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Best Slow Pitch Softball Bats 2017 – Your Home Runs SlowPitch Bats

September 12, 2016 by Stevens

best slowpitch softball bats 2017 It looks like choosing the right bat is a matter of life and death.

I mean, is it really so hard to find THE ONE?

We get so overwhelmed with all those features that we just give up. We simply refuse to go the store and spend our precious time speaking with employees that don’t even know to explain the difference between composite bat and hybrid.

If you have same troubles, we have great news for you. Actually, finding the right bat is not hard at all, IF you know what features you should look for.

Since later in the article you’ll find all the details about these top 10 bats, here we’ve made this easily readable table on bats’ features.

 Top 10 Slowpitch Bats
1Louisville Slugger Z4 USSSA Balanced Softball Bat - Editor Choice's
2DeMarini Flipper USA Slow Pitch Softball Bat, 34"/26 oz
3DeMarini Ultimate Weapon Slow Pitch Softball Bat
4DeMarini Juggy OG Slow Pitch Softball Bat
5DeMarini Flipper 1.20 Slow Pitch Softball Bat
6DeMarini Stadium CL22 Slow Pitch Softball Bat
7Miken Psycho Supermax USSSA SYKDTE Slowpitch Softball Bat
8Easton Salvo Composite Balanced ASA/USSSA Slow-Pitch Softball Bat
92016 DeMarini Juggy USSSA
10Easton Helmer Flex End Loaded ASA SP16BHFXA Slowpitch Softball Bat

Best Slowpitch Softball Bats 2017

So, this article is all about helping you to choose the right bat for you, the one that will suit your needs in the best way. All you have to do is to read it and then make a choice. That sounds good huh?

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Louisville Slugger Z4 - EDITOR CHOICE'S

Louisville Slugger is without a doubt, the brand that for a long time creates remarkable bats.

Z4 line is the essential part of softball. Combining exceptional features it gives us bats that are suitable for every player in the world. Moreover, these bats will bring the swings, hits, and players to the very top. So, are you ready for the view?

We are sure that you will enjoy these bats, whichever you choose. First, we will say the crucial features of the Z4 Line and then we will give you a brief description of differences among the bats, so you can understand which bat is best for you.

FEATURES:

  • Pure 360 composite uses thinner and lightweight graphite fibers so that bat can be both durable and strong while at the same time the wall thickness is reduced. The result is the lighter swing weight.
  • TRU 3 Piece Construction is Louisville Slugger’s unique technology that creates the very first 3-piece slow pitch bat ever that significantly reduces vibration on contact. The design is made for strengthening the link between the barrel and the handle which gives a bat a trampoline spring. Not only the negative vibration is dramatically reduced, but also you get a better feel of contact.
  • The Z4 bats come in both end loaded and balanced designs. With end loaded bats you get more distance and power when hitting while the balanced ones provide lighter design and faster bat speed.
  • SWING 1 inner Disc (S1iD) Technology helps the bats’ ability to flex to the maximum level. So, you get a bat that is hot right out of the wrapper with a great pop.

Now, on to the bats:

If you are an average player and you’re willing to become great, you are going to need the bat that will make that possible for you. So, here we have Louisville Slugger Z4 models and you can opt for the one that will bring your game to life.

Louisville Slugger Z4 USSSA Balanced Softball Bat

 

This one is balanced so it’s perfect if you’re looking for faster swing speed.

– 7/8″ tapered handle

-balanced

-TRU3 construction

-S1iD technology

– Approved for: USSSA, NSA, and ISA

 

Louisville Slugger Z4 Endload USSSA Slow Pitch Softball Bat, 34″/27 oz

Comparing to the previous model, this bat is end loaded.

-Pure 360 composite

-7/8″ standard handle

-TRU3 construction

-12″ barrel

-Approved for USSSA, ISA, and NSA

 

Louisville Slugger Z4 Endload ASA Slow Pitch Softball Bat

-7/8″ standard handle

-Balanced swing weight

-TRU3 construction

-Pure 360 composite

-S1iD technology

-Approved for : ASA, USSSA, NSA, ISA and ISF

 

Louisville Slugger Z4 Balanced ASA Slow Pitch Softball Bat, 34″/28 oz

 

– Balanced swing weight

– S1iD technology

-TRU3 construction

– Pure 360 composite

-7/8″ standard handle

Approved  for ASA, NSA, USSSA, ISA and ISF
 

Louisville Slugger Z4 Backman Shoppe Power Load, 34 inch/28.5 oz
Louisville Slugger Z4 Backman Shoppe Power Load, 34 inch/28.5 oz

-End loaded

– -12″ barrel

– Pure 360 composite

-TRU3 construction

-7/8″ standard handle

 

SUPER Z – LARGER SWEET SPOT

Here we have two SUPER Z models that differ in construction and composite design comparing to the Z4 line. The features that are the same as Z4 are 7/8″ Tapered Handle, 12-Inch Barrel, and S1iD Technology.

Both SUPER Z models have a 2-piece bat construction that provides a strong connection between the handle and the barrel which lead to better performance and durability. Furthermore, 100% Performance Composite Design joined together with iST connection gives a larger sweet spot which means a bigger hitting surface. SUPER Z is certified for the 1.20BPF and the ASA 2013 performance standards.

Louisville Slugger Super Z Balanced ASA Slowpitch Bat SBSZ16A-B 34/28
Louisville Slugger Super Z Balanced ASA Slowpitch Bat

-100% Performance Composite Design

-The swing weight is balanced

-All-New Extra Stiff iST Technology

-7/8″ Tapered Handle

-12-Inch Barrel

-Approved for: ASA, USSSA, NSA and ISA

 

Louisville Slugger Super Z End Load ASA Slowpitch Bat SBSZ16A-E 34/26
Louisville Slugger Super Z End Load ASA Slowpitch Bat

-The swing weight is end loaded

All-New Extra Stiff iST Technology

-7/8″ Tapered Handle

-12-Inch Barrel

Approved for: ASA, NSA, USSSA, and ISA

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DeMarini Flipper USA Slow Pitch Softball Bat

DeMarini Flipper USA Slow Pitch Softball Bat
We have a question for you: What not to love about DeMarini’s bats?

DeMarini keeps surprising us, and once again it brings us a jaw-dropping bat. With its amazing features, it is perfect for playing in ASA tournament. If you love to swing hard, meet your new best friend.

The Flipper has a super responsive sweet spot thanks to 12-inch Divergence Barrel Technology. To explain it briefly, two layers of composite materials sandwich an air gap which provides the best possible trampoline effect – which you will definitely love.

Moreover, the barrel really brings its best when hitting high COR low compression balls. Another feature that amazes us is ZnX Alloy Handle that offers more durability and stiffness which means you get the maximum out of this bat.

Then we have the Dish End Cap that creates the stiffness at the end of the barrel and at the same time transfers the energy towards the sweet spot.

And finally, the bat has RCK knob thus fits the bottom hand perfectly.

Like you can see from its features the Flipper is a synonym for winning.

PROS

  • Divergence Barrel Technology that is placed within 12-inch barrel, creates the best trampoline effect.
  • ZnX Alloy Handle offer everything you need: less flexibility, more durability, and a better feel.
  • Dish End Cap will perfectly transfer the energy back towards the huge sweet spot.
  • RCK Knob for a perfect fit.
  • 2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter.
  • Certified for: ASA

CONS

  • It’s approved only for play in ASA
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DeMarini Ultimate Weapon Slow Pitch Softball Bat

DeMarini Ultimate Weapon Slow Pitch Softball Bat
You’d better watch out because here we have the Ultimate Weapon- a one-piece bat that will drive the outfielders crazy.

Because of its fully alloy construction and single wall barrel construction, the bat is the first choice for those players who love the leagues where multiwall composite bats aren’t allowed. Also, the bat is great for the base hits.

