Nike is a relatively new member of the baseball bat ranks and is doing their best to make a name for themselves. Many still have a problem associating Nike with anything other than athletic shoes and may never accept them in the baseball bat industry. But there is a small following that is enthusiastic about Nike bats.
Nike has limited entries in the baseball bat category and in 2009 their main (almost exclusive) focus is on the Aero Fuse CX2. Here’s what they’re offering:
· Aero Fuse CX2 – Two piece, 100% composite bat with a flex handle and “power belt”, “speedlink” technology (don’t worry about what this means, just their hype). This is a decent bat but in my opinion the jury is still out. This bat is rarely seen in little league and high school ball, and only in college due to sponsorship deals. I’d go with the proven commodities in this category, the Stealth IMX (or Synergy) and then the Demarini CF3.
· Aero Fuse – composite handle, alloy barrel two piece bat featuring a flex handle. There are better options in this category.
· Aero Torque – One piece, 100% alloy bat with a stiff handle. This bat has been around for awhile. Again, better options elsewhere.
Nike is still struggling to become a player in the baseball bat category, and I don’t see a reason to take a risk when there are better options on the market.
See the My Bat Recommendations tab for top recommendations in each bat category.
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