Topic: Your 2021 kit thread... (Read 63340 times)

19reading87 · « **Reply #75 on:** January 27, 2021, 05:42:51 PM »

What are those asics 👀

jp2408 · « **Reply #76 on:** January 27, 2021, 07:03:24 PM »

Current state of play:

Pads: GN Legend. Spent most of Lockdown 1.0 trading pads in and out trying to find my perfect set. Eventually kept the ones I started with and taped up the logo. If I could get these blank with shorter and plain white/black straps I don't want to know how much I'd be willing to pay for them....

Gloves: Probably the Lockdown 3.0 project. Chase FLC are my favourite pair for comfort but don't match. GN Prestige the only ones that match the straps on my pads (assume I'm in a safe space to talk about this

) other two are a pair of SG Test White and some blanks off eBay that I will use for nets. Current shortlist for new options includes B3 pittards if their new range is good, SS LEs if the indian mens fit works for me, Kook Ghost Pro and the new Jedi Players Edition. All will give me matching strap issues though so I may end up using the GN Prestige and just sucking it up. Tbh if I didn't have the Chase pair I would happily do this but I've been spoiled.. Or I might end up finding some gloves I love and having to buy new pads to match (which won't be as good as the Legends) and the cycle will begin again. I think I need help.

Helmet: Masuri Titanium. Probably my only piece of kit that is a complete lock and will not change.

Thigh pads: Aero P2s. Tried strettons but couldn't quite make them perfect, then went back to P2s last game of the season and it felt like I wasn't wearing them. May try a small size set of strettons, but likely to stick with the Aero's I think.

Box: Shock doctor and shorts. Very unlikely to change.

Arm guard/wristband: Ayrtek hybrid

Bag: GM 909. Another item I've cycled through a few of. I've had massive wheelies which fit everything but don't fit in the car and duffles which this year with no changing rooms were a right pain to be rummaging around in (tried every design and I still lose things at the bottom). I think this one might be a keeper as it's just bigger than mid sized but can fit all my gear plus 3 bats with covers and has good side pocket storage. And it fits beautifully in the car..

Bats (L-R):
- B3 32.2 2 Stripe. Gun and most likely match bat.
- B3 12.1 3 Stripe (Finch). Lovely in the hands, not quite got on with it in use yet, slightly lower middle which may contribute.
- B3 32.2 1 Stripe. Net bat to cover for the 2 stripe. All the B3s are harrow size at about 2lb 8oz
- Chase FLC Harrow/SSH. Not quite fallen in love yet but it is a serious performer if I can crack it. Different shape and feel in the hands to the B3s but a very long middle indeed. Could work its way to match bat status if I have a few good nets with it.
- Red Ink middling bat - PM'd John on here and he did a cracking job sorting out for me.

Danny1981 · « **Reply #77 on:** January 27, 2021, 07:36:48 PM »

@Buzz what's the helmet?
Looks like a OS2 but with vision series grill?
Intriguing......

Buzz · « **Reply #78 on:** January 27, 2021, 08:01:01 PM »

Quote from: Danny1981 on January 27, 2021, 07:36:48 PM

@Buzz what's the helmet?
Looks like a OS2 but with vision series grill?
Intriguing......

No it is just an os2 ti helmet, as far as I know. I have messed about with lids and grilles now it could be anything.

My son has a plastic masuri with a double bar ti grille for example 😲😂

19reading87 · « **Reply #79 on:** January 27, 2021, 10:09:48 PM »

Quote from: jp2408 on January 27, 2021, 07:03:24 PM

Current state of play:

Pads: GN Legend. Spent most of Lockdown 1.0 trading pads in and out trying to find my perfect set. Eventually kept the ones I started with and taped up the logo. If I could get these blank with shorter and plain white/black straps I don't want to know how much I'd be willing to pay for them....

Gloves: Probably the Lockdown 3.0 project. Chase FLC are my favourite pair for comfort but don't match. GN Prestige the only ones that match the straps on my pads (assume I'm in a safe space to talk about this ) other two are a pair of SG Test White and some blanks off eBay that I will use for nets. Current shortlist for new options includes B3 pittards if their new range is good, SS LEs if the indian mens fit works for me, Kook Ghost Pro and the new Jedi Players Edition. All will give me matching strap issues though so I may end up using the GN Prestige and just sucking it up. Tbh if I didn't have the Chase pair I would happily do this but I've been spoiled.. Or I might end up finding some gloves I love and having to buy new pads to match (which won't be as good as the Legends) and the cycle will begin again. I think I need help.

Helmet: Masuri Titanium. Probably my only piece of kit that is a complete lock and will not change.

Thigh pads: Aero P2s. Tried strettons but couldn't quite make them perfect, then went back to P2s last game of the season and it felt like I wasn't wearing them. May try a small size set of strettons, but likely to stick with the Aero's I think.

Box: Shock doctor and shorts. Very unlikely to change.

