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Baseball Bat Reviews and Price Guide:America still loves baseball and currently everybody is watching as Barry Bonds gets closer to breaking the all time home run record (held by Hank Aaron). I played Little League baseball for 5 seasons (I quit before High School) and was a pretty good catcher, but I couldn't hit worth a darn. I think my batting average was like .200 which is not good especially in Little League where most kids hit above .250. I eventually got into basketball and that became my passion, but I still love watching baseball and attending Dodger games when I'm in Los Angeles. Having a good baseball bat is crucial for anybody (kids, women, professionals) who wants to be a decent hitter and nowadays you can expect to pay about $150.00 for a good bat. If you are shopping for a bat for you child then you can find something closer to $50 or $75, but buying a more expensive bat can certainly give your kid an edge when it matters most. We reviewed many of the big name manufacturers that make baseball bats like Rawlings, Demarini, and Easton so check out our reviews below. Hopefully our research will help you find the best baseball bat for your situation - we even reviewed some softball bats.
Easton & Demarini Baseball Bats:It's hard to believe that almost 20 years have gone by since I last swung a bat in a Little League game. I used to use an Easton bat and they are still a very popular brand with baseball players today. Demarini and Rawlings are 2 other big bat manufacturers that are very popular in America. We reviewed a lot of websites that sell baseball bats and have displayed the results here. 1. Wilson Demarini Phenix Fastpitch Bat - CRC composite handle provides one of the highest performance lightweight fastpitch bats approved for all collegiate, high school and major softball association play, made for female athletes, -10 oz. weight ratio. 31", 32", 33", 34" lengths - $280.00. 2. Wilson Demarini Juggernaut Softball Bat ASA - one of the most powerful slowpitch bats on the market with stacked barrel technology, positack 2 grip for enhanced comfort and friction - $299.99. 3. Easton ConneXion BT255 Senior League Bat - Opti-Flex composite handle technology provides maximum handle flex - quick bat for that fast swing, Ultra-thin 29/32" handle with Pro-Tack cushioned grip, -8.5 oz. weight ratio. 27", 28", 29", 30", 31", 32" lengths - $159.99. 4. Easton Cyclone - LK33T Bat - great all around bat, thin 31/32'' handle with cushioned grip and comes in size size 28'' thru. 32'' - $50.15. 5. Easton Hammer - BK2 Baseball Bat - BESR certified and 2 5/8'' barrel, 3 length to weight ratio and meets High school & college bat standards, Thin 31/32'' handle, cushioned grip, need to specify size 30'' thru 34'' - $72.25. 6. Easton Z-Core Titanium Adult Bat - patented inner core combines lightweight graphite with the strength of woven Titanium, BESR Certified 2 5/8" diameter barrel and -3 length-to-weight ratio meets college - high school bat standards, anodized finish and tapered handle with cushioned, tacky leather grip for better feel - $149.97. Check out eastbay.com for a great selection of bats including some of the ones we have listed above.Youth Baseball Bats & Cheap Baseball Bats:Do you have a child who plays Little League baseball? Maybe you want to buy a cheap bat? We found many good youth bats for sale online and have reviewed a few of them here. 1. 2007 DeMarini DIABLO -12 Youth Baseball Bat - lightweight bat for greater speed that will help any kids batting average, 2 1/4" barrel, is approved by Little League and all youth organizations worldwide - $59.99. 2. 2007 Easton Rampage 11 oz. Youth Little League Baseball Bat - awesome bat with monster barrel design - longer barrel for larger sweet spot and more contact, thin 29/32" handle with cushioned grip and 4 color graphic - $49.99. 3. Macgregor X9 Youth Polished Aluminium Bat - help your kids swing with this affordable bat, 2-1/4'' diameter barrel and closed end with thin handle and leather grip power end cap - $29.99. 4. Rawlings YBVCTY Velocity Youth Baseball Bat - available in length 30 or 31 and has a nice red/orange color to it, this is a good bad that has gotten some good reviews, comes with a buzz off vibration reduction grip that provides comfort even on mishits - $49.99. 5. 2007 Worth BLADE 12 Youth Baseball Bat - silencer grip for sting vibration reduction and barrel diameter is 2 1/4", new pro fade finish and bat is approved for all Youth League play - $34.95. A great website to find baseball bats for kids (and cheap bats) is allaroundsportsllc.com.
Wood Bats / Rawlings Wooden Bats:Wooden bats are what the players in the major leagues use, so that should be your goal as a hitter - to be a good hitter with a wooden bat. Some kids in the youth leagues try to hit with a wooden bat, but it's very hard to use a wood bat and that's why even most college players use aluminum style bats. Once you get to the major league every ball player knows that you have to hit with a wooden bat so it's good to start practicing early on in your hitting career. Read our reviews below to give you a better idea about what kind of bat might be right for you. 1. Rawlings Wood Baseball Bat Black - perfect bat to collect autographs and to practice your rookie swing, this is certainly not a Louisville Slugger but it's only $30.00. 2. Rawlings BigStick Manny Ramirez Signed Bat - limited edition of 124 piece set, a perfect signature completes the beauty of this bat - $318.00. 3. Louisville Slugger TPS Catalyst Softball Bat - features multiple layers of aerospace grade graphite and S-glass fibers, Lisa Fernandez and Jessica Mendoza of the Olympic Softball Team use this bat comes in size 30-34 - $219.00. 4. Xbat Maple Wood Baseball Bat - over 200 Major League players use Xbats, made from select hard maple or sugar maple, handle is 15/16 inch with a conventional knob and a 2 5/8 inch barrel and is an end loaded bat -$119.00. 5. Rawlings Rush Comp Baseball Bat - super stiff Tournament Flex handle, -3 length to weight ratio and 100% composite frame, premium synthetic leather grip, 2 5/8 Inch Barrel - $349.00. 6. Sam Bat Maple Wood Bat: 73 Barry Bonds Model Black - made from the top 5% of hard maple prime grade, 15/16 Inch Handle and 2 1/2 Inch Barrel, pro cupped end with large flared knob - $129.99. 7. Miken Freak Adult Baseball Bat - # -3 Ounce Drop, 2 5/8 Barrel Approved for NCAA and High School Play while being BESR Certified, brand new and in the wrapper for just $89.99. You can find these bats for sale on the web at justbats.com.
Baseball Bat Display Case, Gloves, Bag, Rack, Holder, etc.:Do you own a signed or autographed piece of baseball memorabilia? Maybe you have an expensive baseball bat or glove? Buying a display case for a valuable baseball bat can be a good idea, and well worth the investment in the long run. Memorylanesports.com sells a wide of variety of display cases that you can buy for between $70 and $250. Their most popular case sells for $149.99 and is desk ready or wall mountable, measures 41 1/2"W x 8 1/4"H x 5"D and comes in wood or black frame with a mirrored back case. If you are in need of a baseball bat rack, bag, or holder then I recommend you try nextag.com where you can compare prices on multiple items at once. Equipment to protect your bat is not cheap and you can expect to pay about $25.00 for a decent rack, while a decent bat bag or holder will cost about $30.00. If you own 2 more bats (plus helmets and gloves) then we highly recommend you buy a carrying bag because it will save you many headaches down the road. Every baseball player knows how good it feels to hit a home run, but remember first you need to get your bat to the baseball park.
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