Frequently Asked Questions

We offer our bats in 3 different wood types

• Maple is the hardest, stiffest wood so it hits further and is most resistant to breakage but has very little flex
• Birch is a bit less dense than maple and has some flex, it's performance is between maple and ash
• Ash is the least dense and most flexible- the grain on ash bats flakes after heavy use and it performs about 15-20% less than maple and is more prone to breakage. Players like ash because they grew up with it (prior to 1998, it was the only wood used to make bats after WWII)

Below is a chart that will give you helpful information regarding a ballpark average for your child. Please remember that the chart only gives averages and does not take into account a players personal preferences. Some players may like a longer bat while others prefer a short bat, and some may like a heavier bat or some may prefer a lighter bat. But what this chart does give you is a starting position to begin your search for a new bat.

Height (in inches)   (Pounds) 36-40" 41-44" 45-48" 49-52" 53-56" 57-60" 61-64" 65-68" 69-72" 73"+ Under 60 26" 27" 28" 29" 29" 61-70 27" 27" 28" 29" 30" 30" 71-80 28" 28" 29" 30" 30" 31" 81-90 28" 29" 29" 30" 30" 31" 32" 91-100 28" 29" 30" 30" 31" 31" 32" 101-110 29" 29" 30" 30" 31" 31" 32" 111-120 29" 29" 30" 30" 31" 31" 32" 121-130 29" 30" 30" 30" 31" 32" 32" 32" 131-140 29" 30" 30" 31" 31" 32" 32" 33" 141-150 30" 30" 31" 31" 32" 33" 33" 151-160 30" 31" 31" 32" 32" 33" 33" 33" 161-170 30" 31" 31" 32" 32" 33" 33" 34" 171-180 30" 31" 31" 32" 33" 33" 34" 34" 180+ 31" 31" 32" 32" 33" 33" 34" 34"

The heavier the bat you can swing, the better it will perform and the longer it will last. We don't recommend ordering wood bats lighter than -2 and many of our maple models cannot be made lighter than -2. You will get a better performing bat if you order it 1/2" shorter and an ounce heavier than you are used to swinging. The closer the weight is to your hands, the lighter the bat will feel. A 33.5" 32 ounce bat will swing significantly lighter than a 34" 32 oz bat even though they weigh the same.

We offer a 101 days warranty at the time of purchase for $30.

Normal production is 3 weeks, RUSH Production has a $30. charge per bat and will typically be produced in 5 business days after the day you place your order. Shipping times are added to those production times to get your bat in your hands

We only offer discounts for 6 or more bats. Regular customers who join Club-X get discounts as thy purchase over time. https://www.xbats.com/club-x/ 

No, they are adult sized

They will fit any bat from 24" to 36"

The X Bat Sleeve will protect the finish of your bat in your bag and in the dugout. The sleeve stretches over the barrel end of the bat and has an elasticized closure as you pull it over the knob. Beautifully embroidered with the X Bats logo.

They will go over any knob except the Model 73

We offer the Pro Hitter in both adult and youth sizes

Custom bats cannot be returned. Pro Sock bats can be exchanged for another pro stock or custom bat but there is a $20. re-stocking fee

Weight:

As a general rule, bigger, stronger players usually prefer a heavier bat for maximum power. Smaller players usually benefit from a lighter bat that allows greater bat speed. To determine the weight that's right for you, swing a variety of bats and see how much weight you're comfortable with.

Length:

Length and weight combine for peak performance. A longer bat gives you greater reach, allowing you to hit balls on the other side of the plate. But remember that a longer bat may be heavier, and the extra weight could slow you down. Like checking the weight, you need to swing bats of different lengths to decide what length best suits you.

League Requirements:

All Adult Baseball Bats are required to meet the BBCOR Certification, which makes the bat approved for high school and college level play. Senior League (Youth Big Barrel) Bats can best be described as: This bat is designed for players between 13 and 15 years of age as well as younger players whose leagues allow bat diameters larger than 2 1/4 inch. While Youth Baseball Bats can be described as: This bat is approved by ALL youth leagues that allow 2 1/4 inch barrel diameters. To avoid costly surprises, make sure you know all league requirements before you go bat shopping.

Feel:

This may be the most important factor. Make sure the bat feels right to you, like an extension of your arm and hand. After all, you're going to be spending quite a bit of time together.

You want to be comfortable and confident with your bat before you swing it in a win-or-lose situation, so take it to the practice field or batting cage and get in a few hits. Take a look at our Baseball and Softball Bat Care section to get tips on how to make your bat last as long as possible. Confidence can only come from one thing: batting practice. Whatever bat you choose, put in plenty of practice time, so you'll be ready when the pressure's on at the plate.