New Balance Heritage 800 Senior English Willow Cricket Bat
The New Balance Heritage 800 Senior English Willow Cricket Bat is a Grade 3 English willow bat that combines characteristics of the New Balance DC and TC ranges. It features a low swell, large sweet spot and sizeable edges, making it particularly relevant for senior cricketers who favour front foot stroke play and want plenty of willow through the lower hitting area.
A slightly rounded toe and thicker semi oval handle complete the Heritage profile, giving this model its own shape rather than simply replicating either the DC or TC range.
The Heritage 800 is made from Grade 3 English willow, providing a good option for regular school and club cricket. The large edges and large sweet spot put substantial willow through the hitting area, while the low swell positions that hitting area further down the blade.
Who is the New Balance Heritage 800 best for?
The New Balance Heritage 800 is best suited to senior cricketers who want a Grade 3 English willow bat with a low hitting area and substantial profile. Its low swell, large sweet spot and sizeable edges particularly suit batters who regularly score off the front foot.
What should you consider before buying?
The New Balance Heritage 800 requires knocking in before use. We also recommend adding a bat facing and toe guard to provide additional protection to the English willow blade.
Even after knocking in, introduce a new bat gradually to harder impacts. Start with gentle throwdowns before progressing to spin and then seam bowling in the nets. This conditions the newly prepared willow before full match use and supports long term durability and performance.
Key features
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Grade 3 English willow
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Low swell positions the main hitting area towards the lower blade
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Large sweet spot creates a substantial hitting area
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Large edges put plenty of willow behind the ball
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Slightly rounded toe
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Slightly thicker semi oval handle
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DC and TC inspired profile combines characteristics from two established New Balance ranges
How does the New Balance Heritage 800 compare?
The Heritage range combines characteristics from the New Balance DC and TC ranges rather than following either profile exactly. The key Heritage characteristics are its low sweet spot, sizeable edges, slightly rounded toe and slightly thicker semi oval handle.
Why buy a New Balance cricket bat from Players Sports?
Choosing an English willow cricket bat is about more than the grade printed on the blade. At Players Sports Greenlane, 1-7 Marewa Road, you can compare bats from our multi brand cricket range and get practical advice on profile, pickup, balance and handle shape.
Our Cricket Bat Workshop can also help with knocking in and protection before you progress into match use. Players Sports combines specialist cricket knowledge with the range and accountability of a New Zealand owned sports retailer.
Frequently asked questions
What grade English willow is the New Balance Heritage 800?
The New Balance Heritage 800 is made from Grade 3 English willow. It combines this willow grade with a low swell, large edges and a large sweet spot.
What type of batter suits the New Balance Heritage 800?
The Heritage 800 particularly suits players who favour front foot stroke play and naturally make contact lower down the blade. Its low swell positions the main hitting area towards the bottom half of the bat, while the large edges and sweet spot provide substantial willow through this area.
Does the New Balance Heritage 800 require knocking in?
Yes. The New Balance Heritage 800 requires knocking in before use. Even after preparation, gradually introduce the bat to harder cricket balls through throwdowns and net sessions before facing a hard new ball at full match intensity.
What is different about the New Balance Heritage cricket bat profile?
The Heritage profile blends characteristics of the New Balance DC and TC ranges. It combines a low sweet spot and sizeable edges with a slightly rounded toe and slightly thicker semi oval handle.
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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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