Bat Resource Guide

This Bat Resource Guide will help you through the process of finding, selecting, and caring for your bat. We also offer a link to our most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's). This portion of our website allows you to research about bats and find out about almost anything related to bat selection.

The Bat Care section gives you tips on what to do to make your bat last longer. For example, not leaving your bat in the rain or in extremely hot or cold areas may preserve the life of a bat. This section will give you useful information about making sure you get the most for your money.

Please feel free to contact us at our email: customerservice@xbats.com or our order/information line of: (702) 419-0404.

Do not call this line for any customer service issue.

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Baseball and Softball Bat Care

The Baseball and Softball Bat Care section is to offer tips and guidelines for proper care towards your X Bat.

Manufacturers Warranty

There are no warranties on any wood bats anywhere. We do offer a 101 Warranty at a nominal cost at the time of purchase.

From time to time a bat has an inherent flaw in the wood and in these cases, it will break in the first half dozen swings. Even though there are no guarantees on wood bats by anyone anywhere, we believe we make the best bats in baseball and they should last a reasonable time for the money you pay. In these cases, we replace these bats for our customers ON THE CONDITION it has not been hit off the end, not been hit on the label or opposite side and not been hit more than a few swings (more than 10 is TOO many). We are the only wood bat company that will do this. We do require a RA Number so contacting us by e-mail before sending the bat back is a must.

The following is a list of Bat Care Tips that will help you keep your bat in the best condition possible for the longest time possible.

  • Limit the bat to individual use
  • Do not use in temperatures below 60°F (16°C)
  • Do not store the bat in extremely hot or cold temperature areas (like the trunk of your car)
  • Do not clean metal cleats with the bat
  • Use regulation, leather covered, baseball and softballs. NOT rubber cage balls
  • Do not hit waterlogged balls
  • Routinely check your bat for any damage
  • Always hit the ball on the side 90 degrees from the label

Which wood should I order1?

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)1

How do I determine the right length bat for me?

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"

How do I determine the right weight bat for me?

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.

Do you offer a warranty?

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Few decisions impact your game as much as choosing the perfect bat. You want a bat that's the right size, right weight and right length for you – and within your budget. Improvements in technology have given today's ball players more options than ever, so you're sure to find a bat that feels like it was custom made for you. You just have to do your homework to find it.

Which wood should I order1?

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)1

How do I determine the right length bat for me?

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"

How do I determine the right weight bat for me?

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.

Do you offer a warranty?

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