How Do You Buy A Cricket Bat?
Buying a quality Cricket bat takes a basic understanding of the component parts of the bat and how they are put together. Cricket is one of the most popular games in parts of the world once controlled by the British Empire, but it’s a maddeningly complicated game for the uninitiated. Picking a good bat, however, is simple, if you know what to look for. Here’s how to do it. Step 1 Know the construction and size of a cricket bat. The overall length of a bat is no more than 38 inches. It has two parts: The blade and the handle. The handle of a good cricket bat is the most expensive part of the bat and it takes up to 20 separate pieces of cane with rubber layers glued into it to act as shock absorbers. Step 2 Choose the handle length and diameter that fits your height and hand size. The handle can be long or short, as long as the overall length of the bat is does not exceed the 38-inch limit. Step 3 Decide which type of willow you want for the blade. The best bats are made of English willo
