DeMarini CF5 Baseball Bat BBCOR Baseball Bat: DXCFC
Features
-3 Length to Weight Ratio
2 5/8 Inch Barrel Diameter
BBCOR Certified - Approved for H.S. and Collegiate Play
Free Shipping!
Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
TR3 Strut Composite
Two-Piece Fully Composite Design
Half and Half Technology Makes YOU Stronger
Geo Endcap
Doublewall Barrel
Description
Reviews
Average Ratings Based on 159 Customer Reviews
Medarini
Pros: The CF5 is unlike any other composite bat out there. It does not sound like the older composite bats. The older ones sound like a clunk when you hit with it, this sounds like an aluminum. Balance is just as great as the Omen from Easton. Same price as one too. Great power transfer.
Cons: Price is a bit steep
wagon wheel
Pros: Incredible performance for a BBCOR. Well balanced and swings smooth. Only limited game use so far but it seems like it has an enormous sweetspot.
Cons: None yet
homerun hitter 33
Pros: This is the best bat ever. I am 13 years old and i just got the 31" 28 oz. and i can swing it fine. The team has a 2011 demarini voodoo, 2012 louisville slugger EXO, 2012 louisville slugger OMOHA, and a 2012 easton SURGE and this is the best bat by far. IT has way better pop than any of the BESR bats that I have ever used.Almost the whole barrel is a sweet spot.IF you hit it on the CF5 it is GONE!
Cons: NONE NONE NONE this is the best bat ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
marshmallow
Pros: this bat is great. It looks amazing. great pop off the barrel,which takes up half the bat.It has a cool finish which gives it a different feel.
Cons: I got the bat friday, and the tape seperated on saturday afternoon after 4 at bats. Also, it scratches extremely easily. Finally, 400 is a lot for a bbcor. c'mon demarini
Tony G
Pros: Bat looks great and has really good balance, but performance isn't there
Cons: It's stingy and has no distance. Going to be sticking with aluminum for now.
going going gone
Pros: what else can i say...DeMarini has stepped up there game with this bat. It has AMAZING pop for a bbcor or besr. I love the sick graphics on this thing too. This is by far the best bat i have ever owned and i have owned many high quality bats the past couple years.
Cons: why did they put a cons section for the CF5?
baseballer
Pros: This is an amazing bat. Not sure what Tony G is talking about. It has a great feel and the performance is phenomenal.
Cons: The only thing I would say is chipping but it really doesn't matter.
Jason
Pros: Wow there are definitely some Demarini employees writing these reviews! This bat couldn't hit within 40 feet of any of my team's other bbcor bats. The swing weight was great and it looks awesome but that's about it.
Cons: You will be outhit by your teammates who use Surges (or probably ANY other BBCOR bat) :(
Anonymous
Pros: Best bat ever. No it's not hot out of the wrapper. It says COMPOSITE. Break it in before use!
Cons: None
Club Allstar
Pros: The best BBCOR bat out today. The bat is balanced, and has great pop. The cf5 with its new tr3 composite gives it better pop then most bbcor bats because its not alloy.
Cons: 399 is way to much. BESR bats should cost this much not BBCOR! But you'd be a fool not to buy it.
Rek0104
Pros: Large sweet spot for a BBCOR, good feel. It feels just like the CF4 i've been swinging.
Cons: Price. Very similar to the Rawlings 5150, and costs double.
baseballer21
Pros: great pop. sounds and feels like wood but goes much farther. i got it yesterday and it seems very durable. it has a stiff handle which is something i like.
Cons: mine is not broken in yet but i can tell there is a lot more power to come but it does not come fresh right out of the wrapper. it is a composite bat.
CF3 lover
Pros: Looks and Demarini's return policy
Cons: Usually a Demarini fan (CF3 favorite bat all time), but this bat is garbage! Hard to explain, but it feels like the sweet spot has the least amount of pop, the ball goes further when I get jammed! Returned this right away and luckily my return was accepted.
giantsfan9
Pros: i like it alot and its very evenly weighted has a very large sweet spot and a really strange sound but if your not guna buy a bat because it sounds strange when you hit the ball then you dont really care about how your performance is as much as you should. this bat shows how good of a hitter you really are and your power so a little dinky swing wont be a bullet.
Cons: its $400 but i cant complain and also does chip easy.
Notademariniemployee
Pros: the balance on the bat is amazing, and when you hit it it doesn't sound like the old composite bats but not like aluminum either it is in the middle, the pop is very good for a BBCOR i have tested others and there performance isn't close to CF5's i would recommend this to everyone, it is well worth the price
Cons: Nothing
The Great White
Pros: This is a fantastic BBCOR bat. Surprising pop for a BBCOR. BUT... you MUST break it in first! It is composite after all :)
Cons: Nada
wtodd
Pros: Big Sweet Spot, Nice pop, Nicely balanced
Cons: Scratches easily(doesnt effect the performance of the bat), You will eventually need a new grip because the standard one isnt good qualitly
Anonymous
Pros: best bat on BBCOR market. has alot of pop
Cons: none
Reddog32
Pros: I tried this through the demo house, and i loved it! weighting felt great, sounds powerful, and hit shots--and it wasnt even broken in fully!
Cons: price
Jags
Pros: son was using BBCOR 2011 Voodoo before we made this purchase. No comparison... The CF5 is far superior with a better balance and larger sweet spot.
Cons: none... it's a BBCOR, the players who work on their swing are going to be rewarded. The big kids with bad swings are going to be left behind with the new standards.
bomber
Pros: great bat, tons of pop for bbcor feels like the red cf3. BUT the marucci cat 5 has just as much pop if not more
Cons: way to expensive.
CF5
Pros: Best BBCOR bat on the market. The CF5 is worth every penny!! But you need to break it in first.
Cons: Weird sound but it doesn't matter.
demarini addict
Pros: very nice bat great pop very large sweetspot very nice finish seems to always find a hole in the defense also theres really no sting if you hit it wrong
Cons: scratches easily and the tape on the handle came loose
D
Pros: 1- Excellent balance and feel 2- Feels lighter than my same weight and length CF4 BESR 3- Ball explodes off barrel in practice (have yet to use in a game, will see in Fall Ball) 4-Best BBCOR on market (you get what you pay for)
Cons: 1- BBCOR 2- Price 3- Break in period for all composite bats 4- Need another bat til this bat breaks in, more money, (will use Rip-It Prototype, "good bat" as well)
Big baddy
Pros: Large sweet spot, doesn't sting if hit wrong. Worth the money
Cons: takes a while to break in
dr.bleachers
Pros: Probably the best out of the BBCORs.It is smooth,well balanced,decent sweetspot,and incredible pop.Would recommend.
Cons: Not very cheap.
Batobsession
Pros: Amazing!!! Very good pop compared to the other bbcor's. The weight is very well distributed and to my surprise I was able to have a faster swing than normal. Takes a few trips to the cages to break in but it's worth every penny...
