CF* Slapper question

[Rambler34]

Has anyone seen these in action? We just sent my DD's CF7 -11 in for a warranty replacement. Demarini is giving me the option so swap it for any of the new bats. Initially I planned on getting a 30/19 CF8 but now I am wondering. My DD is kinda in between a 30 and a 31 so I started thinking about the 31/21 slapper. I read it is the lightest swinging bat they offer.

My DD is a natural lefty and she swings away about 60% of the time and slaps the rest. She has finally started learning to read the defense and decide what is best for that particular at bat. I am trying to find something that she can control for the short game but still has pop to get balls in the gap when the defense is up.

 

[tmolina]

the slapper bat will work fine for her, don't hesitate to get it.

 

[Eric F]

A 11yo lefty slapper on my DD's TB team uses a 31/21 CF8 Slapper. The way it's balanced makes the swing feel noticeably lighter than my DD's 31/21 MFB.

 

[smddad]

Many non-slaphitters use this bat.

 

[CoreSoftball20]

I think it would really fit her well as what you described is her game. Swings VERY light.

 

[Little Angels Softball]

Swings really light but has tons of pop. The extra length will really help with her slapping and drag bunting, too.

How old and how big is she?

 

[Rambler34]

Swings really light but has tons of pop. The extra length will really help with her slapping and drag bunting, too.

How old and how big is she?

She will turn 13 in January. She is about 4'10" and 100lbs.

 

[Little Angels Softball]

Might even have her swing the 32" version, as well.

 

[Eric F]

She will turn 13 in January. She is about 4'10" and 100lbs.

For comparison, my DD is 5'-0"/100 lbs. She is swinging a 31". Her teammate with the Slapper (same height, a bit more lean) is also swinging a 31".

 

[Rambler34]

Thanks for the help everyone. They had already pulled the 30/19 for her but the warranty department got shipping to pull it and swap it out. They will be shipping the 31/21 Slapper tomorrow.

I will bump this with her thoughts after we get some swings in with it. Also I would like to note that Demarini's customer service is outstanding.