Cricket gear is an investment that you put in a lot of time contemplating and having spend money on it, you would want your fine cricket equipment to see you through a few seasons. To keep your cricket supplies in good shape, the most important thing to do would be to keep it clean. Wipe with a dry cloth to dust away any foreign particles and grime. Whether it is your bat, ball, pads or wickets, keeping them free of foreign bodies will ensure they don't spoil too quickly.
Having thoroughly cleaned it, you should consider where you will be storing your cricket gear. Letting it lie around outdoor is never a good idea. In the summers, the wood can dry out and become brittle. In the rains, it will again be exposed to high levels of moisture which are not good for it. Winters too can be very harsh and detrimental to the cricket equipment. Keep the cricket supplies in a cool, dry, ventilated and covered place where it is shielded from the ill effects of the elements.
Take care of your premium bat by regularly oiling it and checking for cracks. Remember to oil sparingly rather than enthusiastically. A bat that shows minor cracks is best treated at the earliest. Sand down minor cracks and slightly more apparent cracks need the attention of an adhesive tape that is made specially for the purpose. While it is not allowed during competitions, for personal use you can use a leather conditioner on a leather ball to extend its life.
For gloves and leg-guards, the best thing to do is to wipe them clean with a cloth dipped in a solution of soap and water, wrung to make it just damp. The removable lining can be cleaned with a gentle detergent after removing from inside. Keeping the gear clean not just ensures a longer life but also looks new year after year.
Having thoroughly cleaned it, you should consider where you will be storing your cricket gear. Letting it lie around outdoor is never a good idea. In the summers, the wood can dry out and become brittle. In the rains, it will again be exposed to high levels of moisture which are not good for it. Winters too can be very harsh and detrimental to the cricket equipment. Keep the cricket supplies in a cool, dry, ventilated and covered place where it is shielded from the ill effects of the elements.
Take care of your premium bat by regularly oiling it and checking for cracks. Remember to oil sparingly rather than enthusiastically. A bat that shows minor cracks is best treated at the earliest. Sand down minor cracks and slightly more apparent cracks need the attention of an adhesive tape that is made specially for the purpose. While it is not allowed during competitions, for personal use you can use a leather conditioner on a leather ball to extend its life.
For gloves and leg-guards, the best thing to do is to wipe them clean with a cloth dipped in a solution of soap and water, wrung to make it just damp. The removable lining can be cleaned with a gentle detergent after removing from inside. Keeping the gear clean not just ensures a longer life but also looks new year after year.
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