If you are looking for more power, the inflexible End Cap will certainly give you that because it will keep power in the sweet spot. Like the previous model, this one also has RCK knob that will give you a comfortable grip while Znx Alloy will give an extra durability to the single wall barrel.

Although the bat is really a piece of art, one thing is for sure with the Ultimate weapon your swings will be super smooth.

So, if you are ready for the amazing performance this bat is really for you.

PROS

  • Perfect for Leagues and Tournaments that limit the use of composite bats.
  • Big D End Cap holds the power in the sweet spot.
  • ZnX Alloy gives durability to a single wall barrel construction.
  • RCK Knob will fit bottom hand perfectly.
  • 2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter.
  • One-Piece, Fully Alloy Construction.
  • Approved for ASA, USSSA, NSA, and ISA.

CONS

  • It has less pop because of its construction.
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DeMarini Juggy OG Slow Pitch Softball Bat

DeMarini Juggy OG Slow Pitch Softball Bat
Here we have the bat that no one will ever forget about. With DeMarini Juggy OG it’s all about power and focus.

So, this one is not for the players that don’t like challenges but rather for those who aren’t afraid of domination on the field.

The feature that makes sure there is plenty of power in the sweet spot is Big D End Cap. Since being end-loaded you’ll get the powerful bat that is made for hard hitting.

And if you thought that it can’t get any better we have news for you: it actually can. Combining the triple wall barrel construction and Big D End Cap that significantly contributes to increased end load you will hit the ball so hard that it will be sent to the oblivion.

To sum up, with this powerful end loaded bat your focus would be on winning. So, how that sounds to you?

PROS

  • Stacked Composite Barrel for increased end load and better performance.
  • TR3 F.L.O. Composite Handle for amazing comfort.
  • RCK Knob
  • Big D Stiff End Cap- for keeping the power in the sweet spot and also for increased end load.
  • 2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter.

CONS

  • Approved for Play in ASA ONLY
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DeMarini Flipper 1.20 Slow Pitch Softball Bat

DeMarini Flipper 1.20 Slow Pitch Softball Bat
Are you ready for dropping bombs? Well, you’d better be because the Flipper is a pretty mean bat.

We believe that you can’t wait for this beauty so we have great news for you: she is hot out of the wrapper so you can start hitting that ball right away.

You will get the maximum barrel’s performance thanks to its Divergence Technology that makes the sweet spot very responsive.

Furthermore, multi-wall barrel construction will provide an amazing trampoline effect so be prepared for awesome swings. Having a two-piece construction it will give you more power and better performance.

Last but not least, Znx Alloy handle will show you how comfort and maximum barrel performance will influence your game.

So, now you know all the amazing features that this beauty has. We want to add just one thing: this beauty will certainly challenge your limits by giving you everything you need you just have to be wise enough to make every hit count.

PROS

  • ZnX Alloy Handle for comfort and stiffness.
  • Multi-Wall Barrel Construction.
  • Dish End Cap brings the energy back to the sweet spot.
  • Divergence Barrel will give a very responsive sweet spot.
  • Hybrid, Two-Piece Construction
  • Approved for: USSSA and NSA.

CONS

  • We can say the only con is that everyone wants this amazing bat in their collection.
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DeMarini Stadium CL22 Slow Pitch Softball Bat

DeMarini Stadium CL22 Slow Pitch Softball Bat
DeMarini Stadium is so much more than just a bat.

For those of you who think that it is impossible to have a bat that will combine both maximum stiffness and the most explosive performance ever, we are glad to tell you are so, so wrong because here we have exactly the one like that.

The feature which provides that is the barrel made completely from S.ONE Composite. What also contributes to the amazing performance is ZnX Alloy Handle that flexes less thus forces barrel to divert more.

The bat is end loaded which means you need to be able to control it, so it’s perfect for the professional players rather than newbies. Big D End Cap will give increased end load and the result would be more power in the sweet spot.

Overall, DeMarini Stadium is an extraordinary bat made for those who want more from the game.

PROS

  • S.ONE Composite Barrel for maximum stiffness that leads to the dreadful performance.
  • ZnX Alloy Handle for less flex.
  • Big D End Cap will give increased end load.
  • RCK Knob
  • Hybrid, Two-Piece Construction
  • End-Loaded Swing Weight
  • 2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
  • Approved for Play in USSSA, NSA, and ISA

CONS

  • The bat requires some break-in period.
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Miken Psycho Supermax USSSA SYKDTE Slowpitch Softball Bat

Miken Psycho Supermax USSSA SYKDTE Slowpitch Softball Bat
Miken bats are known for remarkable performance and durability. But, Miken shows that if you want to be among the best, you have to keep moving forward and to constantly work on improving.

So, that is what they did with well-known formula 100 Comp (aerospace grade fiber) that has created durability and amazing performance. Triple Matrix Core increases this marvelous material by 5% thus maximizes already mentioned features.

The bat is a full ounce end load, which means an increased ball flight so it’s a perfect choice for the power hitters. Moreover, Flex 2 Power Technology will give increased bat speed.

So, we are sure that if we ask you what you’ve learned about Miken Psycho, your answer would be: The bat gives both maximum performance and durability.

PROS

  • 100 COMP 100% aerospace grade fiber enable durability and performance.
  • Triple Matrix Core
  • Flex 2 Power (F2P) for faster speed through the hitting zone.
  • 2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter.
  • Approved for play in USSSA, NSA, and ISA.

CONS

  • Some players had to add a handle grip due to not so great comfort.
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Easton Salvo Composite Balanced ASA/USSSA Slow-Pitch Softball Bat

Easton Salvo Composite Balanced ASA/USSSA Slow-Pitch Softball Bat
If being in control is your lifestyle and you just can’t get enough of it then we have a right bat for your needs that have a great pop right out of the wrapper.

Meet the Easton Salvo- amazing one-piece composite design combined with other great features so you can get only the best out of your swings.

Thanks to its sturdy one-piece design and ultra-thin handle your control and power will take the game to another level. IMX Advanced Composite Barrel and Handle optimizes the sweet spot, giving more power to the barrel which naturally leads to better bat performance. Since the bat is balanced you will definitely have more control while hitting that ball and more important, you will get faster swings.

But, with all these amazing features, Easton team hasn’t forgotten about the significance of comfort. Ultra-Thin Gauze Grip will give you both the better feel for the barrel and the comfort you need so you can make that swings memorable.

In the end, to sum up, what you get with this amazing bat. Easton Salvo will take the control, the power, the comfort and the speed to another level.

PROS

  • IMX Advanced Composite Barrel and Handle for optimizing sweet spot and maximizing performance.
  • Single System Composite Design.
  • Ultra-Thin Gauze Grip will provide the comfort you need.
  • Balanced Swing Weight for better control.
  • 29/32 Inch Handle, ultra- Thin
  • 2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
  • Approved for ASA, USSSA, NSA, ISA, and ISF

CONS

  • The gauze grip is not the favorite among some players.
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2016 DeMarini Juggy USSSA

2016 DeMarini Juggy USSSA
These days is all about giving and getting the best you can.

When you are a professional player, that is something you must do every single day, every single game and even every single time you hit that ball.

Realizing the needs of players around the world, DeMarini gives us another end loaded bat that combines power and energy in a wonderful way. If you strive for maximum performance the Juggy will make your game superior. So, are you ready to work and hit even harder?

Stacked composite barrel creates a triple wall design that will give more weight in the barrel. Because of that feature, the performance will be even more increased with a .52COR/300lb ball. While Big D End Cap contributes to increasing end load and keeping more power in the sweet spot, D-Fusion 2.0 handle is perfect for sending that energy back to the barrel for a better contact and trampoline-like feel. The energy is less focused on hand sting, so more comfort for you.

