![]() This has the most balanced feel of any 100% composite BBCOR this year. It looks and feels just like the MAKO Beast from 2017. The Ghost X is new to the Easton lineup this year. If you want something that looks a little different, give this bat a try. Super balanced, forgiving and has a ton of pop. Time will tell how durable it is, but so far I love this bat in the 2018 BBCOR lineup.Īside from the cool wood like paint job, this bat looks, feels and performs just like the CAT7. As a 1-piece alloy, this bat is stiff enough for any power hitter. It doesn't have a hige barrel, so may not be as forgiving as others, but when you catch it on the sweet spot the ball rockets off the barrel. Ball exit speed results were right up there with any other BBCOR bat we tested. It is very balanced and I was able to generate a ton of bat speed. As a low cost option, I was VERY impressed with the performance of this bat. The Marucci F5 is brand new for this year. Can't go wrong with this one, it definitely ranks in the top 3-4 BBCOR bats. I recommend this bat for any and all players, big and small. The huge barrel makes this thing really forgiving too. It feels great in your hands, has great pop and sound. The Cat7 isn't new for 2018, but we reviewed it anyways since it's still in production from Marucci. One of the most popular one-piece alloy bats on the market, for good reason too. While this is not the most balanced BBCOR, it does have a huge forgiving barrel. I did notice a fair amount of flex at ball contact, which is not really desirable for power most hitters. Aside from the flex, this bat feels great when you square it up. A 2-piece 100% composite bat designed for the power hitter. This bat is an end-loaded version of the CF ZEN. ![]() I like the look of the new 3-Fusion connection piece and end cap.Ģ018 DeMarini CF Insane End Load - WTDXCIC-18 This bat seems to be most popular among younger players. I noticed a fair amount of flex on contact, but not as much as last years model. It feels good in your hands, but I didn't get much feedback on contact. If you're in love with the design, be sure to try the balanced version too just to be sure this is the best choice.Ģ018 DeMarini CF ZEN Balanced - WTDXCBC-18 This bat is probably best suited for college-level players who have developed a lot of strength. It just powers right through the ball. One thing I can say about this bat, make sure it's not too heavy for you. ![]() If you're strong enough to swing this bat you'll love it. It has slight flex upon contact and feels amazing when you square it up. This bat is for bigger players and power hitters. This is one of the most end-loaded, heaviest swinging BBCOR bat on the market. Overall I like this bat a lot and I think it's the most balanced BBCOR 2-piece hybrid bat on the market.Ģ018 DeMarini Voodoo Insane End Load - WTDXVIC-18 I also noticed a small amount of flex in the handle upon making good contact. It has the classic 2-piece hybrid feel with a nice buttery feel on contact. The Voodoo Balanced has a much smaller barrel, which is probably what makes it a more balanced bat. When you put it next to the Voodoo Insane, the difference is obvious. ![]() This is a balanced version of popular DeMarini Voodoo. For the player who likes a balanced alloy bat, the Voodoo One is hard to beat.Ģ018 DeMarini Voodoo Balanced - WTDXVBC-18 Aside from the paint job, the only difference I can tell from last year is that the grip is noticeably thicker. This bat has a great shape and feels great in your hands. It doesn't have the biggest barrel length, but when you catch it on the sweet spot this bat has a ton of pop. It is very balanced which allows for a ton of bat speed and makes this bat a great choice for any size player. The 2018 Voodoo One is one of our favorite BBCOR bats. The 2018 Quatro is my #1 choice for a composite bat this year. For the power hitter, this bat is probably the best 100% composite choice if you can handle a little bit of an end-load. Upon contact, this bat has little to no flex and a nice crisp feel with a good amount of feedback for a multi-piece bat. They improved the connection piece this year which is supposed to make it stronger and less likely to break. It has a huge barrel and is probably the hottest composite BBCOR out of the wrapper. The 2018 Quatro feels slightly less end-loaded than last years model, which is an improvement in my opinion. Ball Exit Speed Test Results Go To Bat Reviews: ![]()
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