{"product_id":"dynasty-gdx-academy-cricket-bat","title":"Dynasty GdX Academy Cricket Bat","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"framer-1izjvva\" data-framer-component-type=\"RichTextContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"framer-1izjvva\" data-framer-component-type=\"RichTextContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Dynasty GdX Academy is a Grade 3 bat made from willow with noticeable irregularities \/ knots but still capable of high level performance when crafted properly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"Academy\" refers to the size; this is a step between Harrow and Short Handle and adjusted in weight and profile accordingly to create a bat that is suited to and manageable by growing youth players \/ smaller adults.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAll Dynasty bats are crafted in the heart of Hertfordshire from hand-selected English willow, blending classic craftsmanship with modern performance. Each piece is shaped by hand, with a careful eye for balance, pickup, and clean power through the stroke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBuilt for players who appreciate the finer details - a smooth finish, a responsive feel - creating the difference between good and exceptional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFull profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eExtreme performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFeather light pick up\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eReady to play\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCricket bat willow is graded primarily based on aesthetics, not performance. The grading system is set by the willow suppliers, with higher grades typically featuring cleaner grains and fewer blemishes. True performance comes from expert selection, pressing, and craftsmanship - not just the grade.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eX \u003c\/strong\u003e– Entry-level aesthetics, with noticeable knots or irregularities, yet still capable of producing a high-performance bat when crafted with care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dynasty Cricket","offers":[{"title":"Academy","offer_id":53647291318613,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/4315\/7333\/files\/DynastyGdXAcademy_Front_Web_15H300dpi.png?v=1775673104","url":"https:\/\/thehockeyandcricketshop.com\/products\/dynasty-gdx-academy-cricket-bat","provider":"The Hockey \u0026 Cricket Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}