The players choose this bat because they love the amazing performance and they become fearless when sending that ball to another dimension.

PROS

  • Stacked Composite Barrel for creating more weight in the barrel.
  • D-Fusion 2.0 handle redirects energy back into the barrel for better pop.
  • RCK knob
  • End-loaded swing weight for powerful hits
  • Big D End Cap will increase the end load thus keep more power in the sweet spot
  • 2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
  • Approved for NSA, ISA, USSSA, and 1.20BPF sanctioned play

CONS

  • Since it is end loaded, you will have more power but less speed comparing to the balanced ones.
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Easton Helmer Flex End Loaded ASA Slowpitch Softball Bat

Easton Helmer Flex End Loaded ASA SP16BHFXA Slowpitch Softball Bat
If you aren’t fan of waiting and you want it all and right now, this beauty is the right choice for you. It’s hot out of the wrapper and with this beauty you get the best performance as soon as you unpack it.

The feature that players love so much is 2-Piece Composite Flex Barrel Construction that will enable softer compression and maximum performance. Since the bat is end loaded you will get more power and
energy.

The comfort shouldn’t ever be underestimated if you want to get the best you can. That is why Easton made this fantastic bat with thin 29/32 inch handle, 1.2 mm HYPERSKIN Grip, and CXN ZERO™ TECHNOLOGY. While 1.2 mm HYPERSKIN Grip will give your hands as much comfort as possible CXN ZERO™ will eliminate negative vibration and stinging feeling, so you can be completely focused on hitting those home runs.

Like all these features aren’t impressive enough, with TCT Thermo Composite technology you will get a massive sweet spot, which means it’s time to hit like never before.

Overall, this bat is simply constructed in a way to bring the best sweet spot, the best comfort and great feel providing the energy and power thanks to end loaded swing weight.

PROS

  • TCT Thermo Composite technology for a massive sweet spot
  • CXN ZERO™ 2-PIECE COMPOSITE™ FLEX TECHNOLOGY eliminates vibration
  • 29/32" handle with 1.22MM HYPERSKIN™ grip for comfort.
  • Approved for ASA and ISF
  • 3 height to weight ratio adds to the ubiquity of the bat
  • Incredibly lightweight, superbly balanced
  • Superb swing speed and power
  • a longer barrel

CONS

  • The bat is only approved for play in ISF and ASA.

How To Buy a Best Slowpitch Softball Bats for 2017

We know that you are overwhelmed with all those information on bat’s weight, material, type, etc. and what is worse, you don’t even know what really matters and what you should look for.  Well, today is your lucky day because here you have the buying guide that gathers all features and factors that you should refer to when buying a bat.

Budget:

If you still haven’t decided your budget limit, now would be the time to do that. Whether you want to spend $150 or $400, you have a lot of choices. Of course, there will always be differences in quality and features, but don’t worry, your bat is somewhere out there waiting for you. When choosing the bat, you should go for reputable brands such as DeMarini, Easton, and others.

The weight:

Needless to say, this is the crucial part when choosing the bat. In Slow Pitch Softball the most common weights are 26, 27, 28, 29 and 30 ounces. We want to point out that you have to choose a bat according to your weight otherwise, you won’t have control over it. There are the lighter ones as well as the heavier ones, so choose the one that suits you better.

Approvals for playing in Leagues:

We just want to remind you that your bat should be approved for your League (USSSA, NSA, ISA, and ASA). So, it’s important to check League’s regulations and requirements before you opt for a bat.

Comfort:

As this feature has a great influence on your performance, you want a bat that would be comfortable enough so you can play without negative vibrations or stinging feeling. Here we have three parts that contribute to comfort- the handle, the taper, and the grip.  The handle should be well shaped so you can hold it perfectly while the taper should be smaller in order to enable fast wrist movement. As the grip is concerned, it should be of excellent quality because you don’t want to spend more money for changing it.

Material:

Regarding the material, the most common types used are Composite and Hybrid. Needless to say, the choice depends on player’s needs. While some players may want the lighter bats others look for the heavier ones with more power. Below you have a short description of the two types.

Composite:

These are made from fiberglass, resin, and graphite which means they are very light. So, it’s not hard to guess that lightweight leads to increased power and faster swing speed. When comparing to other types, the composite bats provide the best balance and a larger sweet spot. Thus, this type of bat is suitable for professional players.

Hybrid:

Being made in a special way, they have an aluminum alloy and a composite handle. The reason why they are called hybrid is because they combine the best features which result in the smoother feel and better performance. The swing weight is end loaded.

Swing Weight: Balanced and End Loaded

Balanced: As you can imagine, the balanced bat means that weight is distributed evenly throughout it. Those players who want to produce as much bat speed as possible and to have a better control will choose a balanced bat. It’s the perfect choice for contact hitters since it has lower M.O.I. (Moment of Inertia).  In case you don’t know how that relates to bat’s performance, the lower the M.O.I. means the faster you can swing the bat.

End-loaded: These ones are preferred by players who are confident enough when comes to controlling the bat. The power hitters choose these bats because they offer more power and durability comparing to the balanced ones. Obviously, they have extra weight at the end of bat thus provide more distance but they aren’t so easy to control. With an end-loaded bat you will hit much harder but the swing speed is greater with a balanced bat.

One-piece vs. Two-piece

One-piece design- Since it is a single unit it will provide more stiffness and balance but the downside is the vibration.

Two-piece design- Handle and barrel are joined together which results in less vibration, more flexibility, and a trampoline effect.

Best Slowpitch Softball Bats 2017 - Sizing Chart

We’ve already told you everything that you should focus on when choosing the bat. However, to simplify, even more, we get these two sizing charts that will help you in determining the size of your bat according to your age, height, and weight.

Best Slowpitch Softball Bats 2017 - FAQ

What types of bats there are?

Naturally, there are a lot of characteristics such as weight, material, size and many others according to which we can make a decision on what is the best bat for us. To make it even harder, you have to pay attention whether the bat you want to buy is approved for Leagues or not. Believe us, the last thing you want is to buy a bat just to find out that it cannot be used in your League. So, before buying, make sure there is a stamp on it.

Should I choose an end loaded or a balanced bat?

And the answer to this question is: we can’t help you until you decide what actually do you want out of your bat. Because obviously, the choice of the right bat depends on your needs and desires. So, if you, for example, want a more powerful bat for harder hits, and you’re able to handle more weight, plus, you can control the bat completely, you should go with an end loaded. But, on the other hand, if you are looking for a lighter swing weight and a bat that will give you more swing speed, without having a difficulty in controlling it you might want to use a balanced bat.

How do I know if the bat is too heavy for me?

Here we have a little test that will help you with to determine is your bat the right one. According to DeMarini, when you are choosing the bat, you should do next:

Take the handle of the bat and then point the bat straight out. Keep your arm parallel to the ground. The bat is good for you if you are able to hold it for 20 seconds without dropping the barrel. But in case of the barrel drops, that is because the bat is probably too heavy for you. So, maybe you should look for a lighter one.

Tips for taking a proper care of your bat:

Knowing how to take a proper care of your bat is, without a doubt, the most important part when you want to have a long-lasting bat. We know that you sometimes forget to clean it or to cover it, but you should be aware of the fact that your bat can’t clean itself. So, let’s move on to some tips that you should keep in mind if you want to prolong your bat’s life.

  • Use only water and mild soap when you want to clean your bat.
  • If you have a composite bat, it should be replaced every two years.
  • You really shouldn’t use the bat in cold weather (temperatures below 60 degrees Fahrenheit) since it will increase the hardness of bat
  •  You should check if there are damages on your bat as often as possible, for the safety reasons.

What’s the best brand for Slowpitch Softball bats?

