What is PENTA5ON?
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This is Par-nii from Amazing Baseball Partners!
We would like to introduce you to PENTA5ON, which was released on March 31st as the final product produced by Minoruman.
This product is a training bat that features a special grip shape called a puck knob. By using this bat, you can learn hitting techniques such as "inside out", "improving swing speed", and "improving contact power".
It can be used for daily practice. It is a bat that can be used for actual pitches and for hitting with a machine.
table of contents
- The first training bat with a puck knob
- He became famous in the MLB!
- Recommended for those who want to improve their bat control
- What are the benefits of using it in practice?
- What is "PENTA5ON"?
Pack Knob The first training bat equipped with
When introducing PENTA5ON, there is one thing that cannot be left out.
That would explain the pack knob.
The large, bulging grip shape shown in the image below is called a "pack knob."
By bringing the center of gravity of the bat closer to your hand, you can increase the controllability of the bat.
It is called the "puck knob" because its shape resembles a hockey puck , and it is said that this grip originated in America.
Current major leaguers such as Arenado and Goldschmidt , who played for the US national team in the WBC, and Lars Nootbaa, a member of the Japanese national team, have used this "Puck Knob" bat in games, which made it instantly famous.
In the past, there have been Japanese professional baseball players who have played with bats with large grip ends called "kokeshi bats," but the difference between this and a kokeshi bat is the size of the end.
He became famous in the MLB!
Pack knob grip bats have attracted attention because they are used by active major leaguers such as Arenado and Goldschmidt, and are now popular among many overseas players, both professional and amateur.
It became famous when a Japanese major leaguer used it for practice.
Currently active players in the major leagues, such as Masanao Yoshida and Seiya Suzuki , are known for using bats with pack knob grips.
What's interesting to note is that they are using bats with this grip for practice , not for games.
Although he has not spoken about why he uses it, it is likely that he uses it to adjust his sense of touch and improve or check the control of his hands before a match.
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Recommended for those who want to improve their bat control
Bats with puck knobs that make it easy to feel the "hand control" are especially recommended for players who want to improve their bat control.
The larger grip end moves the center of gravity closer to the hand, making the grip easier to control, allowing you to practice controlling the bat with your hands.
This allows you to practice using your hands to control and catch the actual pitch,
It is said that taking advantage of this characteristic will help you adjust your senses before a match, improving your adjustment ability, which is important in batting.
Even if you are told "Don't hit with your hands," you will still end up using your hands in the end.
This bat is highly recommended for those who want to sharpen their senses before a game, as it will improve your hand control and sensitivity before the game.
What are the benefits of using it in practice?
In the previous chapter, I explained that this bat is useful for pre-game adjustments.
We highly recommend that elementary and junior high school students use it on a regular basis.
This is because the control of your hands and the ``feel'' of the bat become less sensitive as you get older.
It has been reported that Orix Buffaloes' Mori Tomoya, who boasts genius contact skills, was able to develop such a keen sense of hitting the ball because he started shooting feathers from a young age, and the senses you acquire at a young age will serve you well throughout your life.
Therefore, since it is very important to practice catching the ball with a bat at a young age, we recommend that you not only practice swinging the bat but also hit as many balls as possible while you are young.
The effect will be doubled if you use a training bat with a puck knob shape that allows you to focus on your hands.
Baseball gear for hitting balls coming from the front
There's another reason why we recommend this Pac Knob bat for practice: you can hit balls that come from the front.
In recent years, various striking theories have been proposed and are attracting attention.
To match this, a lot of baseball gear has been developed to help players improve their baseball skills.
Skill-improving baseball gear is very useful because it allows you to improve your skills efficiently.
If you use striking items, you can focus on dividing your practice into areas according to the skills you want to acquire.
However, most of the baseball gear is not designed for hitting balls coming from the front.
It was said that the only drawback of baseball gear was that it could only be used for practicing swings and hitting off a tee.
On the other hand, puck-knob shaped training bats are designed to hit balls coming from the front , so you can actually hit balls thrown by a pitcher or balls thrown by a batting machine.
Of course, it's also great for practical batting practice.
You will be able to train in situations that are similar to being at bat in a game, which will help you become a strong batter in real games.
What is "PENTA5ON"?
PENTA5ON is a bat developed for training purposes by baseball coach Minoruman, who was one of the first to recognize the characteristics of the "pack knob grip."
It uses a "pack knob grip " that increases grip maneuverability with the center of gravity at the grip. This bat is top balanced and the head is weighted, so its greatest feature is that you can use the head while feeling the grip maneuverability.
There are two skills that can be improved by swinging this bat.
-Improved swing speed
・Improved hitting ability
These are the two points.
For a more detailed explanation, please check out the video on YouTube!
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucijYBWXs8E
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Distinctive design
When talking about the PENTA5ON, one thing that cannot be left out is its design.
The grip end and head are highlighted with gradient colors, allowing you to visually identify the two centers of gravity.
Currently, it is available in three color variations: black , white , and the new G Black , of which the new G Black is said to be extremely popular and in short supply.
Junior sizes are also available, making it suitable for a wide range of users from adults to children.
As stated on the official website, junior sizes are recommended for elementary school students through first year junior high school students, and regular sizes are recommended for second year junior high school students and adults.
The bat is made of bamboo, which makes it highly durable and allows you to experience the flexibility that is unique to wooden bats, making it a highly recommended bat for players who are looking to improve their hitting power by switching to a memory foam bat.
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