Cons: Has some vibration but not nearly enough to sting your hands, a little pricy
da big hitta
Pros: The ball explodes off the bat. I can feel the flex of the barrel. CF5 is very well balanced, and it doesnt sting at all when i hit off-center hits. I got the 33/30 bat, and it feels so light when i swing with it. Overall, best bat that you can buy, if your willing to pay $400. I play Babe Ruth baseball, and i am 13 years old.
Cons: It's $400! But, then again, they are using the most advanced composite material in baseball. Also, as everbody else has been saying, it chips easily. Last but not least, it's BBCOR. All BBCOR bats wont have as much pop because of the new regulations. I know alot of people are saying that Demarini employees are also saying this bat is great, but i wanna say that in no way am i affiliated with demarini, nor do i know anybody who works at demarini.
BigDog#21
Pros: This Bat is amazingly hot when I first took it to the field for batting practice. I can't wait to get in to a game with it. I say it's the best bat on the market of the BBCOR's
Cons: There is no cons for this bat.
Danny
Pros: Huge sweet spot. It's like swinging a tennis racket!! Perfect balance. Great pop. p.s. I don't work for Demarini!!
Cons: Expensive
shy
Pros: none
Cons: this bat isnt worth the money...and it has the worst vibrations i ever felt in a bat...even on the sweet spot it feels like your about to break all of your fingers.
ballplayer
Pros: Has big sweet spot.
Cons: Chips, scratches, rattles, and flat out runs out of hits wayy to fast. This bat will last a year at most.
the one
Pros: Good looks, good pop for bbcor, nice grip, decent barrel size
Cons: Its bbcor which means not alot of pop a little pricy but kinda worth it.
lake county sidewinders baseball
Pros: Well balanced and felt great when swinging it. It better then the voodoo. It is worth the money.
Cons: none yet
Chase
Pros: Looks awesome, sounds awesome, has great pop. Made of a imitation of crystals, making it very durable.
Cons: none. many people think being bbcor is bad, but doesnt really matter if you can adjust.
sasa
Pros: awful has no pop and has 2 much drag
Cons:
nc#10
Pros: Used my friends. has great pop and no sting. give it 5/5
Cons:
butlerbaseball
Pros: this bat is amazing.with the price i was first skeptical but it proved to be the best bat on the market
Cons: none
me
Pros: Great bat feels alot lighter than it is. Very balanced for a bbcor bat.
Cons: Price but you get what you pay for.
bobby
Pros: best bat EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cons: none, best bat ever
Maverick
Pros: everything, and it doesnt vibrate much. idk what everyone is talking about. i dont even use gloves and it feels fine. looks great too
Cons: the price is the only issue
Jimbay
Pros: I bought the 31-28 and really like the feel of the bat. very little vibration which makes me feel like I can hit it anywhere on the bat. Has nice pop to it. Ive hit the Voodoo and the 5150 Velo But at the end of the day I like the results of the Cf5.
Cons: The cost. Could be a little Cheaper.
coolguy55
Pros: nothing
Cons: small sweet spot, bad weight ratios, paint chips, grip falls off, its feels like a wooden bat its horrid.
JOHAN
Pros: ITS AWSOME . I LOVE IT.
Cons: I DONT THINK THERES ANY THING WRONG WITH IT. ITS PRICEY BUT IF YOU ARE A PARENT I UNDERSTAND BUT THEY WILL GET THE WHILES WORTH
Mattttttttty
Pros: Nice look, very balanced, long barrell, good grip
Cons: Expensive
pavmonster
Pros: hes the best pop for any bbcor, nobody beats. Has the best design by far with a sleek design and scinec to back up its technology
Cons: zero
luke elwell
Pros: This bat is the best bbcor bat on the market and it has the most pop of the bat out of all of the bbcor bats I have used. It looks awesome and it is composit which is the best thing a bat can be made out of. Furthermore, the bat has an awesome grip and the grip does not peel easy which is awesome. The gold paint doesn't chip and it is really shiny. The graphics on the bat are so cool. The end cap is made out of what looks like dimands. It feels and looks cool.
Cons: The bat is $400.00 for a bat, but I guess that is the cost for an awesome bat like the CF5.
Harrio
Pros: Great pop for a bbcor and I have been an Easton fan for a while but after using this bat my preference has completely changed
Cons: Price is a bit high
gingi
Pros: When you hit it, it feels so weird
Cons: it is not worth it i would recomend easton stealth bats.
Jabari
Pros: This bat is amazing i had no problems with mine the first day it has a large sweet spot and a lot of pop
Cons: everybody wants to use it
Nasty Lefty
Pros: Demarini has outdone itself once again!!!! My son used to swing the CF3, CF4 (his all-time favorite) and EXO Grid. Then we purchased the EXO Grid BBCOR (not bad) but he wanted to try the CF5 BBCOR and glad he did. LISTEN: THe new rules are there for a reason and the BBCOR is supposed to separate the boys from the men. If you can handle swinging with wood, then you more than likely have reached your limited potential and won't like ANY BBCOR. This one is the best .... period.
Cons: Yes, it's expensive.
amazing
Pros: solid contact nice sound a ton of pop
Cons: grip is kind of slippery
Alex
Pros: The bat is sick !!! Great pop and balance nothing better. Had a invite to test out all the new bbcore bats in carney nc at the USA training facility and I will not hit anything but demarini Alex L South j jersey
Cons: People have a problem with the price I paid 350 for mine you can't put a price tag on your equipment if your a serious ball player why would you. This bat is hands down the best bat in the market!!!!!
auburntigers
Pros: The design is nice. The grip is nice at first before it rips which i can guarantee will happen within two weeks. Above average sweet spot.
Cons: The grip. You also need to give this bat time to break in. At first i thought it was a waste of 400 dollars, but once if finally was able to break it in it was worth every penny.
Andrew D.
Pros: My son plays travel ball and school ball.This bat has great pop,the grip is great,and it might not matter to some people but it looks cool.My son and I recommend this bat to all serious baseball players even though its pricey.
Cons: The price is high,but worth it!
baseballHR22
Pros: The only thing i can think of that is good about this bat is the looks of it, it takes forever to break in and stings ur hands even when u hit it in the sweet spot, its sweet spot is probable about an inch long.
Cons: Wat to expensive! Will last u a year at the longest. Good look, but will ding up really easy, Rattles ur hands even if u hit it in the 1in. sweet spot!
Central Titans
Pros: hands down the best bat my 14 yr old son has ever used. last year he was using the combat B3 and when he started with the new CF5 he immediately noticed the flex and the sound. The bat is just about broken in and the pop is DEFINTIELY noticeable now. The recoil from the flex adds to the power of this bat and is defintely worth every penny.