Arm guard/wristband: Ayrtek hybrid

Bag: GM 909. Another item I've cycled through a few of. I've had massive wheelies which fit everything but don't fit in the car and duffles which this year with no changing rooms were a right pain to be rummaging around in (tried every design and I still lose things at the bottom). I think this one might be a keeper as it's just bigger than mid sized but can fit all my gear plus 3 bats with covers and has good side pocket storage. And it fits beautifully in the car..

Bats (L-R):
- B3 32.2 2 Stripe. Gun and most likely match bat.
- B3 12.1 3 Stripe (Finch). Lovely in the hands, not quite got on with it in use yet, slightly lower middle which may contribute.
- B3 32.2 1 Stripe. Net bat to cover for the 2 stripe. All the B3s are harrow size at about 2lb 8oz
- Chase FLC Harrow/SSH. Not quite fallen in love yet but it is a serious performer if I can crack it. Different shape and feel in the hands to the B3s but a very long middle indeed. Could work its way to match bat status if I have a few good nets with it.
- Red Ink middling bat - PM'd John on here and he did a cracking job sorting out for me.

@jp2408 you seem to be as fussy as me on pads!! 😳

richyreed · « **Reply #80 on:** January 31, 2021, 04:26:05 PM »

Finally dusted off my kitbag!

Match kit from 2020, I don't really see much changing here tbh as I'm happy with all the bits. Let's see if that holds true by the time the season rolls around

Bats - Keeley Superior and a Keeley SB/LH. Both absolute rockets.
Pads - OLS unbranded pads to appease my kit ocd
Gloves - Unbranded kohli style gloves, believe they were off Dan from the forum
Helmet - Masuri titanium
Thigh guard - Moonwalkr
Shoes - Nike Domain 2
Other - Arytek sweatband and box

GM kit - do I need a separate set of kit for one brand .. no. But here we are ...

Bat - GM Chroma Signature, love the stickers and the shape of this. Looks so much better with a white grip imo!
Pads - GM Original LE, managed to get these for �50 off amazon, too good to pass!
Gloves - GM 606 that I got cheap in a sportsdirect sale the other year. The fact they don't match the pads bothers me so I will probably upgrade ..
Thigh guard - Stretton foxes, I love the concept but find them a bit cumbersome.

All the bats ... (Apologies to the fibre sheet haters!)

Adidas XT Grey 4.0 - Got for a good deal from Talent, really nice stick but can't see myself using it so will move it on.
Kookaburra Ghost - This was actually a Slazenger v1000 I got from sports direct for �50. It's Sondhi made and goes like a cannon, had multiple team mates off me a lot more for it but I won't sell

GM Chrome Signature - Love the stickers and shape, can't wait to use it in the nets.
H4L Sub bat - Stickered as a NB as it came blank. Big brute of a bat, but it's surplus to requirement so moving this on.
Green Keeley - Originally a phantom custom in the dark edition shape. The best ping of any bat I've had but it's pretty damaged, so just trying to keep it going!
Keeley Superior - My match bat, love the feel and performance, don't see this moving anytime soon.
Kookaburra Ghost Lite - Got in the sales a few years back, will move this on as it's too light for me.
Blank Laminate bat - Wanted to try out a laminate but haven't had a chance to use this yet. Debating just selling it.

Jimbo · « **Reply #81 on:** January 31, 2021, 04:44:12 PM »

Lovely wee collection @richyreed, any idea if all the Ghost Lites come in the shorter blade/longer handle set up?

richyreed · « **Reply #82 on:** January 31, 2021, 06:56:08 PM »

Quote from: Jimbo on January 31, 2021, 04:44:12 PM

Lovely wee collection @richyreed, any idea if all the Ghost Lites come in the shorter blade/longer handle set up?

Thanks! I believe they all do

Jimbo · « **Reply #83 on:** January 31, 2021, 07:48:14 PM »

Quote from: richyreed on January 31, 2021, 06:56:08 PM

Thanks! I believe they all do

Cheers, that makes my search for a cheap bat very interesting!

alba caerulea · « **Reply #84 on:** February 02, 2021, 05:06:32 PM »

What I foresee walking out in first game of the season, fingers crossed April!

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Bat - Chase Custom Lam - Purchased from the forum at reasonable price. 1212g. Duckbill shape. Picks up light and goes like a train. Match bat for the last 2 seasons.
Gloves - Adidas Incurza 1.0 - took me a while to warm to Adidas as a non-traditional cricketing brand but these gloves are top drawer, light, snug and Ive worn a few short ones without issue. Like the aesthetics aswell
Pads - GN Legend - the best on the market in my opinion.
Lid - Albion Ti22 - tried loads of helmets over the years and keep coming back to this one. Feels balanced and fits well. Added bonus of non-fixed grill. Rare as rocking-horse manure now as ive been trying to source a 2nd one in decent nick for training, without luck.
Box - Aero - probably had for 10 years now. Never been hit
Thighs - Stretton Fox - very happy with them. I understand the complaints about the fitting and moulding but once you have them right they are like a skin. Worth the kerfuffle.
Footwear - Puma 19.1 - Mainly went with Puma as I know their size 11 fits me perfectly. But its a really good shoe, good ventilation and plenty of support. I dont bowl often but trundled in for some medium pace overs in these no problem.

