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 Hype Fire Composite USA Baseball Bat -11,-10, -8, -5
Easton Hype Fire Composite USA Baseball Bat Drop 11, 10, 8,and 5 The Easton Hype Fire Composite USA baseball bat will help you succeed in the batters box. With the difficulty of hitting, it is impo...Regular price From $349.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Ghost Unlimited Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11
Easton Ghost Unlimited Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 With the Easton Ghost Unlimited Fastpitch Softball Bat you can unleash the ultimate power and performance. This fastpitch bat features the revo...Regular price $499.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Maxum Ultra Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat BB21MX
Easton Maxum Ultra Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat BB21MX The Easton Maxum Ultra Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat BB21MX, is a bona fide offensive weapon. With a revolutionary seamless one-piece carbon co...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton ADV1 360 Composite USA Drop 12 Baseball Bat YBB23ADV12
Easton ADV1 360 Composite USA Drop 12 Baseball Bat YBB23ADV12 The Easton ADV1 360 USA drop 12 baseball bat YBB23ADV12 is lightweight and powerful. It will turn any good hitter into a great one, an...Regular price $299.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Ghost X Evolution USA Baseball Bat Drop 8 YBB19GXE8
Easton Ghost X Evolution USA Baseball Bat Drop 8, YBB19GXE8 The Easton Ghost X Evolution USA Baseball Bat Drop 8 YBB19GXE8 maximizes a youth s power potential by overcompensating for a diminished b...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$349.95 USDSale price $349.95 USD -
Easton Ghost X Evolution USA Baseball Bat Drop 5 YBB19GXE5
Easton Ghost X Evolution USA Baseball Bat Drop 5, YBB19GXE5 The Easton Ghost X Evolution USA Baseball Bat Drop 5 YBB19GXE5 won t do anything short of instilling confidence in the youth baseball pla...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$349.95 USDSale price $349.95 USD -
Easton Ghost X Evolution USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 5 SL19GXE58
Easton Ghost X Evolution USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 5, SL19GXE58 The Easton Ghost X Evolution USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 5 SL19GXE58 is an offensive juggernaut. It complements its 2 3/4 counterpart almos...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$349.95 USDSale price $249.95 USD
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Eason Elevate Alloy USSSA Drop 10 Baseball Bat SL20EL108
Eason Elevate Alloy USSSA Drop 10 Baseball Bat SL20EL108 The Easton Elevate alloy USSSA drop 10 baseball bat SL20EL108 is a bona fide offensive juggernaut. It employs ALX100 Military Grade alloy fo...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
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 Fuze 360 Aluminum USA Drop 10 Baseball Bat YBB20FZ10
Easton Fuze 360 Aluminum USA Drop 10 Baseball Bat YBB20FZ10 The Easton Fuze 360 aluminum USA drop 10 baseball bat YBB20FZ10 is a one-piece offensive juggernaut. It provides barrel to handle acceler...Regular price $179.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Fuze 360 Aluminum USSSA Drop10 Baseball Bat SL20FZ10
Easton Fuze 360 Aluminum USSSA Drop10 Baseball Bat SL20FZ10 The new Easton Fuze 360 aluminum USSSA drop 10 baseball bat SL20FZ10 has an all alloy construction. This is Easton s best alloy bat this ...Regular price $229.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Beast Speed Hybrid USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 YBB19BSH10
Easton Beast Speed Hybrid USA Baseball Bat Drop 10, YBB19BSH10 The Easton Beast Speed Hybrid USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 YBB19BSH10 has re-defined the youth bat market. These Easton Beast Speed USA ba...Regular price $159.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$259.95 USDSale price $159.95 USDsold outSold out -
Easton Beast Pro USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 5 SL19BP58
Easton Beast Pro USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 5, SL19BP58 The Easton Beast Pro USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 5 SL19BP58 2 5/8 aligns itself nearly identically with its 2 3/4 counterpart, just with a lighter b...Regular price $149.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
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 -
Easton Crystal Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 13
Easton Crystal Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 13 The Easton Crystal fastpitch softball bat drop 13 consists of 7050 aircraft alloy for a fast swing speed. It also includes an Ultra thin 29/32 in. hand...Regular price $109.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Sold outEaston Pro 271 Maple Baseball Bat
Easton Pro 271 Maple Baseball Bat Those competing in baseball leagues this season, desire a bat that both looks attractive and helps them perform well at the plate. The Easton Pro 271 Maple Basebal...Regular price $86.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Sold outEaston Pro 110 Maple Baseball Bat
Easton Pro 110 Maple Baseball Bat If you are looking to develop into a consistent hitter at the plate, make sure you carry a bat that also performs at a consistently high level. The brand-new Easto...Regular price $86.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Pro 110 Maple Comp Baseball Bat
Easton Pro 110 Maple Comp Baseball Bat Hitters can swing away with confidence this season, when they have this Easton Pro 110 Maple Comp Baseball Bat in their hands. This bat s material makeup make...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