Cons: Just the amount of time to break it in. If you wwant immediate pop, use it for soft toss with regulation balls for atleast 100 hits.
sam
Pros: Great balance
Cons: No pop off the bat like other bbcor bats
Primetime9
Pros: Alot of pop for a BBCOR
Cons: Second year in a row I have had the knob break off the bat! (CF4 and a CF5) $400 dollar bat with a $3 dollar knob! Never gonna buy another one!
jon
Pros: amazing feel...great pop!....no sting! HUGE sweet spott
Cons: nothing maybe a bit pricey...its worth it tho
unsatisfied
Pros: feels good when you hit it solid
Cons: dont hit it solid and above average sting, bat broke in less than a month, cant use under a certain temperature
J-Dub
Pros: NONE
Cons: This bat has NO POP, the biggest waste of money, I am one of the best power hitters in the nation and this bat is awful!!! Use the baum bat over this anyday!!!!! DO NOT BUY IT!!! Rip it is the best metal BBCOR BAT!
Jacobe
Pros: -Feels light -More pop than any other bbcor bat -Sweet design -Nice grip -Not super expensive any more, better bat than the voodoo for the same price -Doesn't need broken in that much
Cons: -Easily scratched, paint occasionally chips, not a big deal
hey
Pros: looks cool, sounds good, okay pop.
Cons: performs awfully next to the easton s1. they are the same price and the s1 is 10 times better. trust me
CALLITLIKEICIT
Pros: Pretty good bbcor bat. light swing weight. Good while it lasts, but unfortunately, that isnt very long!!!!
Cons: Doesn't last. Bought it last June and used it during the summer. It started losing pop half way through. Completely dead by end of season, and it was $399.99. Demarini's customer service is a joke!!! Buy a Rip-It!! A lot cheaper and great customer service!!!!
Bla Bla
Pros: light
Cons: too expensive and too much flex
Penn Yan Baseball
Pros: well balanced
Cons: lost its pop . Well short of other bats . very disappointed . wood is better
mangus13
Pros: good sweet spot and lots of bend
Cons: i hand broke mine 4 times the caps have came off and the barrel. to much money for the bat it does not preform like it should
hi
Pros: good
Cons:
Bomb Squad
Pros: Good bat, nice pop, pretty big sweet spot. Awesome for a contact hitter! HUGE sweet spot- From the E to the Final I in Demarini
Cons: I liked it for a while, but after I started gaining power, and got stronger, I started to like the stiffer z1000. wasnt worth $400, until I gave it to my brother. So it was a pretty good buy.
cam
Pros: looks kool
Cons: no pop, sounds toom much like a wood bat. Stick to buying the cf5 as a little league bat.
Themans
Pros: The bat has a light feel to it, good for contact hitting cutting over the ball for a solid feel, great sound, and Liners every time.
Cons: Easily scratched, small sweet spot, not a bat for power hitters whatsoever.
dirtypushpop
Pros: THE BEST BAT EVER!!!!!!!!! I hit 34 homeruns with this bat in only 8 games and i am only 11
Cons: AWSOME (ya buddy)
Marauder42
Pros: Looks pretty cool.
Cons: Why waste $400 when you can go buy a voodoo or vexxum for less. No pop and waaayyyy top heavy.
JJ
Pros: everything
Cons: nothing
sambino
Pros: great pop, nice barrel, a great grip
Cons: price
NCknights
Pros: This bat is an okay choice for contact hitters. Used a brand new one from a kid on my team, had 3 line drive base hits. However, the pop isn't that great, and I'm a power hitter, and some of my hits just died off the sweet spot, they didnt carry well like with the 2013 voodoo (red), omen, s1, rip-it and others, some of which are less money...
Cons: Not great pop, do not buy this if you're a power hitter, however great for contact hitters. looks cool, good balance, but WAY overpriced... probably only worth $200 for its performance
M&M
Pros: BEST BAT EVER!!! First up bat got a triple! This bat is the one yo want. Sure it's $400 but worth every dollar! Great pop, extremely balanced, and looks wicked! This is the bat to have!
Cons: Scratchs way to easliy but doesn't affect the performance.
jdivie
Pros: The bat has pop when you hit the sweetspot
Cons: I've had the bat for about one month and I hit okay but when I use my other bat the combat b3 adult I hit great. also it scratches and small sweetspot
Manny
Pros: Great bat a lot of pop and very balanced. Used it for 3 games and have 4 doubles and 3 singles. Best BBCOR out there in my opinion.
Cons: Scratches easily but it doesn't really matter
th real deal
Pros: not much
Cons: its very top heavy not good for a kid 13 yearsold he probally wont be able to use it until he goes to high school im guessing it has pop cuz it costs 400 not a good bat buy the easton typhoon save money and has 10x more pop
Terryl
Pros: has a lot of pop
Cons: sounds wierd
Joey
Pros: Good weight distribution
Cons: Bat is dead after one season... Not worth the money.
Mr Guy
Pros: Lots of pop, great feel, feels WAY lighter than it should. Feels like a drop 5 or even drop 8 even though its bbcor.
Cons: expensive, everyone wants to use it
One handed Wonder
Pros: Great placement of weight allows for centripetal force to increase momentum which = more bat speed.
Cons: price is steep on this sight. amazon has a few new listed under $200
yasman
Pros: lots of power
Cons: i have nothing bad about this bat
Tommy
Pros:
Cons: This bat had very little pop compared to other bbcor bats. I would not recommend this bat to anyone.
Swiping2
Pros: Purchased the 33 -3 and the bat felt more like the weight of a 32.
Cons: Very small sweet spot and when you do hit the sweet spot the ball does not go nearly as far as it feels like it should, ive swung the BBCOR voodoo and have been very dissapointed with Demarini, save your money and get the Rawlings velo or the Rip-It prototype II much better BBCOR bats in my opinion.
baseball guy 11
Pros: good pop good grip very balanced
Cons: to me your paying 400 for the pop of the voodoo but still a great bat
CENTRAL TITANS
Pros: THIS IS MY 2ND REVIEW OF THE SAME CF5. MY 14YR OLD SON STILL HAS TONS OF POP FROM THIS BAT. IN FACT, HE JUST WON HIS TEAM A BYE IN THEIR LAST TOURNAMENT WITH A TRIPLE OFF THE LEFT FIELD FENCE. THE BAT IS STILL PRODUCING AMAZING HITS IN THE GAP AND OUT HITTING ANY OTHER BAT HE HAS EVER USED. WHEN SQUARED UP AND HIT IN ITS ENORMOUS SWEET SPOT THERE ISN'T A BETTER SOUNDING BAT. MY SON IS A POWER HITTER AND THAT'S WHAT THIS BAT IS MADE FOR. IN MY OPINION SOME OF THIS BATS REVIEWS ARE FROM SINGLES HITTERS USING THE WRONG BAT?? iF YOU ARE A STRAIGHT OUT POWER HITTER THAN THERE ISN'T A BETTER BAT YOU CAN GET THAN THIS ONE!!!!
Cons: THE BAT DOES SCRATCH VERY EASILY BUT IS NOT AFFECTING ITS PERFORMANCE WHATSOEVER !! TAKES A FEW SWINGS TO GET USED TO THE FLEX.
baseballbrendo
Pros: I think its a great composite bat with the half n half technology, it gives you a more effitiont and lighter swing and its the balanced bat on the market. the best bat, the best price, The DeMarini CF5.
