Guide To Buying Cricket Equipment by The Pro Shop

The Pro Shop - Cricket Equipment: Cricket Bats, Cricket Pads, Cricket Gloves

Wycombe House is sponsored by The Pro Shop who are based in Brentford which is about a 5 minute drive from the Wycombe House ground. ALL Members receive a 10% Discount when purchasing equipment over the value of £25 from the Pro Shop, please take your membership cards with you as proof of membership.

Telephone: 0208 568 9929 Email: sales@proshopsport.com Location: View Map		The Pro Shop Sports Warehouse Unit E 30 Commerce Road Brentford Middlesex TW8 8LE United Kingdom		Only for fully paid up Members, please show membership fixture card as proof of membership. Discount applies to sales over the value of £25.

Guide To Buying A Cricket Bat

What is the best way to go about choosing a bat?

The best way to choose a bat is to pick it up and get a 'feel' for it because every individual bat is unique. The pick-up weight is the most important, as you should feel comfortable with what you are playing with. You should also remember that there is a scale of willow grading which determines the quality of wood that was used when making the bat.

A heavy bat gives more power or weight behind the shot. It is also less susceptible to splitting. If, however, it is too heavy then you may find it unwieldy.

It is very important that youngsters should use bats which are the correct height and weight. If these are wrong then it can interfere with their shot making, therefore hindering their development and inhibiting their enjoyment of batting.

A light bat is easier to manage, therefore making response time quicker.

Covered bats: Covered or coated bats tend to be harder wearing. They can also be cheaper, as they are usually made of a lower grade willow. They can still play well and are ideal for club and school bats or for someone who is, maybe, a bowler who may only bat occasionally.

What size bat is correct for me?

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