New Balance TC 600 Lite Cricket Bat
The New Balance TC 600 Lite Cricket Bat is a Grade 4 English willow cricket bat built around a lightweight configuration with a shorter blade and longer handle. This combination is designed to reduce the amount of willow in the blade while retaining the overall reach of a cricket bat, making the TC 600 Lite worth considering for players who prioritise a lighter bat and easier manoeuvrability.
A semi oval cane handle combines characteristics of traditional oval and round handle shapes. This gives the handle some definition in the hands while retaining the less pronounced shape associated with a round handle.
Who is the New Balance TC 600 Lite best for?
The New Balance TC 600 Lite is best suited to cricketers specifically looking for a lightweight English willow bat with a shorter blade and longer handle configuration.
The lighter construction makes particular sense for a batter who prioritises manoeuvrability and wants to get the bat moving comfortably through their shots, while still using an English willow blade.
Key features
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Grade 4 English willow
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Lightweight bat construction is designed for easier manoeuvrability
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Shorter blade with longer handle creates the TC 600 Lite's distinctive proportions
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Large edges
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Semi oval cane handle
Why buy an English willow cricket bat from Players Sports?
Players Sports offers a broad range of English willow cricket bats from leading brands, giving players the opportunity to compare willow grade, weight, pick up, profile and handle feel before choosing.
At Players Sports Greenlane, 1–7 Marewa Road, Auckland, you can compare bats across our multi brand cricket range. Our Cricket Bat Workshop can also help with bat preparation, protection and ongoing repairs, giving you specialist support beyond the initial purchase.
Frequently asked questions
What grade of willow is the New Balance TC 600 Lite Cricket Bat?
The New Balance TC 600 Lite is made from selected Grade 4 English willow. It combines this willow grade with a lightweight construction, shorter blade, longer handle and large edges, with the blade presented in a natural finish.
Why does the New Balance TC 600 Lite have a shorter blade and longer handle?
The shorter blade and longer handle form part of the TC 600 Lite's lightweight configuration. Rather than simply making the entire bat shorter, New Balance uses different blade and handle proportions to create its lightweight design.
Does the New Balance TC 600 Lite need knocking in?
Yes. The New Balance TC 600 Lite Cricket Bat requires knocking in before use. Knocking in prepares the English willow for ball impacts, but the bat should still be introduced progressively in the nets rather than being taken directly into full intensity batting.
Why should I gradually introduce a new English willow bat in the nets?
Gradual net use helps introduce newly prepared English willow progressively to harder ball impacts. After knocking in, start with gentle throwdowns before moving to spin and then seam bowling. This progressive process helps condition the blade before full match use, supporting durability and long term performance.
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*Players Workshop Knock In, Bat Facing and Toe Guard application options are available (where applicable) once this bat is added to the cart. For assistance email info@playerssports.co.nz
| New Balance Cricket Bats | |
| Bat Size | Player Height (cm) |
| Long Blade | 183 + |
| Short Handle | 175 - 183 |
| Small Adult | 170 - 175 |
| Harrow | 165 - 170 |
| Size 6 | 160 - 165 |
| Size 5 | 152 - 160 |
| Size 4 | 145 - 152 |
| Size 3 | 137 - 145 |
| Size 2 | 130 - 137 |
| Size 1 | - 130 |
| Please use the above as a guide only. | |
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