Cons:
Baseball1
Pros: Solid bat. has good pop, good balance, well worth the money
Cons: Chips easily
Horrible
Pros: No pros worst bat I've ever used.
Cons: Never feels like you get solid contact. Always feels like you hit it of the end no matter what. DO NOT BUY!! Getting an Easton S1 best BBCOR bat out there.
bmw2012
Pros: amazing bat im betting one as soon as i get enough money its has amazing feel one and probably the lightest bbcor ive ever held XD
Cons: little pricey but thats why im getting a 2012 instead of 2013 and i think 2012 looks better XD
Kubasaki BB
Pros: quick break-in and a light swing weight.
Cons: after the season it lost all pop. This bat was amazing until after the season.
Zackkk
Pros: Great Balance, Pop and Feel!! Love This Bat!1
Cons: The Grip gives blisters.
gsep
Pros: great pop i hit so well a little bit of contact and you are driving the ball best bbcor bat ive used
Cons: NONE
big slugger
Pros: ive had this bat for a year and half now its great for base hits and has a nice long barrel for a bigger sweet spot then the usual bbcor bat
Cons: scratches easy, kinda handle heavy if you ask me, grip comes off and when you first get hits with it stings alot
Antonio G.
Pros: It has a lot of pop to it. It looks nice its cost alot if money but you get what you paid for. I pkay on a team and ever since i got this bat i been only hitting doubles and homeruns i have batted 21 times and only got out 4 times i recommend this bat to anyone who wants to be a better hitter. This bat is worth it
Cons: None
TRIPP
Pros: GREAT FEEL. LOVE IT!
Cons: ALL THE OTHER PLAYERS WANT TO USE IT!
Anonymous
Pros: One of the best bats ever. It has great po and its balenced. It has great flex which helps you drive the ball farther.
Cons: you should practice hitting with it to break it in before using it at a game.
BC Prospects
Pros: The best martial it has the most pop out of all my bats. Very easy to control. I recommend it to everyone!
Cons: NONE
juan
Pros: Good bat. Feels Smooth.
Cons: Not that alot of pop.
jokerpaiz
Pros: nice bat very expensive.
Cons: broke from handle,never seen metal bats brake.after a year of use,for the price is not worth the time of use.
batdood
Pros: its amazing, has great pop.
Cons: none yet.
Clutch
Pros: Perfect for base hits and power shots when you need it.
Cons: Everyone wants to use it
Bigjuice22
Pros: This bat has so much pop when broken in. I love this bat!!!!!!!
Cons: ABSOLUTELY NONE.
back to the fence
Pros: good bat top heavy great pop
Cons: good for half a season or one and then the pop is gone and price is steep
Billy bO
Pros: ITS A GREAT BAT THAT MAKE YOU HIT IT FAR
Cons:
frazcrusher
Pros: the greatest bat I've ever had, great for the price.
Cons: you will get a better deal if you buy it in a bat pack
Bigslamdan
Pros: Great pop, basically the same as the new CF5, just cheaper. If you are thinking about getting the new one just get this and a nice wood bat for the same price.
Cons: Not the best grip, easy fix with pine tar.
Showtime
Pros: perfectly balanced. Ball jumps off of the bat- LOTS of pop. Love the grip.
Cons: Paint scratches easily
james
Pros: great pop has a huge barrel and love it
Cons: none
Bigpapa5555
Pros: The CF5 is an outstanding bat. The S2 is also an excellent bat.
Cons: A little pricey.
Justinj132
Pros: Bat is amazing, the pop is incredible.It takes a little while to break-in but once broken-in it hits like no other bat! I'm very happy I got this bat.
Cons: It took a little while to break-in.
Baseball Kid
Pros: This bat has such a sick design and it has amazing grip and it sounds really cool when the ball hits the barrel. Their is hardly and vibration whether you hit it on the sweet spot or the end of the bat or even inside. Has great pop too.
Cons: nothing
Logan
Pros: I used this bat during batting practice after taking a 2 year break and love it. havent tried the rip-it yet but this bat is amazing. good pop, good grip. the sweet spot is all through the bat. didnt get one stinger on a 33 degree day. love it!
Cons: None!
Garrett
Pros: Very well balanced bat, Great Pop. Excellent Price.
Cons: None
JJ
Pros: Good pop if you arent quite a power hitter.
Cons: If you have any power if felt it was a struggle to drive the ball, just didnt get the carry you get like a Z1000 or Exo, Marucci also.
beastbaseballer9
Pros: I am a high school baseball player and extremely impressed with this bat. It has AMAZING POP with a very light-feeling swing for the fastball pitchers. It has by far the lightest swing on the market and has a humongous sweet spot. Comes in pretty broken in, but progressively gets better the more you use it. You can feel the trampoline effect the second the ball makes contact with the bat. Best choice for the contact hitters who know how to put the ball in play looking for an extra boost of power on their swing.(Especially good for the opposite field hitters) Great bat for a great price
Cons: Doesn't have that loud "ping" you would have in most alloy bats.
laughytaffy
Pros: great pop great sound. very balanced
Cons: waranty. my composite was cracking so i sent it back and they returned it saying it "wasnt from normal use" never used it on anything but leather covered baseballs
baseballer
Pros: Great bat, huge sweet spot, loving it.
Cons: Everybody uses it.
dtmarini
Pros: I bought the bat pack with the CF5 and the Vexxum, it is the best deal out there. Everybody should get the bat pack.
Cons: Absolutly nothing.
Anonymous
Pros: alright look
Cons: this bat has bad pop and it cracked right when i got it not a good choice
Chylers Boy
Pros: Competes with the old CF3!! The CF5 is really nicely balanced. Everyone says it feels like a -5 which is perfect for someone making the transition to a -3 for highschool. Gets hotter with age!
Cons: Everyone asks if they can use it.
Eli Manning
Pros: Its not about the bat but I Was chatting with Cooper G and he was a big help he sure helped me find the right bat I wanted !
Cons: None
Anonymous
Pros: demarini has always put out a great bat, this one is no different,lots of pop my so
Cons:
suwanneeboy14
Pros: This bat is excellent. I was in the market for a bat and I tried multiple different DeMARINI modules including the 2012 M2M and the 2012 voodoo. They also had a 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Omaha balanced that I tried. But this bat stood out with the amount of pop and balance with the hint of nose heaviness. So I bought it and now have it broken in and love this bat. Great Job DeMARINI!
Cons: Only one so far that is it scratches very easy but when you get ball marks on it you can't see them.
Susan
Pros: Has really good pop and I also have the 2013 CF5 and I really can't tell the difference, only the 2013 is a little bit more even.
