E.S.P. Reflex

Advantages: Rear shock lock-out
Disadvantages: Crap OEM tyres

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Advantages: Good frame, Fast climber, Well specced. Good to upgrade over time.
Disadvantages: Tyres wear out quickly, Can't fit big tyres.

...I bought my Reflex 20 about 6 months ago. From the off she was upgraded so I can only give you the low down on what I rode. Upgrades are tyres, pedals, stem, forks and brakes. I ride a bit of all terrains. Commuting to work along a 6 mile route that rakes in a bit of road, steep hills and some smooth single track, worth the slight detour, so it gave me a good indication of where the bikes strengths and weaknesses were. Strengths: The frame is light but stiff as well. Okay, you'll never get a hardtail riding as smooth as a FS, but she handles fast downhill sections very well and takes all the abuse I have thrown at it in it's stride and climbing is great with the frame putting everything in the right place. I upgraded my forks and brakes so I cannot comment on them but it seems well specced for the price. The wheels are also up... Read review

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Advantages: Nice Pick-Up, Decent Middle, Good Value
Disadvantages: Soft-Wearing, Only Lasted 2 Seasons

...resistance to the bat, aligns and compresses the fibres and improves the sweet spot. I would recommend that you knock your bat in for at least 16 hours, spread over 2 weeks, giving a rub down with linseed oil every few days. I did exactly this with this bat and it served me beautifully for 2 seasons. The colour of the blade also changed with oiling (as you would expect) and in my opinion is a much healthier looking bat for it. With regards to power, as per the brief stats, it is difficult to measure on a cricket bat. It is more about timing and making sure you connect with the ball at the right angle and at the sweetspot. With regards to this, the Reflex is excellent. It retains a high degree of control (But that is more down to the weight being suitable for the wielder) and is comfortable grip and use for extended periods of time (Again... Read review

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