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| March 3, 2008 Bob50 Men's 60 242 posts | What is best bat available that is ASA compliant for 2008 Now that ASA will no longer allow the old Miken Freak to be used in 2008 I would like to buy a new bat that will be compliant for this year. Our leagues start in eight weeks. Any suggestions? How do the new bats compare to the original Freak? Bob Schulz Travelodge |
| March 3, 2008 SCRAPPY6 55 posts | I JSUT RECEIVED MY NEW COMBAT ANTI-VIRUS COMPOSITE BATS. I HAVE A 29OZ BALANCED AND A 28OZ FL (END LOAD). BOTH WERE INCREDIBLY HOT OUT OF THE WRAPPER FOR AN ASA BAT. WANTED TO GET THEM BEFORE THE NEW ASA RULES GO INTO AFFECT JULY 1ST. I HATE TO PLAY ASA BECAUSE OF THEIR DICTATORSHIP OF BATSBUT HAVE NO CHOICE AS OF NOW. WE ARE GOING TO TRY TO TALK THE LEAGUE INTO GOING WITH USSSA OR NSA BAT STANDARDS. THE ANTI-VIRUS HAS A GOOD FEEL, THE BALL JUMPS OFF IT WELL, AND I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO WHEN THEY GET BROKEN IN. I USED WORTH MAYHEMS IN THE PAST AND SO FAR PREFER THE COMBAT ANTI-VIRUS. SCRAPPY 6 |
| March 3, 2008 Bob50 Men's 60 242 posts | I have an Anti-Virus. I was hoping there was a new bat that is possibly better. Its not bad though and I will probably use that one if nothing better is available. |
| March 3, 2008 CRUSADERVB Men's 70 275 posts | HEY BOB WHATSUP? TELL SHERI HI AS FAR AS THE ASA BATS, I HAVE A COMBAT ANTI-VIRUS IT IT FEELS VERY GOOD, A STEP BELOW THE FREAK. CLIFF JUST BOUGHT ONE TOO, HE SEEMS TO LIKE IT, GIVE HIM A CALL. |
| March 3, 2008 snowed-in_new_yorker Men's 50 15 posts | which bat would you use for ASA? any comments are appreiated on these 3 bats! THANKS Combat Anti-virus RIP-IT Senior RIP-IT Reaper |
| March 3, 2008 BruceinGa Men's 70 3233 posts | I bought an organge Mayhem about 18 months ago at a great price. It finally loosened up about 6 months ago and now it's hot. I also have a Rip-it Senior and after about 300 swings it loosened up. It's only 26 ounces but still hits good. A couple of months ago you could pick them up for a deal! I don't think there are any ASA bats that are head and shoulders than most others, imo. Of course, there are ASA dogs out there. |
| March 3, 2008 Bob50 Men's 60 242 posts | Hey Ronnie. Say hi to Danna. Cliff told me he bought an Anti-Virus. We are playing in the ASA National so for league we want to start using the best bat available in order to get ready for later in the year. I need to make sure my bleeders still get thru the infield. |
| March 3, 2008 wagon487 Men's 55 578 posts | I've had all three bats. Just got the reaper (used), sold the senior and will be swinging the AV to start in ASA. AV is my first choice. You can't go wrong with any of them. |
| March 3, 2008 doker Men's 60 185 posts | hey bob...the new miken recoil is really good too....i think a little too expensive but it is good right out of wrapper....doker |
| March 3, 2008 Bob50 Men's 60 242 posts | Does anyone know how the Miken Recoil compares to the Ant-Virus? |
| March 3, 2008 floo56 Men's 50 37 posts | Here is my list: * OG Easton Flex (2006 model) * OG Easton Extended (2005 model) * |
| March 3, 2008 floo56 Men's 50 37 posts | Sorry computer got jumpy...my last choice * 2008 Easton Stealth Good luck...Aloha, Fabe |
| March 3, 2008 #6 Men's 60 1173 posts | Bob50, I have the Anti-Virus and the Miken Recoil. IMO , Recoil is the better bat, I am not a HR hitter, but I believe the ball comes off the Red ASA recoil better. With bats costing $150 -$300 and more you want the best for yor buck , for ASA play, get the Recoil. I still use the Ultra2 for tournaments, good luck and hope you have a GREAT SEASON. |
| March 3, 2008 Bob50 Men's 60 242 posts | The following bats have been banned according to the ASA website: Miken NRG600 Pro-Series 600 Maxload-MSNRGM-6 Miken NRG600 Pro-Series 600 MSNRGM-6 Miken Orange Recoil DFR 180 Miken Orange Recoil DFR 250 Are these the recoils that Doker and #6 are referring to? If so, bad news. You can't use them to play ASA. |
| March 3, 2008 BruceinGa Men's 70 3233 posts | The NRG 600 is the Utrip bat. The NRG 500 is the ASA model. I don't know anything about the Recoil. |
| March 3, 2008 azsenior 92 posts | All the bats listed above are great however none are 2008 compliant. They can be used yes, but not made anymore. |
| March 4, 2008 #6 Men's 60 1173 posts | azsenior, the RED RECOIL is still mader and can be purchased.It is ASA approved. |
| March 4, 2008 Bob50 Men's 60 242 posts | I have found a Miken Red Recoil for $329. Does anyone know where there might be a better deal? |
| March 4, 2008 bob g Men's 70 5 posts | Our league complies with ASA and the bat most used is the Miken NRG 500 balanced or Maxload. It's as good or better than the Freak 98. The second most used is a DeMarini aluminum, different kinds. No one likes the Juggernaut. That's my 2 cents worth. Keep the change. |
| March 5, 2008 diehard Men's 55 246 posts | Bob50, I searched everywhere for the best price on the Red Miken Recoil, but never saw a price lower than the $ 329. that you stated. However, if you log on to www.kellysultimatesports.com, thay have a number that you can call and make them an offer. Plus it's a good website to go on to get bat reviews. |
| March 5, 2008 BruceinGa Men's 70 3233 posts | Check out softballfans.com's sell forum. There are a few there, ranging from $200 to high $200's. You might also try the buy/sell forum at mohrsoftball.com. |
