10 Best Drop 5 Baseball Bats

The secret to reaching your prime is by having the right tool with you. The new Marucci 2019 should be amongst your tools for 2019. The bat comes as an upgrade of the CAT 7 bat. One standout feature is the AZ105 alloy; the strongest aluminum material among the Marucci bats.

This feature allows for the incorporation of thinner walls, hence increasing the response rate once a bat meets a ball. Additionally, this bat comes as a one-piece bat that brings that traditional feel. It has a drop weight of -5 and it is sting-free. It also comes with a comfortable knob which ergonomically built to provide comfort while also boosting control. Lastly, the grip is complemented with a micro-perforated material to provide an extra tack.

Features

• Has a large barrel which increases the sweet spot (2 ¾).
• Built with a generation 2 anti-vibration knob –AV2.
• Certified for play by the USSSA.
• The AZ105 alloy is an awesome material which ensures a quick response while also promoting durability.

Over the years, the Demarini company has made a name for itself for producing innovative bats and with that said, the DeMarini 2019 CF Zen (-5) 2 5/8″ Senior League Baseball Bat doesn’t fall short of that. Built like a big barrel, this bat literary crashes balls at the plate. It comes with a paraflex plus composite material that helps mount a reasonable amount of control while also creating an excellent swing balance.

The DeMarini 2019 CF Zen (-5) 2 5/8″ Senior League Baseball Bat also comes with an X-Lite knob which fits conveniently to any player’s hand, hence creating a sense of comfort. Additionally, the bat comes with a conneXion 3 fusion construction which increases the sweet spot. Lastly, the bat comes as a drop 5 and it has a barrel diameter of 2 5/8 inches.

Features

• This bat comes as a 2 piece composite bat.
• It is certified for play by the USSSA.
• Built to give players an impeccable balance weight.
• Its end cap is built with a 3 fusion design to provide an enormous sweet spot while also boosting the overall strength and sound.
• The handle has a great flex due to its patented feature – 3 fusion system.

Before picking a bat several things need to stand out. One is durability, material, certification and drop weight. The Rawlings VELO -5 Composite Wood Youth Baseball Bat: Y151CV comes with these entire features. To simulate the traditional bat; this Rawlings stick comes as a wooden bat.

This helps players develop their skills through practice and enduring the natural sting got once the bat beats its target. However, unlike the aged wooden bats, this bat has some crazy graphics which makes it stand out from a community of wooden bats.

Features

• Its handle comes with a 15/16 inch diameter.
• The barrel has a diameter of 2 ½ inches which enlarges the sweet spot.
• It is built to enhance a balanced swing weight.
• Has a 151 turn model which is ideal for players who fancy swinging faster.

The Marucci 2019 CAT 6 GEN 2-8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC628 is an upgrade of the CAT 6 bat. Apart from the crazy graphics, this bat is a real beat on the plate. With most youngins complaining of the enormous vibration from CAT 6, the Marucci Company took time to carry out research which resulted to a patented new technology that dampens vibration by a record 56 percent from their closest rival.  The bat comes with an AZ3000 alloy which not only boosts durability but it also enhances performance.

Features

• The bat has a diameter of 2 5/8 inches which enlarges the sweet spot.
• It is built as a one-piece bat that enhances performance.
• It has a ring-free barrel construction for an excellent performance.
• It comes with a patented knob feature that eliminates vibration.
• Certified by the USSSA.
• Built with an optimized barrel end wall thickness to increase the swing speed.

As it is the case with other DeMarini bats, the DeMarini baseball bat has crazy graphics that can’t be ignored. With an RCK knob, the bat fits perfectly well in every hand thereby allowing you to have a great grip while swinging a bat.

Features

• X14 Alloy– This is a new feature that allows the distribution of weight while creating a crazy pop sound when the bat hits a baseball.
• 3-fusion handle-coupled with other bat features, this technology helps in optimizing the bat’s weight and performance
• 3 end cap– this feature is relatively new in the DeMarini bat line and it helps in optimizing the sweet spot and the pop sound through the barrel.
• It is approved by the USSSA.
• It has a – (5) length to weight ratio.

Unlike most bats that require a baseball to hit the sweet spot so that it can give a massive hit, the Rawlings 2018 5150 USA Baseball Bat gives a massive hit no matter where a baseball hits it. Its single-piece alloy design provides a large sweet spot and a balanced swing which allows users to make massive hits.

Features

• 2 5/8 inch barrel size- this provides a huge sweet spot which makes it relatively impossible to miss a baseball.
• 5150 alloy-this is a feature that makes the bat more durable while performing at an optimum standard.
• It is recommended for the senior level of baseball.
• P0p 2.0- this is a new feature among the Rawlings line of bats that help in creating an impeccable sweet spot while at the same time providing an unmatched feel upon contact with a baseball.
• Synthetic grip- this helps in providing a comfortable feel while swinging a bat.
• It is stamped with the new stamp of approval as per the new rules of 2018.

