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Facts About Wood Baseball Bats
Wood baseball bats have been in the game for years. There are a lot of questions, and myths, about wood baseball bats. This unique wood baseball bat manufacturer talks about some of those questions and myths that you may have heard before.
Why do Wood Bats Break?
There are many reasons why a wood baseball bat can break. If contact is made too close to the end of the bat, too close to the handle, or on the wrong side a wooden bat will break.
Weather conditions will also affect a wood bat greatly. Throughout the year you will notice that more bats break in major league baseball at the beginning, and at the end of the year. Many will say that this is because the players don’t have their timing down at the beginning of the year, and are fatigued near the end of the season. While this may be true to a certain degree, your wood bat is more likely to break when the temperature gets lower.
Another factor that can cause wood bats to break is the way that they are stored when not in use. For example, some amateurs will come home from a game tired and simply leave their equipment in the trunk of their car. As you know, the temperature is going to become extremely hot. This extreme heat will dry out a wood bat causing it to weaken.
Myths About Wood Bats
The biggest myth about a wood bat is in regards to the grain. Many have said that the further apart the grains are, the better. This isn’t true. Density is what is needed in wood bats. The model and weight of the bat are what determine density, not the grain.
Another myth about wood baseball bats is that they are much more dangerous than aluminum bats because they can break. This one isn't true either. It is a known fact that more players are injured each year due the velocity of a ball off of an aluminum bat, than injuries due to a broken wood bat.
Wood bats are a great tool for every professional and amateur player. The key is to make sure that you're buying a high quality wood baseball bat, and that you take care of them the way that you should. This will ensure that you keep your bat for a long time.
How to Care for Your Wooden Baseball Bat
1. Wipe your wood baseball bat with alcohol – Alcohol will get rid of any dirt or other build up that makes its way onto your bat during game-play. A clean bat ensures a great grip for hitting. 2. Keep the bat in a cool, dry place – Keep your wooden bat away from damp areas, [...]
Tips for Hitting with a Wood Baseball Bat
Did you know that where the manufacturer puts the label on a wooden baseball bat marks the strongest and weakest points, and where you should hit the ball off the bat? The placement of the logo, or trademark, as well as the side directly opposite of the logo is the weakest points on your bat. You [...]
Maple Bats vs. Ash Bats
Choosing between a maple bat and an ash wood baseball bat is entirely up to you. However the differences should be considered. Let’s start by stating that by nature maple is heavier and denser. This added weight can cause a significant issue when attempting to produce larger barreled models. Therefore there are not as many [...]
Hitting for the Cycle
What is hitting for the cycle? It's among the rarest and most memorable feats in baseball. The term “hitting for the cycle” refers to a player achieving a single, double, triple and home run in one game. A “natural cycle” means that the player accomplishes these plays in that exact order – first a single, [...]
Batters Up! Youth Baseball Sponsorships Helping Kids Play Ball
Carolina Clubs is teaming up with local businesses to help support youth travel ball players by providing USSSA-approved MyWay™ aluminum bats and monies for equipment or expenses Carolina Clubs Inc., a leading provider of custom baseball bats, is working with local businesses to help sponsor and support children 8- to 13-years-old participating in USSSA youth travel [...]