2012 DeMarini Steel: DXWHI Slow Pitch Images
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- 2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
- Approved for Play in ASA, USSSA, NSA, ISA, ISF
- BPF 1.20
- C6 Composite Handle
- Free Shipping!
- Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
- N2M End Cap
- Positack 2 Grip
- Steel 01 Singlewall Barrel
- Two-Piece Hybrid Design
by Moe Diggity - Sep 28, 2011
Pros: Awesome bat. Its my favorite and I've owned a few White Steels. The end loading on this one is perfect. I play on teams that have the 2011 model and they're all broken in about the same. I've heard that mine has more pop. I can stick the op field fence most days as long as I don't get under the ball. Line drives go hard and makes infielders think twice about going for them. Legal in most ASA leagues. Overall, the best ASA bat I've owned.
Cons: None as long as you stay on top of the ball. Keep in mind its heavily end loaded. A 28 oz. darn near feels like a 30.
New for 2012! Year after year, DeMarini's commitment to innovation remains the same - to bring the best bats in the game to players at every skill level. As the DeMarini legend continues to grow in the world of slow pitch softball, you'll notice more and more players launching missiles with their new high-performing DeMarini bat. The DeMarini Steel Slow Pitch softball bat was the first bat to contain a barrel made of steel. This allows Demarini to produce a very durable, top-performing single wall bat that combines a composite handle with a Steel 01 Singlewall barrel. The Half & Half system redistributes weight for optimal balance, allowing players to swing faster with less effort. For the player, Half & Half means more power at the plate. This bat is designed with a Flex-Tuned C6 composite handle for maximum performance. The improved n2m end cap helps damper the vibration to make for a better feel and easier swing. The positack grip gives you the most comfortable feel allowing you to have to most control possible over the bat. DeMarini: Insane Dedication To Performance! The Steel is approved for play in all major softball associations. It is backed by a Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty. Free Shipping!
by Moe Diggity - Sep 28, 2011
Pros: Awesome bat. Its my favorite and I've owned a few White Steels. The end loading on this one is perfect. I play on teams that have the 2011 model and they're all broken in about the same. I've heard that mine has more pop. I can stick the op field fence most days as long as I don't get under the ball. Line drives go hard and makes infielders think twice about going for them. Legal in most ASA leagues. Overall, the best ASA bat I've owned.
Cons: None as long as you stay on top of the ball. Keep in mind its heavily end loaded. A 28 oz. darn near feels like a 30.
by jonjon - Jan 01, 2012
Pros: great bat. end load feels like the 2010 model. the 26 oz feels heavier than the 2011 which i love since there is no 27oz. be careful if your getting the 28 or 30 oz it will be a lot heavier than a normal 28oz
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by jpl53 - Jan 15, 2012
Pros: one of the best!I use this with the 14" good bat to go yard with!
Cons: never use with 12" in cold weather
by T-Top - Apr 03, 2012
Pros: Straight out of the wrapper I used this bat in a game and first at bat I hit a home run. Bat has very good pop with minimal breaking in. This bat is good for contact and precision hitters only.
Cons: Single wall bat is very weak. I received this bat after cracking my bat that was still under warranty. That bat was the last version of the white steel. The first time day I used this bat I had a double header. I was the only person to use this bat and it has already dented. I had to do another warranty claim and they are sending me a completely different bat. This bat is not made for power hitters.
by zman - Apr 16, 2012
Pros: None
Cons: dents easily. Takes away all power.
by Doc - Apr 03, 2012
Pros: I used this bat last night righr out of the wrapper and went 4-5 with two homers and one that just missed going over best half &half I've ever used.
Cons: Takes some getting used to. I say hit the batting cages first.
by Gunny48 - May 14, 2012
Pros: Bat was hot right out of the wrapper. Great for line drives and long ball.
Cons: Dented after 100 swings. I have bought 4 of theses bats and they all dent quickly.
by homerking - Feb 23, 2012
Pros: bets bat I've ever owned...break in time was minimal, hitting homeruns within 100 hits.
Cons: It's too good, I fear they will ban it!!!!
by Rivervet - Apr 01, 2012
Pros: Love this bat. First time I picked up a friend's White Steel 2012 I went 6 for 6 with two home runs. Went to justbats.com that night and ordered mine.
