Miken Triad Maxload ASA Slow Pitch Softball Bat: STRIMA
Features
2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
Approved for Play in ASA Only
Two-Piece Fully Composite Design
Maxload End-Loaded Swing Weight (Half Ounce)
Triad Technology for Unparalleled Durability and Performance
Free Shipping!
Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
Vortex Technology for Optimal Handle Flex
Premium Aerospace Grade Carbon Fiber
14.5 Inch Barrel Length
**New ASA Stamp**
Made in the U.S.A.
Description
Reviews
Average Ratings Based on 32 Customer Reviews
Goldie
Pros: Game or tourney ready right out of the wrapper. Good Bat! This thing is sick. It puts some of the older ASA bats to shame.
Cons: It has new technology, so I have to see how it holds up with every day use.
BIGNDN1
Pros: BAT IS HOT HIT BOMBS RITE OUT OF THE WRAPER
Cons:
Blackhole(shortstop)
Pros: This has to be one of the hottest bats if notTHEE hottest bat out there right now. Easily hitting 320-350 ft bombs. UNTIL IT CRACKS
Cons: Only problem is the durability when playing in a league that uses 44/375 balls. I have had to send my bat back twice. !st one cracked within 5 days and the 2nd one in 1 Mo. and a 1/2. Miken has been graciously working with me but This bat should come with an unlimited warranty till Miken gets the Technology right.
covie
Pros: Excellent balance and feel. Hits hard right out of the wrapper.Sounds like no other bat out there.
Cons: none
Anonymous
Pros: Has mad pop.
Cons: Has the tendency to ring ur hands. sweet spot is small.
RIP2
Pros: When you hit it square on the sweet spot the ball really jumps off, but if you miss be prepared because it will sting your hands.
Cons: VERY small sweet spot!
Delano
Pros: It's true, this bat is very hot out of the wrapper .
Cons: If you miss the Small sweet spot it will sting to your hands,I added a thick tennis racket wrap and that fixed the sting problem,I bought the bat Jan.3rd 2013 and as of yesterday ,Feb.21st and using it in double headers and 4 tournaments,it came apart at the handle,also notice a few hairline cracks.will try another and see how it goes,in our Mesa,Az. Senior slowpitch league I know of 13 Triads that have had the same problem. :-/
cookie monster(thirdbase, shortstop)
Pros: Great pop, love the design, hot hot hot!
Cons: Very poor durability, after my second indoor practice of doing soft toss with league balls the bat separated at he handle. To the point that the barrel would slide down over the handle. After being a multiple Miken bat owner I've never been more excited to get a bat only to be disappointed.
hondaf2003
Pros: As advertised! Not sure how this is ASA but it is. Great distance, and pop!
Cons: None. Maybe the white handle.
Big Sam
Pros: The Triad ASA bat is the best/worst bat that I ever owned. It's the best bat, because it is a hot out of the wrapper.
Cons: The worst because of serious durability issues, after around 20 swings a bad rattle accrued. Sent bat back to Miken, it took almost a month to receive my bat back and under 100 swings later the bat is peeling apart and has another serious rattle. My Ultra 2 senior bat is holding up better than the Triad and that's scary! I have been warning players that it is a lot of money to spend for a few hits and a lot of headaches!
ASAslugger
Pros: awesome right out of wrapper. hitting monster shots. THE best bat out their
Cons: $$$$-(worth it)
Oklahoma/off in the woods
Pros: Its the hottest bat i have ever swung tremendous pop and the ball flys off the that the first night of leauge first pitch i put it about 340' ill give the bat 12 stars out of 10
Cons: The duribilty of bat need imporvemt they dont stand up to a tremdous amount of cuts but miken has been good to get me fixed in a very timely matter
hondaf2003
Pros: INITIAL POP, DISTANCE, AND LOOKS. BAT WAS TRULY HOT SINCE THE FIRST SWING.
Cons: AFTER USING FOR 5 MONTHS NOW THE BAT HAS DEVELOPED A RATTLE INSIDE, DUE TO A PIECE OF MATERIAL INSIDE. ANOTHER SIMILAR BAT FROM AN OPPOSING TEAM HAD SAME RATTLE. IT ACTUALLY DISTRACTS ME. ALSO, A LOT OF THE POP HAS DIMINISHED. THINKING OF SENDING IT IN. NOT HAPPY WITH IT ANYMORE.
FB2225
Pros: Great Bat. Super hot, loved everything about it.
