I just wanted to update you on the status of the two bats I purchased three years ago.  I am still using the same maple 244c and the other hasn't even come out of bag yet!  I am amazed at the fact that I haven't broken it yet and I consistently make contact on nearly every at-bat.  I even use it for batting practice.  Several teammates of mine have taken notice and have converted to the thunder. 
Thanks for making a great product.

Kris Welchman
Rhode Island Reds



When I first recieved my new Canadian Birch, I was struck by the beauty, the perfect shape of the bat. I previously ordered a Maple bat from you and was extremely happy with my decision to order from you. The number of balls I hit with that bat are uncountable, I had it for over one and one half years. It finally broke this summer. That's when I noticed the new Canadian Birch line and decided to try it. It is more like ash than maple. The Birch Is much lighter than my Maple of nearly the exact same dimensions. I've only hit with it twice, but am extremly pleased, especially with the weight! I can only hope it lasts as long as my Maple!

Thanks for the awsome bat!
Bobby Miklos

Hello, I received the bat today and I would like to tell you the craftmanship is outstanding. This will make my boy a very Happy Birthday present. The bat is beautiful. Thank You.

Andy Jackson

I greatly appreciate the commitment to quality from your company and that quality shines through in the product. My first at-bat with the 244c was great. The balance, feel, and finish of the bat are exceptional. Since I began using your bat I have felt more confident and aggressive at the plate knowing that any contact will result in a hard hit ball. thanks again for a great bat.

Sincerely,
Kris Welchman

Hi Mike!
You recently sent my son three bats - and he's hitting GREAT by the way, went 4 for 4 last night, one being a triple.... bouncing off the wall. But I'm writing to say - those are the most beautiful bats I've ever seen. They are works of art - the finish so smooth, the wood grain so interesting and vivid, the color a fine and true cherry. They really could hang on the wall as art. Just thought you'd like to know how pleasing to the eye, as well as the ear, they are.

Thanks!
Dee
(baseball mom for about 14 years, son D1 college player, shooting for the majors!)

Hi, I just wanted to tell you how much I like your bats. I purchased 4 bats about a year ago and I have only broken one since. I am a member of the Daytona beach MABL and I play in tournaments all over the country. I used the same bat in four tournaments and two local seasons probably 40 or so games and almost the whole team used my bat. It just amazes me one bat can take that much abuse. I love your bats and I will never swing anything else .

Thank you for a quality product.

Luke Daven
Daytona Beach MABL

I'm an ex All American from Creighton University in 1999 and a 18th Round Draft Pick of the Toronto Blue Jays. I'm no longer playing professionally, however, I'm am still knocking the ball around in a local summer league. Just recently I competed in our leagues All Star Game at Rosenblatte Stadium in Omaha, NE and was 3-5 with a double, GS HR, and 6 RBI. ....all with a Talbot Turning bat. I'll be back next summer with another order. Thanks again.

Peyton Lewis
Dodge County League

Dear Mike,
I just received my shipment of the TT2000 bats yesterday and just wanted to tell you what a great job you did with these bats. The model itself is balanced well along with the fact the weight requested was exact in all 3 of the bats. I can't wait to try them and will order the exact bats again soon. I'm glad I found your bat company. Your work is the best!

Sincerely,
Doug Zmyewski

Well, it finally happened. I have been hitting with one of your maple bats for nearly three years and it finally gave up and broke. It was my fault, I hit the ball right on the end. At a negative node, a piece of wood blew out just above the hands position on the bat. I use it for batting practice and tournament games. I have over 40,000 cuts on this bat as I hit 50+ balls most days of the year plus games. Its a model TT-60M. People could not believe the bat have been used so much and was just now used up. Some of my team mates have been through 6-12 bats in the same time period. I believe your bats are one of the best. I will ask my dad for a new one at Christmas time. O'yeah it has help keep my tournament batting average up around .380 and several over the wall. Thanks and keep up the good work.

Coty Green

Dear Mike,
It was to talk to the owner of the business when I called, this is the kind of customer service along with a Quality product that will make Talbot Turnings successful. I can't wait to Receive the TT2000. Thanks for all your help.