Well, this question isn’t easy to answer since there are a lot of excellent brands in the Softball world, and they all have some special features that contribute to bat’s performance. But, it’s not like we have all day to talk about brands, so we just want to tell you about the best ones.

DeMarini was founded in 1989 by Ray DeMarini. As you probably know, the company’s way to the top started in 1993 when the very first multi-wall bat, known as Doublewall, had been created. Since then, the brand just keeps getting better and better. We would say that everything is possible when comes to DeMarini’s creativity and that is why it’s among the best brands in Softball.

Miken was founded in 1997. Miken Sports bats’ are definitely famous for the maximum performance and durability which is why the softball players choose them. The technology is the key of Miken’s success since they can never get tired of constant improvement. Their passion towards the bats leads to satisfied professional players who remain loyal to the brand.

Easton contributed to the bats’ world in 1969 when the first true aluminum bat had been produced. For so many years the brand has its place among the best ones thanks to its freshness and focus on details. Easton is certainly committed to fulfilling desires and needs of different kinds of players all over the world.

Finally, the best brand. Here we have the one and only-Louisville Slugger, the core of baseball and softball world. It was founded in 1884 and it is well-known for producing the first three-piece bat technology, once again showing that the creativity really doesn’t have limits. The brand offers high-quality equipment which is made according to the players’ needs. Having said that, it shouldn’t surprised us why the players choose this brand over others.

Final Words

It’s official – our job here is done.

After you’ve carefully read the article, you are now familiar with all the features that you should look for when buying a bat.

Moreover, we gave you the list of the best Slow pitch bats so you only have to decide which one suits your needs and then to get that bat on the field and hit those home runs. It’s time for winning!

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Top 10 Best Youth Baseball Bats for 2016 on Reviews

May 15, 2016 by Stevens

When you decide to purchasing a best youth baseball bats for this year 2016, it may be a difficult mission because you’ll see a lot of missing reviews on the web. In this article, we have do fully analytics and give you a list of top 10 best youth baseball bats for your money, for this year 2016. As well as the best youth baseball bats for contact hitters, for 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 year old.

What you need is read reviews and making your decide, you don’t need to search and search again for missing articles. Here’s a detail review about top 10 best youth baseball bats for your money, let’s take a look now.

Top 10 Best Youth Baseball Bats on the Market 2016

You’ll see the list was sorted by brands, following is DeMarini – Easton – Marucci – Louisville Slugger – Combat and Rip-It.

Feel free to purchase any bats suite for you in this list, it’s the list of top 10 best youth baseball bats for this year 2016, it’s value for your money also. Let’s do it!

1.     DeMarini CF6 Youth Baseball Bat

DeMarini 2014 CF6 WTDXCFL Youth Baseball Bat (-11)The power of the DeMarini CF6 Youth Baseball Bat is the most important factor that makes it great among players. It is -8 bat, which means that it is a heavier youths baseball bat. This is the best youth baseball bat for that hitter who has acquired some power.

Another great thing that you are going to notice is that this youth baseball bat does away with vibration when it is in use. This is good because it makes for a better swing. It is a well-balanced bat. Furthermore, you are going to discover that the Demarini CF6 Youth baseball bat offers a painted and numbering system; this is to remind the hitter to rotate it. This is good because it can extend the lifespan of the bat.

The major shortfall is that the DeMarini CF6 bat is full composite and this means that it may not be acceptable to some leagues across the globe. Many leagues do not accept full composite, because it increases the power so much. Because of that, they regarded it unsafe to use. Moreover, there is the complaint that if you do not use it with a batting glove it could blister your hands.

2.     DeMarini Voodoo Overlord Youth Baseball Bat

DeMarini 2015 Voodoo Overlord Youth Baseball Bat (-13)DeMarini Voodoo Overlord Youth Baseball Bat is one of best youth baseball bats because almost every player would like it. It is an -13 youth baseball bat this makes a good bat. Moreover, it offers a solid pop. Some leagues may not allow the bat, because it uses a different composite type. Always consult the rules before you make your purchase.

3.     DeMarini CF7 Youth Baseball Bat

DeMarini 2015 CF7 Youth Baseball Bat (-11)DeMarini CF7 Youth Baseball Bat is a great youth baseball bat model and offers great power. This DeMarini CF7 Youth Baseball Bat is usually offered at -11. This is a superior and high quality bat. Many people love its power. Moreover, it is well-balanced. It offers something unique to every player who uses it.

One more thing people liked about this youth baseball bat is the softness, especially when it is used. This means that when you use it, you will not experience vibration of any sort. Even if they are jammed, you are not going to experience any vibration. Moreover, the DeMarini CF7 Youth Baseball Bat is lightweight, which means that it is not a burden using it. You are going to gain a lot in terms of speed when you are using this bat.

The major shortfall is the complaint about firm griping. It can be tough in the hands when you play with it. However, this problem could be solved by just replacing the grip tape. Weight is another complaint some people have against the bat. The DeMarini CF7 Youth Baseball Bat is about 2 to 3 ounces more than the advertized bat weight. Some people are not comfortable with this.

The issue of weight is too important to ignore, it means that you have to check the weight before you purchase one.

4.     Easton S500 Youth Baseball Bat

Easton YB14S500 S500 Youth Baseball BatEaston S500 Youth Baseball Bat is a great youth baseball bat considering the highly favorable and great reviews it has received from users. By weight of -13 and an aircraft alloy, it is classified as a bat that enhances speed. This is the best youth baseball bat, especially for the power hitters when you consider the fact that it a higher speed bat, and one-piece bat.

Moreover, the Easton S500 Youth Baseball Bat offers a sharp taper; this implies that the bat is ideal for an outside pitch hitting. This also means that it may not be the best for an inside hitting. The bat meets all the necessary specifications for youth baseball leagues.

It is a good pop bat and very durable.

5.     Easton Mako Youth Baseball Bat

Easton 2015 YB15MK MAKO COMP -11 Youth Baseball BatIf you want the premium youth baseball bat, you have to go for this Easton brand. This brand is known for many things. The first is the composite technology. This means that it can increase your performance significantly because it comes with lots of power. It increases your sweet spot. Moreover, because it is a two-piece bat, it could decrease vibrations and this is good for the comfortable swing hitters want.

It has a thin handle. With its reasonable taper, you can swing naturally both inside and outside of the pitch. It is a -11weight bat, this implies that the users must be stronger.

Every hitter is going to make the best advantage of power with this bat; this is because of the flex technology. Its size and weight are within the standard allowed by major youth baseball leagues across the globe.

6.     Louisville Slugger Prime 916 Youth Baseball Bat

Louisville Slugger Prime 916 Youth Baseball BatThe bat is well designed and perhaps the most attractive bat among the list. Apart from the flashy design, the grip is also perfect. Above all, Louisville offers the best youth baseball bats on the market.

It uses FCS technology, and that is why it offers the best in terms of power transfer. This is because it uses three-piece technology known as TRU3. This is why the brand offers better barrel flex.

When we say that it offers more flex, it means that it gives a better trampoline effect. The implication is that when it hits a ball the ball will fly faster.

Moreover, the Louisville Slugger Prime 916 Youth Baseball Bat is light because it uses carbon structure. This means that the player could enhance his or swing speed. It equally implies enhanced power.

Louisville has incorporated a new technology that places the bat ahead of others. Because of the fused carbon material, it minimizes vibrations that you can feel in your hands when you use it. When you combine this with its lizard tape used to grip it, it means that you will not have an issue about vibration.

Its lizard tape is thicker than what you usually obtain in that industry. This is great because it makes for a better cushioning effect in the hands.

The most impressive thing about this bat is that the producers have enhanced the barrel size and still do better in league competition.

This actually means that they have made this bat in a way it is easier and better to use. They have qualified for all the leagues that were entitled to last season.