Cons: Had the bat for a week. Played 2 games and one BP session and it broke. It telescoped with the barrel sliding down over the grip. Already sent back to Miken.
team player
Pros: great bat everybody likes it on my team great pop and sweet spot and has nice balance for base hit guys
Cons: has flaws the handle broke in the first month and crack i think its just one man bat
Zklemm
Pros: NONE.
Cons: Bat broke in 5 swings.......JUNK.
sauceman40
Pros: This bat is awesome. I always here about people doctoring bats and have used them before. This bat comes hot and is all ive expected. I used it for the first time today along with my team mates. All were impressed and significantly improved their hitting. i would recommend to all.
Cons: None yet to report. We had about 125 hits today and they all felt great.
JOE from NV
Pros: i have this bat and i love it its a rarity to see another like it around where i play ASA & UTRIP
Cons: none. none at all
great all around bat TINY player
Pros: A guy has a 27 oz. on our team, it's a little too light. We still drop 330+ ft. bombs and screaming liners to the 300 ft. fences.
Cons: Grip is nice but seems really narrow at the handle yet still feels good.
Triad Steve player
Pros: It has a distinctive when the ball is hit off the sweet spot. I knew I hit the spot the first time I heard the sound and the ball really took off. It feels very solid on contact and seems to need little break in.
Cons: Small sweet spot. Im worried about durability but from experience, I know Miken will replace it and back their warranty so Im just going to hit with it.
Sauceman40 Esteban Saucedo player
Pros: Great Bat for 100 hits only.
Cons: This bat broke in half while in my bat bag. This bat kept getting at the joint kept getting loose until it eventually came apart at the joint. Sad because this bat had a great Pop to it. Sad cuz this was the first time i spent $300 for a bat and come to find out it only lasted 2 months. They shouldn't sell anymore.
knob garrick player
Pros: i love this bat. put some monster shots on it.
Cons: the knob just fell off after 25 games
Hot right out of the wrapper!!!! Linedrive10 player
Pros: By far the best ASA bat out of the wrapper!!!
Cons: non yet but I've heard these bats don't last that long. i have had mine for a few weeks and only have used it for games. Bat was rattling after 20 hits. don't know how long it will last.
Another great bat DeeDee Davis coach
Pros: The feel and swing of this bat is the best I've had in years. I have 3 Freak 98's, an NRG, and a Decoy. I also just got an Ultra. This Triad is now my favorite. The pop and movement is fantastic. The fence is this bat's friend.
Cons: None that I have found, besides everyone else wanting to swing my bat.
miken triad Jer player
Pros: excellent bat. everyone on my team that has used it says it has more pop.
Cons: none
Great ASA bat! Rich Navarro player
Pros: Warrantee and bat performs Great! I think the Aftermath and the Triad are the two best ASA bats on the market right now!
Cons: Don't have any at the moment...
triad asa is a must have! FishHeadz player
Pros: I put about 25 to 30 cracks on it and then the bat really started to open up. got a few solid line drives in my first game. in my second game hit a shot to left center that hit the upper part of the light pole on a 310 foot fence. Bat is the truth! according to Miken sports the new 2014 wrapper for the barrel is a lot more durable and have made significant changes to improve durability.
Cons: nothing to report yet
Hot Bat but durability is horrible. AJ player
Pros: This bat is hot out of the wrapper. I hit it today in 65 degree weather. Hit a few shots over a 310 foot fence with a 5 -10 mph wind coming in. I hit a lot of different bats and this and the aftermath are the best ASA bats out there.
Cons: After 100 cuts there are several small cracks in the outer finish of the bat. Also, there are 3 small cracks where the barrel meets the handle. I'm not sure how long this will last.
miken triad jason bowie player
Pros: hot right out the wrapper
Cons: broke half way threw the year but miken is working with me to get a new one
handle problems Swing for the fences! player
Pros: great bat! Would give it 5 stars if I didn't have to fix the handle problem..
Cons: handle glue gives out.... put some 3m 5200 sealant instead and it's working Great with no issues!
Think twice Replacement bat player
Pros: Hot and game ready.
Cons: Lasted less than 30 hits.
Great bat for a very short time Mario Rivera player
Pros: bat drops bombs for short time
Cons: Mine telescoped after the first game . Sent it back and replaced. I babied it until this year and first Bp it exploded. Did hit a few bombers before it self destructed. Miken should have warrantied this 300 stick for a few years knowing the bats short lifespan.
Questions and Answers
Have a question about the Miken Triad Maxload ASA Slow Pitch Softball Bat: STRIMA? Ask our team of experts and they will respond within 24 hours.
