About this item
A bat engineered for the modern ball striker with a shorter blade and longer handle, delivering a powerful profile.
- Grade 1.1 English Willow
- Oval-shaped handle
- Mid-to-low sweet spot
This bat is specifically designed to maximize power for the modern ball striker. The unique combination of a one-inch shorter blade and a one-inch longer handle provides an extended power profile, allowing a player to generate significant bat speed. Its large sweet spot and thick edges are built to ensure the ball "stays hit" and clears the boundary with ease.
Key Features
- Innovative shorter blade and longer handle for power hitters.
- Generous sweet spot positioned mid-to-low on the blade.
- Substantial edges and spine height for maximum power.
- Unbleached English willow offers a clean, responsive hitting surface.
- Oval handle shape for superior control and comfort.
- Rounded face and edge profile for a forgiving hitting area.
- Kookaburra Pre-Prepared (KPP) for a head start on knocking-in.
- Standard toe profile with a pronounced bow for a balanced feel.
FAQs:
Q1: How does the shorter blade and longer handle design of the Kookaburra Stealth 1.1 Cricket Bat benefit a player?
A1: The unique design of the Kookaburra Stealth 1.1, with its one-inch shorter blade and one-inch longer handle, is crafted to provide a massive power profile, giving a cricketer extra leverage and bat speed to hit the ball with more force.
Q2: Is the Kookaburra Stealth 1.1 Cricket Bat suitable for players of all styles?
A2: The Kookaburra Stealth 1.1 is particularly well-suited for aggressive, modern batsmen who enjoy hitting boundaries and prefer a bat that generates substantial power, especially from a mid-to-low sweet spot.
Q3: What does the "oval" handle of the Kookaburra Stealth 1.1 Cricket Bat offer in terms of feel and control?
A3: The oval handle of the Kookaburra Stealth 1.1 bat is designed for a comfortable and secure grip, allowing for greater control and a solid feel through the handle during a powerful stroke.
Q4: Is the Kookaburra Stealth 1.1 Cricket Bat ready to use straight out of the packaging?
A4: The Kookaburra Stealth 1.1 comes with a "Kookaburra Pre-Prepared" finish. While this provides a head start, a meticulous knocking-in process is still recommended, especially on the edges and toe, to ensure optimal performance and longevity.