I have used my 26 and 27 oz Black Miken Ultra II bats for about 5 years with each probably having over 1000 swings. I am told by "experts" that after so many swings they have lost significant pop. Other "experts" say no, they just get hotter until they break. Before I buy something I wanted opinions as to whether they are still game bats. They have not broken probably because I don't have the power I had years ago.

Had a new 27oz miken black bat(1/2 oz EL) last year that I really liked for the"pop" and comfortable feel when hitting. Unfortunately not made well enough to survive past about 75 swings, developed crack around upper handle. The miken brown bat(27oz bal) I purchased new with the black bat hits well,and is still going strong after about 300 swings. Seems to me buying a new Miken bat nowadays is a "crapshoot",good pop but unsure quality/longevity with no warranty. With the new compression testing checks,you may want to see where your 2 bats place...above or below the cutoff before you buy new bats. George 5'8" 200lbs Age 72. Have fun!