

You can definitely try Vitas or IJC. If you want custom route then B3 or Red Ink can build something nice for you within your price point.

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Centurion · « **Reply #12 on:** January 07, 2016, 06:54:00 AM »

Ask Vitas for custom grade one hunts couny bats for under �200. Got one myself, cracking stick!

TeamFTE · « **Reply #13 on:** January 07, 2016, 07:17:08 AM »

Definitely speak to forum sponsors, you can't go wrong.

FattusCattus · « **Reply #14 on:** January 07, 2016, 09:05:55 AM »

@jjohns - whereabouts are you based?

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