We’ve taken the hassle out of picking the best little league bat by doing the heavy lifting on your behalf. The section below provides in-depth reviews of the best youth baseball bats of 2022 with some fantastic picks. For U-trip, our favorite USSSA bat of 2023 is the 2023 Marucci CAT X. Players will enjoy […]
2023 is turning out to be great year for bats, with companies like Louisville, Marucci, Demarini, Victus and Bonesaber coming out with some of the best BBCOR bats we’ve seen right out the gate. Can’t wait to see how the rest of the year plays out! While there are some amazing bats lined up, the […]
A while after we’ve used our bats, we’ll ignore the marks on it that build up over time with this heavy use. While we think bat marks give your bat personality, sometimes you want to restore your bat’s original shine and remove any scuff marks. Over the years, we’ve seen several ways touted as good […]
Knowing the right size of batting glove beforehand will give you a quicker, stress free shopping experience. Below are steps to quickly determine the right size of batting glove for you. Step 1 Open your dominant hand out flat, palm side up. Make sure your fingers are straight and firmly together. Step 2 For the actual measurement, […]
At The Bat Nerds, we have owned and hit with more than 100 baseball bats. With our vast experience we thought we would let you in on a few things to consider as you comb through your 2018 list of fastpitch , baseball and softball bats. Our bat buying guide is here to give you […]
A wood bat is one of the best investments you can make as a player – and for good reason. Wood bats teach vital fundamentals such as better pitch selection, improved technique, precision, and strength. Despite metal bats being all the rage right now, their benefits may very well be their drawback – their innovation […]
Batting gloves provide better grip, provide protection from bat vibration, blisters and help to keep the hands warm. Most batting gloves on sale today are made from a combination of leather palm and synthetic materials. Over time, dirt and sweat accumulate on your batting gloves with use and you will eventually need to clean them […]
Picture this: It’s a hot, sweaty summer day and you’ve lined up on the plate, ready to send the ball over the fence and into the stands with a massive drive. But as soon as you swing, the bat slips out your hand and goes flying. Enter bat grip tape. Over time, we have seen […]
We’ve seen lots of questions about whether it’s okay to play in cold weather. Whether you play baseball or softball, we will shed some light on these frequently asked questions: Should I Use My Baseball Bat Or Softball Bat When It’s Cold? Well, it depends. For most non-wood baseball bats, cold weather is problematic, especially […]
Sunflower seeds and baseball are a match made in heaven. They are as American as apple pie and are perfect for baseball, camping, boating or when you’re simply looking to kill time. We’ve had the pleasure of trying out almost each and every sunflower seed brand or flavor out today – From bigs sunflower seeds […]