Questions, answered.
Everything people ask before buying an arm.
How fast does it actually throw?
The RapidArm+ throws from 100 kph up to 160 kph. The blade is marked with those speeds — 100, 120, 140 and 160 — and the longer the setting, the more leverage and the more pace. Start short and controlled; the full extension is genuinely express.
Do I need to be strong or skilled to use it?
No. That's the whole point. The cup holds the ball and releases it cleanly, so a parent, a part-time coach or a teammate can feed quality throwdowns without being a trained thrower.
Which balls fit?
Men's and women's leather balls, machine balls and Swingas all seat in the same moulded cup — it shapes itself around the ball rather than needing a specific size.
What does the cup angle do?
It sets the trajectory. There are seven numbered settings: the flattest skids the ball through low (great for yorkers), the highest loops it in with steep bounce (like a lively pitch). Both adjust with a steel screw.
How do I change the length?
The inner blade slides inside the outer sleeve and locks with steel screws at the marked positions. No clips or plastic catches to snap.
What's the difference between RapidArm+ and the Original?
The + has a fiberglass-reinforced shaft — stiffer, faster and tougher. The clearance Original is functionally the same arm with a small cosmetic mark on the grip, at half the price while stock lasts.
Is it safe?
It throws a real cricket ball at real pace, so treat it like a bowling machine: keep others clear of the pitch, make sure the batter is padded and helmeted, and start at a slower setting until you're comfortable with the release.
Do you ship outside Australia?
Yes. Orders ship from Australia worldwide; duties and taxes are the receiver's responsibility. In the UK and India, the orange edition is sold through our partner stores.
What's the warranty?
New arms carry 12 months against defects in materials and manufacture, and the cup is a consumable that can be replaced. The clearance RapidArm Original is sold without a warranty — that is the trade-off for half price, and your rights under Australian Consumer Law still apply.
Is a ball thrower better than a bowling machine?
They solve different problems. A bowling machine costs thousands, needs power and a feeder, and lives where the power point is. A thrower like the RapidArm+ costs $99.95, fits in a kit bag, works in any net or backyard, and throws a real ball with a real trajectory the batter picks up from a real release. Machines win on set-and-forget repetition; a thrower wins on price, portability and realism.
What age is it suitable for?
Juniors through to professionals — that range is the point of the adjustable blade. The shortest setting throws around 100 kph, friendly for young players, and the full extension reaches 160 kph, which is genuine international pace. One arm covers the whole family or the whole squad.
Does it need batteries or power?
No. It's fully manual — no batteries, no charging, no power point. That's why it works at the ground, in the backyard or on tour, and why there's nothing on it to go flat or break down.
How much does a cricket ball thrower cost?
The RapidArm+ is $99.95 AUD. The clearance RapidArm Original is $49.95 while stock lasts. For comparison, powered bowling machines typically start in the thousands before balls and a battery.
How long does delivery take?
We dispatch from Australia within 1–2 business days. Australia Post standard is typically 2–6 business days (express 1–3), and international post 7–21 business days.