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The Latest in Bat Technology with the 2016 Mizuno Nighthawk BBCOR

by jeff 6 Comments

2016 Mizuno Nighthawk BBCOR

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While Ichiro Suzuki is winding down his career, you can’t really say that he’s no help to his team anymore.

After all, he was supposed to be a backup for the outfielders. But at the end of this 2015 MLB season he actually ends up as the Florida Marlins player with the most games played for this year.

And Ichiro, the consummate professional, uses Mizuno bats.

And today, younger players (and older baseball players as well) can choose to use the Mizuno Nighthawk BBCOR.

A Sterling Reputation

It’s not surprising that Ichiro totes around 8 Mizuno bats with him. Mizuno is a sports equipment company that has established a long and sterling reputation for the equipment they offer.

It’s been operating since 1906. It has been offering specially made bats since the first injection-molded, compressed plastic bat in 1957.

Every year, players use their Mizuno BBCOR bats for more effective hitting, and some players have used their old trusty Mizuno BBCOR bats for years.

But now you can get the latest Mizuno Nighthawk baseball bat and you’ll be amazed at what it can do. And perhaps you’ll understand why the typical Mizuno Nighthawk Bat review raves about it.

Mizuno Nighthawk Bat Review

Features of the Mizuno Nighthawk BBCOR

It’s fitting that as the latest offering in bats from Mizuno, the Mizuno Nighthawk BBCOR bat comes with all the latest technological innovations that makes it much easier for you to yield it for best results at home plate.

Here are some of the design specifications:

  • Its length weight differential is -3. This means that the weight of the bat in ounces is always 3 less than the length of the bat in inches.

    It’s available in lengths ranging from 31 to 34 inches, so it also ranges in weight from 28 to 31 ounces.

  • Mizuno used its special and patented 2-Piece Link construction, which combines a composite handle with an alloy barrel. A specially made elastomer material is molded onto the stiff composite handle before a high-performance alloy barrel is fused.

    This elastomer is instrumental in reducing the vibrations you feel when you make contact with the ball, especially when you hit the ball off-center.

  • The handle is stiffer, so even on off-center hits you can make the ball you hit go much faster on contact.

  • The bat comes with a single wall aluminum alloy barrel that not only performs superbly, but even gives off a sweet sound that indicates how well you hit the ball.

  • It’s more likely that you’re going to hit the ball better, because it comes with a huge “sweet spot”. This is because the wall thickness is different in various locations of the bat.

  • The swing weight is more balanced, and that enables you to swing the bat more quickly. The MOI is lower.

  • The bat has been specifically approved by the NCAA and the NFHS, and it is also BBCOR-certified.

  • It comes with a one-year warranty.

2016 Mizuno Nighthawk Baseball Bat

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Advantages of the Mizuno Nighthawk Baseball Bat

So what makes this Mizuno Nighthawk BBCOR a great choice for you (or for your kid)? There are plenty of reasons why it’s a truly inspired choice.

  • First of all, it looks great. It looks hi-tech and cool, and for many kids nowadays a great look is paramount.

  • It is also legal to use. The NCAA and NFHS (for high school) have lots of rules concerning which bats are legal, and they can be very complicated.

    It’s a relief to be assured that this very bat (in all size specs) has been explicitly gained approval from those athletic governing bodies.

  • The four varieties length and weight offer you more options that best suits your build and hitting style.

  • The lower MOI, or moment of inertia, enables you to swing the bat with greater speed and greater control. That’s crucial in baseball, since you really don’t have much time to react and decide whether you’re going to swing or not.

    The quicker speed means you have more time for your decision-making. And the greater control also means you can put the barrel where you actually want it to go.

  • What About The Mizuno Nighthawk BBCOR and It’s Sweet Spot?

  • Bats have a “sweet spot”, and this marks the area that provides the greatest oomph when you make contact. In addition, hitting with the sweet spot virtually eliminates the vibrations that stress out your hand.

    Here the sweet spot is much bigger, so you have a greater chance of hitting the ball hard without your hands going through the vibrations.

  • Even if you make contact outside the sweet spot, you’re not punished unduly. You still get a good speed for the baseball when you make contact, and the vibrations are reduced nonetheless.

    So you don’t have to make contact with the ball perfectly each time to get a hit.

  • The faster speed of the ball from your bat increases the chances of getting to first base safely. That’s because fielders have less time to see the direction where the baseball is going, and to move to catch the ball.

  • The one-year warranty is great, as it proves that Mizuno is willing to stand behind the excellence of their design. If for some reason it breaks down within a year, then it can be replaced.

Mizuno BBCOR Bats

It’s Not for Those Who Prefer a Top-Heavy Barrel

Some baseball players don’t like a balanced design, as they’re more used to a top-heavy bat that feels like you’re wielding a hammer.

This is of course a matter of preference, but for newcomers to the game a balanced design is simply better.

It’s more comfortable to hold and to swing quickly, and the control is much better.

A top-heavy design can be very unwieldy if you’re not used to it.

Mizuno Nighthawk Baseball Bat Video

This video explains a ton about this awesome bat including all the specs.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RriDWcLvdX0

Conclusion

Mizuno has always been a top brand for baseball bats, and the quality of the make is superb since the company maintains a US headquarters.

Players like Ichiro use bats from Mizuno not just because it’s Japanese, but because you can rely on superior quality.

With the 2016 Mizuno Nighthawk BBCOR bat, you get a great chance at home plate to make a difference for your team.

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Comments

  1. Noah

    February 2, 2016 at 2:40 am

    Can u give me your thoughts on the 2016 mizuno generation

    Reply
    • jeff

      February 2, 2016 at 4:23 am

      Noah – I reviewed the 2015 Mizuno Generation which you can see on this page. I loved that bat. I had one, swung it quite a bit and would have bought it at the drop of a hat.

      I haven’t officially reviewed the 2016 version as of yet but will. I think it looks fabulous but it’s a tough decision between that and the new Nighthawk.

      Reply
  2. Noah

    February 11, 2016 at 12:39 am

    Thanks for getting back to me can I have your thoughts on the
    2015-marucci-cat-6? I’m not looking to spend like 400 so I’m looking and older models or some that may be under priced. And is justbats a reliable web site to buy a bat regarding the bat being real or well priced and not get ripped off?

    Reply
    • jeff

      February 11, 2016 at 2:47 am

      Noah – I really love the Mizuno Nighthawk which is on this particular page. It’s well under $400. I also do still like the Cat 6 and you can find that review if you follow this link:

      Thebaseballdiamond.com/2015-marucci-cat-6-bbcor-baseball-bat-faster-swings

      Ping me by Twitter DM or email if you want to know about my thoughts on places to shop.

      Reply
  3. Daniel

    September 18, 2016 at 9:18 pm

    What’s your opinion on the Mizuno Maxcor 2016. Thanks.

    Reply
    • jeff

      September 20, 2016 at 5:50 pm

      Hi Daniel – I have a review on that bat here.
      Thebaseballdiamond.com/hitting-to-the-max-with-the-2016-mizuno-maxcor-bbcor

      Reply

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