Bat rolling is a process of improving your bat's performance. It allows you to get the most from a bat without having to wait to wear it in, which can take about 500 hits. You want a bat that performs now and that is what you get when you have your bat rolled. Any bat can be rolled whether it is new or old. You will see an improvement in how it hits and in your game when you are using a bat that has been rolled.
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The Process
Bat rolling is best done with a machine that has two rollers where the bat is placed between the two rollers. Pressure is applied as the bat is rolled between the rollers. As the bat runs through this pressurized rolling system the fibers are stretched. This allows the bat to become worn in just as if it had been used 500 times.
The Effects
Now that you know what bat rolling is you should understand how this affects the bat and your game. A rolled bat is a seasoned bat. It will have the same effect on your game that a bat you seasoned yourself will have. You will get more pop, distance and speed on the ball when you hit it with a rolled bat. It also increases the size of the sweet spot, as well as making the sweet spot more consistent.
All the benefits of rolling a bat are due to the fact that the bat fibers have been stretched and they are more flexible. This gives the ball more bounce when it is coming off the bat. This is the same thing that happens over time as you season a bat yourself.
Why It Works
Rolling a bat works because it is a careful process. The bat is rolled to just the right flexibility. It is done through precision so that it is not over done or underdone. The right bat rolling service will know the right way to roll a bat so you get it at its maximum potential. You will find that a rolled bat is a perfect choice when you need a new bat turned into a seasoned hitter.
It is important to note that you need to choose a service carefully. You want the end result to be just right and that can only be done by professionals who know what they are doing. Make sure to choose a service carefully so that you end up with a perfectly rolled bat.
This process is something that allows you have a bat that is new, so still strong and durable, yet seasoned. If you wait for your bat to make it to 500 hits so it is worn in then you will only have a limited life left before the bat is done. You then have to start all over with seasoning a new bat, which is time consuming and lets your game slip. Bat rolling allows you to get the bat you want and you need right now.