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-
Victus Pro Reserve Birch Wood Bat TA7
Victus Pro Reserve Birch Wood Bat TA7 The Victus Pro Reserve Birch Wood Bat TA7 has an end loaded feel. This bat produced by the Victus Wood Bat company is a big league grade birch bat. The TA7 is ...Regular price $199.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Composite Wood Baseball Bat RBSC110
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Composite Wood Baseball Bat RBSC110 The Rawlings Big Stick Maple Composite wood baseball bat RBSC110 has become beloved by users at all levels of the game. The main idea be...Regular price $139.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Velo Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop10 | FP9V10
Rawlings Velo Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop10 | FP9V10 The Rawlings Velo FP9V10 Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 is a bat every softball player should consider purchasing. Teams will always find a lac...Regular price $279.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
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Easton Elevate Alloy BBCOR Baseball Bat BB19EL
Easton Elevate Alloy BBCOR Baseball Bat, BB19EL The Easton Elevate Alloy BBCOR Baseball Bat, BB19EL takes ALX100 Military Grade Alloy to new heights. Conveniently, this material takes baseball to n...Regular price $69.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$109.95 USDSale price $69.95 USDsold outSold out -
Easton Split Hybrid BBCOR Baseball Bat
Easton Split Hybrid BBCOR Baseball Bat The Easton Split Hybrid BBCOR baseball bat comes with CompCore technology that widens the sweet spot and makes this bat deadly for any player that uses it. Fe...Regular price $399.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Anthony Rizzo Pro Model Maple Wood Bat RIZZ44
Marucci Anthony Rizzo Pro Model Maple Wood Bat RIZZ44 The Marucci Anthony Rizzo Pro Model Maple Wood Bat RIZZ44 is the model used by the New York Yankees first baseman. Marucci works with MLB play...Regular price $189.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Gleyber Torres Pro Model Maple Wood Bat GLEY25
Marucci Gleyber Torres Pro Model Maple Wood Bat GLEY25 The Marucci Gleyber Torres Pro Model Maple Wood Bat GLEY25 gives you an slightly end loaded light feeling bat with a great look to dominate yo...Regular price $189.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Trea Turner Pro Model Maple Wood Bat TVT
Marucci Trea Turner Pro Model Maple Wood Bat TVT The Marucci Trea Turner pro model maple wood bat TVT is designed for contact. Trea Turners quick play style is the inspiration behind this maple bat...Regular price $189.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci M-71 Pro Model Maple Wood Bat
Marucci M-71 Pro Model Maple Wood Bat The Marucci M-71 Pro Model Maple Wood Bat gives players a sharp looking option that hits extremely well and lets you transition to wood easier. When you decide...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Echo DMND Composite Fastpitch Bat - Drop 10
Marucci Echo DMND Composite Fastpitch Bat - Drop 10 The Marucci Echo DMND Composite Fastpitch Bat Drop 10 is one of the best options for a fastpich bat, and allows players to fly through the zone w...Regular price $299.95 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 -
Marucci Echo Connect DMND Fastpitch Bat - Drop 10
Marucci Echo Connect DMND Fastpitch Bat - Drop 10 The Marucci Echo Connect DMND Fastpitch Bat - Drop 10 brings fastpitch players an excellent option to dominate at the plate this year. There are gr...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CatFX Connect Fastpitch MFPCC79 Softball Bat (-9)
Marucci CatFX Connect Fastpitch MFPCC79 Softball Bat - Drop 9 The Marucci CatFX Connect Fastpitch MFPCC79 Softball Bat (-9) becomes a top notch bat for fastpitch players to dominate on the diamond....Regular price $349.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Posey 28 Pro Metal MCBP28 BBCOR Baseball Bat - Drop 3
Marucci Posey 28 Pro Metal MCBP28 BBCOR Baseball Bat - Drop 3 The Marucci Posey 28 Pro Metal MCBP28 BBCOR Baseball Bat - Drop 3 offers a new variable of a Marucci bat, a classic wood design, but an...Regular price $299.99 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 -
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 -
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 $399.95 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 $499.95 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 -
Sold outAkadema 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 per -
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 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
