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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-
Easton Thunderstick T10 33 in Adult Training Bat
Easton Thunderstick T10 33 inch Adult Training Bat Features: The Easton Thunderstick T10 33 inch Adult Training Bat is the perfect choice when looking to develop hand eye coordination. The 1 inch d...Regular price $68.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$79.95 USDSale price $68.95 USDSale -
Louisville Slugger Vapor BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3
Louisville Slugger Vapor BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 The Louisville Slugger Vapor BBCOR baseball bat drop 3 is a dynamic bat that is new to the Louisville Slugger lineup. It is a one piece bat and us...Regular price $109.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Mizuno Bamboo Elite MZE 243 Baseball Bat
Mizuno Bamboo Elite MZE 243 Baseball Bat: The Mizuno Bamboo Elite MZE 243 Baseball Bat is a BBCOR certified powerhouse. Its optimized Cupped End provides a lighter swing than any other on the marke...Regular price $94.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Mizuno Maple-Carbon 271 Elite Wood Baseball Bat
Mizuno Maple-Carbon 271 Elite Wood Baseball Bat The Mizuno Maple-Carbon 271 Elite Wood Baseball Bat is a BBCOR certified offensive juggernaut. Its Maple/ Carbon wood combination and composite mater...Regular price $149.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / persold outSold out -
Louisville Slugger LXT Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10
Louisville Slugger LXT Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 The Louisville Slugger LXT Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 is going to get the job done for you. This bat will be able to elevate your hitting t...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Mizuno Bamboo Elite MZE 271 Bat
Mizuno Bamboo Elite MZE 271 Bat: The Mizuno Bamboo Elite MZE 271 Baseball Bat is a BBCOR certified offensive weapon. It features a Cupped End for an optimized, lighter swing weight. The bat also in...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash Youth Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash Youth Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Genuine ash youth baseball bat is a great bat choice for youth players beginning their transition to wood bat leagues. Chec...Regular price $29.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Louisville Slugger Legacy C271 Ash WTLW5A271A16 Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Legacy C271 Ash WTLW5A271A16 Baseball Bat This Louisville Slugger Legacy C271 Ash WTLW5A271A16 Baseball Bat should have no issue helping you thrive at the wood bat level. Not all...Regular price $48.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / persold outSold out -
Louisville Slugger Prime C271 Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Prime C271 Maple Baseball Bat Louisville Slugger is the official bat provider of Major League baseball. For years now they have been providing players all across the country wit...Regular price $159.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Mizuno MZM 271 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat
Mizuno MZM 271 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat This brand-new Mizuno MZM 271 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat is a bat to take a close look at! This bat supplies everything a hitter wants from...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Demarini Prism Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10
Demarini Prism Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 The DeMarini Prism fastpitch softball bat drop 10 is the most powerful bat available. These bats feature new Gapped Barrel technology that has two barr...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Easton ADV 360 Composite USA Drop 11 Baseball Bat
Easton ADV 360 Composite USA Drop 11 Baseball Bat The Easton ADV 360 composite USA drop 11 baseball bat is sure to be the most popular USA bat this season. The Ultra-Lite; Launch composite constru...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 62 Baseball Bat
Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 62: The Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 62 Baseball Bat honors the traditional bat and opens the door for the modern bat as well. It s not fully wood, nor is it fully composite....Regular price $59.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / persold outSold out -
Demarini Ultimate Weapon Slow Pitch Softball Bat DXUWE-22
Demarini Ultimate Weapon Slow Pitch Softball Bat DXUWE-22 The Demarini Ultimate Weapon slow pitch softball bat DXUWE-22 is a great option for many slow pitch players. It's name, Demarini Ultima...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / persold outSold out -
Louisville Slugger Meta USSSA Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 8
Louisville Slugger Meta USSSA Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 8 The Louisville Slugger Meta USSSA big barrel baseball bat drop 8 is the bat you should be looking at if you are playing in a senior leag...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Louisville Slugger Prime BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 BBP9B320
Louisville Slugger Prime BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 BBP9B320 The New Louisville Slugger Prime BBCOR Baseball Bat drop 3 BBP9B320 is one of the best bats money can buy. This is the top of the line ba...Regular price $449.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$449.95 USDSale price $449.95 USDsold outSold out -
Louisville Slugger Omaha USA Baseball Bat Drop 11
Louisville Slugger Omaha USA Baseball Bat Drop 11 The Louisville Slugger Omaha USA baseball bat drop 11 is a fantastic bat for young ballplayers looking to take their game to the next level. The Lo...Regular price $119.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$109.95 USDSale price $119.95 USD -
Louisville Slugger Genuine Mixed Ash Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Genuine Mixed Ash WTLW3AMIXC16 Baseball Bat The quality of the wood in this low priced Louisville Slugger bat is not good. It s great! This may seem like a cheesy sales pitch, bu...Regular price $39.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
DeMarini Fungodelic Pro Maple Wood Composite Fungo Bat WTDXFUNDE1835
DeMarini Fungodelic Pro Maple Wood Composite Fungo Bat WTDXFUNDE1835 The DeMarini Fungodelic Pro Maple Wood Composite Fungo Bat WTDXFUNDE1835 is soon to be the coaches new best friend. This fungo ...Regular price $109.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
HeavySwing 32 60oz Training Bat HB3260
HeavySwing 32 60oz Training Bat Features: The HeavySwing 32 60oz Training Bat HB3260 is one of the newest and most exciting new training bats to hit the market in many years. Born in Baltimore, Mar...Regular price $174.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / persold outSold out -
Easton Ghost Advanced Drop 11 Fastpitch Softball Bat FP20GHAD11
Easton Ghost Advanced Drop 11 Fastpitch Softball Bat FP20GHAD11 The Easton Ghost Advanced drop 11 fastpitch softball bat FP20GHAD11 just turned it up a notch. In the game of fastpitch softball maxi...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / persold outSold out -
Marucci Cat8 MCBC8CB BBCOR Baseball Bat - Drop 3
Marucci Cat8 MCBC8CB BBCOR Baseball Bat - Drop 3 The Marucci Cat8 BBCOR Baseball Bat – Drop 3 MCBC8CB is an extremely responsive bat that allows for you to be at your best come game time. Marucci ...Regular price $299.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Easton Ghost Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10
Easton Ghost Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 The Easton Ghost fastpitch softball bat drop 10 is an evenly balanced double barrel design. This lends the ultimate combination of feel, pop, and sound. ...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Easton Ghost ASA Youth Softball Bat Drop 11
Easton Ghost ASA Youth Softball Bat Drop 11 The Easton Ghost ASA youth softball bat drop 11 gets your youngster the tool to succeed. If you want the bat that will dominate your entire softball leag...Regular price $44.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per