7.     Louisville Slugger Omaha 516 Youth Baseball Bat

Louisville Slugger Omaha 516 Youth Baseball BatOne of the best products from the company is Omaha. They improved it significantly by increasing the length of the barrel and developing another alloy altogether.

This is a great brand and it has made significant impact in the Little League World Series.

The Omaha product comes in different weights and the lightest weight you can get from the brand is -13. This is a larger drop compared to what you can get from other companies. The bat is good and many people like the feel of the bat.

There are complaints by some players who said that the barrel could chip after some weeks. The Louisville Slugger Omaha 516 Youth Baseball Bat is one of the best youth baseball bat and it offers the best in terms of practicality and the price. Most people are happy with the overall performance of this bat. It has qualities that you can hardly get in other bats.

8. Louisville Slugger Catalyst Youth Baseball Bat

Louisville Slugger Catalyst Youth Baseball BatLouisville actually knows what players want, especially young players. They know that these players want something fantastic and attention grabbing, and that is what they provided in this Louisville Slugger Catalyst Youth Baseball Bat. It was designed with bright color and beautiful looks such it would be grabbing the attention of the young mind anytime it is displayed on the shelf.

Other great features about this bat make it the player’s choice. For instance, the bat is well balanced and lightweight. The bat can be said to be above the average in all standards.

The bat is durable. Though, it may not last for more than four years, but you are going to derive great values for your money.

One major shortfall, which some users have identified in the bat, is the weight, there is a complaint that it is very thin, despite that many people who complaint of that say that they would still go ahead and use it.

Many people complain that the price tag is too cheap. The complaint is that because of the cheapness, it may not offer the best youth baseball bats in terms of quality.

The small barrel should be an advantage, especially if you use it for your training. The benefit is that you can do better if you start to use a larger barrel.

9. Combat Maxum Youth Baseball Bat

Combat Maxum Youth Baseball BatThis is a great tag. It has good reviews but the price tag is too expensive. If you can afford the cost of this bat, you are going to reap the huge benefits. If you buy it, you will observe that is backed by 500 day guarantee, which translates to 15 ½ months. This is a great deal.

Moreover, if for anything that the bat breaks at the beginning of the playing season, they will replace that bat for you. This is the only company that is offering that benefit.

Furthermore, the bat is composite and it is one-piece bat. This is the major reason they are offering that extended warranty. Moreover, it is a well-balanced bat; this could be for the specialized techniques deployed in producing the bat.

To ensure that the bat is unique, Combat used specialized resin in making it and not overlapping materials, which other producers use. This is a great advantage because the whole thickness is just one layer and not several thinner layers as you can see in other products.

Moreover, the Combat Maxum Youth Baseball Bat has a good lizard skin grip; this is thicker, this in addition to the soft handle. This is why it is gentle on the hands.

Though it is soft to the hand, the opposite is the case for the pitcher, as it is tough on the pitcher. It has a better sweet spot and this means more power to the user. This is the major reason Combat is regarded as the most popular bats for use in 2016. Some complained that it is not durable as other Combat products, but it has an improved technology.

10. Rip-It Air B1512 Youth Baseball Bat

Rip-It Air B1512 Youth Baseball BatRip-It Air B1512 Youth Baseball Bat is a new brand as many players are not used to the product. Some people who have used it testified that it is one of the best brands on the market. The major advantage of this product is the speed. This is because it uses R3 allowing control and speed.

It uses what is known as the Moment of Inertia that is MOI. This is where the bat weight is placed to determine the measurement.

You can achieve a higher swing with this product because it is more balanced.

Furthermore, the product would provide a high-end grip and this is good because it will minimize vibration, especially if you mishit that ball. Players also like the swing of the bat.

Many people liked the fact that it will restore their confidence anytime they are in the field of play.

The company fears that many people would be afraid to use it because it is new and that is why the company is providing 400-day warranty.

How To Buy A Best Youth Baseball Bat for 2016

Have you ever thought about what makes a young baseball a wonderful hitter? Several factors could be responsible; the prominent among them is the bat he uses. This brings us to the debate of what makes a best youth baseball bat.

Understanding this will guide you when next you want to purchase a bat. When you go shopping, you should differentiate between lengths, brands, materials, and weight. These are critical in understanding a great youth baseball bat.

For you to make the right bat, you have to start from those unique differences between various brands on the market. This will help you understand the best youth baseball bat for the young baseball player.

You have to see a great bat as that which the player can use comfortably without distractions. This means that bat length and weight are important. It is important to note that a tall player would require a longer bat just as a stronger player would need a heavier bat.

First, you need to determine that and it can best be determined by measuring the size chart that I’ll providing you here. A recommended practice is to put the bat head on the ground. When this is done, the handle knob must rest on the player’s palm comfortably.

Most Popular Length By Age

Age5 to 78 to 91011 to 1213 to 1415 to 1617 & up
Length24-26" 26-28"28-29"30-31"31-32"32-33"33-34"

Youth Baseball Bats Sizing Charts

Your Weight
(Pounds)
Your Height (Inches)
36-40"
41-44"45-48"49-52"53-56"57-60"61-64"65-68"69-72"73"+
Under 6026"27"28"29"29"
61-7027"27"28"29"30"30"
71-8028"28"29"30"30"31"
81-9028"29"29"30"30"31"32"
91-10028"29"30"30"31"31"32"
101-11029"29"30"30"31"31"32"
111-12029"29"30"30"31"31"32"
121-13029"30"30"30"31"32"32"32"
131-14029"30"30"31"31"32"32"33"
141-15030"30"31"31"32"33"33"
151-16030"31"31"32"32"33"33"33"
161-17031"31"32"32"33"33"34"
171-18032"33"33"34"34"
181 & More 33"33"34"34"

Usually the weight is compared to the length. This can be done mathematically by removing the weight, which always represented in ounces from the bat length this time represented in inches. When you have a bat of 27 inches in length and 15 ounces in weight, and it could be described as -12 bat.

Because of its importance, you will observe that many leagues across the globe always regulate this. The safety standard is that a bat should be between -7 to -13.5. When the drop that is the difference is larger, it will translate to a higher speed.

Secondly, you have to think of the bat type you want to use. Many leagues will demand a metal bat, especially for the youths. Usually this type of bat does come in one piece or they appear in two-piece bats. When you say one-piece, it means that it is composed of just one metal.

Usually the bat handle and the barrel are from one piece, you can hardly separate between this two. Stronger hitters always opt for this, because it offers them what they want to achieve.

A two-piece bat on the other hands has two different metal types. This implies that one metal is used in preparing the hat barrel while another type is used in the bat handle. The manufacturers then bond the two metals together.

The advantage of this type is that it is more flexible, and this makes it the better choice for those hitters that have less power. Its flex action will help it in creating more powers, and it could as well cut down vibrations in your hands.

The two-piece bats do also come in different forms. In some instances, you can see that the barrel of such bat can consist of just one metal or sometimes it can consist of composite metal. This offers some advantages for the players, as it provides for what they consider as the sweet spot.

When you have a larger sweet spot, it would always translate to more power to the player. The implication of this is that two-piece of composite bat would always translate to more power to the player.

Furthermore, you can get wooden bats. These bats are quite similar to the metallic bat, as they are composed of both one piece, as well as two-piece wooden bats.

You will discover that major youth leagues do not allow the use of composite wood bats in their competitions, and the major reason for this is the safety issue. The bat style to choose is determined by the baseball player style.

This brings us to the final factor that is always considered in making a choice, which is the hitter’s style. If you have to determine whether your player stay close to the plate or whether he or she is always away from it and prefer to extend when playing. Furthermore, you know whether your player stays inside the pitches or whether they prefer to stand out of it.

This is critical when you are considering the taper of a bat. This means the responsiveness of the barrel to the handle. If a player likes extend any time he or she is playing, it is better to go for a sharp taper.