Cons: It came with two chips on the bat.
jxjdjzks
Pros: good pop hit 2 homeruns
Cons: none
Jayman1999
Pros: My friend just bought this bat and he is very protective of it. He puts a sock over the end of it to keep it from scratching. He has hit a lot better since he got it and i want him to keep doing good come game time.
Cons: He yells at you if you try and touch it
epicness
Pros:
Cons:
Carter
Pros: Great bat, has great pop! Grip is good too.
Cons: Cost and it takes some time to break in.
roej
Pros: Very balanced good pop for a bbcor hit a Homer last night with it hits hard line drives but also the long ball overall a great bat that I would recommend for anyone
Cons: I didn't really like the sound it makes but that doesn't effect the performance. If you hit it of the handle or end it doesn't go anywhere
TheKId
Pros: for those who say this is bad bat, i strongly disagree, this bat has so much pop its unreal
Cons:
jj
Pros: It usually never gets worn out.
Cons: This is a horrible bat for ages 13-15. It has barely any pop and first of all, never buy a BBCOR composite bat.
The Kid
Pros: The bat is nicely weighted and very light. It has a great pop and the bat grip is great for people who can't stand batting gloves. Also it is durable.
Cons: Teamates want to use it a lot and it's price.
cam99
Pros: First weekend out my son crushed four shots I previously thought impossible. Great pop, large sweet spot.
Cons: None, bought it used at a sports exchange $100.
Mr sports
Pros: Amazing pop Good balanced feel Great grip
Cons: Price Break in period
RWE98
Pros: This bat is absolutely amazing! Very well balanced, never swung a bat so balanced the new Omaha is the only bat that even compares. Love the thickness of the barrel and how it carries all the way down to the handle unlike most one-pieces or other two-pieces. It has amazing pop and is a very quiet bat. Teammates heard the sound it makes and told me it was broken, then they hit with it and loved it. Strongly suggest this bat.
Cons: I've had no problems with it other than I wouldn't use it during a cold game.
drose
Pros: This bat is very good. Super light and a lot of pop. It's better than the Easton S1.
Cons: Nothing.
bruiser
Pros: This bat is a beast. A lot of pop, best bat ever.
Cons: Nothing.
Orials15
Pros: Great bat with lots of pop and no sting AT ALL! And nice grip.
Cons: Everybody wants to use it.
ChrisB
Pros: I guess it's only for contact hitters.
Cons: I'm a power hitter and I bought the bat new and couldn't get a far hit off of the sweet spot but when my friends used it who were contact hitters would get good shots. Doesn't make sense. DON'T GET IF YOU HAVE ANY TYPE OF POWER AT THE PLATE!
Great bat
Pros: Great pop and great feel little heavy but okay I've hit two over the fence this year and just love the bat
Cons: Heavy and grip could be better
Anonymous
Pros: good pop for a little while.
Cons: small sweet spot. handle snapped randomly halfway through its first season. bat sounded almost dead right when i got it. not worth all the money. very disappointing with the quality of this bat.
Pablo Nunez Sanchez Ramirez III
Pros: looks "cool"
Cons: terrible for breaking in. had the bat for over 3 months and hits like it isn't broken in. no pop off the bat.
MrBocce
Pros: Finally, a bat my son uses! No longer watching my son's bat gather dust while he borrows a teammate's bat. Back-to-back triples in his first game using this bat.
Cons:
baseballslife
Pros: It has good pop when you hit the sweet spot. light swing weight.
Cons: It feels balanced, but it is really not. whenever you get an inside pitch, it is hard to get the sweet spot.
jacob 55
Pros: nice bat with large sweet spot
Cons: not a lot of pop and takes a long time to break in
Slugger10
Pros: I got a lot of pop from the bat and it feels lighter when you get used to it.
Cons: Grip tape isn't the best.
baseball killerzz
Pros: This bat is an amazing bat. Great pop, sounds and looks great. Amazing balance, amazing grip, and fair price. I would recommend this bat.
Cons:
AC
Pros: very well balanced, get the bat through the strike zone quickly. Good bat for contact and power hitters. Great feel and look. My teammates love it.
Cons: price is high and have to rotate bat to break in the composite. Breaking in composite takes 4 months to a year.
baseballboy1234567
Pros: great bat all around..balanced and light.
Cons: the cap loosens quick causing the bat to lose its pop
the hitman
Pros: good pop
Cons: it broke in half (im serious) after about 10 swings in the cage
2012 CF5 Baseball4life player
Pros: Good feel, great pop, nice grip, cool wood bat sound, durable
Cons: Everybody wants to use it.
MX Zone
Pros: This bat has a very light swing weight and a large contact area with strong pop, excellent grip and minimal vibration unless you hit off the end/cap area. If your looking for a bat that is quicker due to a lighter swing weight than a Plasma, 5150, S1 or any other so called balanced bats I'd put this one on the must try or buy list. It really set the bar for balance and power. It's also requires little break in and can be used out of the wrapper.
Cons: Vibration when hit at the end of the bat and price. DeMarini has a stingy return policy but the bat does hold up well.
Demarini Cf5 aaron player
Pros: It has a very balanced swing, feels very light and has a good pop when you hit the sweet spot.
Cons: The end cap shortens up the sweet spot a little bit and the bat vibrates really bad when you hit it off the end. It also scratches easily if that matters.
No Pop Corey Hudnall player
Pros: This bat needs a thicker grip on it. Regripped it twice. But overall, if you hit it on the sweet spot, it's gonna go.
Cons: Chipping and no grip
Questions and Answers
Have a question about the DeMarini CF5 Baseball Bat BBCOR Baseball Bat: DXCFC? Ask our team of experts and they will respond within 24 hours.
Does this bat have pop like a besr bat? MM21
is it worth the cost ? cheesehead
Do you think High Schools will look at the Composite barrel badly even though it is BBCOR approved? Batman
It sais the bat is BBCOR but in the picture it does not show the BBCOR stamp. If you were to buy it would the BBCOR stamp be on it? James
which BBCOR bat hits like this but for a cheaper cost? blake.jackson
I am a line drive hitter. Would this bat be right for me. Just wondering if this bat favors power hitters over line drive guys ultimate_philly_phanatic
Will the CF5 go through a breakin process similar to the older composite bats? Will they get better with time or are they as good as they are going to be out of the wrapper? AK
Is this a good bat for power hitter? WildcatCF
Will the bbcor standard be permanent? Will the CF5 bbcor exceed this standard after the break-in process? Lead-Off
Judging by the price, how much more performance does this bat have compared to other BBCOR bats. Jake21
is this bat legal for CIF High School playi in California? moneyman
Will this bat meet all the restrictions for 14 U up baseball for USSSA and High School? Dad wanting to get a bat that will last.
