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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-
Demarini Uprising Fastpitch Softball Bat (-12)
Demarini Uprising Fastpitch Softball Bat (-12) Getting a great grip of your bat can go a long way in helping you excel at the plate. The Demarini Uprising Fastpitch Softball Bat (-12) features one ...Regular price $84.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$99.95 USDSale price $84.95 USDSale -
Easton Hype Fire Composite USSSA Baseball Bat -10, -8, -5
Easton Hype Fire Composite USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10,8,and 5 The Easton Hype Fire Composite USSSA baseball bat will help you succeed in the batters box. With the difficulty of hitting, it is impor...Regular price $399.99 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Louisville Slugger Maple Blue Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Maple Blue Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger maple blue baseball bat is a bat designed to be used to promote prostate cancer awareness. Due to the success of the pink bat used...Regular price $44.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Louisville Slugger Meta BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3
Louisville Slugger Meta BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 The Louisville Slugger Meta BBCOR baseball bat drop 3 features new technologies from Louisville Slugger that will simply change everything when you...Regular price $499.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
DeMarini The Goods 1-Piece BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3
DeMarini The Goods 1-Piece BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 The brand new DeMarini The Goods 1-piece BBCOR baseball bat drop 3 is among the best bats for this new year and has a legacy to live up to. The...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Louisville Slugger Players Cut Maple Wood Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Players Cut Maple Wood Baseball Bat You will struggle to find a more genuine bat than this Louisville Slugger Players Cut Wood Baseball Bat. What does it mean to be genuine? It m...Regular price $109.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 243 Baseball Bat
Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 243 Baseball Bat: The Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 243 Baseball bat is a staple of the BBCOR composite market. It honors the traditional bat in profile and paves the way for ...Regular price $59.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Louisville Slugger Proven Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 13
Louisville Slugger Proven Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 13 The Louisville Slugger Proven fastpitch softball bat drop 13 is a great bat for young players starting out. Louisville has proven time and t...Regular price $124.95 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 -
Rawlings Adirondack R212AB Ash Wood Baseball Bat
Rawlings Adirondack R212AB Black Ash Wood Baseball Bat Features: The Rawlings Adirondack R212AB Black Ash Wood Baseball Bat is a reengineered Wood Bat from Rawlings that combines their unparalleled...Regular price $32.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$39.95 USDSale price $32.95 USDsold outSold out -
DeMarini D243 Pro Maple WTDX243BN18 Wood Composite Baseball Bat (-3)
DeMarini D243 Pro Maple WTDX243BN18 Wood Composite Baseball Bat Drop 3 A classic look to a wood bat is always a great option for a bat. With the DeMarini D243 Pro Maple WTDX243BN18 Wood Composite B...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Louisville Slugger Prime Maple Baseball Bat RA13 - Ronald Acuna Jr
Louisville Slugger Prime Maple Baseball Bat RA13 - Ronald Acuna Jr The Louisville Slugger Prime maple baseball bat RA13 - Ronald Acuna Jr model features the same major league quality wood as the Ro...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Demarini Zenith Fastpitch Softball Bat (-13)
Demarini Zenith Fastpitch Softball Bat (-13) Demarini is a company that really cares about fastpitch hitters. This company designs bats built to meet very specific player needs. That is why some of...Regular price $144.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Mizuno Finch Fastpitch Softball Bat -13
Mizuno Finch Fastpitch Softball Bat -13 The Mizuno Finch Fastpitch Softball Bat -13 is created in collaboration with Jennie Finch's premier softball brand. It is constructed with the softball p...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
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 -
Easton Typhoon USA Baseball Bat Drop 12 YSB19TY12
Easton Typhoon USA Baseball Bat Drop 12, YSB19TY12 The Easton Typhoon USA Baseball Bat Drop 12 YSB19TY12 is a brand new red and black offensive juggernaut. It is a lightweight sensation built to al...Regular price $54.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$54.95 USDSale price $54.95 USDsold outSold out -
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 -
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 -
Louisville Slugger Atlas BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3
Louisville Slugger Atlas BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 The Louisville Slugger Atlas BBCOR baseball bat drop 3 uses a one-piece design. This is the model that replaces the popular Louisville Slugger Oma...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$199.95 USDSale price $349.95 USD -
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 -
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