{"product_id":"ss-valarie-1-0-grade-2-english-willow-cricket-bat-26-27-women-sh","title":"SS Valarie 1.0 Grade 2 English Willow Cricket Bat '26\/27 - Women SH","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSS Valarie 1.0 English Willow Cricket Bat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sits at the premium end of the Valarie range, purpose-designed for women cricketers seeking a lighter bat without giving up performance through the hitting area. Crafted from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrade 2 English Willow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the blade combines a generous playing area with contemporary concaving to remove unnecessary weight and improve balance. An average weight range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 lb 4 oz to 2 lb 7 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides a noticeably lighter pickup than many conventional adult bats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2026\/27 SS Valarie collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the 1.0 features refreshed styling alongside air-dried English Willow and a quality handle for comfortable control through the swing. Its carefully balanced construction retains useful willow where it matters while maintaining the lighter feel that defines the Valarie range. Finished with a natural blade and supplied with a full-length protective bat cover, the Valarie 1.0 is a premium women-specific option for the new season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cricket bats are individually crafted from natural willow, so variations in grain structure, colour, appearance and weight are normal. Bat weights and grain characteristics are subject to availability, and product images are for illustration purposes only. 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