Baseball and Softball Bats
The most obvious difference between Baseball and Softball Bats is their respective lengths. The most commonly used length for each type of bat is: baseball - 32", fastpitch softball - 33", slow pitch - 34" youth - 30".
Another difference between softball and baseball bats is the weight. Adult slow-pitch bats the most popular weight is 28oz. However, variations in the location of the balance point in individual bats can make the of 28oz bat feel much lighter. It can also make it feel much heavier than its actual weight. A Fastpitch softball bat is lighter than a slow-pitch model. This allows for better bat speed and control. The range of weights for adult baseball bats is much smaller because of the rules requiring a weight/length ratio that does not exceed -3.
Other than length differences, the second most glaring distinction between baseball and softball bats is the barrel diameters. Those on baseball bats are traditionally thicker than those on softball bats. The barrels of baseball bats, which are used for play under college and high school rules, are 2-5/8" in diameter. Adult softball bats are thinner, with barrel diameters of only 2-1/4". Youth bats have the same diameter as adult slow pitch bats.
Fast-pitch bats often have a barrel that takes up almost half the length of the bat. These create a shorter taper region and are design to provide an expanded and more responsive hitting surface while allowing a hitter to make better contact.
Youth Softball Bat Differences
Youth softball bat differences with youth baseball bats are hard to detect. The weight drop and certification are the main differences. A youth softball bat and a youth baseball bat have very similar construction. At the adult level, they design baseball and softball bat models to match their respective games. Conceivably you could use a baseball bat to play softball, as long as you can adjust to the slightly shorter total length, and the heavier weight. You could use a slow-pitch bat in a fast-pitch softball game without damaging it but with the larger weight you would probably not make as much contact. However, none of this would be legal for league or tournament play as they require bats with baseball or softball specific certifications. Below is our selection of baseball and softball bats-
HeavySwing 3150 Youth Training Bat 31in 50oz
HeavySwing 3150 Youth Training Bat 31in 50oz Features: Allow your young slugger to train better than ever before this season, by getting them the amazing HeavySwing 3150 Youth Training Bat. Unlike...Regular price $139.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
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HeavySwing 34 in 60oz Training Bat 3460
HeavySwing 34 in 60oz Training Bat Features: The original HeavySwing dual-weighted training Product for pre-hitting stretching and swing conditioning. Dual-weighted handle Length: 34 inc...Regular price $129.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Sold outMarucci Smart Bat MDKVSMART
Marucci Smart Bat MDKVSMART The Marucci Smart Bat MDKVSMART offers players an excellent way to track your swing with ease and no extra accessories that might be annoying. With all of the new techno...Regular price $49.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Sold outMarucci Youth Smart Bat MDKYVSMART
Marucci Youth Smart Bat MDKYVSMART The Marucci Youth Smart Bat MDKYVSMART allows young players to truly enjoy learning their mechanics at a young age is the best because they stay with you. For ov...Regular price $49.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing Training Bat Pro3460 34 in 60oz
HeavySwing Training Bat Pro3460 34 in 60oz Features: The HeavySwing Training Bat Pro3460 likely looks like nothing you have ever swing before on or near a baseball field. With that being said, ther...Regular price $204.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 36 in 80oz Training Bat | 3680
HeavySwing 36 in 80oz Training Bat Features: Dual-weighted handle Length: 36 inches Weight: 80 ounces High-grade stainless sTeel and aluminum 3680Regular price $129.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 36 in 70oz Training Bat | 3670
HeavySwing 36 in 70oz Training Bat Features: The original HeavySwing dual-weighted training Product for pre-hitting stretching and swing conditioning. Dual-weighted handle Length: 36 inc...Regular price $129.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 36 in 60oz Training Bat | 3660
HeavySwing 36 in 60oz Training Bat Features: The original HeavySwing dual-weighted Dual-weighted handle Length: 36 inches Weight: 60 ounces High-grade stainless steel and aluminum...Regular price $129.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 34 70oz HeavyBat Training Bat 3470
HeavySwing 34 70oz HeavyBat Training Bat Features: The HeavySwing 34 70oz HeavyBat Training Bat 3470 is part of a revolution in the way that ballplayers train. It is not easy to reverse decades of...Regular price $174.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 3040 Youth Training Bat 30 in 40oz
HeavySwing 3040 Youth Training Bat 30 in 40oz Features: Traditional barrel-weight products, like bat sleeves and donuts, can often be disruptive to a batter s swing, and throw their mechanics out...Regular price $139.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 2940 Youth Training Bat 29 in 40oz
HeavySwing 2940 Youth Training Bat 29 in 40oz Features: The HeavySwing 2940 Youth Training Bat is a unique training tool. The bat is constructed with a heavily weighted bat knob. So the majority of...Regular price $139.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 34 70oz Softball Training Bat 3470
HeavySwing 34 in 70oz Softball Training Bat Features: The HeavySwing 34 70oz Softball Training Bat 3470 is a radically different but marketable upgrade to the softball training landscape. At Heavy...Regular price $169.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 33 60oz Training Bat Pro 3360
HeavySwing 33 60oz Training Bat Pro 3360: The HeavySwing 33 60oz Training Bat Pro 3360 is part of a revolution in the baseball bat training world. For decades, player have been swinging barrel weig...Regular price $204.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 32 in 60oz Training Bat | Pro 3260
HeavySwing 32 in 60oz Training Bat Features: Premium quality PX99 grade aluminum handle With wooden barrel Length: 32 inches Weight: 50 ounces Color: Black/Aluminum Barrel Profile: 243 Pro 3260 He...Regular price $204.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 32 in 50oz Training Bat | Pro 3250
HeavySwing 32 in 50oz Training Bat Features: Premium quality PX99 grade aluminum handle With wooden barrel Length: 32 inches Weight: 50 ounces Color: Black/Aluminum Barrel Profile: 243 Pro 3250 He...Regular price $204.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 34 in 80oz Training Bat | Pro 3480
HeavySwing 34 in 80oz Training Bat Features: Premium quality PX99 grade aluminum handle With wooden barrel Length: 34 inches Weight: 80 ounces Color: Black/Aluminum Barrel Profile: 243 HeavyBat Pr...Regular price $204.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 31 40oz Youth Training Bat 3140
HeavySwing 31 in 40oz Youth Training Bat Features: The HeavySwing 31 40oz Youth Training Bat 3140 is a highly versatile and unique training device that is taking the baseball world by storm. Even t...Regular price $139.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
