What does drop mean on a bat?

• The drop is the difference between the length of the bat and the weight of the bat. For. example if a bat is 30 in. long and weighs 20 oz. then the drop is 10.

Which is better drop 10 or drop 11?

So, drop 10 would mean 10 oz, whereas drop 11 would mean 11 oz. These are weights that you lessen from the overall length of the bats to get to the real weight. The higher the drop you have, the lighter your bat will be. And so, a drop 11 bat will be much lighter than a drop 10 bat.

Is a drop 8 or drop 10 better?

Fundamentally, there are no differences between Drop 8 and Drop 10 bats other than the scale weight. Although each USSSA brand and model has its own vibe, the industry generally holds to these rules when moving from a drop 8 to a drop 10.

Is a drop 11 bat good?

All USA bats struggle in the exit speed department. But, in terms of the feel the USA ADV 360 drop 11 feels as good as a bat like the CF in USSSA. Most hitters don't notice a difference between the USA ADV and a good two-piece USSSA bat. As well, the drop 11 version of the ADV is just better than the drop 10.

What drop do you want on a bat?

Weight drops vary in Senior League baseball, but players 10 years old and under often use -10 weight drop bat. Players 11-12 years old will often use a -8 weight drop, and 13 year old players often use a -5 weight drop. These are recommendations.

How heavy is a drop 5 bat?

The greater the drop is, the lighter the bat will weigh. For example, if you have a -5 length-to-weight ratio (or, drop) and a 30 inch bat, you subtract 5 from the 30 inches and that will give you the weight in ounces (25 ounces).

What is a drop 9 bat?

Weight Distribution: The 'drop' a bat has is all about giving hitters a lighter bat while still getting proper length. It is calculated by taking: Length- Drop= Weight. For example, a 32-inch bat with a -9 'drop' would weigh in at 23 oz.

Is a drop 10 or 11 heavier?

The smaller the drop, the heavier the bat.

In each of those categories, there will be a number e.g. -10oz, -11oz, -12oz etc. Those numbers are the DROP that represent the weight difference between the length and the actual weight of the bat.

What drop should a 14 year old use?

Age 14 to 16, drop 10 • Age 16 and up, Drop 8oz to 10oz. Drop 10 is still the most popular drop, but some power hitters prefer a drop 9.

When should I move to drop 8 bat?

Weight drops vary in Senior League baseball, but players 10 years old and under often use -10 weight drop bat. Players 12 years old and under often use a -8 weight drop, and 13 year old players often use a -5 weight drop. These are recommendations.

Who should use an end-loaded bat?

End-loaded softball bats are perfect for power hitters that are looking to get some extra weight behind their swing. The added weight to the end of the bat can help stronger hitters get more power on contact and get more power on contact with the ball.

Who should use a drop 8 bat?

According to USSSA guidelines, all 13U players must swing a bat no lighter than a drop 8 bat drop, and all 14U players must swing a bat no lighter than a drop 5 bat drop. While restrictions are in place to limit which bats players can swing, there remain several options for USSSA players to choose from.

What is the advantage of an end-loaded bat?

End-loaded bats alter their weight distribution by shifting weight further down the barrel. This allows the batter to create a whip-like motion when swinging and offers a more powerful swing.

Do heavier bats hit farther?

So, using a heavier bat should result in faster hit balls, which means the hit ball will travel farther. If a player can maintain the same bat swing speed with a heavier bat, the heavier bat will produce higher batted ball velocity and an increase in distance.

What bat do most college softball players use?

The most famous fastpitch bat is the Louisville Slugger Xeno, and advertised as one of the most powerful ones is Louisville Slugger LXT.

What size bat should my daughter use for softball?

In general: Children under 60 pounds should swing a bat between 26 and 29 inches long. Children weighing more than 70 pounds should swing a bat ranging from 28 to 32 inches long.

Are drop 5 bats legal?

Recent Illegal Bat Announcements

Starting in 2021, Perfect game bans all the USSSA banned bats, see below, and the 2017 DeMarini CF drop 5, the 2016 USSSA CF8 line of bats (5, 8, 10), the 2015 CF7 in a drop 5 and the 2015 Eaton XL1 in a drop 5. All banned for Perfect Game starting 2021.

What is a good bat size for a 14 year old?

Most players in the 13-14 year old age group will do well with a 29-31 inch bat. Smaller players will want a shorter, lighter bat to maximize bat speed and bat control. A larger, stronger player will want a longer heavier bat.

What is a drop ten bat?

A drop 10 bat means a bats whose length (in inches) is 10 units higher than the bat's stated weight (in ounces). So a 31 inch drop 10 bat has a scale weight (roughly) of 21 ounces. Bats are categorized by their “drop” to help players find similar bats across brands.

What drop bat should a 12 year old use?

Weight drops vary in Senior League baseball, but players 10 years old and under often use -10 weight drop bat. Players 12 years old and under often use a -8 weight drop, and 13 year old players often use a -5 weight drop.

What weight bat should a 12 year old use?

For 12-13 year olds playing Pony, Junior, or Senior League level, we recommend a youth bat length-to-weight ratio of -5. For example, a 31” bat weighs 26 ounces. This drop weight gives the young hitter a very manageable weight transition between a youth bat and a high-school age bat.

What is a drop 13 bat?

The drop 13 means that the weight of the bat in ounces is 13 less than the length of the bat in inches. It's all about control, but the following drop 13 youth bats offer a lot more than that.

What is a drop 12 bat?

The max weight you can get in a drop 12 is a 32 inch bat. This would give it a scale weight of 20 ounces, roughly. Using the chart, you'll see that this type of bat is good for a 12 year old that weighs less than 80 pounds; a 10 year old under 50 inches tall; virtually any size player under the age of 9.

What is a drop 3 bat?

For anyone who is wondering, a drop 3 baseball bat is one that has a length to weight ratio of -3. This means that the difference between the length of the bat in inches and its weight is about 3. These bats are most often found at the high school/college level of play.

How heavy is a drop 8 bat?

So, for example, a 30-inch bat in a drop 8 would weigh 22 ounces.