Cricket Equipment – Cricket Bat – Buying Tips

 If you’re looking for a new cricket bat, follow the tips below for the best advice in purchasing the best cricket equipment.

Cricket bats are developing more and more everyday, so it’s worthwhile taking the following tips into consideration when purchasing your next cricket bat or any other cricket equipment. Some of the main things to consider before you buy are:

The Brand – Although many cricket players prefer certain brands of cricket bat, most of the brands have very similar features, therefore it’s important to look at the variation between the models to gain a more accurate understanding of what makes that specific cricket bat a more comprehensive piece of equipment to its neighbour.

The Model – When looking at cricket equipment, in particular cricket bats, you should always look for a model that is well suited to your own specific style of play. This is because certain cricket bats are made with specific styles in mind, so they are therefore not suited to everybody. Size is also very important when choosing a cricket bat as if you get the size wrong, it can drastically affect your play.

The Weight – This is the most important element when choosing the right cricket bat. The key is to choose a lighter cricket bat if possible as buying a heavy bat can, again, affect your performance on the pitch. Like any cricket equipment, a cricket bat is a very personal thing and it should be tailored to your exact needs. If you’re an adult then you should ideally look for a bat which is around 2lb 8oz – 2lb 10oz.

The Wood – Most cricket bats are made from English willow, a soft fibrous wood which has great striking qualities. If you’re given the option when choosing your equipment, always go for the English willow if you get the chance. However, if you’re strapped for cash then a cheaper alternative is a Kashmir Willow cricket bat which has harder wood and is very durable. Cricket bat willow is graded from G1 up to G4, with G1 being the highest, best quality cricket bat.

Buying Cricket Bats Online
A lot of people are tending to purchase their cricket bats online now as you get more value for your money. This is because online companies often don’t have as many overheads, so they can afford to offer better discounts. A good tip is to go into your local store and try out a few bats in advance before purchasing anything online. Also, make sure that the company offer a returns policy so that if you’re not happy with your cricket equipment for any reason, you can return it.

Sports HQ is the European division for Confidence Sporting Goods, inc., the famous manufacturer from Palm Springs, California. We sell a huge range of cricket equipment, including cricket bats. Because we sell directly to you, you can expect to save up to 70% on normal retail prices when buying from us. Call us today on 01527 598388 for more information or to place an order.