Anderson Bat co. Rochet techs and TechZillas

[anonlooker]

All this praise for the TZ leads me to believe Wally's lack of info wasn't that at all, but simply the best marketing strategy there is:

"Let the bat do the talking."

[anonlooker]

ok, I'm not up on the latest. What happens in July 2008?

Believe that's when the new performance limitations on composite bats will be implemented.(?)

Spazsdad is probably still on the road (or in the bar?? )...
He seems to know about these things and will likely inform us once he's back.

[Sftbll4ever]

ok, I'm not up on the latest. What happens in July 2008?

Believe that's when the new performance limitations on composite bats will be implemented.(?)

Spazsdad is probably still on the road (or in the bar?? )...
He seems to know about these things and will likely inform us once he's back.

The current composite bats will not longer be allowed to be in producion beginning in July. They have not been banned, YET!! No date has been given as to when they will no longer be allowed to be used in ASA play.

I am sure that Easton and all the other composite bat companies are working on their new bats to meet the new testing standards set forth by ASA.

[farmboy]

For all you Stealth and Synergy lovers what are you going to do come July 1st 2008?

Do you know for sure that the Stealth and Synergy aren't going to meet ASA's ABI (accelerated break in) standards? Only ASA and the manufacturers know which composites can't be produced or sold as of 7-1-08. However, I will be surprised if the Synergy (and most other 'top-shelf' composites) can continue to be produced using their current manufacturing specs and remain compliant with ASA standards.

To answer your question, the smart Synergy lovers are planning on buying an extra (or 2 or 3) before July 1st.

ASA isn't likely to ban any of the currently legal composites. I'm more concerned that Easton (or any other manufacturer) will request a ban on some of their pre 7-1-08 models, but that's a financial risk that I'm willing to take.

[Tucson]

I am trying to resist buying the techzilla, but Mother's Day is coming up.

I could get a bunch of my students using it and see how it goes.

Where's the best place to buy it?

I guess i could sell the Plasma, Evo and yellow Cat. Amy

[AGameGal]

All this praise for the TZ leads me to believe Wally's lack of info wasn't that at all, but simply the best marketing strategy there is:

"Let the bat do the talking."

And for those who said the graphics were hideous - remember, the beauty of the bat is in it's performance at the plate.

[fungodude]

For all you Stealth and Synergy lovers what are you going to do come July 1st 2008?

Do you know for sure that the Stealth and Synergy aren't going to meet ASA's ABI (accelerated break in) standards? Only ASA and the manufacturers know which composites can't be produced or sold as of 7-1-08. However, I will be surprised if the Synergy (and most other 'top-shelf' composites) can continue to be produced using their current manufacturing specs and remain compliant with ASA standards.

To answer your question, the smart Synergy lovers are planning on buying an extra (or 2 or 3) before July 1st.

ASA isn't likely to ban any of the currently legal composites. I'm more concerned that Easton (or any other manufacturer) will request a ban on some of their pre 7-1-08 models, but that's a financial risk that I'm willing to take.

Just got the new Softball Sales catalogue and plastered all over the front page is: "Get em while they're hot! New ASA performance testing procedures will prevent these bats from being produced after June 30!" Pictured are the synergy, stealth, catalyst, mayhem, halo, and phenix.

Just wish I knew for sure that I'd be buying a bat that ASA won't throw out of the dugout!

[aubsdad#6]

NZANE, you say your DD hits the 32oz Rochet tech did you get the same size
TechZillas or 1oz larger? My DD loves her 32 Rochet tech but always looking
for something better, thanks

[Nzane]

NZANE, you say your DD hits the 32oz Rochet tech did you get the same size
TechZillas or 1oz larger? My DD loves her 32 Rochet tech but always looking
for something better, thanks

My DD is small. She could swing the 32 Rocket Tech no problem. But, with the ounce less, and even weight, the 32 Tech Zilla feels better for her. So, the answer is, we stayed with the same size, 32............

[TravelBallDad]

Thayne - is the bat still performing to your standards? Is it getting better? Let me know before I dorp the money on one. Thanks