Blog Detail - Why Kookaburra Cricket Bats Are So Highly Thought Of
Created By : Kristina Created On : 03-Sep-2015 13:24:11 Category : General

When you have been in the game as long as Kookaburra has, you must be doing something right! This giant of the cricket world is one of the world’s leading cricket brands, making and selling cutting edge cricket bats and equipment which is endorsed by some of the world’s top cricketers. It’s also perhaps the biggest manufacturer of cricket gear in the world and is favoured and endorsed by many of the top players, including Ricky Ponting. It is not surprising, therefore, that Kookaburra cricket bats are so highly thought of.

The history of Kookaburra

The company was first established as A G Thompson Pty Ltd,in 1890 when it sold general leather goods – mainly saddles and harnesses for horses - from a small property in Melbourne. However, Thompson’s love of cricket soon influenced his business and from 1900, he began the manufacture of cricket balls under the Kookaburra name. Just over a decade later, business was so brisk that Thompson had to move to larger premises and over the years, began expanding gradually into the overseas market.  By 1945, it was so well respected that it was asked to submit samples of Kookaburra cricket balls for the first post-war international Test Series. Its Turf Cricket Ball has been used exclusively in South Africa, Australian and New Zealand Test Cricket since 1946.

Nowadays, the company is still 100% family owned and operated and continues to manufacture the most widely used brand of ball used in cricket. Acquisition of the leading, 200 year old British cricket ball manufacturer, Alfred Reader & Co, in 2002 strengthened the company’s experience and reputation. Aside from that, though, it has a wealth of experience in producing cricket and hockey equipment of the highest standard and its name is synonymous with Australian sport. With headquarters in Moorabbin, Melbourne, Australia, it sells sporting equipment worldwide, with extensive markets in Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and India.

Reputation and good standing in the cricket world

Such is its reputation and good standing that many top class players worldwide use and endorse Kookaburra bats, which also feature in competitive and friendly play in England, New Zealand, Australia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Scotland, South Africa.

It upholds extremely high standards of manufacturing, so you can guarantee that Kookaburra cricket bats will be universally good, no matter which option you elect to buy. It is true to say that a genuine, hand-made bat will outperform a mass-produced, machine-made bat every time. If you want to hit the ball to the best of your ability, then a hand pressed bat, shaped and finished by hand, is by far the best option. And this is what you get when you buy from Kookaburra: each piece of wood (known as a ‘cleft’) is handcrafted and individually assessed by Kookaburra’s Master Bat Maker. Over 50 different processes go into the production of each and every bat.

Of course, every player is different, plays at different levels and has their own personal preferences, so Kookaburra cricket bats come in a vast array of styles, sizes and weights. The company’s extensive cricket bat ranges include:

• Kahuna
• Instinct
• Cadejo
• Verve
• Bubble
• Ricochet
• impulse

It’s impossible to quickly summarise the unique benefits of each of these, but some of the highlights include the Kookaburra Kahuna, the premier bat in the Kookaburra range. Made of the highest grade unbleached English willow, this bat made its debut in international cricket in 2002 and still continues to turn heads. Online blogs routinely award it first place in the top ten best cricket bats list and it is endorsed by many top class players, including Ricky Ponting, widely regarded as one of the best batsmen of all time – so it has the approval of both amateur and professional players alike. The Instinct range, on the other hand, is a newcomer for the 2015 season. Developed with the modern day game in mind, it is already a firm favourite with many amateur and Sunday cricketers.

Simply put, there is a Kookaburra cricket bat to suit every player, young and old, amateur and professional alike. But how do you choose the right option for your own style and level of play, especially if buying online?

How to choose a Kookaburra cricket bat off the internet

Buying a bat on the internet has great advantages – an online store typically has fewer overheads and so can pass on the savings to customers in terms of more competitive prices. However, you will also be missing out on many of the benefits of buying in a high street store, such a physical proximity and the ability to feel the weight balance of the bat. But it is still possible to find the right Kookaburra cricket bat for you by following these tips:

• It is vital that you buy your bat from a specialist store which is able to include all the information you need to make an informed choice. You’ll also have more confidence in the authenticity of the product if you buy from a store with a good reputation to uphold. Select one from eBay, for example, and you could get stung by buying one of the many fakes on the market.
• Check out online reviews of bats you like the look of. These are often highly detailed and though they will include the personal preference of the reviewer, you should get an idea of the high points and limitations.
• Try out other friends’ and colleagues’ bats for size, to see which aspects you like and or don’t like.
• Know what weight and balance your current bat is so you can replicate that if you are pleased with it or know what to change if not.
• Finally, look for anexpert seller with a good track record who will offer you tailored advice if you need to ask anything before you part with your money.

Whichever Kookaburra cricket bat you go onto choose, the experience of many thousands of people suggests that you will be delighted with your new purchase. However, we’re always more than happy to answer all of your questions before you buy.

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