Fastpitch softball bats are always a key item for those who want to hit the ball hard. The best hitters know it is all about mechanics, building the proper swing and using it correctly depending on the pitcher and the game situation. However, when a hitter's mechanics are sound, she can benefit by using a bat that can take advantage of her strengths. Here are the manufacturers with the four most used bats in the game, according to Amazon.com.
Louisville Slugger Xeno
Louisville Slugger is one of the most well-known names in softball and baseball bats. Its Xeno fastpitch softball bat is the most widely sold bat, according to Amazon.com. This bat has a height-to-weight ratio of minus-8, meaning it is 8 inches longer than its weight in ounces. That means a 30-inch bat will weigh 22 oz. The bat gets the maximum allowable flex on impact and the manufacturer says it uses inner socket technology to join the barrel to the handle.
Miken Freak FX 700
The Miken Freak has a height-to-weight ratio of minus-10. It is a composite bat that the manufacturer claims has 38.9 percent more tensile strength than the standard for the industry. This allows the batter to get more distance and power on well-struck hits. The bat manufacturer claims that it has a 20 percent larger sweet spot and that the bat gets the maximum trampoline effect upon contact.
DeMarini CF5 Hope
The DeMarini CF5 Hope has a minus-10 length-to-weight ratio. It has a composite barrel and is strong and stable. The construction of the handle is designed to efficiently transfer energy to the barrel, according to the manufacturer. It has a dual density cap to keep the barrel stiff while dampening the vibrations that you feel in your hands.
Worth FPX Composite
This bat might be best suited for the player who wants maximum bat speed because it has a minus-12 length-to-weight ratio, making it easier for a smaller player to swing. It is also effective for a bigger player who wants maximum distance. The FPX has balanced weight distribution along with handle stiffness and barrel flexibility to reduce vibrations, according to the manufacturer.
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