Which would be a better BBOCR bat The Demarini CF5 or The Demarini Voodoo 2012 Nick
I have been trying to decide whether to get the CF5 or the 2012 Voodoo, and I was going to get the Voodoo when my friends told me to get the CF5. I understand they are both good bats, but if you had to choose one between the other, which one would you choose? socal balla
does this bat have a lot of flex in the handle when you hit it? and what bbcor bat would you recommned for at line drive hitter? Dragons5
what stiff handle bat would you recommend for a line drive hitter? Dragons5
which would be better for a power hitter the demarini voodoo 2012 or demarini cf5 2012? Homerun Hitter
I am looking to get a new bat that i can get a few years out of. Will this be legal next year also? and will this be good for a contact hitter such as myself? Lorenzo
Two questions: 1) How will this bat compare to the new Easton S1 when it becomes available; and 2) we have had problems with the paint/finish of other Demarinis - have they done anything to address that? MEL
What is the best BBCOR bat available? CuriousGeorge
How can this bat be better than other BBCOR bats out there when there is a limit on the amount of pop a bat can have? i-play-baseball
Which bat would you go with - the CF5 or the Marucci Black? flad32
is this bat really worth $400 and is there something cheaper that preforms just as good or even better? TB
I read online that you should not use this bat in temps below 60 degrees because it may break. Is this true? rebelcruizer
I read online you should not use this bat in temps below 60 degrees. Is this true? rebelcruizer
Which is better? An adult cf5 or a adult omen? matsui55
I'm very confused on which bat to get, I depend on demarini for my bats but the 2012 voodoo bat also look promising. I'm a power hitter , so which one is best and why? Baseballdude27
1)Is this bat or the Omen better for a contact hitter who likes a big sweetspot? 2)Is the Omen or the CF5 more top heavy? Thanks spives1
Is this bat designed to hit home runs or just to get on base? Ryan
is this bat end weighted Gman
What is the most balanced bbcor bat out? Gman
USSSA certified? parker
Which adult BBCOR bat is more balanced: the 2012 Demarini CF5 DXCFC, the Easton S1 BB11S1, the Easton Omen BNC2, or the Louisville TPX Z-1000 BB12Z? Also, which of the above four bats are considered for use more by line drive hitters than power hitters? dodger
I have a 15 year old son, he is torn between the rip it prototype II and the cf5. He is a general line drive contact hitter with a little pop. Not sure if price difference is worth it. rip it is getting great reviews, but I heard it was end loaded, thoughts??? bball
I am choosing between this CF5, the bbcor voodoo, the bbcor vexxum, and the bbcor M2m. which has the most flex and which is least end-loaded? buckeye
hey i am a highschool baseball player and i just recently purshased the bat, and i think when i brought it it came deformed because everytime i hit with it i feels like all of my fingers are about to break...and thats not because its cold or im just not getting it on the sweet spot but no matter where it comes of it hurts because of all the vibration...so i was wondering if i could send it back and get another bat. Shy
Is this bat also able to be used in Juniors Little League? Mike
this or the easton xls thtbaeballguy
Which Bat is better for Power hitter? cf5 or the new rawlings 5150? Atrain27
do composite bbcor bats lose their pop more quickly than alloy? dad
Can you suggest which Demarini would be best for a contact hitter? I'm looking for singles/doubles more so than jacks. Tom
Are all CF5's, including the -8 drop for Babe Ruth Leagues, BBCOR approved? batman
CAN THIS BAT BE USED IN VERMONT HIGH SCHOOL COMPETION? COACH MAC
this bat or demerini voodoo 2012 john shleburne
knowing the difference in the drop weighting,what is the performance difference between a bbcor cf5 and a voodoo sc4 alloy if any. Thanks Gene
Can the bat get worn out if I use it too much? (I hit about 50-100 balls a day) Mick
What makes this bat better than the Voodoo? My son had the CF4 BESR last year and loved the feel. Other than the difference between BBCOR and BESR, will he notice anything else?0 Jeff
does this bat chip or scrape easily matt
is this bat allowed in Pony League? Steve
Does the CF5 come in a drop 5? batboy
What size should I get? I'm 5'9 and weigh 140 I usually get 32? BaseballBoy
Does the grip split easily? blt
Im 5'7 15 and 123 but really strong and bench alot. I am looking to go to 33-30 bat. I am coming from a 32-29 and am wondering if I should go up? Dan
Does it matter where the BBCOR stamp is on the bat? scott
Dear Expert: I am about to purchase this bat and it must meet the "composite standard." The list has not been updated since March '11. How do I know that it will be considered legal for my son's competitive play? Below is the language from the NFHS site last year of approved bats and the CF4 is listed. Yes I see on the description it says it is BBCOR approved. At this price I just want to be 100% that it will not be a problem. Thanks. COMPOSITE BATS THAT MEET THE BALL EXIT SPEED RATIO (BESR) AND THE ACCELERATED BREAK IN (ABI) PROCEDURE AND APPROVED FOR THE 2010-11 ACADEMIC YEAR Jon
I am deciding between a CF5 and a Voodoo. I'm about 6'1" 180lbs. I'm pretty strong. Which one should I get? Jesse
My son is 5'9' and weighs 137. What size would you recommend? 32/29 or 33/30? matt
How does this bat comapare to a Marruci Black? Is it worth the extra $100?? ingle
BBCOR designates what? bob
How long would you say it takes to break in the CF5 pretty well? Tyler
About what tepmerature is to cold to hit with the CF5? DeVo
Which bat has the most balanced and quickest swing, The DXCFC, The BB11S1, or The BB11X1? The Detroit Tigers
Is this bat legal for junior legion play even though it has a composite handle? docman
Why did this bat get discounted by $100? zach
what is a better bat the Voodoo or the CF5? l dog
Which is better for a contact hitter, the CF5, Rip-It, or Marucci Black? Boss
I'm getting ready to go into High School and I'm looking for a BBCOR bat. Will this bat remain legal because it is a full composite bat? Power Hitter
The Marucci Cat5 33/30 bat was legal for BBCOR play and does feature a BBCOR stamp. But the bat was banned. OscarA
Is this bat the best bat on the market for BBCOR ? hitter
do you need to break this bat in? Maes22
My son is 12 and 5'7"/175 lbs. He is a strong hitter with a big, powerful swing. Is the CF 5 the best bat for him and if so, will he be better off with a 33 or 32. He's grown almost 4 inches in the past yr. I'm 6'5"/260. Jim
I am a top of the order hitter, so would it be better for me to have this bat or to go with the XL2? Also, is the CF5 any better in performance than the XL2? Cards#5
Will you guys be getting any more bats soon? Specifically the 31/28 version. Thanks. Will
Is this bat legal for high school ball in Texas? Is it 100% composite? Mike
How does this bat compare to the XL1 based on performance, price and life of the bat? PigPen27
What is the difference between the 2012 CF5 BBCOR: DXCFC and the new 2013 CF5? Andy M
Is the DeMarini CF5 or the Metalstorm Black dragon a better balanced bat for a line drive hitter? Kyle
