Blog Posts
Wood Bat Care by Weather: Cold, Hot, Humid and Dry
Weather changes how a wood bat holds up. Here's what cold, heat, humidity and dry air do to the wood, and what to do about each.
How to Choose a Wood Bat: Length, Drop, and Turn Model
Buying your first wood bat is two decisions wrapped in one: what fits your swing today and what helps it get better tomorrow. A working guide to length, drop, and...
Wood Bat Care: How to Make Your Bat Last Longer
A pro-grade wood bat is built to perform — not to be invincible. Here's the care routine we tell every customer to follow if they want their bat to last...
Foam Pitching Machine Ball Weight Guide — Why Regulation Matters
Half the foam pitching machine balls on the market are dramatically underweight, and most hitters don't know it. Here's why ball weight matters and what to look for.
Your First Wood Bat: A Metal-to-Wood Transition Guide
Moving from metal to wood? Here's what changes at the plate, how to pick your first wood bat and how to make the switch.
How a Wood Bat Is Actually Made: Inside the Tater® Shop
From a raw billet to a finished game bat: here's every step a Tater wood bat goes through in our Cheshire, Connecticut shop..
Maple vs Birch vs Ash — Which Wood Bat Wood Is Right for You?
Maple, birch or ash? How the three bat woods compare, why we build in maple and birch, and which one fits your swing.
What Is a Torpedo Bat? The Sweet Spot Wood Bat, Explained
A torpedo bat moves wood from the end of the bat into the sweet spot. Here's how the shape works and who should swing one.