Cons: None.
by "T" Lup - May 08, 2012
Pros: Bat has good pop with the SB12 balls...
Cons: Sounds like a tin can when you hit the ball....ding...
by Buyers Remorse - May 10, 2012
Pros: Like the bat.
Cons: Customer service is atrocious. The bat came without an ASA stamp. I had to send it in for a new one. BS. Customer service is incredibly inept. Good bat, lousy company.
by bevo - May 23, 2012
Pros: Good Pop right away
Cons: Weak walls huge dent first game
by Justin - May 24, 2012
Pros: I like the paint job DeMarini Customer service is excellent. Received this bat as a warranty replacement for my Vexxum that developed a flat spot. My friend likes that he doesn't hit directly to outfielders (cuz the bat lacks the power to get the ball there)
Cons: Performs in NO way as well as the Vexxum did, even WITH its significant flat spot. NO power whatsoever, awful "DINK!" sound on impact. I gave this bat plenty of break in time, rotating with every swing. Even the best hits still fall 30'+ short of where the Vexxum put em. Hoping this SPECIFIC bat is just a dud and won't speak for the entire White Steel line. Trying to get a replacement/coupon for a diff bat from DM customer service.
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Ask QuestionJust joined a church league and they say you can only use single wall bats. Would you say this bat would be legal? If not can you recommend a good bat?
Asked by Steve on Apr 11, 2012
The 2012 DeMarini Steel is a single wall bat. It should be 100% legal for you to use!
· Apr 11, 2012
My league says it must be an all aluminum barrel? Does this bat apply?
Asked by josh199 on Apr 10, 2012
Yes. The DXWHI will be legal for your league. It's barrel will be classified under alloy or aluminum.
· Apr 10, 2012
What is the coolest temperature these steel bats can be used in without damaging them?
Asked by JOHN on Mar 14, 2012
It is recommended to try to limit the bats use in temperatures around 50 degrees or cooler. Since the barrel is an alloy barrel, it can withstand cooler temperatures, but since it does have a composite handle I would recommend to try to limit is use in temperatures cooler than about 50 degrees.
· Mar 14, 2012
Which is going to give you more distance with your hit the Raw Steel or the White Steel?
Asked by Geff on Mar 05, 2012
Both these bats are going to be very similar in performance. They are both a single wall construction and are made up with a two piece design. These bats are both high performing bats for Demarini. There is not one that stands out significantly than the other when it comes to performance and durability!
· Mar 05, 2012
what does the break in label really mean? as for instance is there some kind of wrapper you have to leave on to break it in? dont completely understand what the break in label means
Asked by lox on Feb 28, 2012
Actually, we had the wrong info in our description. This bat actually does not have a rotation index (label). However, the rotation index featured on other DeMarini bats like the CF5, is just a numerical index printed on the end of the barrel. This acts as a reminder to the player to rotate the bat a quarter of an inch in their hands between each hit to ensure an even break-in across the entire surface of the barrel.
· Feb 27, 2012
Do the 2010 and 2011 models have the composite handle as well?
Asked by EBur on Feb 06, 2012
The 2010 and 2011 DeMarini Steel have the composite handle.
· Feb 07, 2012
will a Debeer clincher Gold ball damage the bat?
Asked by abe on Feb 02, 2012
No. As long as the bat isn't used in cold weather it will be fine.
· Feb 02, 2012
Does this bat dent and crack as easily as the 2010/2011 Steel did? Both models only lasted a few at-bats before dents started forming.
Asked by TreyT on Jan 20, 2012
That has not yet been a common complaint for this year.
· Jan 20, 2012
Does this model have the same flex as the original model seeing how it's the same handle.
Asked by jpl53 on Jan 11, 2012
Yes. It is going to have the same flex as the orginal model.
· Jan 12, 2012
I have a black steel how long does it take to break in?
Asked by deez on Nov 18, 2011
This has an alloy barrel so there is not a break in period.
· Nov 18, 2011
My league doesn't allow composite bats, so would this one be acceptable? The rules state that "all bats must be made entirely of either metal or wood".
Asked by Mtelly on Oct 17, 2011
The Steel has a composite handle and alloy barrel, so if your league doesn't allow any composite it would not be legal.
· Oct 17, 2011
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