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Louisville Slugger WCOMPM110 Ash Composite Baseball Bat $119.99 Louisville Slugger WCOMPM110 Ash Composite Baseball Bat. As an ideal training bat, the Ash Composite bat is designed to enhance its life span. Includes a 90-day warranty. Features Northern White Ash encased in a clear composite shell 90-Day Warranty Finish: Black Barrel: Medium Turning Model: M110

Mizuno MZC243 Wood Composite Bat $84.99 Mizuno MZC243 Wood Composite Bat. Mizuno Pro Maple Bats feature grade hard North American maple. Utilizing only the best materials for the Mizuno Pro level of quality. Hand selected and turned in Japan for the highest level of craftsmanship. Unique models designed by Isokazu Kubota, Mizuno's master craftsman.

Mizuno MZC62 Wood Composite Bat $84.99 Mizuno MZC62 Wood Composite Bat. Mizuno Pro Maple Bats feature grade hard North American maple. Utilizing only the best materials for the Mizuno Pro level of quality. Hand selected and turned in Japan for the highest level of craftsmanship. Unique models designed by Isokazu Kubota, Mizuno's master craftsman.

Louisville Slugger WCOMPC271 Ash Composite Baseball Bat $119.99 Louisville Slugger WCOMPC271 Ash Composite Baseball Bat. As an ideal training bat, the Ash Composite bat is designed to enhance its life span. Includes a 90-day warranty. Features Northern White Ash encased in a clear composite shell 90-Day Warranty Finish: Wine Handle/Black Barrel Barrel: Medium Turning Model: C271

Rawlings 271MBC Bamboo and Maple Composite Wood Bat $79.99 Rawlings 271MBC Bamboo and Maple Composite Wood Bat. This NEW Composite Pro Wood bat features the popular 271 pro shape with a guaranteed -3 oz weight drop. This bat also has a pro cupped end for a great balance and a smooth matte handle for comfort and control. Adirondack Pro Wood Composite bats are made from the finest Maple, Bamboo, and Poplar wood available. Each model is designed for increased durability and improved feel compared to traditional wood bats.

DeMarini D110 Pro Maple (-3) Wood Composite Baseball Bat $129.99 DeMarini D110 Pro Maple (-3) Wood Composite Baseball Bat. The BSER Pro Maple baseball bat is designed for Advanced Wood Bat Leagues and serious baseball training.

Mattingly 2009 V-Grip Beast Composite (-12) Youth Bat $99.99 Mattingly 2009 V-Grip Beast Composite (-12) Youth Bat. Are you ready for the best hitting of your life? Try the new Mattingly V-Grip 100% Composite Beast Bat. The Beast is the first and only bat to combine the latest barrel technology with performance enhancing V-Grip Technique (TNT). The result is a dynamically engineered game bat that improves your bat speed and hit distance. Experience the amazing feel, extreme performance, and perfect balance of the V-Grip Beast bat!

Mattingly V-Grip Beast Composite (-3) Adult Bat $99.99 Mattingly V-Grip Beast Composite (-3) Adult Bat. Are you ready for the best hitting of your life? Try the new Mattingly V-Grip 100% Composite Beast Bat. The Beast is the first and only bat to combine the latest barrel technology with performance enhancing V-Grip Technique (TNT). The result is a dynamically engineered game bat that improves your bat speed and hit distance. Experience the amazing feel, extreme performance, and perfect balance of the V-Grip Beast bat!

Mattingly V-Grip Beast Composite (-10) Senior Bat $99.99 Mattingly V-Grip Beast Composite (-10) Senior Bat. Are you ready for the best hitting of your life? Try the new Mattingly V-Grip 100% Composite Beast Bat. The Beast is the first and only bat to combine the latest barrel technology with performance enhancing V-Grip Technique (TNT). The result is a dynamically engineered game bat that improves your bat speed and hit distance. Experience the amazing feel, extreme performance, and perfect balance of the V-Grip Beast bat!

Worth 2012 FPX Composite (-12) Fastpitch Softball Bat $109.99 Worth 2012 FPX Composite (-12) Fastpitch Softball Bat. 100% composite construction, optimized handle flex and balanced loading result in a consistently high performing softball bat. 100% Composite Barrel Balanced weight distribution Flex Handle FPX Silencer Grip

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DeMarini 2011 D271 Pro Maple Composite Baseball Bat $129.99 DeMarini 2011 D271 Pro Maple Composite Baseball Bat. DeMarini's wood bats feature professional performance with unmatched durability. Their patented wood bat design combines a composite handle and frame and urethane foam grip for increased durability. DeMarini uses only the finest Canadian Hard Maple in construction of the barrel. This quality maple provides premium wood bat sound and performance. * New profile wood composite bat provides wood bat performance with unmatched durability * Cupped End for lighter feel and faster bat speed * 2 5/8 Inch Barrel * Approved for play in Short Season A and Rookie Ball * 3 Month Limited

Mizuno Maple Composite MZC271 Wood Baseball Bat $84.99 Mizuno Maple Composite MZC271 Wood Baseball Bat. Mizuno's Custom Classic Series are relied on by the games best players. These bats are hand selected and crafted in Japan from top quality material. Mizuno's exclusive microwave drying process controls moisture for maximum consistency and performance. All models are cupped for balanced feel.

