My daughters birthday was just coming up and I was hoping to get a bat, only to find out the terrible news. I only purchased 1 bat from core, but I was already passing his name around our local fastpitch community. His expertise was a big benefit to this forum.
The plastic masks are generally lighter, but my girls did not like any they tried because the bars are thicker and they said they interfere with their vision.
I think Ripit are the lightest metal ones unless you get the expensive titanium Schutt.
I don't think there are established testing...
Usssa has OH velocity in results from their "Elite Select" tryouts
Go to USSSA website:
Special Programs
USA Elite Select Tryout
Change Season to 2015
Click on the "results" hot link for any of the listed tryouts to see stats.
OH Velo is the overhand throwing velocity
USSSA - United States...
My DD just had the same problem. The Mizuno GSX92 was no longer adequate for hand protection. We got a Vinci from Chaz, I think it was a JCV34. Much more padding than the Mizuno. 60 MPH pitches are no longer a problem.
The glove seems well constructed. It has a little shallower pocket than...
We returned an Easton bag after the first tournament because it was showing wear. Don't remember exact style.
The replacement mizuno was a little too small. It was much more durable than the Easton, but the zippers broke in less than a year.
We got the Boombah beast and it still is in...