Sincerely, David Osborn

We have been using our Model 29Y youth bat that we received from you. My two boys are really pleased with the quality and the "fun factor" of the Chesapeake Thunder bat. Thanks for a great product and great service. We'll be back!

Joe Dougherty

My top 3 hitters in the order all used your bats today. We just pulled them out of the box and went to work. Those 3 hitters went 5 for 8 with a HR, 3B, & 2B. Needless to say the team loves them. The professional level of craftsmanship is the same or higher as any top of the line bats, but the extra level of customization makes your bats the best! You went the extra mile to make sure our players had the exact bat specs that they wanted. That makes a ton of difference at the plate come game time! Sincerely:
Toby Reeves
MGR - Dallas Wildcats Adult Baseball Club
www.dallaswildcats.com

Hi,
I received the three bats that I ordered last week. I haven’t had a chance to hit, but boy do they look and feel great! Absolutely the finest bats I have ever held. I can’t believe that anyone puts that much time and effort into the finish. Absolutely perfect.

Jon Brummett

Hi there,
Your bats are terrific! I bought three TT 244Cs for my wood bat league team. After three games, and some batting cage trials, I still have all three. In fact, only one has seen any action. Last game almost the entire team used your bat - not only did everyone love how it felt, but also they couldn't believe it didn't crack! Now everyone on the team wants to buy one so get ready for another order in the next week. Chesapeake Thunder is the official bat company for the Thunderdogs.

cheers,
geoff

Mike, I have tried other Maple bats and nothing compares to Talbot Turnings Maple Bats. I have been using the same bat, the TT 244C for 3 months now. The balance on the bat is terrific and everyone who picks it up wants one. Thanks I will be ordering again.

Mark Lenhoff, Former Minor League Player and SO CAL MSBL MVP 1998 and 2000.

Just got the bat today. It is really a sweet piece of work at a price that is fantastic. I hit about 40 off the tee and got pretty close to the same distance as with my metal bat for comparable swings. It will be my pleasure to tell and show all the folks I play with this great piece of lumber. If I can only lay off the inside stuff I hope to get a great deal of use from it, and will be buying from you again.

Thanks for a great product.

Eric Matthews

I am writing to tell you that your Chesapeake Thunder baseball bats are some of the best quality bats I have used in years. The hard maple bats are by far the best performing bats that I have used since I was signed by the Boston Red Sox six years ago. The way the ball accelerates off of the bats is amazing. Their durability and hardness is second to none. I really do appreciate the opportunity to use these top of the line bats and I am proud to be able to let other people know where to get Chesapeake Thunder bats.

Sincerely,
Virgil Chevalier
www.trentonthunder.com

 Garrett Larkin was a 19th round draft pick by the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1996. This year he is playing with the Adirondack LumberJacks of the Northern League. You can visit them at northernleague.com. He is a great player and an all around nice guy. We, here at Talbot Turnings, enjoy working with him. Below are some of his comments about his Chesapeake Thunder Bats.

............hit two doubles with the maple on opening night we are 4-5 - and play tonight.............


............thanks again for the bats - i am down to one and its pretty beat up, but i love it...............

We wish Garrett a healthy and productive season.

In my first game with the new bat I went 3 for 3 with 2 doubles and 5 RBI. These bats perform as good as they look (awesome). In my next game I took a fastball just above the trademark, the bat didn't even flinch. Other guys have been shattering bats with better contact than that. These bats look great, they play better, and they seem to be durable. What more could a ball player ask for?

Ron Lund
Dodge Diamondbacks
Dodge County League (Nebraska)

The bats are at the same level or above what any other company makes at this time. I have tried them all. The bats have a snap that makes every hit sound like a shot gun just went off. I am very pleased with the bats quality and playability. I will use a "Chesapeake Thunder" bat this entire season.

Mark Wilhelm
Delaware Semi-Pro Player
Home Budget Center
(302)239-2013

Mike,
I would like to thank you for the personalized service you provided me. I was looking for a bat for my son, but could not find someone who would make one in the length and weight needed. I was going nuts looking when I found you. Not only did you make the bats I ordered but let me say they have some real pop. I have ordered 3 bats to date, none have broken, and they are all very well balanced and feel great. Oh, by the way for those of you interested my son is 11 yrs old, and has jacked a baseball 265ft many times, both with and without these wood bats. Mike again thank you and I hope we wi'll be doing business again soon.

