Gray-Nicolls Batting Pads

Gray-Nicolls Batting Pads at a glance
Products in this range 44
Price range $39.99 – $299.99 AUD
In stock 44 of 44
Brands Gray-Nicolls
Sold by Cricket For All, Gilles Plains, South Australia

Products in this range

All 44 products in this collection, with current catalogue price and availability.

Product Brand Price In stock
Gray-Nicolls Clads Batting Pads -Navy-A Gray-Nicolls $39.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls GN 700 Batting Pads Ambi-Jnr Gray-Nicolls $99.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls GN 500 Batting Pads Ambi-Jnr Gray-Nicolls $79.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls GN 700 Batting Pads Ambi-A Gray-Nicolls $99.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Clads Batting Pads -Yellow-A Gray-Nicolls $39.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Clads Batting Pads -Navy-Y Gray-Nicolls $39.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Clads Batting Pads -Black-Y Gray-Nicolls $39.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Ultra Light Batting Pads Ambi-J Gray-Nicolls $89.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Select Batting Pads -Jnr-RH Gray-Nicolls $119.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Select Batting Pads -S-RH Gray-Nicolls $119.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Prestige Batting Pads -Narrow Fit-RH Gray-Nicolls $149.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Prestige Batting Pads -S-RH Gray-Nicolls $149.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Clads Batting Pads -Pink-A Gray-Nicolls $39.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Clads Batting Pads -Yellow-Y Gray-Nicolls $39.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Clads Batting Pads -Red-Y Gray-Nicolls $39.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Clads Batting Pads -Red-A Gray-Nicolls $39.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Clads Batting Pads -Maroon-Y Gray-Nicolls $39.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Clads Batting Pads -Maroon-A Gray-Nicolls $39.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Clads Batting Pads -Green-A Gray-Nicolls $39.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls GN 500 Batting Pads Ambi-XS Jnr Gray-Nicolls $79.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls GN 500 Batting Pads Ambi-S Jnr Gray-Nicolls $79.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls GN 500 Batting Pads Ambi-Y Gray-Nicolls $79.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls GN 500 Batting Pads Ambi-A Gray-Nicolls $79.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Ultra Light Batting Pads Ambi-Y Gray-Nicolls $89.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Ultra Light Batting Pads Ambi-A Gray-Nicolls $89.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls GN 700 Batting Pads Ambi-Y Gray-Nicolls $99.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls GN 700 Batting Pads Ambi-S Gray-Nicolls $99.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Select Batting Pads -Y-LH Gray-Nicolls $119.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Select Batting Pads -Y-RH Gray-Nicolls $119.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Select Batting Pads -S-LH Gray-Nicolls $119.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Select Batting Pads -A-LH Gray-Nicolls $119.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Select Batting Pads -A-RH Gray-Nicolls $119.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Select Batting Pads -L-LH Gray-Nicolls $119.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Prestige Batting Pads -Narrow Fit-LH Gray-Nicolls $149.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Prestige Batting Pads -A-LH Gray-Nicolls $149.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Silver Batting Pads -S-RH Gray-Nicolls $219.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Silver Batting Pads -A-LH Gray-Nicolls $219.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Silver Batting Pads -L-RH Gray-Nicolls $219.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Silver Batting Pads -XL-RH Gray-Nicolls $219.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Legend Batting Pads -A-RH Gray-Nicolls $299.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Silver Batting Pads - Senior Gray-Nicolls $219.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Select Batting Pads - Junior Gray-Nicolls $119.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls Prestige Batting Pads - Senior Gray-Nicolls $149.99 Yes
Gray-Nicolls GN 900 Batting Pads - Junior Gray-Nicolls $99.99 Yes

What you get at each price point

Across this range, a quarter of options sit below $79.99, half below $99.99, and a quarter above $149.99.

Entry options in this range:

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How to choose batting pads

Pads are sized by leg length, and correct sizing is a safety matter, not a comfort preference.

Sizing

Measure from the centre of the knee to the top of the instep with the player standing.

Size Knee-to-instep
Small Boys up to 30 cm
Boys 30-34 cm
Youth 34-37 cm
Small Adult 37-40 cm
Adult (Men's) 40-44 cm
Adult XL / Long 44 cm+

The knee roll must sit on the knee. A pad that is too long pushes the knee roll above the joint and leaves the top of the shin exposed - the exact area a ball skidding through low will find. Too short and the instep is unprotected.

Construction

Weight and running

Pad weight is felt most between the wickets, late in an innings. Lightweight pads help with running but disperse impact less. Junior players almost always want the lighter option; senior players facing pace should not compromise shin protection for a few hundred grams.

Getting pad sizing right

Pad sizing is the area where "close enough" causes actual injury, because the consequence of a mis-sized pad is not discomfort but an exposed shin.

The measurement

Stand upright. Measure from the centre of the kneecap to the top of the instep - not to the floor, not to the ankle bone. That figure determines the size.

Size Knee-to-instep
Small Boys up to 30 cm
Boys 30-34 cm
Youth 34-37 cm
Small Adult 37-40 cm
Adult (Men's) 40-44 cm
Adult XL / Long 44 cm+

Manufacturers vary slightly, so treat these as a guide and check the specific brand's chart where available.

