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[Churchy1989]

Pics, specs, @Churchy1989 ?

I'll take pics to Oz and upload when "working" tomorrow.

[InternalTraining]

Depends whether you can find a blitz like Simon Mays one, but from what I understand that was quite a rarity and to be honest from the others I have seen the blitz seem to be quite hit and miss so I'd choose the warbird purely for the constancy that very H4L I have seen has performed exceptionally well

That's how Blitz ended up as an option. Also, Blitz is available in one grade only and Warbird PRO (top end) is pretty pricey. If I can get that rare Blitz, it is going to be a bargain.

My 2017 stock is on its way and I am pins and needles. If I can't use my 2017 stock for a T-20 slog fest, I have to make a decision on these bats.

[tom line]

Yes for sure but if you don't care about grain why would you be getting the pro version why not the grade 2 option which would be a similarly price point to the blitz grade

[InternalTraining]

Yes for sure but if you don't care about grain why would you be getting the pro version why not the grade 2 option which would be a similarly price point to the blitz grade

That's a great suggestion!

My understanding (or thinking) is that "PRO" versions are better performance bats as _them_ (bloody !!! ) grains guarantee that performance. This probably is the marketing ploy but not one bat maker ever says that my Grade-2 bats (although ugly) get you same performance as my Grade-1/PRO bats. I'd be happy with a Grade-2 Warbird if I get that amazing performance.

Having said all that, my L&W Legend (their entry level offering) is a piece of work but I always thought it was an anomaly.

[Woodyspin]

That's a great suggestion!

My understanding (or thinking) is that "PRO" versions are better performance bats as _them_ (bloody !!! ) grains guarantee that performance. This probably is the marketing ploy but not one bat maker ever says that my Grade-2 bats (although ugly) get you same performance as my Grade-1/PRO bats. I'd be happy with a Grade-2 Warbird if I get that amazing performance.

Having said all that, my L&W Legend (their entry level offering) is a piece of work but I always thought it was an anomaly.

For the record my G2 Hellfire goes like this...

[InternalTraining]

 

[ppccopener]

Wherever that train is going im jumping on too.

Grade 2 h4l goes just as good as anything ive had
Grade 2 hellfire still in the wrapping for next year

 

[Cow_corner]

That's how Blitz ended up as an option. Also, Blitz is available in one grade only and Warbird PRO (top end) is pretty pricey. If I can get that rare Blitz, it is going to be a bargain.

My 2017 stock is on its way and I am pins and needles. If I can't use my 2017 stock for a T-20 slog fest, I have to make a decision on these bats.

I have both a Warbird pro 2 11 and a Blitz which is a bit heavier 2 14 max, they both feel their respective weights, in my hands in a pair of H4L custom gloves, surprisingly the Warbird feels marginally more bottom heavy. One criticsim of the Blitz is the pencil thin handle on mine, already has two grips borderline needing a third. Either way you shouldn't be disappointed.

[tom line]

I think the way Matt presses his clefts he is always getting optimal performance from each and every piece and therefore I wouldn't worry at all about the pro grade performing better at all. The pro will look nicer don't get me wrong but for pure performance there's no need to worry

[FattusCattus]

@InternalTraining  my G2 Warbird pings fantastically and I have never thought of moving up the grades for this particular model.

[FattusCattus]

@WalkingWicket37 - images of your 'dark Kraken' cannot now be unseen!

[Mpt7]

I have a Warbird G1 that will up for sale soon. around you weight point - I need to check exactly will stick in the for sale section

[Jamesfield]

The Blitz ive got is a horrible bat, absolute plank

[Northern monkey]

Really?
I'd be taking it straight back, the amount they cost, I'd be more than a little peed off

The tk made bats I've seen have all been proper stunners

[JB]

Weight 2.14 with a second GM Matrix grip so 2.12 with single
43mm edges, 67mm spine, fairly full profile, blade length 545mm










Nearly forgot the most important thing, it's got a good bow!