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| Sept. 5, 2019 garyheifner 649 posts | Mikens Any reviews out yet for the 2020 Miken line of Senior bats. |
| Sept. 8, 2019 Tri18 352 posts | Gary, There are a few of the new Miken and Worth acts being distributed now so I’m sure you will hear from a variety of people pretty soon because....they are REALLY good. I have a couple of informational videos on you tube now that you can find by putting in Alan Tanner Softball in the search box. I have worked on and hit every model of the Miken and Worth 2020 Senior bats including my own signature model...the AT18. Here are some important characteristics that you will find up and down the lineup: 1. Out biggest accomplishment is the quick and easy break in as compared to our last couple of years of bats. I have literally had some that I broke and we’re game ready in under 75 swings. Remember that each player is different so it may take you a few more or a few less but I would say that almost anyone can have these at high performance levels in under 150 swings and....they continue to get better. Our velocity and distance levels at 100 swings are comparable to last years bats at 400-450 swings and again....they get better from there. 2. Our sweet spot remains the biggest in the industry. Almost all of the hitting surface gets lively at break in. It’s hard to miss hit these bats unless you really miss the ball . 3. The feel and sound of our 2020 line is substantially improved especially the barrel feel at impact. After break in you will feel the softness of the barrel at impact and literally sense the trampoline effect as the ball leaves the bat which creates velocity and distance. 4. Our durability will still be among the top of most of the really high performance senior bats out there. 5. Even though we have created the softer feeling the bats will not dip down to such a low compression level too soon which can decrease performance. I have worked significantly with our engineers on these designs to tune these barrels to get the best blend of performance at the right compression levels for ANY style and age of players. These new designs will compliment ANY level or age of player and everyone will benefit. The bats were just officially launched last week and our goal is to get as many as we can out to those who preorder them before our great event in Las Vegas. We are working hard at the factory to try and meet those timing goals so if you wish to get one ASAP feel free to call me. I like to tell players: Sometimes there is a certain amount of hits you can buy.... This is certainly a golden opportunity. Gary and others I hope this helps you. I will be making other informational videos on all of these bats real soon. Alan Tanner Team 1 Sports Miken/Worth Pro Staff |
| Sept. 8, 2019 Tri18 352 posts | Oops...in section 1 I meant broke in...not broke the bat. Senioritis strikes again! 😜AT18 |
| Sept. 16, 2019 PeteC Men's 60 5 posts | Alan, I've watched quite a few of your YouTube videos including the 2019 Softball Clinic and one thing that bothers me is that the pitchers throw you meatballs and you crush them all over the field (and mostly out of the park). What I'd like to see in your next video is how you hit the high pitches. Most of the balls you are seen hitting reach a height of no more than 1-2 feet over your head which I think are only 6-8 feet. I'd like to see what you do with balls that are pitched 10-12 feet, which are within the SSUSA legal limit. Sorry about hijacking this thread but I really think it makes a difference. Pete Carrier |
| Sept. 16, 2019 Tri18 352 posts | Pete, We do a section on just that at my training camps. A quick rundown is GENERALLY speaking, a majority of hitters will be more successful hitting those 11’-12’ pitches in the middle of the field or backside. If you watch a lot of games in 50 M+ you will notice that most pitchers do not throw that high of arc consistentlybecause they don’t want balls hit at them up the middle at 95 to 105 mph. There are a lot of great and DISCIPLINED hitters who have honed their skills and know not to try really pulling those balls. If you are talking about a home run swing on the higher arc pitching you will find it’s quite easy to create a very tight backspin on those pitches when directing the ball towards the middle of the field and getting great distance on them. Higher arc pitching does give you more time to adjust and “push” the ball backside as well. It’s all about adjustments in timing and hitting the ball in the right location depending on the pitch itself. Hope this helps you out. Good luck and hit ‘em hard! AT18 Team 1 Sports |
| Sept. 17, 2019 PeteC Men's 60 5 posts | Thank you Alan for the response. I will try to do as you suggest and again, sorry for hijacking this thread. |
| Sept. 17, 2019 hillbilly4 3 posts | which bats are you referring too. I have always been a fan of the miken bats prefer a balanced bat or a small end load. just bought the ultra 2 a month ago but it has already cracked. not looking for a bat to last forever but would like one that doesn't break before it is even broken in |
| Sept. 17, 2019 Full Count 57 posts | Thank you for the input Alan. What bat do you think resembles the white lighting 13" end load ? Thank you, Robert |
| Sept. 18, 2019 Tri18 352 posts | Count, My AT18 model will feel very similar in weighting as it’s a 13.5” barrel with a 1/2 ounce end load which closely resembles the Dudley model you refer too. Once you swing the AT18 with its Advanced Technology, you will notice the difference of the size of sweet spot and ease of break in. Alan Tanner Team 1 Sports |
| Sept. 18, 2019 Full Count 57 posts | Got it ! Just ordered one, hopefully it arrives in time to take some BP before the Masters. I'm in sales as well. Funny how each new year is the best one ever made lol... Look forward to swinging it. |
| Sept. 18, 2019 garyheifner 649 posts | Full Count welcome to the wonderful world of marketing. Seems like each year the best skis, golf clubs, motorcycles, cars, bats cellphones etc. ever made. I guess sometimes it is true |
| Sept. 18, 2019 Tri18 352 posts | Gary and Full Count, What you both refer to in the business world is often times very true! But, in this instance I truly believe after many years of working on hundreds of bats....that these new Worth and Miken models for 2020 are the best Senior bats we have ever produced. If you consider all the areas that a player should when contemplating a senior bat we are certainly pushing the envelope in the overall total package this year. Performance Sweet Spot Durability Ease of break in Balance points/ swings weights Never before have we achieved close to perfection in ALL of these areas over all of our models. We have a size, balance point, and swing weight in our different models that can and will fit virtually any players likes. I am quite confident in another 4-6 weeks after we have had time to get bats in the players hands and they have had time to field test them you will begin to hear all over the country how fantastic they really are. Appreciate your questions and input. As always if anyone has questions just pick up the phone and call. AT18 561-718-7504 |
| Sept. 19, 2019 hillbilly4 3 posts | So how can I get a miken at my door before vegas. Looking at the kendricks ultra |
| Sept. 19, 2019 Tri18 352 posts | My number is posted.... AT18 |
| Sept. 21, 2019 troung1 Men's 60 7 posts | I had the opportunity to swing the AT18 and the Miken Kendrick. Good bats. |
| Sept. 21, 2019 Full Count 57 posts | Got a chance to hit the AT18 today. This bat needs very little break in time. I would say this bat is as advertised |