What do the numbers on the end of the barrel mean? hhsslugger
Doesn't this bat require the BESR stamp to be legally used in high school? larry mary
Is the 2013 CF5 a better bat? What are the differences? LW
It's really about the 2013, but will they ban these bats after the 2011-2012 season? sank
Is the CF4 better than the COMbat B52? Looking at a 30/22. Cweb
Is the DeMarini CF5 32" 29 oz approved for USSSA 14 and under league? trav
Is the CF5 a balanced bat or end-loaded? bigsdad
Im a 5'8" 165lb. 14 yr. old that is currently swinging a 2012 easton omen bbcor,and hitting very well with it. would this be a good upgrade for me? #11
is the Demarini CF5 as top heavy as the Demarini Voodoo? chris
Is this bat's weight distributed greatly for a power hitter or a contact hitter? Baseball is my life
I am 12 years old and 115 pounds. I have a very quick swing speed. I am also 5 feet 4 and a half inches. Would you recommend the Demarini CF5 for me or the Easton XL2? Baseball is my life
I am 15 years old and and weight 160 lbs, I am a power hitter. Which bat would be better for me, a 2012 CF5 or a 2013 Vexxum? Ambrientano
I was wanting to know if this was legal for Babe Ruth play in 2013 since it is a BBCOR bat but it is composite. Trevb04
is it this bat more for a contact hitter or power hitter? powerswing10
I am 13, 135 pounds and 5' 8" tall. What would you recommend for me the Voodoo the CF5 or the Easton XL3? It will have to be BBCOR -3 and 2 5/8". Zawesome55
What bat is the most balanced out of CF5, Voodoo or S3? Which one is most top heavy? indians#28
Is this Bat Approved for usssa League? Jimmy
I am a line drive/contact batter and can't decide whether to buy a 2012 cf5 or 2012 voodoo. what would you recommend? ( I've used my friends voodoo and really liked the feel. Is the cf5 really that much better? Joe
If BBCOR bats were made to meet at the same standards abd not out perform others bbcor bats why do some cost alot of money like this one and other ones? Why would i pay $250 for a bat made to perform like a bat that is $90? LH
Between the 2012 and 2013 CF5, which one is less top heavy? All star 15
I am 5 foot 1 107 lbs. And a contact hitter would a 31' 28oz. Bat be reasonable size? HomerunsGood
Is the CF5 and Vexxum both little league approved? fish 15 baseball
Hows the pop on this bat? Is it better than a CF4? TD#3
I am 5 foot 5 125 lbs. Would a 33in 30oz be a reasonable bat size for me? bat boy
How does this bat compare to the 2013 DeMarini Vexxum? baseballer
Is the barrel composite if its bbcor? darkfire710
Does this bat come with Demarini's 1 year bat warranty? PopFly5
Would this bat still have pop after a year or so of use? C
Will this bat be legal for the upcoming 2013 season? Will the CF5 last a while durability wise? I am going to buy my first BBCOR bat for high school. I am debating the 2012 CF5 or the Marucci Black 1. I am a contact hitter. What length do you recommend? I am 5/10 125 lbs. I heard the Marucci Black knob comes off is that true? Junior777
Is the marucci black 1 bbcor for contact hitters. Where can I find this bat. Ok I am most likely going to get the 2012 demarini cf5 bbcor bat is it good for contact hitters. Will it be legal in the upcoming 2013 season?? Thank you Mauri
I'm a line drive hitter trying to gain power, and I want a composite bat, preferably a two-piece. What is the best bat for me? Ben
Is the 2012 DeMarini CF5 BBCOR: DXCFC Adult baseball bat good for a contact hitter? Bruno
Which bat would be better batter with less strength? The DeMarini CF5 or the DeMarini Voodoo? Brad
Which bat would you recommend for a line drive hitter trying to gain some power and distance, the DeMarini CF5 or Vexxum? J
Could you guys make a bat pack with the old Rawlings 5150 BBCOR? dave
Does the 2012 DeMarini CF5 BBCOR: DXCFC Adult come with a warranty even if it is part of a bat pack? baseball for dayz
How many hits does it take to break this bat in? Rod
My son is 12 and about 70lbs and 4'6. His league team is requiring him to get a BBCOR bat. Would this bat be a good fit? I have checked your bat coach and it seems that all the bats are too big. What is your recomendation? Petch34
What bat is better for a power hitter the Easton XL3 or the CF5? Antonio
I am a 15 y/o 5'10/140lbs contact and line drive hitter who is going into my first high school season. Which bat would you recommend? The 2012 Demarini CF5 BBCOR, TPX EXO2 BBCOR or the 2013 Rawlings 5150 BBCOR? CLUTCH23
I am 17 years old, 5'6'' 150 pounds. I am a contact and line drive hitter and was looking for a new bat. I am deciding between the 2012 Voodoo and the 2012 CF5. both 32-29...-3. Which do you think is best suitable and the overall better bat? Thanks Nards
Is there a package with the cf-5 and the xl-1? eagle
Is the XL2 BBCOR or this CF5 BBCOR better for a guy that's 5 foot tall and weighs 90 pounds? a2000
Is this bat legal in Babe Ruth league? Big D
Can you get a bat pack with two CF5's? mbrown6
I am 42 years old and play in a 35 and over league. I am 6'0, 210 lbs. I still have a pretty quick swing, but I am not a home run hitter. Line drive singles and doubles. How would you compare the CF5 to the Voodoo for someone like me? Nick
How would you compare this bat against an Easton S2 for a contact hitter? 2ndbase
I have the 2012 Rip-It and it's end loaded (top heavy). I don't like top heavy bats because I can't get my bat out quick enough. Does this bat have good balance, unlike the Rip-It? Jeremy
Does this bat have the same weight distribution as the Easton S1? Is this bat good for a quicker swing? Jeremy
What is the difference between the 2012 BBCOR CF5 and the 2013 BBCOR CF5? Nike swag
Is this a big barrel bat? brandon
What is better in your opinion, the 2012 DeMarini CF5 BBCOR: DXCFC or the Easton S1 BBCOR: BB11S1? batboy
Is there a temperature restriction on this bat? cole train
Are you still getting more of the 2012 CF5 BBCOR bats in stock? jack
Just purchased a 2012 DeMarini CF5 BBCOR DXCFC and want to make sure I break it in correctly. I read that you recommend 150-200 soft toss swings or swings off a tee. Could I use a SwingAway for this break-in, as well? Larry
Is there a difference between this DeMarini CF5 and the new DeMarini CF5? tl
What is a good bat weight to use on this bat? Hunter
I am 5'11" and weigh 186 lbs. What length should I use? Ap
Will the price go down anytime soon? Carter
Will the CF5 perform differently if not broken in corectly? jose
How do you break in a bat correctly? jwak
I'm 5'9" to 5'10" 110 lbs. What size bat should I use? gig
Is the BPF on this 1.15? HAMMER07
I am 5'6" 160lbs. I hit for both contact and power. Is 32" 29 oz. the right size for me? Adog1212
Is there a difference between the white DeMarini CF5 and the brown DeMarini CF5? I feel like I hear about more complaints with the white one. achsbaseball
My federation league changed the bat ruling, providing me with the opportunity to use a BBCOR for the next four years. I'm 5'8" and around 120 pounds, and I wanted to know if this bat is durable enough to last within that time frame. Is it? Hunter N
Is this bat as good as the red DeMarini Voodoo BBCOR? bsseball kid
Which BBCOR bat has the biggest sweet spot: 2013 Voodoo, 2012 CF5, or 2013 CF5? Biggest Sweet Spot
