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Yorkershire

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Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
« on: October 11, 2017, 09:24:06 PM »
Okay search for batting pads goes on.. Have a pair of BAS players which just about fit.. Got a pair of AM Excellence, really light but straps too small...

Should just get some GN Legends?? Should have bought from vitas ' sale.... Okay enough ranting... Any recommendations? Normal men's size with decent length straps...
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Re: Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
« Reply #1 on: October 12, 2017, 12:19:58 AM »
I may have some OSM 50/50s with matching gloves... they may or may not have longer straps... ;) :)
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Re: Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
« Reply #2 on: October 12, 2017, 04:08:36 AM »
Quote from: Yorkershire on October 11, 2017, 09:24:06 PM
Okay search for batting pads goes on.. Have a pair of BAS players which just about fit.. Got a pair of AM Excellence, really light but straps too small...

Should just get some GN Legends?? Should have bought from vitas ' sale.... Okay enough ranting... Any recommendations? Normal men's size with decent length straps...

You can never go wrong with Gray Nicolls Legends.

Buy them once, use them till they tear apart.
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Re: Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
« Reply #3 on: October 12, 2017, 04:24:18 AM »
Quote from: Cover_Drive on October 12, 2017, 04:08:36 AM
You can never go wrong with Gray Nicolls Legends.

Buy them once, use them till they tear apart.
I completely agree! I bought them in the beginning of this season and I won't be going back from it. Legends are light and provide the best protection.
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Re: Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
« Reply #4 on: October 12, 2017, 07:07:31 AM »
Thirded, I stumped up the cash and bought a pair directly from GN (needed navy ones) and they are the business as always.
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Re: Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
« Reply #5 on: October 12, 2017, 09:13:19 AM »
Thanks all for the replies... GN Legends it is  ... Any in the sales?
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Re: Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
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Re: Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
« Reply #7 on: October 12, 2017, 02:56:23 PM »
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Re: Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
« Reply #8 on: October 12, 2017, 03:01:01 PM »
Quote from: Yorkershire on October 12, 2017, 02:56:23 PM
How do the GN Velocity XP1 Tests compare to the legend? Its only £3 quid but curious.
http://www.prodirectcricket.com/products/Gray-Nicolls-Velocity-XP1-Test-Batting-Pads-RH-Junior-Batting-Equipment-White-Green-Black-142841.aspx


Velocity, Predator and Powerbow are not the same as legend, they are predominantly foam and much lighter but also less sturdy feeling. 

Supernova Test, same price, protection spec and materials quality as Legend, but a slightly different build, notably the shin bolster. Half price here

http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=43154.msg689181#msg689181
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Re: Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
« Reply #9 on: October 12, 2017, 03:31:57 PM »
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Re: Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
« Reply #10 on: October 12, 2017, 04:23:45 PM »
Kookaburra straps are a decent length, coming from somebody with chunky legs
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Re: Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
« Reply #11 on: October 12, 2017, 04:47:39 PM »
cheaper price for legends

https://www.allroundercricket.com/gray-nicolls-legend-batting-pads

edit - sorry looks like they don't have Standard mens RH, but do have LH and OSM in both
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Re: Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
« Reply #12 on: October 12, 2017, 05:17:44 PM »
Thanks guys and @19reading87 for mentioning Kooks and confusing me further :)

Not feeling the Supernova knee-roll.

Think I will sleep on it, but would be nice to take advantage of the sales. Also curses on @Vitas Cricket too for the great deals  ;) ... I have had to resist as I already bought a bat at the end of this season that I am knocking in...

 Did donate some kit to a charity last year so I didn't feel the guilt. Anyone know of any cricketing charities that want kit. Happily donate my pads... so I can get some new ones...
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Re: Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
« Reply #13 on: October 17, 2017, 10:27:16 PM »
Okay went for it ordered Legends from Pro direct...

Resisted a great deal from vitas for some new balance pads... but bought a supernova duffle from him...

See if the legends live up to the hype... will they be my last pads ever??
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Re: Pads for big lads.. Big calves...
« Reply #14 on: October 17, 2017, 10:43:04 PM »
@Yorkershire they'll definitely be the last pads you purchase before your next pair!
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