What should I look for when buying a cricket bat?
What should I look for when buying a cricket bat?
6 Tips for How to Choose a Cricket Bat That’s Right for You
- Choose the Right Size for You. Cricket bats come in a range of sizes.
- Ball Type. Cricket can be played with a number of different balls: leather, tennis, foam, or rubber.
- Bat Weight.
- Willow Grade Differences.
- Bat Based on Batting Style.
- Handle Type.
How can you tell a quality cricket bat?
Check whether it is light or too heavy. Whether it feels bottom-heavy with a low sweet spot. If a bat is difficult to hold out straight in front of you with one hand then it is probably too heavy. If you’re an experienced cricketer then you can easily pick up whether a light or heavy cricket bat is right for you.
What is size Harrow?
Size 6: Suitable for ages 12 – 13, Height Range: 5ft 3″ – 5ft 5″ (157 – 163cm), Bat Length 31 ¾”. Size Harrow (H): Suitable for ages 14 – 15, Height Range: 5ft 6″ – 5ft 8″ (163 – 172cm), Bat Length 32 ¾”. Short Handle (SH): Suitable for ages 15+, Height Range: 5ft 9″ – 6ft 2″ (172 – 188cm), Bat Length 33 ½”.
How tall should bats be?
Baseball Bat Size Chart
| Weight/Height | 3’5″- 3’8″ | 4’5″- 4′-8″ |
|---|---|---|
| Under 60 lbs | 27″ | 29″ |
| 61 – 70 lbs | 27″ | 30″ |
| 71 – 80 lbs | 28″ | 30″ |
| 81 – 90 lbs | 28″ | 30″ |
What size cricket bat should I buy?
CRICKET BAT SIZE GUIDE
| BAT SIZE | APPROX. AGE | HEIGHT OF BATSMAN |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 11-13 Years Old | 5ft 2″ – 5ft 5″ |
| HARROW | 12-14 Years Old | 5ft 5″ – 5ft 8″ |
| FULL SIZE (Short Handle) | 15+ Years Old | 5ft 8″ – 6ft 3″ |
| FULL SIZE (Long Handle/Blade) | 15+Years Old | 6ft 3″ and above |