The 2023 innovative and modern Rawlings Mantra + fastpitch softball bat is here, and you are going to love everything about it except for the in-hand feel and longevity.
However, the price of the bat is not as high as of its competitors such as new Demarini Whisper 2023.
Overall, the new Mantra + is a great choice for experienced hitters looking for a powerful swing, and a consistent performance with a huge barrel.
Keep reading this article for an in-depth review of the new 2023 Rawlings Mantra + fastpitch softball bat.
Power
The slightly end-loaded build of this two-piece composite bat makes it one great choice for experienced hitters.
Experienced hitters looking for practicing some rigorous shots with great pop love this bat. However, young and emerging players prefer balanced alternatives.
Vibrations and Sweet Spot
The vibration-dampening system of the 2023 Rawlings Mantra + is quite efficient as it ensures seamless energy transfer in a way no vibrations reach the hands of the players while practicing
Players enjoy and practice their fastpitch softball game without getting any unrest to the hands.
Like other Rawlings bats, the Mantra + also has a big thin barrel with a large sweet spot which is highly responsive and you rarely miss any balls while practicing in the field.
So, the bat provides the expert hitters with a consistent and smooth performance throughout the game.
Swinging and In-hand feel
Due to the end load, the bat does not swing lightly when a young player picks it up.
However, experienced players looking for some amazing hits love swinging the new Rawlings Mantra + fastpitch softball bat as it gives them enough power and control to throw pitches out of the field.
One detestable thing about the 2023 Rawlings Mantra + is its awful feel. The bat does not offer as comfortable a grip as its competitors do.
You hand stings while playing with this bat. This bat gives even more stings than the Rawlings Mantra 2.
Durability Concerns?
The durability of the 2023 Rawlings Mantra + fastpitch softball bat is also unreliable. There are many complaints about the durability of the bat, especially the knob of the bat was seen falling off in many instances, that too after a few initial games.
So, due to the longevity issues that this bat has, power-hitting players prefer the new Demarini’s Whisper which has strong durability.
Verdict
The new Rawlings Mantra + is loved by experienced players looking for hitting some crazy shots. The bat offers great control during the game.
The durability of the bat is under question and makes the bat lag behind its competitors available in the market such as the new Demarini Whisper in terms of winning the trust of the players.
Regarding price, the new Rawlings Mantra + costs a reasonable amount when compared to other two-piece bats in the fastpitch.
We recommend this bat to only those power hitters who can deal with the hand sting this bat gives during the game.
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