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| Feb. 13, 2025 9 ball | Topic: Bats Discussion: Miken Ultra II 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! |
| Jan. 31, 2025 9 ball | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Team rating update Dave..Will team ratings be updated after TOC? Maybe still "under construction"? I do understand after LV Worlds there are automatic "triggers" in place based on results there, but what are basic criteria after that? Just curious. Tku George |
| Jan. 23, 2025 9 ball | Topic: Bats Discussion: Bat Testing Okie dokie,good enough. Tku for timely reply Dave. George |
| Jan. 23, 2025 9 ball | Topic: Bats Discussion: Bat Testing Morng folks,been a lot of decent discussion here on BB concerning pre-game bat testing and rules/penalties as a result of. When I'm eventually asked to submit my bat for a compression check,and I'm standing at the table as I hand it over to that person,what should I then expect to see happen? Who is this individual that I have given custody of my bat to,who will run the test, will I actually see the test reading as I'm standing there,and how long does this procedure take. Pls note..just trying to understand what to expect as standard practice. Tku george |
| Jan. 21, 2025 9 ball | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: TOC Florida WX Yea made for kinda awkward situation for me this morng. We had informal inside bp this morng up here in New England area, overheard couple players going down to play 65M discussing game temps and wishing they had couple "junk" bats to use. I have 3yr old miken ultra2 28oz JB/MD both with over 400 swings,and would not mind these bats making the trip in support of local team,as I have recently purchased replacements. I said nothing though. My concern is will these bats pass compression testing at TOC, and if not, will that place the players in jeopardy? Tough call for me to make, as I subscribe to players being held accountable for bats they bring with them for use in a tournament. The gray area for me is players just trying to check on a used bat's compression level prior to game use, for safety sake. Geo |
| Jan. 20, 2025 9 ball | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: TOC Florida WX Noticed WX in Lakeland/WinterHaven area gonna be little chilly. W/T/F 50's,S 60's, then return to normal 70's on Sun. Gonna be interesting to see how well all those expensive composite bats hold up,seeing they are supposedly not designed for use below 65 degrees.Oh well,everyone have fun, wish I were there. George |
| Jan. 17, 2025 9 ball | Topic: Bats Discussion: Miken/Rawlings Johnny Bailiey 2024--defective bats? Purchased 27oz JB bat jan24,started using Spring practice games. After about 75 swings noticed a deep notch near top of handle,which spread around the handle during next BP. Showed to some players, they advised me to no longer use it, due to chance the carbon composition may "eventually splinter" at plate and be a hazard to nearby players. Sounded good to me,so threw it in nearby trash can. I have new 27oz MD bal which I used entire season with no problems,and 2yr old 28oz JB and MD which both have about 400 swings with no problems(yet). I like the bats, but will not buy another JB after my recent experience with black2024. Good luck to everyone at 2025 TOC! Geo |
| Jan. 11, 2025 9 ball | Topic: Bats Discussion: Bat Idea I could support wood bats in lieu of composite bats,maybe bring the offensive game back to a more natural state,and make defense relevant again. I have aluminum bats I use for bat practice,and get all shorts of weird looks from other players when they hear that "ding" on contact..it's funny. Even been told by another player they were not legal for play. But man,they last forever,and don't cost an arm and a leg. George |
| Jan. 2, 2025 9 ball | Topic: Bats Discussion: Bat Holder Only if you do this for all the team bats,every inning. Sorry,but I'll take care of my own bat..thank you. Lol everyone have a safe and fun new season. George |
| Dec. 26, 2024 9 ball | Topic: Bats Discussion: High price of softball bats I've been scrolling around, looking for a new bat to purchase for upcoming ssusa season. Got "sticker shock" when I noted 2025 USA/ASA certified bat with price of $1000. Was even more shocked when they declared it came with no warranty. To each their own, but c'mon folks,seriously?! Any thoughts on this from my fellow players? Tku george |
| Dec. 14, 2024 9 ball | Topic: Website comments Discussion: Definition Please Tku for informative reply Donna, seems nothing is as easy as it appears. For my future guidance, I assume the following ssusa bat requirements apply..1)newer bats must have ssusa logo/stamp on handle,2)older bats that are not on prohibited list must display bpf of either 1.21 or 1.20. Tku geo |
