{"product_id":"kookaburra-rapid-4-1-hero-cricket-bat-short-handle","title":"Kookaburra Rapid 4.1 Hero Cricket Bat – Short Handle","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"486\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"282\"\u003eKookaburra Rapid 4.1 Hero Cricket Bat – Short Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e, engineered for players who demand speed, precision, and effortless control. Crafted from \u003cstrong data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"412\"\u003eGrade 4.1 unbleached English willow\u003c\/strong\u003e, this bat delivers reliable performance with a naturally responsive feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"807\"\u003eDesigned with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"527\"\u003efeatherlight pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Rapid 4.1 Hero allows for quicker bat speed, making it ideal for dynamic shot-making and fast-paced innings. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"664\"\u003emid sweet spot\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures balanced performance across a wide range of shots, while the \u003cstrong data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eflat face profile\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances contact for clean and consistent striking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"994\"\u003eWith its lightweight construction and refined profile, this bat is perfectly suited for developing and intermediate cricketers looking to elevate their game with confidence and control.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"omktqu\" data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003eGrade 4.1 unbleached English Willow\u003cbr data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eFeatherlight design for superior pickup and bat speed\u003cbr data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003eMid sweet spot for all-round stroke play\u003cbr data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003eFlat face profile for clean, precise contact\u003cbr data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003eShort Handle (857mm) for enhanced control\u003cbr data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eChevron grip for comfort and secure handling\u003cbr data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003eKookaburra Pre-Prepared (KPP) finish\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"3a9xs8\" data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003eWillow Type: Grade 4.1 English Willow\u003cbr data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003eHandle Type: Short Handle\u003cbr data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003eSweet Spot: Mid (approx. 160mm–200mm from toe)\u003cbr data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eEdge Thickness: approx. 30mm – 33mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eEdge Profile: Round\u003cbr data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003eFace Profile: Flat\u003cbr data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eToe Profile: Standard\u003cbr data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eSpine Height: approx. 63mm – 65mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003eScallop: approx. 1mm – 2mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003eBow: approx. 10mm – 12mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003eHandle: Oval\u003cbr data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003eWeight Range: 2lb 6oz (1077g) – 2lb 8oz (1135g)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kookaburra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52971131961686,"sku":null,"price":273.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/0830\/9919\/files\/kookaburra-rapid-4-1-hero-cricket-bat-sh.jpg?v=1774873435","url":"https:\/\/kbsportshub.co.uk\/products\/kookaburra-rapid-4-1-hero-cricket-bat-short-handle","provider":"Sports Hub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}