Benny
ben197465@aol.com

I recently used the TT-244C bat and it was a thrilling experience. The ball shot off this bat like no other bats that I had ever used before. I also noticed a significant increase in distance and velocity. Whether you are a homerun hitter or a contact hitter, this bat is the most durable and comfortable bat that I have come across.

Curtis Legendre
Gulf Coast Royals
Texas

Mike,

I received my bats last week and i got a chance to use them this weekend. These are the best wood bats i've ever purchased.(tt-60m, maple) They are incredibly smooth and it feels solid everytime you hit the ball, even when it's not on the sweet spot. They are also the prettiest bats i've ever purchased. Their performance and appearance exceed any wood bat that i have ever used or seen. Anyways keep up the good work.

Chris Horton
Florida

just wanted to let ya know that your bats are worth every cent.my son age 21 plays in a minor lea.and first 5 at bats he has homered twice,both well over 400 ft.i'll let ya know how he done at the end of the year..keep those bats coming,ill be ordering more as i need them. thanks again.

Dan
Pennsylvania

Dear Mike,
Thank you very much for my order. I have to say, the first time I saw the bats I was amazed by the craftsmanship and finish. They have a beautiful finish. The first thing I said was that they were too pretty to hit with but once I did I was doubly amazed. The baseball really jumps off the bat. I have let some of my teammates take a try with the bat and they were just as amazed. I am really happy with this fine product......................

R. Torres
centralcoastbaseball.com
California
P.S. You have made a new customer

just wanted to let you know that my brother received his pro model 244c bat recently for his birthday and he absolutely loves it. he is trying to decide if he should frame it or play with it. i may have to buy him another one so he can do both. we'll see.

peter eby
aka: very satisfied customer.
Virginia

I am going to talk to my teammates about your bats. One member of my team, Steve has bought some or your bats. I used the maple model TT-272C and went 2 for 4 with two doubles. I like the response of the ball off the bat. . You can check out our team website at www.pwyankees.com. We have a very good team and play a 60+ game schedule (we were 60-17 last year). Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,

Will Wilson #66

(From Argentina)
Really they are great bats! I was very surprised because the wood are very solid and with a great design too. I used them and saw that they are the best! They are solid, but not too heavy, that is very important, specially when you don't have strong arms like a man. REALLY...THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

All My Best
Alexandra
Argentina

Hi there,

Your bats are terrific! I bought three TT 244Cs for my wood bat league team. After three games, and some batting cage trials, I still have all three. In fact, only one has seen any action. Last game almost the entire team used your bat - not only did everyone love how it felt, but also they couldn't believe it didn't crack! Now everyone on the team wants to buy one so get ready for another order in the next week. Chesapeake Thunder is the official bat company for the Thunderdogs.

cheers,
geoff
New York, NY

Just got the bat today. It is really a sweet piece of work at a price that is fantastic. I hit about 40 off the tee and got pretty close to the same distance as with my metal bat for comparable swings. It will be my pleasure to tell and show all the folks I play with this great piece of lumber. If I can only lay off the inside stuff I hope to get a great deal of use from it, and will be buying from you again. Thanks for a great product.

Eric Matthews
Renton, WA

Mike,
I visited your location a couple of months ago and purchased some bats. My team has played over 150 innings and just this week cracked one bat. Not bad. The other teams in the Pen Mar semi pro team will be contacting you soon to take advantage of your quality bats.
Thanks
Paul Miller
Head Coach
Parkersburg Pride
PenMar Semi Pro Baseball

Mike,
I have tried other maple bats and nothing compares to Talbot Turnings Maple Bats. I have been using the same bat, the TT 244C for 3 months now. The balance on the bat is terrific and everyone who picks it up wants one. Thanks, I will be ordering again.

Mark Lenhoff
Former Minor League Player
SO CAL MSBL MVP 1998 and 2000
California

Hi Mike,
Wanted to let you know that one of my teammates used the 33 inch TT-244C that you gave me last saturday and had 4 rbi's...he is now the owner of that bat....will be needing another soon....i will call you....we won the all-star game by a 5-2 score....0 for 1 with a walk and run scored...
Bud Price
California