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Extra bats!
Oxfordshire Cricket Custom - 1228g. SCat Series 1 shape. Made by @Northern monkey. Just a gorgeous bat, both the willow and the shape. If I can get it match ready in time it will be in the bag alongside the Chase.
Scott G2 - Off the shelf but superb nonetheless. 1216g. The biggest of my bats and picks up nicely. Made by @jonny77. Will have no qualms taking this out to the middle when its ready to go.
GM Diamond 808 - First GM ive owned approaching my 20th season of mens cricket. 1201g. Picks up really well but have only used it in training so far.
Warsop Custom - 1209g. Lovely bat. A few years old now but no damage. Picks up like a wand. Old school shape similar to the Newbery Mjolnir with a slightly higher middle.

And my bags!
H4L Wheelie. Not sure if this has a model name or when it was released. Bought from Ebay fairly cheap and it has far exceeded my expectations. Huge Capacity with separate sections for wet and dry clothes. Side pockets for valuables and other bits and pieces. And internal mesh pockets aswell. Everything i take on a matchday fits in this bag and its easy to organise. Only 2 bat sleeves but thats all i take to matches anyway. Tri wheels of good quality and solid zips and materials throughout. Id almost given up looking for the perfect bag!

Scott Wheelie Duffle. Wont write too much as I plan to do a full review elsewhere but first impression is a very well designed bag. Currently has my training kit in and think it will be perfect for that.

Neon Cricket · « **Reply #85 on:** February 05, 2021, 01:46:49 PM »

Watching the test this morning unleashed my inner kit badger so I thought it time to dust off what will likely be the starting kit for 2021 (assuming it doesn't change 8 times between now and April). No prizes for guessing the dominant brand... enjoy!

Bats

Neon Pink (Freshly Refurbished) - Reserve Grade - 2lb 6.2oz - 35mm Edge
Last years' match bat, starting to feel a little on the light side but it's a rocket so will see how I feel once nets start up as to whether it gets another season!

Neon Yellow (New) - Club Grade (Butterfly Cleft) - 2lb 8.4oz - 38mm Edge
Was originally picked out as a net bat based on pick up alone, but having started to knock it in it's got a serious chance of becoming my match bat - ridiculous.

Neon TBC (New) - Pro Players Grade - 2lb 8.2oz (2lb 8.6oz once labelled) - 39mm Edge
Now I have a dilemma with this bat, quite frankly I'm struggling to justify keeping it for myself as the cleft would be absolutely wasted on me (something this rare deserves a better home!!). Depending on how the yellow goes this could very well end up back in with the rest of the other stock.

Softs

Neon Batting Gloves - Pink, White and Orange Variants
Pink gloves are being carried over from last season, bit of life left in them yet. The white gloves will be the next up with the orange gloves on hold pending the outcome of the Pro Players vs Yellow bat dilemma!

Neon Batting Pads
Not much to say other than I'm treating myself to new pads after using the same pair for a few seasons. Absolutely love the new detailing and know these will last for as long as I want.

Misc Items

Neon Duffle Bag
Again a new one for 2021, planning to utilise the CoolZone for cans of Thatcher's finest haze (and the obligatory COVID teas Tesco meal deal).

Masuri OS2 Test Titanium (now T-Line)
Light, good vision, solid build quality - all round worth the cost

Ayrtek D3O Abdominal Guard
Can't rate the fit enough, just hope I don't have to use it!

Neon Catching and Technique Bats
Used for training and warm ups, how both of the clefts ended up being used for training bats I'll never know.

New Balance CK10s
Used last season after switching from using Adidas 22YDs for years, only wish I'd done it sooner - lighter and comfier, big thumbs up from me.

Jimbo · « **Reply #86 on:** February 05, 2021, 04:01:30 PM »

What type of grips are you using on those @Neon Cricket ?

AlanB · « **Reply #87 on:** February 10, 2021, 02:31:35 PM »

These are most likely the bats that I will use in the 2021 season.

From left to right

Gray-Nicolls Kronus Halestorm 2lb 15oz (huge edges, big performance)

Millichamp & Hall MH09 2lb 12oz (extremely good performance)

B3 Series Sublime 3 Stripe 2lb 13oz (unused, large edges 40mm)

Gunn & Moore Noir Limited Edition 2lb 10oz (unused, lower middle shape, some concaving, 35mm edges, L555 blade)

Gunn & Moore Eclipse Limited Edition 2lb 12oz (unused, higher middle shape with no concaving, 33mm edges, L540 blade)

AlanB · « **Reply #88 on:** February 10, 2021, 02:43:33 PM »

Some more photos of the two GM LEs

ch1p · « **Reply #89 on:** February 10, 2021, 03:31:24 PM »

Gorgeous sticks and pics as always Alan

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