These are the major differences that exist in bats and you should always bear these at the back of your mind when you are shopping. It is time to get the bat that makes the difference.

In doing that, you should be aware of the differences in price. You can get a tee ball bat at a cheap price of $20, just as you can get better quality at price range of $49.99 to $300 and more. The best and most popular of such bats for young players are DeMarini, Easton, as well as Marucci. Let’s review a few of them here.

DeMarini: DeMarini created the first double walled baseball bats in 1993, and this has brought great changes. The major aim of this bat is to confer great power by creating a large sweet spot.

Easton: Easton remained the most popular company as far as bat making is concerned. Since 1969, the company has dominated the bat market and they have specialized in the production of aluminum bat where they have a significant edge. They have various bat brands on the market.

Marucci: This company has a historic beginning. The owner of the company decided to build a bat for his son who was then 8 years old; from there he started to produce wood bats.

The bat company is different from others because they do not just sponsor players; they invite players to become part of the advisory board. Some members include Albert Pujols, David Ortiz, Jose Bautista, as well as young player Kris Bryant.

It is very important that before you make your purchase a best youth baseball bat, understand the rules of the league you want to use that bat. I will always recommend the aluminum bat, but wooden bats can be great.

Furthermore, you have to research and read reviews. Pay serious attention to the style, bat type and what a player would like. Most importantly, you must visit online stores such as Amazon.com for customer reviews, as there are a number of reviews that will guide you in making your choice.

See yourself as an expert before you make your choice. Talk to the coaches, they have seen bats and they know which ones are better than the others are.

Conclusion

Now you have the top list of best youth baseball bats on the market 2016, let’s visit the links to discover the current discount pricing, buy it immediately if it’s best for you.

In this highest season, we can’t guarantee the discount will available for longer. So you have to make your decide as soon as you can, you don’t need to pay more for the delay, you can save it just by a click for now.

You see, the best hitters alway make the right decide at the right time, and now it’s your time.
Turn it reality!

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Difference Between End-loaded Vs. Balanced Softball Bats

March 2, 2016 by Stevens

When choosing the softball bats, you will face trouble selecting between end loaded and balanced bats. Therefore, we are representing a brief idea about both of the types so that you can take your decision quickly.

End-loaded Softball Bats

End loaded softball bats is one of the best selection for the professional players in the field. However, there are certain things that you will require to use the bats. This is important to handle the end loaded bats properly in order to play with it because most of the players are not familiar to it.

End loaded softball bats is a type of softball bat that has extra weight at the end portion of the bat. In short, the weight of the softball bat is high than a balanced bat. Therefore, you will need to handle the bat perfectly so that you can use it to hit the ball harder.

Pros of end-loaded softball bats

  1. The end-loaded softball bats are very powerful to hit the ball
  2. The bats are perfect if you want to hit much harder
  3. The bats are durable and good swing result
  4. You will get good speed from the bats but less than balanced bats

Cons of end-loaded softball bats

  1. Hard to control the bats for inexperienced players
  2. The weight may be problem for some players

Some of Best End-loaded Fastpitch Softball bats

1. Mizuno Whiteout 2 Xtreme End Loaded Fast Pitch Bat (-10)

This is a high performing end-loaded fast pitch bat offering -10 swing powers to the players. This is a double wall composite design with an end loaded structure to give you the best hitting power. Don’t worry about the barrel because the 3Z technology increased the performance level of the bat. Cylinder seaming technology in the fastpitch bat increases the durability of the bat too.

2. Easton FP14S50 FS50-10 Youth Fastpitch Softball Bat

This is a powerful bat for the youth teams. The aluminum alloy made bat give the perfect hitting ability to the players. Moreover, the 31/32-inch handle with cushioned grip will always enhance your confidence while playing. Don’t worry about the weight because this is good for swing with a greater initial speed of hitting the ball.

Balanced Softball Bats

Balanced softball bats are amazing to play in order to get the best performance in the game. You will get flexible playing time along with good movement using the bat.

The balanced softball bats is one of the best kinds of bats for the softball players. This is a kind of bat with suitable weight, good initial speed, and perfect performance. The bats are structured perfectly where weight are balanced throughout the bat.

Pros of balanced softball bats

  1. Easy to control the bats
  2. The weight of the bat is quite easy to play for the newbie players
  3. Easy to swing bats
  4. Comfortable to play with the bats
  5. Give perfect initial speed

Cons of balanced softball bats

  1. Can’t hit the balls hard like end loaded bats

Some of Best Balanced Fastpitch Softball Bats

1. Easton 2015 FP15MK10 MAKO CXN ZERO -10 Fastpitch Softball Bat

This is one of the best bats of Easton brand that offers two piece systems with no vibration feature. Moreover, you will get more powerful strokes because of the fast-swing barrel. Don’t forget about the TCT Thermo Composite that offers fast speed in the game. You will get good swing speed from the balanced bat with better Hyperskin grip

2. Wilson Demarini 2016 CF8 Fastpitch Bat (-10), Grey/Optic Blue/Optic Green/White

The softball bat is available in different swing options for the players, you will get Paradox Plus composite barrel to hit for a long distance. The D-fusion 2.0 handle is ergonomic friendly with double wall for better performance. The balanced swing option using the low pro end cap, you will have a great playing time.

End-loaded or Balanced Softball Bats

In order to select between an end-loaded bat and a balanced softball bat, you will need to consider the advantages and disadvantages of the bats. However, you can easily understand the fact by considering one fact.

This is important to understand the end loaded softball bat. This is heavier than balanced bat. Therefore, you will need time to swing and hit the ball. If you are able to play with a heavy softball bat for a long time, the end loaded softball bat is for you.

If you want to get comfortable playing option along with flexibility, then, you will need to choose the balanced softball bat.

How to Purchasing the Softball Bats

In order to purchase the bat, you will need to consider the following points-

  1. Measurement: The measurement of the bat is important thing to understand. You should not buy a larger softball bat than your height and age for you!
  1. Weight: You will need to measure the weight of the bat too. There are different bats available with different weights. Therefore, you will need to buy the bat according to your reasonable weight. You can’t play good games with heavier bats than you can handle.
  1. Size of the Handle: You will also need to know the right size of the handle. Normally, the size of the handle depends on the size of the bat. However, you will need to buy a good shaped handle bat so that you can play with it perfectly.
  1. Type: There are different types of bats, like end loaded bat, balanced bat and more. Therefore, you will need to consider the features, advantages and disadvantages of each bat so that you can select the bats very easily.

Conclusion

Hope, you will get good softball bat for your upcoming game. If you still face trouble to select the bat between an ends loaded bat and a balanced bat, feel free to ask.

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Best Fastpitch Softball Bats for Slappers 2016

March 1, 2016 by Stevens

Best Fastpitch Softball Bats for Slappers 2016Fastpitch softball bats for slappers are very much important for the young players. Sometimes the bats bring extra ordinary changes in the game that you can’t even imagine. Today we will discuss about the fastpitch bats for slappers and recommend you the best fastpitch bat as well. Therefore, be with us if you do not have any idea about fastpitch bat for slappers.

Many of the softball players do not familiar with the word ‘slapper’ in the game. This is generally a player who is a left hander player. In addition, the player who can convert very rightly to the left handed for hitting the ball is also called slappers.

Slappers bat is very important for infield short hits in the game. Moreover, this can be used for a secret weapon shot occasionally in the game to get good result too! Sometimes the fastpitch softball bats for slappers provide good powerful shot for quick action players!

Things To Consider When Choosing a Fastpitch Softball Bat for Slapper

When you will find the best softball bat for slappers in 2016, you will find many experienced manufacturers’ bat. In this case, this is really important to know some important things that you will need to consider. When you will have the qualities, you can easily select the bat for your fastpitch game.

