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 -
Rawlings Big Stick Training Baseball Bat ONEHANDBAT
Rawlings Big Stick Training Baseball Bat Features: The Rawlings Big Stick Training Baseball Bat is an innovative training tool. It is ideal for use off the tee or with soft toss. This bat comes wit...Regular price $29.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$39.95 USDSale price $29.95 USDSale -
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 -
Easton Thunderstick T10 33 in Adult Training Bat
Easton Thunderstick T10 33 inch Adult Training Bat Features: The Easton Thunderstick T10 33 inch Adult Training Bat is the perfect choice when looking to develop hand eye coordination. The 1 inch d...Regular price $68.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$79.95 USDSale price $68.95 USD
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Easton Thunderstick T11 30 in Youth Training Bat
Easton Thunderstick T11 Youth Training Bat - 30 inch Features: The Easton Thunderstick T11 Youth Training Bat - 30 inch is an essential tool when trying to develop a young hitter. The one inch diam...Regular price $49.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$59.95 USDSale price $49.95 USDsold outSold out -
HeavySwing 32 60oz Training Bat HB3260
HeavySwing 32 60oz Training Bat Features: The HeavySwing 32 60oz Training Bat HB3260 is one of the newest and most exciting new training bats to hit the market in many years. Born in Baltimore, Mar...Regular price $174.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing HB3370 HeavyBat Training Bat 33 in 70oz
HeavySwing HB3370 HeavyBat Training Bat 33 in 70oz Features: Traditional barrel-weight products, like bat sleeves and donuts, can often be disruptive to a batter s swing, and can also throw their m...Regular price $174.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 36 in 100oz Training Bat | 3600
HeavySwing 36 in 100oz Training Bat Features: The original HeavySwing dual-weighted training Product for pre-hitting stretching and swing conditioning. Dual-weighted handle Length: 36 in...Regular price $129.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 30 50oz Youth Training Bat 3050
HeavySwing 30 in 50oz Youth Training Bat Features: The HeavySwing 30 50oz Youth Training Bat 3050 is all about mechanics. That is, they use the bodies natural mechanics and memory to improve hittin...Regular price $139.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
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 -
HeavySwing Training Bat HB3250 32 in 50oz
HeavySwing Training Bat HB3250 32 in 50oz Features: Revolutionize the way you practice your swing this season, by adding an amazing new training bat to your collection. The HeavySwing Training Bat...Regular price $174.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 31 in 50oz Training Bat | HB3150
HeavySwing 31 in 50oz Training Bat Features: Handle-weighted aluminum bat Builds Ballistic strength Premium quality PX99 grade aluminum bat Length: 31 inches Weight: 50 ounces C...Regular price $174.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 34" 70oz Training Bat | Pro 3470
HeavySwing 34" 70oz Training Bat Features Premium quality PX99 grade aluminum handle With wooden barrel Length: 34 inches Weight: 70 ounces Color: Black/Aluminum Barrel Profile: 243 HeavyBat ...Regular price $204.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 33 60oz HeavyBat Training Bat 3360
HeavySwing 33 60oz HeavyBat Training Bat Features: The HeavySwing 33 60oz HeavyBat Training Bat 3360 is the newest and finest addition to the adult training bat market. Generations of players, coac...Regular price $174.95 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 -
Rawlings Power Trainer Resistance Bat | RESISTBAT
Rawlings Power Trainer Resistance Bat Features: Develop hitting power Resistance training Durable elastic band Resistance up to 15 lbs RESISTBATRegular price $19.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger 35 inch Weighted Training Bat
Louisville Slugger 35 inch Weighted Training Bat The Louisville Slugger 35 inch weighted Training Bat is built like a regular wood bat, but weighs about 10oz more. This Training Bat helps to improv...Regular price $52.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$59.95 USDSale price $52.95 USDsold outSold out -
HeavySwing 33 in 50oz Training Bat | Pro 3350
HeavySwing 33 in 50oz Training Bat Features: Premium quality PX99 grade aluminum handle With wooden barrel 33 inches 50 ounces Black/Aluminum Pro 3350 HeavyBat Pro 3350Regular price $204.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 36 in 90oz Training Bat | 3690
HeavySwing 36 in 90oz Training Bat Features: Dual-weighted handle Length: 36 inches Weight: 90 ounces High-grade stainless sTeel and aluminum 3690Regular price $129.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 33 70oz Training Bat Pro 3370
HeavySwing 33 in 70oz Training Bat Pro 3370 Features: The HeavySwing 33 70oz Training Bat Pro 3370 is an incredibly unique and dynamic baseball training device that combines a number of new techniq...Regular price $204.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 2840 Youth Training Bat 28 in 40oz
HeavySwing 2840 Youth Training Bat 28 in 40oz Features: The HeavySwing 2840 Youth Training Bat is a unique training tool. The bat is constructed with a heavily weighted bat knob. So the majority...Regular price $139.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 3150 Youth Training Bat 31in 50oz
HeavySwing 3150 Youth Training Bat 31in 50oz Features: Allow your young slugger to train better than ever before this season, by getting them the amazing HeavySwing 3150 Youth Training Bat. Unlike...Regular price $139.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing 34 in 60oz Training Bat 3460
HeavySwing 34 in 60oz Training Bat Features: The original HeavySwing dual-weighted training Product for pre-hitting stretching and swing conditioning. Dual-weighted handle Length: 34 inc...Regular price $129.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