Does this bat have the 2013 usssa stamp? Rubio
Aside from being a two-piece, how is this bat different than the Freak NXT Maxload? Nh916er
Does the max load add .5 or 1 full oz. extra weighting on the TRIAD? JesseJames
On previous question they asked if it will have the usssa stamp and you guys answered yes , now the bat features it says ASA only . Will it be legal for usssa or is there a usssa version ? If so will it be a difference between them ? They say new ASA bats are hoter... Oz
When you say the end load is .5 to 1oz does that mean you can order the end weight to what you want? and is there a balanced version of this bat? moondoggy
Does this bat have an .05oz or a full oz end load? tacorice
Is this bat "hotter" than the new Miken Ultra for ASA play. B
Is the triad rated at 100 or 98 and will this bat's performance be similar to miken's famed recoil which ASA banned miken's production A
Can i order the bat with black tape instead of the white tape? Larry Legend
Are we allowd to use this in league play or tournaments without the USSSA stamp? awatata
I regularly swing a balanced 30 oz. but I really like the end loaded feel. So would I benefit more from buying a 30 oz. with a 1 oz. end load or would I benefit more from a 28 oz.? Jaws
Does the end load add to the bats weight? For example, if I buy a 27 oz. Triad, will it actually weigh in at 28-28.5 oz.? Or is the end load included in the total weight? Miken has been known to not include the end load weight in some bats. Ben
Which bat is equal to the Miken NRG? 3rd
What core/compression balls are suppose to be used with this bat? I hear that a harder ball will cause the bat to telescope quickly. brad
Does it matter which softball I use when batting with the Traid? beaver
How would this bat compare to the 2012 Miken Freak Maxload FX 700? I use the 28oz Maxload version of that, and have loved it. What could I look forward to in this bat, compared to the Freak? Big Nasty
Does this bat have the 1.20 Certified stamp on it? Asian Beast
What is the difference between STRIMA and STRIMU? Sergio
Compare to the 2008 Miken Maxload Recoil (red one), what is the difference between them? Also, compare with 2014 ASA 750X. Thanks. DKL
I bought this bat and I play fastpitch, but i'm strong enough to be swinging the weight of the bat. Should I be worried about the speed of the pitches with this bat? abby
I swing the Miken Psycho in 27 oz. We are moving to an ASA league, so would you recommend a 28 oz. Triad, or will they feel similar in weight? MBeers
What is the difference between Maxload and balanced? juancho86
I'm thinking of getting this bat, I am looking for more power and more distance. I am stuck between the Triad and the Miken 750X Maxload. Which one would be better suited for a player that is looking for more power and distance? Big Papi
Would you recommend this bat for someone that wants to get extra distance on their hits? I play ASA, and I currently swing the Miken Ultra 750X and I am looking for another bat that is similar. What would be your recommendation? Big K
I am normally a one piece bat guy, never swung a two piece and I am thinking about getting this bat. Will the flex on this bat comprimise distance? I know it does help with bat speed, but I still want to hit with power. Padres Fan
Is this the best ASA Miken bat to use with the new .52 core softballs? My league will be starting to use the new .52 core balls and I'm looking to get a new bat that is better hitting that type of ball. I use a balanced bat but want to start using a Maxload. Kdo
Is this bat certified for Senior Softball Leagues ? Lou
I swing a 30 oz. 2013 Easton Salvo Comp 98: SP12SV98 and hit bombs with it. I want this bat but am not sure which weight will be best due to being a different company. Help! B Mac
The inside of the bat sounds like little rocks inside the bat after only 3 practice 1/2 swings. Has this happened before? Big Papi
Is this bat half aluminum and has a composite handle? Barndog
About the Brand
During the past few years, serious softball players have looked to Miken Sports for bats that provide the highest levels of performance and durability. Our relentless focus on both technology and the demands of players has made Miken the most demanded line of softball bats today.
Although composites are the latest trend in softball bats, the technology has been the core of Miken's success since the company's inception. Miken pioneered the modern high-performance composite softball bat in 1998 and has pushed the limits with every model since. No other bat company has driven innovation as hard, and the results are indisputable. Look around. If a player is serious about softball, they are most likely swinging a Miken bat.
The success of Miken Sports has been driven by two forces - innovation and a passion for delivering what players demand. The results are obvious. Players have decided that composites are the future for bats, and no one does composite like Miken.
Bat Properties
Approved For | ASA |
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Bat Type | Softball |
Deals | Bundle and Save |
Material | Composite |
Softball Bats | Slow Pitch |
Vendor | Miken |
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