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-
Akadema BP Maple Weight Trainer Bat
Akadema BP Maple Weight Trainer Bat Features: Looking for a heavy bat to help improve your skills at the plate. Give this Akadema BP Maple Weight Trainer Bat. This is a bat that you can use during...Regular price $69.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Akadema Barbell Training Bat
Akadema Barbell Training Bat The Akadema Barbell Training bat helps produce successful at the plate. Successful baseball hitters usually have one thing all in common, and that is strong hands. Havi...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$99.95 USDSale price $89.95 USDSale -
Akadema Travel Ball Barbell Training Bat
Akadema Travel Ball Barbell Training Bat Are you a ball player playing on a team that is constantly traveling? Well here is one item you will want to make sure is in your equipment bag. Make sure y...Regular price $79.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$89.95 USDSale price $79.95 USDSale -
Akadema Bamboo Maple Hybrid BM 771 Baseball Bat
Akadema Bamboo Maple Hybrid BM 771 Baseball Bat Get ready to be absolutely blown away by what this special Akadema Hybrid bat model has to offer. The Akadema Bamboo Maple Hybrid BM 771 Baseball Bat...Regular price $79.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$89.95 USDSale price $79.95 USDSale -
Akadema 25 in Training Baseball Bat
Hitting one-handed is always a fun way for hitters to test themselves in casual game settings. Now hitters can take one-handed swings to help them train better than ever before. Thanks to this new ...Regular price $59.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$69.95 USDSale price $59.95 USDSale -
Sold outAkadema A8 43 Ash Baseball Bat
If you are looking for an affordably priced wood bat for your next upper division league, check out this incredible Akadema A8 43 Ash Baseball Bat. This is a professional quality level bat, that co...Regular price $54.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
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Akadema A8 29 Ash Baseball Bat
A Pro Level Quality bat for a low great low price. Seems rather far-fetched these days but, thanks to the Akadema and Baseball Bargains company, it is once again possible. This Akadema A8 29 Ash Ba...Regular price $54.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Akadema M6 43 Maple Baseball Bat
Akadema M6 43 Maple Baseball Bat Want to invest in one of the Akadema sporting goods company and baseball world s most popular maple bats. The Akadema M6 43 Maple Baseball Bat features one of the b...Regular price $89.95 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 -
Akadema M6 81 Maple Baseball Bat
Akadema M6 81 Maple Baseball Bat There is a lot to love about the new line of Akadema Maple bats. They can help hitters put up huge eye-popping stats during their next season of play. One of the un...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
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 -
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 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