Like its predecessors, the Easton 2018  Beast X Youth Bat is never shy of providing an impeccable pop sound. With a 1.44 millimeter hyper-skin Grip, the bat has a comfortable grip while at the same time limiting the vibrations got from massive hits.

Features

• 2 5/8 inch barrel- the diameter is enormous to provide a large sweet spot.
• ATAC-the advanced thermal alloy technology improves the barrel’s strength and power.
• Balanced swing weight which allows players to make faster speeds while swinging.
• It comes with a 12-month warranty.
• It is made of a 1 piece end-loaded alloy which gives the traditional feeling while providing a heavier swing weight.
• Z-core technology- this internal technology provides a massive sweet spot which makes it easy to make massive hits.
• Comes with the new USABAT stamp as per the 2018 regulations.

Though discontinued, the Louisville Slugger Omaha 518 Senior League Baseball Bat is designed to develop a player’s skill by providing massive hits. Built with a strong alloy-st7u1 design and a star-studded end cap; it provides a huge sweet spot that provides for massive hits.

Features

• 2 5/8 inch barrel diameter to provide for a large sweet spot.
• Has a balanced swing weight.
• Has a customized lizard skin to a premium grip.
• It certified by the USSSA.
• Made of one-piece Aluminum alloy which allows for an impressive performance.
• New 6 star end cap to improve balance.

Just like its predecessors, the Marucci Cat7 Senior League Baseball Bat, 31″/26 oz is never shy of providing an impeccable performance. Built with AZ4X the strongest and most responsive technology in the Marucci line of bats, the cat 7 senior league baseball bat allows up to 7 variables without any internal rings thereby boosting performance.

Features

• 2 5/8 inch barrel diameter to provide a large sweet spot.
• AV2 Knob- it reduces vibration while giving a comfortable grip.
• It comes with a 12-month warranty.
• Is made of a one-piece alloy design to provide that traditional feeling.
• Ring-free barrel design to reduce dead spots while providing optimum performance.
• It certified by the USSSA.

Considered the best youth bat in the market, the Easton 2018 USSSA Ghost X Senior League Baseball Bat 2 5/8 (-5) provides exceptional performance. With a new end-loaded feature, the Easton ghost x creates a comfortable feel which allows players to make sensational hits.

Features

• Comes with a 2 5/8 inch barrel diameter which provides a large sweet spot allowing players to make impressive hits.
• 1.44-millimeter hyper skin which reduces vibration while providing a comfortable grip.
• Has an impressive balanced swing weight.
• EXACT carbon composite technology- this helps in providing a large sweet spot while optimizing barrel performance.
• It comes with a 12-month warranty.
• It is recommended for players who make powerful and contact hits.
• It has an x-tended design which provides a huge sweet spot.
• Connexion+ technology- it boosts durability while providing a mark of quality.
• X-advanced architecture – coupled with EXACT technology it helps in reducing vibrations after massive hits.
• Dynamic feel technology – this feature helps in providing a comfortable feeling while using the bat and also provides an impressive performance.

With impressive bats among its line, the Rawlings company has introduced Rawlings 2018 Velo Hybrid USA Baseball Bat which has great speed and control. With a stiffer handle and a light swing weight, a massive hitter is able to increase speed while maintaining power when swinging it.

Features

• Has a 2 5/8 inch barrel diameter which provides a massive sweet spot.
• Acoustic alloy- this feature helps in providing a ping sound which resembles that of a traditional wooden bat.
• Provides a balanced swing weight.
• Comp-lite end cap- this is a feature that improves balanced swing weight and speed.
• P0p 2.0 technology- this technology enhances the barrel’s flex thereby providing a wonderful pop.
• Made of one-piece hybrid material which provides a great performance.
• Tru-view architecture- this technology explains the composition of alloy and aluminum.

With the introduction of new laws, most companies have been forced to go back to the drawing board and figure out how to meet the needed requirements while producing a competent bat. One company that has been on the forefront of epic bats is the Marucci Company; with the new Marucci 2019 CAT 8 Connect -5 USSSA Baseball Bat players are able to maintain a high performance while comfortably making home runs.

Features

• AZ105- this provides excellent strength and durability.
• Multivariable wall- this helps in providing a massive sweet spot; hence allowing massive hits.
• SDX-EXT- this helps in increasing the stiffness which reduces vibration while transferring energy to the sweet spot, thereby allowing massive hits.
• Ring-free barrel- this helps in reducing the appearance of dead spots while allowing the bat to be more flexible
• 2 ¾ inch barrel diameter which provides a huge sweet spot.
• Comes with a certification of 1.15 BPF USSSA.