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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 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 / persold outSold out -
Rawlings Bryce Harper Maple Wood Baseball Bat RPPMBH3
Rawlings Bryce Harper Maple Wood Baseball Bat RPPMBH3 The Rawlings Bryce Harper Maple Wood Baseball Bat RPPMBH3 is a great bat every ballplayer should consider purchasing. Performing well at the pl...Regular price $179.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Rawlings Raptor US8R8 Big Barrel Baseball Bat - Drop 8
Rawlings Raptor US8R8 Big Barrel Baseball Bat - Drop The Rawlings Raptor US8R8 Big Barrel Baseball Bat (-8) is a great option for youth baseball players. Hitting well is essential at all levels of...Regular price $49.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$49.95 USDSale price $49.95 USDsold outSold out -
Rawlings Icon USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8 RUT4I8
Rawlings Icon USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8 RUT4I8 The Rawlings Icon took the baseball world by storm. It's groundbreaking In/Tense directional carbon composite, material is tops in the industry. H...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / persold outSold out -
Easton Crystal Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 13
Easton Crystal Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 13 The Easton Crystal fastpitch softball bat drop 13 consists of 7050 aircraft alloy for a fast swing speed. It also includes an Ultra thin 29/32 in. hand...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Louisville Slugger Youth Legacy Y243 Maple Baseball Bat WYM243
Louisville Slugger Youth Legacy Y243 Maple Baseball Bat WYM243 The Louisville Slugger Youth Legacy Y243 maple baseball bat WYM243 is a one of kind bat. This is Louisville Sluggers most popular for ...Regular price $36.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$39.95 USDSale price $36.95 USDsold outSold out -
DeMarini The Goods BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3
DeMarini The Goods BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 A great option this year for a BBCOR baseball bat is the DeMarini The Goods BBCOR baseball bat drop 3. This bat will take your game to truly new heights...Regular price $449.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
DeMarini CF Zen BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3
DeMarini CF Zen BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 The DeMarini CF Zen BBCOR baseball bat drop 3 is the newest edition of the legendary CF series that has been dominating the baseball world for years now. ...Regular price $449.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Louisville Slugger Super Z-1000 Powerload USSSA Slowpitch Bat WTLSZU18P
Louisville Slugger Super Z-1000 Powerload USSSA Slowpitch Bat WTLSZU18P The Louisville Slugger Super Z-1000 Powerload USSSA Slowpitch Bat WTLSZU18P is one of the best bats on the market today. For ...Regular price $299.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$299.95 USDSale price $299.95 USDsold outSold out -
Louisville Slugger Super Z-1000 End Loaded USSSA Slowpitch Bat WTLZU18E
Louisville Slugger Super Z-1000 End Loaded USSSA Slowpitch Bat WTLZU18E The Louisville Slugger Super Z-1000 End Loaded USSSA Slowpitch Bat WTLZU18E is a world class bat that has a slight enload. ...Regular price $279.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$279.95 USDSale price $279.95 USDsold outSold out -
Akadema 18 in Training Baseball Bat
Want to really drive balls deep into the outfield during your next season of hitting. Why not try this great new training bat from the Akadema company? With this bat you train one hand at a time. ...Regular price $44.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$49.95 USDSale price $44.95 USDSale -
Akadema 20 inch Training Baseball Bat
The best hitters and coaches know that hitting awards are not won during games, but during practice and training sessions. In order to be ready for those crucial in game at bats, players need to pu...Regular price $44.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$49.95 USDSale price $44.95 USDSale -
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Akadema A5 43 Ash Baseball Bat
Do you desire a hybrid designed bat, that gives you the perfect mix of power and speed in your swing? Well Akadema should be able to help. The company offers several amazing ash bat models in its n...Regular price $64.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / persold outSold out -
Akadema M6 10 Maple Baseball Bat
Akadema M6 10 Maple Baseball Bat There are a lot of things that can excite you about a wood baseball bat. Probably the most exciting thing is hearing that a bat has a lot of power. Well guess what?...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$99.95 USDSale price $89.95 USDSale -
Akadema M6 88 Maple Baseball Bat
Akadema M6 88 Maple Baseball Bat Are you a top level player looking for a top level bat? You should definitely check out the Akadema company s new selection of Maple material bats. The Akadema M6 8...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Akadema M6 29 Maple Baseball Bat
Akadema M6 29 Maple Baseball Bat Looking to become an elite-level hitter in your league this season? You need to have a top-quality baseball bat in your hands to help you get there. There are a lot...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Louisville Slugger Legacy T141 LTE Ash WTLW5A141A16 Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Legacy T141 LTE Ash WTLW5A141A16 Baseball Bat The special split design appearance of this bat model, is probably what will initially draw your eyes to the item. It is quite the b...Regular price $48.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Louisville Slugger Select Ash C271 Baseball Bat W7A271
Louisville Slugger Select Ash C271 Baseball Bat W7A271 This Louisville Slugger Select Ash C271 baseball bat W7A271 is one of the coolest...or should we say hottest performing bats around. Want a ba...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$99.95 USDSale price $89.95 USDsold outSold out -
Louisville Slugger Select Mixed Maple Baseball Bat with Grip WTLW7MMIXA18G
Louisville Slugger Select Mixed Maple Baseball Bat with Grip WTLW7MMIXA18G With the Louisville Slugger Select Mixed Maple Baseball Bat with Grip WTLW7MMIXA18G you get a mix of great Louisville Slug...Regular price $94.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$94.95 USDSale price $94.95 USD -
Louisville Slugger Select I13 Maple Baseball Bat with Grip WTLW7MI13A18G
Louisville Slugger Select I13 Maple Baseball Bat with Grip WTLW7MI13A18G The Louisville Slugger Select I13 Maple Baseball Bat with Grip WTLW7MI13A18G has just so much to offer. This wood bat is a d...Regular price $94.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$94.95 USDSale price $94.95 USDsold outSold out -
Louisville Slugger Select I13 Maple WTLW7MI13A17 Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Select I13 Maple WTLW7MI13A17 Baseball Bat This bat features one of the more unique designs in the game today. Its barrel is covered in black, and it has a tan coloredhandle. Thi...Regular price $86.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / persold outSold out -
Louisville Slugger Select C271 Maple WTLW7M271A17 Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Select C271 Maple WTLW7M271A17 Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Select C271 Maple WTLW7M271A17 is a very affordable maple wood bat. Looking for a high quality wood baseball ba...Regular price $86.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / persold outSold out -
Demarini CF Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10
Demarini CF Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 The Demarini CF fastpitch softball bat drop 10 is a beast of a bat. Built to lend hitters incredible power at the plate, every serious hitter in a fastpi...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Rawlings Quatro Pro T-Ball Bat Drop 11 TBZQ11
Rawlings Quatro Pro T-Ball Bat Drop 11 TBZQ11 The Rawlings Quatro Pro T-ball bat has a weight drop of -11. This makes it very easy for your young hitter to get the bat to the ball with authority....Regular price $44.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$24.95 USDSale price $44.95 USDsold outSold out