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The "negative" number that you see on Fastpitch Softball Bats is a quick way of understanding the weight of the bat in relation to its length. That is, to calculate the weight (in ounces) of the Fastpitch Softball Bat, subtract the "negative" number on the bat from the bat's length. Note: This is often referred to the "drop" or "minus".

For example, if you have a Fastpitch Softball Bat that is 31 inches in length, and the "negative" number is -11, them the weight of the Fastpitch Softball Bat is 20 oz.

The "negative" numbers will range from -8 to -13 so a Fastpitch Softball Bat with a -13 will be the lightest bat for that length.

It is important to take your body size and strength into account. Fastpitch Softball Bats with a -12 and -13 ounce drop works well for smaller players with less upper body strength because they have the advantage of having a longer bat with a lighter weight.

A Fastpitch Softball Bat that is too heavy will result in a slow swing, loss of balance during the swing, loss of optical vision, and poor control of the bat path as you swing at the ball and require you to start your swing earlier, reducing reaction time.

If the Fastpitch Softball Bat is too light, you may not be able to feel the bat head. If you can’t feel where the bat head is, you will suffer a loss of control. Additionally, when you swing – your lead shoulder will always open too soon.

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