  • First of all, you will need to select the right size bat for your game time. The bat should not be too much lengthy for your body.
  • Secondly, the barrel should be over sized because this will give you a perfect way to play the game.
  • Thirdly, the slappers will feel comfortable playing with lightweight bats. For that reason, you should always prefer the bats that come with lightweight features.
  • Fourthly, if you can’t have a lightweight bat, you should prefer the fastpitch bat that is well balanced well. Remember you will need to convert very quickly in order to hit an infield shot.

You will need to consider these 4 things when you are buying a fastpitch bat for slappers. However, you should also consider the points to select the best fastpitch bat. The bat should be perfect for fastpitch, then, for the slappers.

2016 DeMarini CF8 Slapper – Best Fastpitch Softball Bat for Slappers

Wilson Demarini 2016 CF8 Slapper Fastpitch BatDeMarini is one of the best manufacturing companies for the fastpitch softball bat. There is no major brand that provides a series of fastpitch bat lines for the players. Moreover, the quality of the bats is also extremely qualified in order to give you an enjoyable time in the field.

DeMarini CF8 is the best fastpitch softball bat for slappers. The DeMarini brand brings the bat for 2016, with 7 different drop options. Therefore, you can easily get a quality bat for playing if you are a slapper. Moreover, the wide range of selection chances will give you the opportunity to select the right bat for your game time too! Different drop option is suitable for different ages and experiences of players.

There is no doubt that 2016 DeMarini CF8 is the best fastpitch bats especially for the slappers. The quality of the bat along with its performance will give you the best advantage in the field.

  • You will always get a vibration free hitting if you choose the down 11 model of the CF8 fastpitch bat. The barrel construction has reduced the vibration so that you can have a good play time.
  • The low pro end cap enhances the hitting power of the bat very much. As a result, the barrel design gives the best performance for hitting the ball for a long distance.
  • The composite barrel with paradox plus is very durable and strong for a good performance. In addition, the barrel design also ensures a good support for the slappers in order to hit infield ball.

Feature

  • The DeMarini CF8 is available in 7 different drops option
  • Paradox Plus Composite Barrel that is very durable
  • D-Fusion Handle for easy grip option
  • Perfect hitting barrel with Stacked Barrel design technology
  • A well balanced barrel weight

Pros

  • The Drop 11 DeMarini CF8 is lightweight model and perfect for the young players
  • The drop 8 model is the best for the powerful players because this generate power to hit the ball for a long distance
  • The drop 10 fastpitch bat is perfect for the players who like light swing
  • The drop 10 model is the best option for the slappers because of its oversized barrel design
  • The drop11 model will give you the best performance than other fastpitch bats because of its extra power and extremely perfect barrel design

Cons

  • the Drop 8 does not have the D-Fusion handle design
  • the Drop 11 bat users will face durability problem

Choosing the right DeMarini CF8 is important because different drop model offers different feature and advantages. Therefore, you should have a proper knowledge about each of the model so that you can choose the best and suitable for your game time.

You will find many stores in order to purchase the best fastpitch bats for slappers for 2015-2016. However, choosing the right and the best source is an addition for the softball players. Amazon.com is the best place for buying the fastpitch bats for slappers because this is a reliable website.

Amazon.com provides you accurate information of the bats along with customer feedback and rating. For that reason, you can easily get idea about the bat by reading the reviews or watching the feedback.

Conclusion

Now you have the best fastpitch softball bat for slappers along with how to purchase option. Therefore, give five minutes in order to think about our recommended bat for purchase. However, you can also choose other bat for your game time. But, don’t forget to consider the factors that we have mentioned too! If you need more help, just leave a message and we will provide you the best advice regarding any problem!

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Top Rated Aluminum Fastpitch Softball Bats

February 29, 2016 by Stevens

Aluminum fastpitch softball bats are very professional and good enough for the big game time. The performance of the aluminum bats are extremely well that you can’t deny. There are different types of aluminum fastpitch bats available in the market. Therefore, we are here to discuss about the benefits of the aluminum fastpitch bats as well as recommend the best bats for you too!

Benefit of Aluminum Fastpitch Softball Bats

There are different benefits and positive sides of using an aluminum fastpitch bats. In this case, you should know the benefits before you are going to choose another material bat for your upcoming softball match.

  • The aluminum bats are relatively lightweight although the size and power is better than other material bats. As a result, you can easily handle a lightweight bat in the big game and feel comfortable for swing the bat.
  • The performance level of the aluminum bats is really good enough to provide you a good performance during the game. Therefore, you will feel comfortable to handle and play with the bats.
  • The aluminum fastpitch bats come with one wall barrel and two wall barrel, in case, you need more strength, the two wall barrel will give you the best help that you need.

Aluminum Fastpitch Softball Bats vs. Composite Fastpitch Softball Bats

The aluminum fastpitch bats are started to produced in 1970s, while the composite bats are found in 1980s. However, the composite bats are hard to find because they are not as good as the aluminum bats.

The aluminum bats are available in only two categories. However, the composite bats are made of different materials such as steel, aluminum and more.

However, the composite bats are more reliable and suitable for average player because this is lightweight than the aluminum bats. For that reason, this will provide you top quality performance because of less swing time of the bat.

If you consider the price of the bats, the composite bats will be available in affordable price than aluminum bats. However, the aluminum bats are the top class and provide good performance, while composite bats are almost hard to find in the big game times.

Top Rated Aluminum Fastpitch Softball Bats 2016

When you will look for buying the best aluminum fastpitch softball bats, you will find thousands of bats from different brands. For that reason, we have picked the best 10 bats that you should consider to purchase!

Anderson Bat Company Women’s Rocketech 2.0 Fast Pitch Softball Bat

This is an amazing quality fastpitch bat with double wall and end loaded design. The padded spiral grip will give you comfortable feeling and get balance while hitting the ball. The brand is offering 1 year of warranty in case you find any defect in the bat. Don’t worry about the performance level of the bat because it has certified from ISA, NSA and ASA.

Worth Women’s 2 Legit Fast Pitch 4-Piece Softball Bat

This is a high performing softball bat that comes with four-piece technology and legit power core design. Therefore, you can easily understand the quality of the performance along with double barrel design. The technology ensures that you can feel get to hit any distance or any type of flex shoot you are looking for!

DeMarini CF7 Insane -10 Fastpitch Baseball Bat

This is a synthetic fastpitch bat that comes with breakthrough D-fusion handle for greater quality performance and maximum energy for hitting the bat. The thermo-fused taper is used in the bat that reduces the vibration level of the baseball bat. End loaded design of the aluminum bat will provide extra power to the bat for hitting perfectly.

DeMarini CF7 -10 Fastpitch Softball Bat

This is another softball bat of DeMarini brand with less vibration promise because of thermo fused taper as well as provide good impact on the ball. Don’t worry about the handle flexibility because the carbon reinforced paradox handle will give a good way to handle the bat for hitting perfect shoot using the breakthrough D-fusion barrel.

DeMarini CF7 -11 Fastpitch Baseball Bat

This is the -11 swing down baseball bat model of DeMarini CF7 model. This is made in USA and made of synthetic. The performance of the bat will charm you along with no vibration method because of the thermo fused taper technology. In addition, the carbon reinforced paradox handle will give another look at the performance level in the game time.

DeMarini CF7 Hope -10 Fastpitch Baseball Bat

The synthetic made aluminum bat will always provide you greater playing time because of less vibration and nice handle to play. The bat will provide you a stiffer handle to control and swing the bat properly in order to get good quality shoots in the game time.

DeMarini 2014 Vendetta WTDXVCF Fastpitch Softball Bat

This is a perfect bat that comes with composite barrel along with hybrid comfort grip to maximize the performance. The rotation index system of the bat will always extend the life of the bat. Don’t think twice about the quality of the bat because this has received the certification from well known organizations like ASA, NSA and ISF.

