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-
Rawlings Big Stick Birch Wood Baseball Bat RBSB110
Rawlings Big Stick Birch Wood Baseball Bat RBSB110 The Rawlings Big Stick Birch Wood Baseball Bat RBSB110 will improve your performance. Performing well at the plate is essential for any ballplayer...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$94.95 USDSale price $99.95 USD -
Rawlings Icon USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUS6I10
Rawlings Icon USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUS6I10 Rawlings Icon USA baseball bat drop 10 RUS6I10 is an offensive weapon. Since the American League created the designated hitter offense has become more...Regular price $349.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Icon USA Baseball Bat Drop 8 RUS6I8
Rawlings Icon USA Baseball Bat Drop 8 RUS6I8 The Rawlings Icon USA baseball bat drop 8 RUS6I8 offers youth players a bat they can rely on. It's very easy to fall in love with a bat that a playe...Regular price $349.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Player Preferred Ash Wood Baseball Bat RPA6318
Rawlings Player Preferred Ash Wood Baseball Bat RPA6318 The Rawlings Player Preferred ash wood baseball bat RPA6318 made out of top quality ash wood, has incredible pop. This is a great bat for pla...Regular price $74.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Wood Baseball Bat RBSM5R243
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Wood Baseball Bat RBSM5R243 The Rawlings Big Stick Maple Wood Baseball Bat RBSM5R243 is known for its performance. Containing the highest quality wood bats that Rawlings ha...Regular price $99.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton ADV 360 Composite USSSA Drop 8 Baseball Bat SL20ADV8
Easton ADV 360 Composite USSSA Drop 8 Baseball Bat SL20ADV8 The Easton ADV 360 composite USSSA drop 8 baseball bat SL20ADV8 is a staple of the youth market. It is eager to revive a pre-modern piece...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Rope Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat
Easton Rope Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat The Easton Rope Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat, is a bona fide offensive juggernaut. With a revolutionary 2-piece construction, this full composite bat is mad...Regular price $499.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CU26 Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat
Marucci CU26 Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat The Marucci CU26 Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat gives youth players a chance to perfect their mechanics for a lifetime worth of great hitting. So, as you...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
DeMarini CF Zen USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8
DeMarini CF Zen USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8 The DeMarini CF Zen USSSA big barrel baseball bat drop 8 is an enormous source of power. The CF Zen name is taking the baseball game by storm. The drop 8 v...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
DeMarini Voodoo USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 DXUD2-21
DeMarini Voodoo USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 DXUD2-21 The DeMarini Voodoo USA baseball bat drop 10 WTDXUD2-21 meets the USA standards. To meet the USA standard of bats, DeMarini is releasing this Voodo...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
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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 $179.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Raptor USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUS5R10
Rawlings Raptor USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUS5R10 The Rawlings Raptor USA baseball bat drop 10 RUS5R10 is a bat every youth ballplayer should consider purchasing. Performing well at the plate is ess...Regular price $54.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Topaz Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10
Easton Topaz Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 The Easton Topaz fastpitch softball bat drop 10 has a durable alloy construction. The ALX50 military grade aluminum provides enhanced durability. The bat...Regular price $49.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Amethyst Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11
Easton Amethyst Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 The Easton Amethyst fastpitch softball bat drop 11 is for the player looking for some mass behind the ball in addition to an affordable price tag. The...Regular price $59.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger S345 Maple Fungo Bat
Louisville Slugger S345 Maple Fungo Bat The Louisville Slugger S345 maple fungo bat is a high quality fungo that will fulfill all your needs as a coach. As a coach, you need a fungo that can get th...Regular price $74.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Pro Prime C243 Birch Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Pro Prime C243 Birch Baseball Bat This Louisville Slugger Pro Prime C243 birch baseball bat has an awesome two toned design. It also comes with a major league quality constructio...Regular price $179.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Dynasty USA Baseball Bat Drop 11
Louisville Slugger Dynasty USA Baseball Bat Drop 11 The Louisville Slugger Dynasty USA baseball bat drop 11 is a great bat for youth players today. It is legal in all leagues that follow USA baseba...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
DeMarini D110 Pro Maple WTDX110BO18 Wood Composite Baseball Bat (-3)
DeMarini D110 Pro Maple WTDX110BO18 Wood Composite Baseball Bat Drop 3 The DeMarini D110 Pro Maple WTDX110BO18 is a great option fro a wood composite bat on the market today. The three types of mat...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
DeMarini D271 Pro Maple WTDX271BW18 Wood Composite Baseball Bat (-3)
DeMarini D271 Pro Maple WTDX271BW18 Wood Composite Baseball Bat Drop 3 The DeMarini D271 Pro Maple WTDX271BW18 Wood Composite Baseball Bat drop 3 is a fantastic hybrid bat made of both pro maple wo...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Xeno Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 FPXND1120
Louisville Slugger Xeno Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 FPXND1120 The Louisville Slugger Xeno fastpitch softball bat drop 11 FPXND1120 is a great bat all fastpitch players should take a look at. Thi...Regular price $299.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Kryo Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11
Louisville Slugger Kryo Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 The Louisville Slugger Kryo fastpitch softball bat drop 11 is one of the best bats on the market today. These bats are 100% composite which is...Regular price $449.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno F24-CRBN1 Fastpitch Softball Bat -13
Mizuno F24-CRBN1 Fastpitch Softball Bat -13 The Mizuno F24-CRBN1 Fastpitch Softball Bat -13 is a one piece composite offensive juggernaut. This Mizuno Fastpitch bat features innovative bat technolo...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
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 USDsold outSold out -
Akadema Hybrid Fungo Bat
Akadema Hybrid Fungo Bat Features: Looking for a specially designed bat, to help your team s fielding practices run a lot smoother. Well this wood bat from Akadema is truly the ultimate coach s too...Regular price $59.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
