Hottest ASA/USA Bat vs. the Hottest USSSA 240 Bat | Exit Velo Testing (with a .52 COR softball)

Today we're Hittrax exit velo testing the hottest ASA/USA slowpitch bat (Monsta 'M2' Torch) against the hottest USSSA-240 slowpitch bat (Louisville Slugger APG2 Genesis) with a .52 COR softball.

[slowpitchbros]

And if we used a harder ball in this test (a .44 COR or high-compression softball), most ASA bats would break since they're meant to hit a softer ball and compress more. The only ASA bats we've found that can hit a harder ball effectively are the DeMarini Juggy/Mercy and the Anarchy X-Core bats (that would also be an interesting test for another time).

[AustronesianMullet]

I believe your one-piece Genesis (220) had higher EV than the two-piece Genesis. Would have been interesting to see that comparison! I know the 240 compression is what conference players have to use today, but most of us rec players can still use 220 bats.

[BatFlipBP]

Absolute BEAST! If you walk up to the plate with a Torch and I'm pitching... I'm walking back to the dugout.

[eddierysz]

Im excited to see what the new USA stamp Genesis can do!

[CommentingTheTruth]

Thanks for this. We argue about this all the time amongst the boys. My argument is that the bats are tuned for the balls. Tech matches up better

[FatGuyBP]

Thank you for this! I have argued this with so many and they just wouldn’t listen. Great job

[kentgarrett]

Thank you for this review! All the leagues I play in use 52s and we can hit any utrip or ASA bat. Would love to see a broken in failing 220 bat versus a monsta

[MarraSoftball]

Great video as usual, Will.

One thing though - don’t be sleeping on those 240 axe models. The one I swing from unicorn I have on video hitting an evil 52 bp ball in live pitch 108 mph. I also swung it in the unicorn draft over the monstas and it was raking. It’s not for everyone though but for some it will be a better option than an asa bat especially if it’s colder temps.

[jamesrenshaw]

Monsta has a new u-trip out. The Monsta Trippin Torch. Wondering when you guys are going to review it. Can't wait for that !!

[jacobcarroll]

Just snagged an Everett Williams, would love to see your review on that if you get one!

[rogerguth]

I’m impressed, 107 ?!! are you serious! Awesome job !

[robertnilsen]

When are you guys reviewing the Juno bats super excited to see that video can't

[obamasux]

Rockin the Bruce Bolts. Best gloves I’ve ever purchased

[chasemiles]

Well.... torches just got even more expensive.... thanks will.

[CoreyL]

Holy crap man. That is a hell of a swing

[cpund]

I’d like to see what you think of the new Easton bats. The Black Magic looks sick!

[donaldgange]

Have you seen the demarini corn dog wood composite??? I’ve never heard of em they look cool tho

[Ghostface-]

So if you keep hitting with the Usssa bat will it eventually be as hot as the other bat considering it will lose compression

[gregdejongh]

Incredible 107MPH. I had 2017 BMan best bat every. Shark tooth after 18 months. USA Sinister cracked after 1 season 3 league nights maybe 150 swings not as hot. M4 paint chips after 10 swings hot a/f but cracked after 50 swings. Hopefully M5/M6 solved any issues. I Will😀 for sure swoop up a torch M2 before they discontinue.

[Tevatron]

You see, that's the thing though, the ball makes a huge difference. I'm sure a lot of people will misunderstand this and think that a monsta will outperform usssa bats in general, but just like the old school 00s alloy bats, the ball can make or break it. Back in the 80s, a softball was the same compression as a baseball, 500-550. I'd like to see you do this with a usssa ball even for one hack just to help the people understand the differences. That being said, Monsta OWNS asa. They've basically hacked the bbs test