Beyond the Boundary

Practical cricket equipment advice from Mark and Shelly: buying guides, junior kit, sizing, care and getting ready to play.

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Getting Ready for the Cricket Season Your Pre Season Kit Checklist
Check the kit you already own before buying for the new season. A short inspection and fitting session can identify repairs, missing items and sizes that need replacing. Read more...
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How to Oil a Cricket Bat
Check whether your particular bat needs oil before reaching for a bottle. The finish, preparation and manufacturer’s care instructions determine where, when and how much to apply. Read more...
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Cricket Protection Guide What Protective Equipment Do Cricketers Need
Build your protection around the type of cricket and the role you play. Check every item’s fit and the organiser’s requirements before choosing extra guards or comparing prices. Read more...
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Cricket Helmet Size Guide How to Get the Right Fit
Head circumference helps you choose a helmet size, but a fitting is still essential. Use the exact model’s instructions to check stability, comfort and visibility before taking it into training. Read more...
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What Cricket Equipment Does My Child Need
Before buying a full kit bag, find out how your child will be playing and what the club supplies. A few clear questions can help you spend on the right... Read more...
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Cricket Bat Size Guide How to Choose the Right Size Bat
The right bat size starts with the player’s height, but the final choice depends on how comfortably they can use it. This guide explains what the size labels mean and... Read more...
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What Do You Need for Winter Cricket Nets?
Winter nets are often where a new cricket season really begins. A quick kit check now can save a last-minute scramble when training starts. Read more...
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How to Look After Your Cricket Bat
A good bat deserves good care. These simple habits can help protect your investment and spot problems before they become more serious. Read more...
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Cricket Shoes Guide: Spikes, Rubber Soles and All-Rounders Explained
Spikes, rubber soles or a hybrid? Cricket footwear is easier to choose once you know where you will play and what the venue permits. Read more...
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Cricket Batting Gloves Size Guide: How to Find the Right Fit
Finding the right batting gloves is about more than choosing “junior” or “adult”. A comfortable, secure fit helps protect your hands and keeps your grip natural. Read more...
Junior cricket bat, pads, gloves, helmet, shoes and kit bag on a bench
Junior Cricket Kit Guide: Everything Your Child Needs to Start Playing Cricket
Starting cricket should be exciting, not an expensive guessing game. Here is a practical guide to what children really need and what can wait. Read more...
Three willow cricket bats and a red cricket ball on a pavilion bench
How to Choose a Cricket Bat: A Complete Buying Guide
Buying a cricket bat can feel complicated, particularly when every model promises something different. Here is how to narrow the choice down to a bat that suits you. Read more...