Rawlings 271MBV Velo Wood Composite Bat $79.99 Rawlings 271MBV Velo Wood Composite Bat. Rawlings Velo Wood Bats are best suited for players looking to maximize their swing speed while seeking a more balanced stick. Rawlings Composite Wood bats are made from eco-friendly bamboo and durable maple wood, featuring a balanced weight distribution for improved swing speed. The 271 profile is designed to be twice as durable as previous models.

Louisville Slugger 2010 Dynasty Composite SLXD (-9) Baseball Bat $149.99 Louisville Slugger 2010 Dynasty Composite SLXD (-9) Baseball Bat. Features 7C composite design 2 5/8 in. barrel, -3 oz without grip Synthetic grip, 31/32 in. tapered handle Louisville Slugger end cap Meets college and high school BESR bat standards

Combat 2012 B4YB (-10) Composite Youth Baseball Bat $199.99 Combat 2012 B4YB (-10) Composite Youth Baseball Bat. The Combat B4YB Composite youth baseball bat features a single wall construction for maximum allowable performance, blended fiber technology, an ultra soft feel, super sweetspot size and variable stiffness technology.

Combat 2012 B4YB (-12) Composite Youth Baseball Bat $199.99 Combat 2012 B4YB (-12) Composite Youth Baseball Bat. The Combat B4YB Composite youth baseball bat features a single wall construction for maximum allowable performance, blended fiber technology, an ultra soft feel, super sweetspot size and variable stiffness technology.

Louisville Slugger 2011 Xeno Composite FP11X (-10) FP Softball Bat $299.99 Louisville Slugger 2011 Xeno Composite FP11X (-10) FP Softball Bat. * iST composite design * S1 iD barrel technology * Balanced swing weight * Synthetic grip, 7/8 standard handle

Rawlings 114MPC Big Stick Composite Pro Wood Fungo Bat $44.99 Rawlings 114MPC Big Stick Composite Pro Wood Fungo Bat. The Rawlings Adirondack Pro Composite wood fungo bat features a high gloss barrel and smooth matte handle. Comprised of the finest maple and poplar, each bat is custom engineered for durability and feel with a balanced weight distribution for an improved swing. Length: 36'' Ultralight -15 oz weight drop 2 1/4'' barrel

Doctoring Composite Bats - Tell Me More

Rolling your bat is done by rolling the bat through two rollers which will increase the trampoline effect of the bat. This will improve the batted ball speed by approximately 10%. This equates to 20-40 feet. One other commonly used method that is used along with shaving is end loading. By adding weight to the end cap when it's removed you will change the balance point of the bat. This extra weight in the end allows the barrel get through the hitting zone quicker.

Bat Rolling Summary

Bat Rolling is done with a Bat Rolling Machine.  When you roll your bat you are breaking down the glue that binds the composite fibers that make up your bat. Rolling accomplishes what would normally take 300-500 hits on the bat. The advantages are you don't have to spend hours of batting practice and you eliminate the wear and tear on your bat. Bat Rolling is the preferred altering process as it does not effect your warranty and there is not way to tell the bat has been rolled.

Effect of Bat Doctoring

On average you'll see improvements anywhere from 5-15mph on the batted ball speed. This equates to 20-50 feet more distance. It doesn't stop there. The improved batted ball speeds will allow those infield hits get to the outfield quicker. When you shave your bat you are thinning the walls out and this will effect the durability of the bat greatly. It will also void the warranty of your bat and you will not be able to send it back should you have any issues with it. Rolling a bat does not effect the durability of the bat and you will maintain your warranty. For this reason I recommend rolling a bat vs. shaving. Most associations have rules regarding altering and we recommend that you contact them regarding the specifics.

Bat Doctoring Results

Generally, doctoring your bat will make it perform at a significantly higher level than it normally would. This allows you to concentrate on your swing vs. having to worry about swinging hard and maintaining the proper swing mechanics. A doctored bat will provide about 10% more batted ball speed and this equates to 20-50 feet of additional distance. In case you didn't know most higher level players have ALL of their bats doctored in some fashion. If you want to compete at a higher level you must have a doctored bat. It's like going to a gun fight with a knife.

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