Worth Legit Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLG10

This is a perfect softball bat if you want to buy a lightweight bat with greater performance level. The 2 piece composite bat will provide you a great playing time in the field with less vibration and proper grip handle.

2014 Worth Sick 454 Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPSICK

This is one of the best composite bats in the market that comes with multi player composite core for great performance. Moreover, the overall performance increases the durability of the bat to the top level. In addition, the bat is enough lightweight in order to give you a great control.

Rawlings SLMACH Senior League Baseball Bat

This is a perfect bat for any championship game because of its perfect diameter of barrel, length and performance. This is a one piece composite design bat along with 2 inches barrel diameter. Moreover, the model comes with an oversized composite barrel that increases the contact and power of the bat very well. In addition, the layers in taper enhance the quality and minimize the vibration level.

Conclusion

These are the top quality bats in this category that you can select to purchase. Don’t forget to have a look at the positive and negative sides of the aluminum and composite bats before you make a final decision to purchase. Always remember that the best bat for you will give you extra benefit to boost your performance level.

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Best Fastpitch Softball Bats for Power Hitters 2016

February 29, 2016 by Stevens

This is important to have the best fastpitch bat for power hitter to have a good game. In this case, every softball player will need to select the power hitter bat properly before purchase. In order to give you the best direction, we have researched a lot. The perfect power hitter softball bats will always give you the finest and powerful shoots. A successful player always has the best power hitting and strong bats to play with. Don’t worry because we are here to provide you the list of the best bats that you can buy for hitting perfectly.

Top Rankings of the Best Fastpitch Softball Bats for Power Hitters

When you are in the fastpitch softball bat retailer store, you will find many bats. The power hitters will always find the best bat to get good performance in the bat. Therefore, we have selected top 14 ranking of the best fastpitch softball bats in order to suggest you a right bat.

In order to make your idea clear and easy to take a decision, we have compared all the 14 bats in the table. Therefore, you can have a look on the characteristics; find the pros and cons of the bats very easily. From the table, you can easily compare the 14 different top ranking bats for the power hitters. As a result, this will be easy for you to find the best and make a purchase decision.

  1. Wilson Demarini 2016 CF8 Insane Fastpitch Bat (-10), Purple/Optic Green/White
  2. Wilson DeMarini 2016 CF8 Fastpitch Bat (-8) (-9)
  3. 2015 DeMarini CF7 Insane -10 Fastpitch Baseball Bat
  4. Easton 2015 FP15MK8 MAKO CXN ZERO -8 Fastpitch Softball Bat
  5. Easton 2015 FP15MK9 MAKO CXN ZERO -9 Fastpitch Softball Bat
  6. 2014 DeMarini CF6 Insane (-10) Fastpitch Softball Bat
  7. 2014 DeMarini CF6 (-8, -9, -10 & -11) Fastpitch Softball Bats
  8. 2014 Easton Power Brigade FX1 (-9) 2-PC COMP Fastpitch Softball Bat
  9. 2014 Easton Power Brigade FS2 (-10) & FS3 (-12) 1-PC COMP Fastpitch Softball Bats
  10. Mizuno 2014 Whiteout End Load Fastpitch Softball Bat
  11. 2013 DeMarini CF5 Insane (-10) Fastpitch Softball Bat
  12. 2013 DeMarini CF5 (-8, -9, -10, -11) Fastpitch Softball Bats
  13. 2013 Anderson RockeTech FP (-9) Fastpitch Softball Bat
  14. Easton Fp13X2 Fx2 1-Pc Composite-9 Fastpitch Softball Bat

Quick Reviews on Top 5 Best Fastpitch Softball Bats for Power Hitters for 2015 – 2016

1. Wilson Demarini 2016 CF8 Insane Fastpitch Bat (-10), Purple/Optic Green/White

This is a wonderful end loaded bat for powerful hitters because it’s exclusive paradox plus composite barrel. You will always get the best performance because of its stacked barrel construction. Concave end cap barrel increases the power of the bat in the end portion. Therefore, you will get extra energy to hit the ball in a long distance because of the barrel design. The D-fusion 2.0 handle with easy to grip option will give you the perfect way to control the bat for hitting it strongly.

2. Wilson DeMarini 2016 CF8 Fastpitch Bat

The 28 inch 17 oz softball bat will give you the best way to play in the game with its end loaded barrel design. Don’t forget about the power hitting feature for -8 and -9. The rest of the features are common to the CF8 (-10) model. The dish end cap design of the barrel will always ensure the mass stiffness to hit the ball perfectly. This is heavier model than the drop 10 in order to give you more power to hit the ball. This drop 8 and drop 9 are preferred by the school players because of its less ring design.

(-8) (-9)

3. 2015 DeMarini CF7 Insane -10 Fastpitch Baseball Bat

The synthetic power hitter bat is made in USA to provide you the perfect grip and handle design to get the best performance. Don’t worry of breakthrough while playing because the D-fusion handle ensures the quality of the bat. The Carbon reinforced paradox handle provides smooth and ergonomic friendly design with good power. Therefore, you will get a proper balance of energy and speed of hitting the bat. DeMarini has used Thermo-fused Taper technology that reduces the vibration of the bat as soon as you hit the ball. As a result, the end loaded barrel design ensures the quality performance and gives maximum energy.

4. Easton 2015 MAKO CXN ZERO Fastpitch Softball Bat

You may think the Easton drop 8 and drop 9 softball bat is not design for powerful hitters. But, you will be wrong because this is an end loaded bat in order to maximize the level of energy as soon as ball contact. The ultra-thin handle is used with ergonomic friendly design to feel comfortable during the game. Like other Easton bats, you will have the diamond grip along with the suitable speed design. The faster swing speed will boost your performance level and give low MOI power. As a result, there is no chance to be failure in the game for hitting so long.
(-8) (-9)

5. Mizuno 2014 Whiteout End Load Fastpitch Softball Bat

This is one of the most wonderful looking softball bats for the powerful hitters because of its design and color combination. Moreover, the 3Z technology helps to improve 3 sweet spot hitting zones of the bat. The anti-shock construction is amazing for the new players because this makes the bat completely vibration free to the players. As a result, the player will always feel confident and cylinder seaming technique is used to improve the durability of the bat. Different materials in different zones of the barrel improve the condition and power hitting capability of the bat.

Why End-loaded and/or Heavier (-8) (-9) (-10) Bats Are for Power Hitters

Whenever you are looking for power hitter softball bat, you will find the end-loaded bats available for you. This is very hard to get the balanced bats for the power hitters because they are not perfect. Only the end-loaded bats can give you full strength to hit the ball perfectly and strongly.

The end-loaded bat is designed without balancing the weight. The weight of the handle is low but the barrel is heavier. Therefore, the bat provides the full control over the stock and hit the bats very strongly. As a result, you will able to get more powerful hit using an end-loaded bat instead of balanced bat.

Because of having heavier barrel, the hitter must be powerful to handle the bat. If you are not powerful to handle the end-loaded bat, you can never hit a ball perfectly. In fact, the bat will hit the bat hard and miss matched hit can be a problem for the bat.

The speed of the bat increases during and after the point of contact of the end-loaded bat. Therefore, this increases the power of the bat more than its actually power. As a result, the bat is able to hit another 10 to 30 feet distance of the ball very easily. The heavier bat can hit the ball more strongly and long distance that you can ever imagine with a balanced bat.

Conclusion

If you are looking for a good end-loaded fastpitch softball bat for powerful hitting, you will not need to go anywhere. Just look at the top 14 bats for power hitters in the table. Still become confused to choose the best for power hitters in upcoming game? Then, you must select any of the end loaded bat from the top 5 bat reviews because they are extremely well and perfectly designed for power hitters. The bats will always give you the best performance and strength to hit the ball to the highest distance.

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