Typically, softball bats are made of metal, hardwood, or any other material approved by the American Softball Association. Typically, a softball bat weighs around 38 oz. (1 kg), with a diameter of 2.25 inches (6 cm) and less than 34 inches (86 cm) in height. Generally, all softball bat manufacturers are required to certify their bats with “1.20BTF” and standard BESR (Ball Exit Velocity Ratio).
DeMarini is among the top softball manufacturers and has its own variety of fast and slow pitch softball bats. Fastpitch bat models include EVO and F2. The EVO has a flexible fit with an evolution composite barrel and end cap to tame vibrations. The F2 has a flexible fit with a double-walled DX-1 alloy barrel. Slow-paced bat models also include EVO and F2. The EVO specs are flex-tuned and half-and-half technology; The specs for the F2 model are flex-tuned, double-walled DX-1 alloy barrel, and half-and-half technology. All bats have been approved by ASA, USSSA, ISA and ISF.
Miken offers a variety of fast and slow pitch softball bats. Slow-paced bat models include Maniac 484 and Maniac 585. Maniac 484 features include E-Flex and Titan Elemental Technologies, 13.5 “” barrel, and ASA 2004 and USSSA 1.20 certifications. The Maniac 585 specs are E-Flex and Titan Elemental Technologies and USSSA 1.20 certification over 100 mph. Fast pitch bat models include Maniac 484 and Oklahoma City. The Maniac 484 has a length-to-weight ratio of 10 and is ASA 2004 (98 mph) and USSSA 1.20 certified. The Oklahoma City model specifications are E-Flex technology and ASA 2004 (98 mph) and USSSA 1.20 certification.
Softball bats from two manufacturers have been reviewed here. However, bats produced by other manufacturers are also available. Everyone has their own tastes, so it is best to try as many different bats as possible and choose the one that best suits you.