Does this bat take time to break in? My friend's CF4 did. Tyler
I'm a power hitter, 5' 9-10", and about 175 lbs. Which would be a better bat for me to get, the CF5 or the Black 2? Bluejays#3
I'm 14, 5' 7" and 125 lbs. I hit for contact and power. What size would be good for me? I have a 32" S4 by Easton and I hit great with it but i want something with a little more pop. aaron#4
Which is better for a high school contact hitter? This model of the CF5 or the 2013 Rawlings VELO? Brady
Is this a better bat than the 2013 Limited Edition Voodoo if I'm 5'5 160 and play high school ball? jackie robinson
My son is 12 and currently using -10 31 in 2013 XL1 and having no problems. He is moving into Connie Mac and middle school baseball this fall. Rules are must be -3 and BBCOR certified. He is only 4'10 and 80 lbs. Not real strong and is a singles doubles hitter looking for more pop. What can you recommend? baseball dad
Hello, i'm 15, 6' 1", 245 lbs, and mainly a power hitter. I like to use a fairly balanced baseball bats. Is the CF5 good for me? Krebd
Is this bat more of a contact or power bat? jack
I'm 14, in colt or high school ball (depends on what i make) 5'9" and 165 lbs., and mostly hit for power, What bat do you recommend? john
I'm 14, 145 lbs. What bat would be better for me the DeMarini CF5 or an Easton XL? Also what size? Alex
Can I use this bat in the batting cages, or will it damage the bat? Tvo
I'm able to play JV ball this year but I'm a smaller guy at 100 lbs. I've always been a good stick. Is this bat a good choice? eric
I am 14 and 5' and I am a contact hitter. I am looking for a very balanced bat with light bat swing. Is this the right bat for me or would you suggest some other bat. daniel
In the picture, it shows the bat has a white knob. On the CF5 I received, it had a black knob. Why is this? stormbaseball22
What is the difference between this and the 2013 CF6? adam
Is this bat good for a power hitter? hitter99878
What's the difference between a CF5 and a CF6 bat? easy.does.it.
About the Brand
In 1992, DeMarini Sports had something to celebrate. The three-year-old company had climbed a rung on the proverbial ladder of success, moving its world headquarters from a dirt-floored barn to a slightly larger metal shack. "It was a big move for us," recalled Ray DeMarini from the batting cage of DeMarini Sport’s present-day Bat Industrial Complex. "The new shop was larger, more storm resistant, and -best of all- it had a heater."
In the early days, DeMarini Sports hardly made a blip on the radar screen of softball. With no retailers and virtually no advertising budget, DeMarini grew steadily by selling high-performance bats directly to customers. While established companies made "juiced" bats for the pros and ordinary bats for the public, DeMarini focused on making one line of high-performance bats for pros and amateurs alike. This approach, combined with a passion for the sport, led to the greatest innovation in softball history - the world’s first multi-wall bat: the DeMarini Doublewall.
Released in 1993, the DeMarini Doublewall was the world’s first multi-wall bat. Like a modern golf driver or oversized tennis racket, the Doublewall had a giant "sweetspot," which allowed average players to hit like pros. DeMarini’s sales exploded, and before long opposing bat manufacturers to notice. DeMarini - a homegrown company led by a softball fanatic - had shaken the establishment silly.
To understand the rise of the DeMarini Dynasty, you need to know Ray DeMarini. A cult hero among avid players, Ray DeMarini emerged on the professional softball scene at the age of 40, a veritable geriatric among younger players. With a scientific approach to training, a batting speed of 96 miles-per-hour and a bombastic attitude, DeMarini fast earned a reputation as a savage competitor.
In June of 1987, ESPN launched a nationwide search for a hardcore player to advise on a series of instructional softball videos. When approached by producer Erich Lytle, the biggest boys in softball repeatedly spoke of a five-foot-seven softball giant—Ray DeMarini. DeMarini had mastered reflex hitting, a technique that drops the ball squarely between the infield and outfield. Impressed with DeMarini's knowledge and scientific approach to training, Lytle not only hired Ray as an advisor—he hired him as the host. Together, they produced Ray DeMarini's Reflex Hitting System, ESPN's most successful home video to date.
Having garnered national recognition through ESPN, Ray turned his efforts toward designing a high-performance bat for the masses. To accomplish this, he needed an engineer. "Not just an engineer," he said, "but a boot-strapping rocket scientist who could build an empire with pocket change." Ray's call was answered by Mike Eggiman. Having grown up on a farm, Eggiman was adept at making the most of a situation. Case in point: the company's first piece of automated bat-making equipment had the heart of an abandoned washing machine.
With Eggiman as Chief Engineer, DeMarini Sports delivered a series of industry firsts: the first multi-wall bat (Doublewall Distance), the first high-performance bat for massive players (Fatboy) and the first high-performance youth bat (Black Coyote).
In 2000, DeMarini joined forces with Wilson Sporting Goods to develop the next generation of hitting technology. Ray believed it was a perfect fit, as both companies shared a vision of developing game-enhancing equipment for avid players. What’s more, the companies had complimentary products: Wilson was the leader in gloves, balls and protective gear, while DeMarini made the world’s finest bats. According to Chris Considine, Vice President/General Manager of Wilson Sporting Goods: "The thing that struck me most about DeMarini was their passion for sports and their true competitiveness.
Within a year, DeMarini unveiled the industry’s first concept bat, the $35,000 F1. Secured under lock and key at the DeMarini Bat Industrial Complex in Hillsboro, Oregon, the F1 served as a technological storehouse for future products, including DeMarini’s landmark Half & Half system.
In December 2001, 12 years after the genesis of DeMarini Sports, Ray DeMarini died of cancer in his Northwest Portland home. He was 55. The next summer, the Portland Metro Softball Association paid homage to the “King of Softball” with the dedication of Ray DeMarini Field. Formerly known as Delta #1, the field was DeMarini’s favorite place to test bats during the early days of business. Ray DeMarini—bat maker and player extraordinaire—was remembered for his high-performance softball bats and unwavering encouragement of everyday players. Today, a 40-foot sign announcing RAY DEMARINI FIELD graces the outfield, and an interpretive display chronicling Ray’s life greets players as they register for games.
More "Insane Dedication to Performance" is in store for tomorrow.
Bat Properties
Barrel Diameter | 2 5/8 |
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Baseball Bats | BBCOR |
Bat Type | Baseball |
Deals | Closeout Bats Bundle and Save |
Length to Weight Ratio | - 3 |
Material | Composite |
Series | CF5 |
Vendor | DeMarini |
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