Do Composite Bats Go Dead?

Yes. Just like any bat, composite bats do lose their pop or power over time after enough use. Remember though that a composite bat has to be fully broken in before you start assessing if the quality of the bat is declining.

How long does a composite bat last?

A composite bat can last from around 1 to 3 years after its break-in period (which usually calls for 150 to 300 hits). In fact, this break-in period actually extends the lifespan of your composite bat and improves its performance.

Do composite softball bats wear out?

A composite softball bat should last approxitmently 18 months with normal wear and tear. Besides, obvious cracks and dents a bat is considered broken if it rattles when shaken, knob is pushed in or loosen, or has a significant performance decline. There are several tests to confirm if the bat is broken.

Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins

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