Topic: Kit and the extra ounce (Read 5134 times)

Percy · « **on:** March 15, 2016, 10:49:30 AM »

I won't deny it I like "stuff"! If its well made and pleasing to the eye I don't really care whether its a cricket bat or a pair of shoes I can appreciate that its been built by a craftsman and is a thing of beauty. I like shiny new things and believe that if they make you feel good then sub-consciously you will be more confident and that in turn will impact, in the case of sport, how you play. I realise that sometimes what you are buying is too expensive and that you can buy something similar for less, but to me I am also buying pleasure and that also can have a price.

Where I struggle is how we sometimes try to justify things on this forum. I am sure that there are some pretty talented cricketers here but I find it amusing that we debate at length the merits or an ounce here or a bit of padding there. As an example, the majority of international players use Masuri helmets. There are lighter ones on the market, perhaps even better ones, but if a pro is not bothered about the extra ounce compared to say a Shrey should we be or are we just trying to justify our purchase; I doubt that the majority of us are good enough to really notice the difference.

I think what I am trying to say is buy what you like, can afford and gives you pleasure. If you can achieve that then I doubt you will notice the extra ounce.

Just a thought

Buzz · « **Reply #1 on:** March 15, 2016, 11:13:23 AM »

in my case I just bought a much cheaper lid (the GM one) that is also much lighter and passes the test.

I have no idea why anyone would buy the masuri lid over the GM one.

I am looking at all my kit and trying to see how I can make it lighter - rather than many kilos heavier!

Percy · « **Reply #2 on:** March 15, 2016, 11:28:05 AM »

Quote from: Buzz on March 15, 2016, 11:13:23 AM

in my case I just bought a much cheaper lid (the GM one) that is also much lighter and passes the test.

I have no idea why anyone would buy the masuri lid over the GM one.

I am looking at all my kit and trying to see how I can make it lighter - rather than many kilos heavier!

Because the pros use them and they want to be like them and use the same kit and maybe they prefer the look

GoldenArm · « **Reply #3 on:** March 15, 2016, 11:31:06 AM »

Quote from: Percy on March 15, 2016, 10:49:30 AM

I won't deny it I like "stuff"! If its well made and pleasing to the eye I don't really care whether its a cricket bat or a pair of shoes I can appreciate that its been built by a craftsman and is a thing of beauty. I like shiny new things and believe that if they make you feel good then sub-consciously you will be more confident and that in turn will impact, in the case of sport, how you play. I realise that sometimes what you are buying is too expensive and that you can buy something similar for less, but to me I am also buying pleasure and that also can have a price.

Where I struggle is how we sometimes try to justify things on this forum. I am sure that there are some pretty talented cricketers here but I find it amusing that we debate at length the merits or an ounce here or a bit of padding there. As an example, the majority of international players use Masuri helmets. There are lighter ones on the market, perhaps even better ones, but if a pro is not bothered about the extra ounce compared to say a Shrey should we be or are we just trying to justify our purchase; I doubt that the majority of us are good enough to really notice the difference.

I think what I am trying to say is buy what you like, can afford and gives you pleasure. If you can achieve that then I doubt you will notice the extra ounce.

Just a thought

Don't really get where you're coming from with this to be honest, it's not about being a pro or an amateur it's about what feels right and for me it wasn't 'just an ounce' it was the difference between being comfortable batting or feeling like I had an anvil strapped to my head. And for the sake of accuracy isn't the difference between the helmets 200 grams? which is about 7 ounces. That's quite a lot. The next time you order a 2.8 bat and it weighs 7 ounces more I assume you either won't notice and presumably won't be complaining then?

WalkingWicket37 · « **Reply #4 on:** March 15, 2016, 11:31:44 AM »

Quote from: Buzz on March 15, 2016, 11:13:23 AM

in my case I just bought a much cheaper lid (the GM one) that is also much lighter and passes the test.

I have no idea why anyone would buy the masuri lid over the GM one.

I am looking at all my kit and trying to see how I can make it lighter - rather than many kilos heavier!

Because GM is a brand that makes bats & softs too, so I'd have to use all their gear to have matching kit.

Albion, Masuri and Shrey are "neutral" in the fact they do not make bats or softs, so can go with any kit and keep my OCD happy.

hanif · « **Reply #5 on:** March 15, 2016, 11:33:15 AM »

I agree with Buzz a lighter kit is the way forward and makes more sense than unnecessarily buying expensive kit that is heavier than a cheaper equivalent. I think as you get older every ounce makes a difference. Especially when trying to run those quick singles. We certainly need that edge over the younger generation.

hanif · « **Reply #6 on:** March 15, 2016, 11:35:56 AM »

@WalkingWicket37 I remember albion bringing a range of pads gloves and bats out. I used to have an albion helmet and bag and wanted to get the rest of the kit. Think it was only sold overseas though Australia New Zealand from memory.

Percy · « **Reply #7 on:** March 15, 2016, 11:44:26 AM »

I'm not advocating buying something heavier or that you buy a masuri helmet but buy what makes you happy. I just don't believe that many of us can really tell the difference (if it's minor difference, clearly 7ozs on a bat is extreme!).

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hanif · « **Reply #8 on:** March 15, 2016, 11:46:30 AM »

I think 7 ounces on a helmet is equally as extreme, especially as where your head goes your body will follow.

Mr_Orange · « **Reply #9 on:** March 15, 2016, 11:47:23 AM »

I always try and leave price out of the equation as much as possible and go for stuff I feel comfortable with. Obviously there are times when the cost would be ridiculous but I'll give myself a budget and decide what's best for me.

Examples... �70 glove budget but bought �40 gloves as they felt more comfortable and supple compared to more expensive ones. Likewise, �100 for pads and spent �90 as they felt the most comfortable and protective. The last time I went for pads I ended up with a �45 pair of pads that felt comfy and protective. Just how it feels for me really.

Percy · « **Reply #10 on:** March 15, 2016, 11:58:39 AM »

Quote from: hanif on March 15, 2016, 11:46:30 AM

I think 7 ounces on a helmet is equally as extreme, especially as where your head goes your body will follow.

But clearly not enough to put off most international players. This wasn't meant to be about masuri but about buying what you like without having to justify it. [emoji1]

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GoldenArm · « **Reply #11 on:** March 15, 2016, 12:33:49 PM »

Quote from: Percy on March 15, 2016, 11:58:39 AM

But clearly not enough to put off most international players. This wasn't meant to be about masuri but about buying what you like without having to justify it. [emoji1]

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You say that but there's quite a few still using older helmets or lighter brands. So it has been enough to put off quite a few. I do agree you should buy what makes you happy though! Otherwise this forum would be a very quiet, very miserable place! I just don't agree at all that 7 ounces on a helmet is negligible.

Seniorplayer · « **Reply #12 on:** March 15, 2016, 01:02:20 PM »

Kit needs to be like a second skin comfortable and light not a fan of bulklyness

procricket · « **Reply #13 on:** March 15, 2016, 01:08:38 PM »

It is why i have always been fussy about pads and gloves...

I have been trying a new glove for the last month and got to say i could never use anything else due to it feeling like i'm batting with no gloves and not some kind of storm trooper fat padding.

Things that bother me are top hats that sit back and bulk around the sides and also gloves that have too thick a palm and you loose feel.

Feel of gloves is very important to me and it why i do not use inners but with pads i do not like pads that feel thick padded.

liscon12 · « **Reply #14 on:** March 15, 2016, 01:10:55 PM »

What do you currently rock pad and glove wise @procricket B3 ?

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