| Dec. 14, 2024 9 ball | Topic: Website comments Discussion: Definition Please Morng folks..can I get a reminder why we can no longer use a USA/ASA bat in SSUSA sponsored events? Did that originate out of a safety concern,or some administrative decision to just go our own way? Not trying to "be cute" here, just lost track of the reasoning why we can no longer use a bat more durable and better suited to unfavorable gametime conditions such as low temps? Tku geo |
| Dec. 8, 2024 9 ball | Topic: Website comments Discussion: Bat Warmers Ok here we go,I'm gonna duck for cover after this.I've recently returned to playing 3yrs ago,after a 37 yr break,and am now 71 yrs young. Some things have changed which I like, some that I do not like but accept. The safety bases at 1b/hp,runner line 3b/home,pitcher mask,etc I feel make the game safer. I do not understand this insatiable need for more powerful equipment that enables us to hit the ball further and with higher velocity.The equipment suppliers are only too happy to oblige us with $250 bats that have no warranty,and for most part have short shelf lifes, while pushing all the newer models as best thing since sliced bread. We have new improved balls that,when dirty,are difficult to see. We have diminishing skills and want this equipment to compensate for that, at any cost, even to defensive players. I understand some teams/players are always seeking an edge,but where will it end? I play 3x/wk and really do enjoy the game, and the cast of characters that occupy both dugouts. Geo |
| Nov. 22, 2024 9 ball | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Ball for 2025 Morng folks..appears most players agree that present ssusa approved ball is ok, except for when it gets dirty, becoming less visible and creating a potential safety hazard for players. While the ball manufacturer hopefully addresses this issue,can we take some corrective action ourselves? Managers have gentleman's agreement to wipe down game balls at start of new inning to enhance safety of both team's players. When pitching,I always stick a rag in my waistband to wipe down the ball when it gets wet/dirty,same when I play out/inf. I let ump know what I'm doing before gametime,just in case they have a problem with it. Geo |
| Oct. 21, 2024 9 ball | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Shoutout to members for helpful advice past February Had left TKR feb27,rehab entering month 08.Knee going great, did not realize extent of work needed to whip strength of left leg back in shape, I got ok from ortho Dr/PT to play again June in limited capacity, had to promise not to do "stupid". Been driving 18 wheeler OTR last 4 months part-time, and playing 2-3 times/week. Next 4 months in wt room at Y ought to get me back in circulation as 70aaa by Feb 01. I played in WNC last Nov, but did not realize how bad knee was..no wonder I sucked! Tku George B. |
| Sept. 3, 2024 9 ball | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Playing 2 age divisions Okie Dokie,good advice..will do. Tku geo |
| Sept. 3, 2024 9 ball | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Playing 2 age divisions I'm 70AAA rated and will be playing as an assigned roster player on my 70AAA team. I may have an opportunity to fill in as a utility player on a 65M team for tournaments that my regular team does not enter. Will this jeopardize my status on my regular 70AAA team? I will not be playing on another 70AAA team,as this will indeed create a problem. Tku g |
| Aug. 15, 2024 9 ball | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Top seeding at worlds Hi Vinny..kinda view the favorable 1-2 seedings as an incentive for both EW teams to show up and give us that national playoff game. What I would like to see is both the E and W tournament sites rotated when possible to different areas within their respective regions. No.1 consideration must be the host ability to support teams and provide quality playing facilities. Yes easier said than done, but I feel we would get a different mix of participating teams. Input anyone?? Tku George |
| July 17, 2024 9 ball | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: NORTHEAST CHAMPIONSHIPS 2024 • Okie dokie,tku for feedback. Been real hectic last couple weeks to make things work,with all the items you mentioned. Enjoy checking on my teams of interest while my TKR finishes the healing process. Geo |
| July 17, 2024 9 ball | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: NORTHEAST CHAMPIONSHIPS 2024 • Little disappointed results not posted by Wednesday. Proberly delay in reporting due to severe wx up that way during NEC. I'll ck back in next week and see what happened. Tku geo |
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