Why too long is worse than too short

If a pad is too long, the knee roll rides above the kneecap. That does two things: it leaves the top of the shin - directly below the knee - covered only by thin material or nothing, and it stops the pad flexing at the joint, so the player runs stiffly and the pad rotates.

The top of the shin is exactly where a ball skidding through low arrives. A pad that is slightly short still protects the shin; a pad that is too long does not.

Construction in detail

Traditional cane. Vertical cane rods running the length of the shin, separated by foam bolsters. Cane distributes impact along its length and across adjacent rods, which is why it remains the choice at senior level against genuine pace. Heavier, and more expensive to make.

High-density foam. Moulded closed-cell foam, sometimes with reinforcing inserts. Lighter, cheaper, faster to dry, and it disperses less energy. Entirely appropriate for junior and social cricket.

Hybrid. Cane through the shin where impact energy is highest, foam in the wings and knee roll where it is not. The common mid-range compromise and a sensible one.

Weight, running, and the trade-off

Pad weight is felt between the wickets, and most acutely late in a long innings when fatigue is already a factor. Lighter pads genuinely help running.

The trade-off is real: lighter almost always means less impact dispersion. The sensible resolution depends on what the player faces. A junior playing on slow surfaces against gentle bowling should take the lighter pad. A senior player facing 130 km/h should not save 300 grams at the cost of shin protection.

Fitting

Check the fit standing and then in a batting stance - a pad that fits standing can bind at the knee when the front leg bends.

Care

Hang pads to dry after every use. The facing absorbs sweat and rain, and stored damp the internal foam degrades and straps rot. Wipe the facing with a damp cloth; never machine wash, which delaminates the facing from the padding.

Replace pads when the foam has hardened and lost rebound, when the facing has split enough to admit water, or when straps no longer hold tension.

Batting pad terms

Common questions about batting pads

How do I measure for batting pads?

Stand upright and measure from the centre of the kneecap to the top of the instep. That measurement, not age or height, determines pad size. If between sizes, size down: a pad slightly short still protects the shin, whereas a pad too long pushes the knee roll above the joint.

Which way round do batting pads go?

The wing - the wider flap on one side - protects the outside of the leg, so wings face outward. Straps buckle behind the leg. Pads worn the wrong way leave the inside of the leg exposed and catch on each other when running.

How tight should pad straps be?

Firm enough that the pad does not rotate when you shake your leg, loose enough not to restrict the calf. The middle strap carries most of the load. Over-tight straps restrict blood flow and cause cramping late in an innings.

Are lightweight pads less safe?

Generally yes, at the margins. Lightweight pads use high-density foam rather than cane and disperse less impact energy. For junior and social cricket the trade-off favours lightness; for senior players facing genuine pace, shin protection should win.

Can batting pads be used for wicketkeeping?

They can, but they should not be. Batting pads are longer, heavier and bulkier at the knee roll, which restricts the keeper's squat and slows the rise. Keeping pads are a different shape for a reason.

How do I stop pads smelling?

Air them after every use rather than sealing them in the kit bag. The facing absorbs sweat and rain; stored damp, the foam degrades and the straps rot. Wipe the facing with a damp cloth, never machine wash.

What to buy alongside

Thigh guards and an abdominal guard complete the lower-body set that pads begin.

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Buying from Cricket For All

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Price, variant and availability details reflect the catalogue when this page was compiled; the live product page carries current pricing and stock.

What does the Gray-Nicolls Batting Pads collection page on Cricket For All offer?

The page is a collection listing on Cricket For All for Gray-Nicolls batting pads, offering options for both senior and junior cricketers, described as premium quality pads.

What senior Gray-Nicolls batting pad models are available and at what prices?

Senior models include the GN 500 Batting Pads Ambi-A (AUD 79.99), an ambidextrous option for both right and left-handed players; the GN Silver L/G-XL-RH (AUD 219.99), a premium model with a durable PVC face, cane and rod construction, three-strap velcro fastening, foam bolsters with shaped knee roll, and a well-balanced weight for long innings; and the GN Select L/G-A-LH (AUD 119.99), a left-hand configured pad with similar PVC/cane/rod construction, three-strap fastening, and foam bolsters, all designed for club cricketers.

Is there a junior Gray-Nicolls batting pad option, and what are its features?

Yes, the GN 700 Batting Pads Ambi - Junior - SJ is priced at AUD 89.99. It features traditional cane construction reinforced with high and low density foam, cotton-lined foam bolsters, a padded top hat for extra protection, extra-wide adjustable straps, ankle foam for a secure fit, and an ambidextrous design suitable for right and left-handed players.

What performance ratings does the GN 700 junior batting pad have?

The GN 700 Batting Pads Ambi - Junior - SJ has a Protection rating of 3.5, a Lightness rating of 5, and a Comfort rating of 4.5.

What is the difference between the GN Silver and GN Select batting pad models?

Both the GN Silver L/G-XL-RH (AUD 219.99) and GN Select L/G-A-LH (AUD 119.99) feature durable PVC faces with cane and rod construction, three-strap fastening, and foam bolsters with shaped knee roll for club cricketers. The Silver model is a premium option with a well-balanced weight designed for comfort across long innings, while the Select model is a more affordable option available in a left-hand configuration.

Are Gray-Nicolls batting pads suitable for left-handed players?

Yes, the GN Select L/G-A-LH is specifically designed for left-handed players, while the GN 500 and GN 700 models are ambidextrous, suitable for both right and left-handed cricketers.

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