GCCC have started their Boxing Day sale early, with 20% off a massive range of their stock, including already on sale bats and equipment.
It's midway through the Cricket season, so if the first half has been light on for runs, maybe a cheap bat is the cure?
For example:
GN100 Scoop
RRP $285 on sale for $228 (plus delivery if you can't pick up)
Underarm Edition?