One of the biggest leaders in bat innovation has released its new flared handle design. Axe bats are forcing the way baseball and softball communities look at bats. Built with an ergonomic handle design, Axe bats promote safer, faster swings for hitters of all ages. Today, we’ll be taking an in-depth look at the new Axe Flared Handle and what it means for hitters.
We hope you enjoy this breakdown, and as always, if you have any follow-up questions please feel free to reach out to our team of Bat Experts.
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What’s The Difference Between The Original Axe Handle & The Flared Handle?
The Flared handle is a more approachable handle design compared to the standard Axe handle. It’s less dramatic (more rounded) to allow hitters a comfortable transition. Furthermore, the Flared taper feels more natural, works with all types of grips, and frees up a hitter’s hands to maximize their swing speeds. All while still promoting much of the same benefits parents and players have come to expect from an Axe baseball or softball bat. Now, what bats have the flared handle option? Let's dive in.
Axe Flared Handle BBCOR Bats
2023 Axe Strato Flared Handle BBCOR Baseball Bat (L137K-FLR)
Hitters, get ready for one of the most enjoyable BBCOR bats you’ll ever swing. Blessed with an ultra-lightweight swing design, the Axe Strato delivers optimal barrel control to cover the entire strike zone. The Armour Enhanced Alloy arrives hot out of the wrapper and is strong enough to make it through multiple seasons of use. Plus, Axe has incorporated precision machinery to perfectly refine the barrel for the maximum performance allowed at the BBCOR level. Lastly, the Axe Flared handle works to free up hitters’ grips and allow for more comfort at the dish.
To summarize, the flared handle Axe Strato BBCOR bat features the following:
- Balanced swing feel
- Hot-out-of-the-wrapper
- Durable enough to last season-after-season
- One-piece alloy construction
- HyperWhip Composite End-Cap
- Endogrid Barrel Technology - Reduces Vibrations
- Precision Machined Variable Blastwall Barrel
- Provides the maximum allowed performance at the BBCOR level
2023 Axe Avenge Pro Hybrid Flared Handle BBCOR Baseball Bat (L130K-FLR)
Parents and players can’t get enough of the flared handle Axe Avenge Pro Hybrid BBCOR Baseball Bat. Built with a three-piece hybrid design that combines a hot alloy barrel with a smooth composite handle, the Axe Avenge Pro Hybrid gives the best of both worlds. But what really makes this bat so impressive is the performance on contact. The ball seems to effortlessly fly off the barrel every time you pick it up. Combine this high-performance barrel with the new Flared handle concept and it’s easy to see why we’re having trouble keeping any of these bats in stock.
If you are looking for a new BBCOR baseball bat that’s in the conversation for the hottest baseball bat in the business, you need to take a look at the Axe Avenge Pro Hybrid Flared at JustBats.
2023 Axe Avenge Pro Hybrid Flared Features:
- Three-Piece Hybrid BBCOR Baseball Bat
- End Loaded Swing
- Armour Enhanced Aluminum Alloy Barrel
- HyperWhip Composite End-Cap
- Shock Suspension Technology
- Precision Machined Variable Blastwall Barrel
- Axe Flared Handle
- Full 12-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty when purchased from JustBats
Baseball Bat Bros Review
We encourage you to take the time to watch Will and crew do a deep dive and run through everything you need to know and more about the flared handle design on the new Axe baseball bats.
Axe Flared Handle Slow Pitch Bats
2023 Axe Avenge Pro Flared Handle Balanced USSSA Slow Pitch Softball Bat (L154K-FLR)![]()
The Axe Avenge Pro is the latest Axe slow pitch softball bat to release to the public. Built with an easy-to-swing balanced profile, the 2023 Axe Avenge Pro Flared softball bat is one of the hottest bats of the year. The new flared handle design promotes better hand comfort and faster swing speeds. It is approved for USSSA softball and will require a slight break-in period before it reaches its performance threshold. The balanced swing profile allows for optimal barrel control and would be a perfect fit for any softball player looking to spray the ball all around the yard. As long as you aren't an "all or nothing" style of power hitter, you should definitely consider swinging the new Axe Avenge Pro Flared Handle Balanced USSSA Slow Pitch Softball Bat.
2023 Axe Avenge Pro Flared Handle Balanced USSSA Slow Pitch Softball Features:
- Two-Piece Composite Slow Pitch Softball Bat
- Balanced Swing
- Charged Carbon+ Composite Materials - Axe's Hottest Composite to Date
- HyperWhip Composite End-Cap
- Vibration Canceling System
- Tri-Flex Blastwall Barrel
- NEW Axe Flared Handle
- Full 12-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty when purchased from JustBats
2023 Axe Avenge Pro Flared Handle End Loaded USSSA Slow Pitch Softball Bat (L154K-E-FLR)
Bring on one of the most powerful slow pitch softball bats of 2023. The new Axe Avenge Pro Flared Handle End Loaded USSSA Slow Pitch Softball Bat takes all of the innovative technologies at Axe's disposal and combines it into one awesome slow pitch bat. Hitters will benefit from the new flared handle, the Charged Carbon+ Composite, and powerful end-loaded design. And while it is listed as an end-loaded slow pitch bat, the 2023 Axe Avenge Pro Flared End Loaded is an approachable bat for all styles of hitters. Smaller, spray hitters may gravitate towards the balanced version (see above) they can still comfortably take full advantage of this end-loaded model. We'd recommend this bat to any USSSA slow pitch softball team looking to gain an edge on the competition.
2023 Axe Avenge Pro Flared Handle End Loaded USSSA Slow Pitch Softball Features:
- Two-Piece Composite Slow Pitch Softball Bat
- End-Loaded Swing
- Charged Carbon+ Composite Materials - Axe's Hottest Composite to Date
- HyperWhip Composite End-Cap
- Vibration Canceling System
- Tri-Flex Blastwall Barrel
- NEW Axe Flared Handle
- Full 12-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty when purchased from JustBats
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We understand that making the switch to an Axe bat can feel a little daunting. It’s different from a traditional bat. But keep this in mind, MLB superstars are swinging Axe bats. Hitters like Mookie Betts, George Springer, Kris Bryant (and many more) have all switched over to Axe bats and never looked back. Which is why we would look to encourage you to swing one. And there’s no better way to test a new bat than with the 30-day, risk-free Bat Assurance Program from JustBats. If you don’t like it after 30 days, send it back for a full refund on your bat. If you do like it, we’ll give you a credit for what you paid on Bat Assurance. It’s a win-win! Have you swung the Axe Flared handle yet? What’d you think? Hit us up on social media to let us know your thoughts. As always, we’re JustBats and we’re with you from Click to Hit!
