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[Complete version] How to choose the bat that suits you

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・It is not an exaggeration to say that everything depends on the choice of bat!

the other day,
"Bat selection is really important! Whether you can hit the ball in a game or not,
Or a home run becomes an out.
Said the baseball legend.
He was a former professional baseball player and was a very successful player during his active career.
Now he is also teaching children!
It's true that choosing a bat is very difficult.
Beginners, especially, often don't know what suits them best.
So, today I would like to explain how to choose the right bat for you .

・The criteria for selection are "length", "weight", "material" and "balance".

The criteria for choosing a bat can be broadly divided into four categories.
The first is length .
The length from the grip to the tip of the head.
The second is "weight" .
The total weight of the bat.
The third is "material" .
Among wood, metal, and Beyond, there are "hard materials" and "soft materials."
The fourth is "balance."
Have you ever felt like your pen is "tip-heavy" or "surprisingly light"? This has to do with balance.
We will choose a bat based on these four combinations, so
We will explain how to choose each one.

・Length
Regarding the "length" of the bat, the conclusion is that it depends on the "hitting style",
Here's a guideline!
Elementary school students: 64-81cm
Junior high school students: 81-83cm
High school students: 82-85cm
College students and working adults: 82-86cm
There is a wide range of elementary school students,
Generally speaking, taller and heavier players tend to use longer bats.
However, if you understand the structure of the bat,
The longer the club, the more centrifugal force there is, so the ball will fly further when you make impact .
I personally prefer the longer one,
We recommend that you choose the longest bat that you can swing!
Also, if it is long, you can hold it shorter ,
If you buy a short bat, you can't make it long !
First, buy a longer bat!

・About weight
As for the weight, it can be swung easily.
I would say you should choose the "weight limit"!
why??
Let's think about it!
If a person who weighs 100kg and is 180cm tall and a person who weighs 50kg and is 180cm tall both run into you at the same speed, who do you think will experience a greater impact?
Yes, a person weighing 100kg!
This is the same with the bat.
If you have the same swing speed, a heavier bat will hit the ball further!
I think it's best to choose the heaviest bat that you can swing with confidence !
However, it is not good for your swing speed to drop,
It's important to strike a balance there.

・About materials
Regarding materials, they are broadly classified into two types: hard and soft .
This applies to all metal, wood, and carbon products.
So, what is the actual difference?
Hard materials bounce back without absorbing the impact.
It tends to produce "fast, sharp hits."
The soft material absorbs some of the weight and bounces off,
"Slow hits" tend to fly farther.
It depends on how you swing it, so this is just a guide!
"What kind of shot do you want to make?"
It's a good idea to think about what kind of batter you want to be!

・About balance
Finally, it's all about balance!
This is the most difficult point.
Balance is divided into three categories.
Top Balance
The center of gravity is at the tip of the bat, so it tends to feel quite heavy.
Middle Balance
The center of gravity is in the center of the bat, making it a standard bat.
Counterbalance
The center of gravity is at the base of the bat, making it light and easy to swing.
This depends on the type of batter.
I think it's best to analyze your swing style and choose accordingly!
If you can naturally use the weight of the head, the ball will fly quite far even with middle balance instead of top balance!
Also, players who are unable to use the weight of the head may be suited to a top-balanced bat, which naturally results in that type of swing.
However, the same "top balance" can be completely different depending on the manufacturer, so we recommend that you try it out for yourself!

What does Minorman recommend?

We also asked Minoruman, CEO and executive player of Amazing, for his recommendations!

Minoruman is 168cm tall and weighs 80kg. He is quite muscular and powerful.
The Minoruman swings using the weight of the head,
Make the most of the power of the bat!
The balance is "semi-top balance" between top and middle
It weighs 900g and is 85cm long.
Although he is a little long for his height, he has the power to make the most of the bat's characteristics!!
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Summary,,

・A long bat is recommended because it can be held short and centrifugal force can be used.
If you have the same swing speed, choose a heavier bat.
-Material and balance depend on the batter

First, try swinging different types of bats.
Try to judge for yourself whether it is "easy" or "difficult" to swing!
Try swinging a few and you'll see the trends!!
If possible, try playing it yourself, I think it will be easier to understand!
Thank you for watching until the end!!
I would be honored if this blog could be of some help to you.
Until next time,

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