{"product_id":"sg-reliant-xtreme-english-willow-cricket-bat-size-3","title":"SG Reliant Xtreme English Willow Cricket Bat - Size 3","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSG Reliant Xtreme Size 3\u003c\/strong\u003e is a junior English Willow cricket bat made for younger hard-ball players who need a lighter, more manageable bat with a traditional SG profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish Willow construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional SG profile for stable stroke play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick edges and curved blade for power and balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImported cane handle designed for control and shock absorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable grip for junior hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize 3 junior format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJunior Bat Size Guide - Player Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e recommended for players approximately \u003cstrong\u003e137-145 cm (4'6\"-4'9\")\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a general guide. Player strength, reach and preferred pickup should also be considered.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is Size 3 designed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize 3 is intended for younger junior players in the recommended height range who need a shorter, easier-to-control bat for developing correct technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for leather-ball cricket?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is an English Willow bat suitable for hard-ball use once correctly prepared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should a junior bat feel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe player should be able to lift the bat into the backlift and complete a controlled swing without the bat feeling too long or heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it require preparation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the bat on arrival and complete any required oiling, knocking-in and protection before match use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SG","offers":[{"title":"Size 3","offer_id":52164448223553,"sku":"RL3SG6P8QK","price":429.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1348\/4519\/files\/sg-reliant-xtreme-size-3-cricket-bat.jpg?v=1788413868","url":"https:\/\/www.nzcricketstore.com\/products\/sg-reliant-xtreme-english-willow-cricket-bat-size-3","provider":"NZ Cricket Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}