SELECTING THE RIGHT WOOD
TECHNOLOGY - WOOD BATS
A quality at-bat starts with quality wood , and this is why the game ’ s biggest pros trust Rawlings at the plate . Rawlings ’ goal is to provide athletes with the most durable , balanced and high-performing bat whether it be constructed from ash , maple or birch . Understanding the key differences between ash , maple and birch is essential to maximizing each swing and outperforming the competition in every game .
MAPLE
• Closed grains are less visible and will not flake or splinter like ash
• Maple is very dense with an 8 – 10 % moisture content resulting in a hard hitting surface
• Maple can feel slightly heavier than ash due to its closed grain structure and high density
ASH
• As one of the strongest timbers available , ash is durable and known for its exceptional feel
• Ash contains a 10 – 12 % moisture content resulting in additional flexibility and whip
• Ash is porous and lightweight due to its open grain structure
BIRCH
• Closed grain structure prevents flaking and splintering and is Rawlings most durable wood offering
• Birch is an ideal combination of maple and ash characteristics
• Features increased flexibility like an ash with the hardness of a maple
WOOD BAT TECHNOLOGY
Maple Ace ™ utilizes the same highgrade maple as the pros and combines Adirondack ® balanced timber with the player-preferred natural unfinished look . |
Process of Burning off raised dead wood fibers , then hardening and sealing the grains for increased performance . |
Rawlings ’ Composite Wood bats are constructed from eco-friendly bamboo and the strongest maple wood available , and feature a balanced weight distribution for improved swing speed . Designed to last , these bats are 2X more durable than previous models . |
The ink dot is placed on the bat taper to measure the slope of grain . The lower the degree of slope will result in higher performance and durability of the bat .
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