2021 Rawlings Mantra FP1M9 Women's Balanced Fastpitch Softball Bat (-9oz)

SKU: FP1M9

$279.88 $459.95
2021 Rawlings Mantra FP1M9 Women's Balanced Fastpitch Softball Bat (-9oz)

We created the 2021 Rawlings Mantra fastpitch bat to give players the chance to live out their dreams on the field. Every player has an inner mantra that builds their strength, focus, and drive. These mantras guide athletes to become better people, teammates, and players, every day. And these very mottos are what inspired us to create the most innovative, high-performing Mantra fastpitch bat.

It was meticulously crafted from the finest materials, and features a revolutionary 3-step inner barrel design to maximize performance. Its outer barrel is also 15% thinner for unmatched trampoline and pop. In addition, its F2 Collar eliminates barrel drag through the zone, and the Ultra Light end cap provides a superior feel too. As a result, athletes who swing the Mantra will maintain a fast, powerful, and smooth swing. This fastpitch bat's Lizard Skins grip also gives athletes maximum tack and comfort to reduce sting on every contact. As a result, the Mantra bat is an extremely powerful bat that drive more balls through the gaps, but that's not all the Mantra will do for your game either!

Not only will the bat's tech boost your performance itself, but these innovative bats were also constructed with Blast Motion® sensor enabled knobs too. The Mantra is the first bat ever to be approved for in-game use with a Blast Motion® swing analysis sensor*. Just twist the sensor in the knob, and get access to valuable insights that will help you improve your swing. Become the hitter you've dreamed of, order your 2021 Rawlings Mantra fastpitch bat now!

*Blast Motion Sensor sold separately


Specs:

  • 2-Piece Build
  • Full-Composite Design
  • Multi-Step Inner Barrel
  • 15% Thinner Outer Barrel for Enhanced Trampoline
  • Blast Motion Enabled Knob (Blast Motion Sold Separately)
  • Ultra-Light End Cap
  • Lizard Skins Grip
  • -9oz length to weight ratio
  • 2 1/4" barrel diameter
  • Certified for: USSSA, NSA, ISA, ISF, USA
  • FP1M9
  • Sizing Guide
Bat Size Guide-Help Selecting Baseball and Fastpitch Bat Size
  • The bat size that best fits you will be one that is comfortable, easy to swing and allows you to produce the greatest bat speed and power.
  • To obtain your optimum bat  select a bat that is not too long/heavy or too short/light.
  • A bat too short won't provide maximum power or barrel length, while a bat too long will be too difficult to handle and will also slow bat speed reducing power.
  • First begin with selecting a length. If possible use the previous bat you swung to help establish a length. For example if you used a 30 in bat and now feel that you are ready to move on to a larger bat a 31 in could be the next step.
  • You can also use the chart below for the average bat lengths based on your height, weight and age.
  • The chart below is just a guide as each player's strength and bat speed differ.
  • While the chart below was primarily designed for baseball, we have found it works fairly well for fastpitch bat sizing too. For fastpitch, however, refer to only the player height and disregard the player weight. Also, see notes at the bottom for additional notes on fastpitch bat sizing.
  • Need help selecting the proper bat size? Give us a call @ 888-854-2287.
Bat Sizing Chart

Selecting The Appropriate Bat Weight
  • The bat weight is equally as important as the length in selecting  the optimum bat size.
  • Bat weight differs greatly depending on the age range and is usually referred to as the "drop" when associated with the length and weight.
  • The drop is the difference between the length of the bat and the weight of the bat. For example if a bat is 30 in. long and weighs 20 oz. then the drop is 10. The larger the drop, the lighter the bat.
  • The average bat drop can best be broken down by age range.
Youth Bats (21/4 Inch barrel diameter)
  • Average - drop 12
  • Power Hitter - drop 10
Senior League "Big Barrel" Bats (25/8 to 23/4 Inch barrel Diameter)
  • For ages 12 and under, drop 10 is the average
  • Over age 12  range from -10oz to -5oz depending on the players strength and bat speed. 
  • *Check with your local league or organization to find out if there are any restrictions on barrel diameter or bat weight.
High School/College Bats
  • All high school or college bats are drop 3
  • Freshmen/Sophmore High School players: 31 and 32 ich are the most popular
  • Junior/Senior in High School players: 32 and 33 inch are the most popular
  • College Players:  33 is the most popular size.
Fastpitch Softball Bats
  • Age 13 and under, average drop - 11oz or 12oz.
  • Age 14 to 16, drop 10
  • Age 16 and up, Drop 8oz to 10oz. Drop 10 is still the most popular drop, but some  power hitters prefer a drop 9.
*Bat Weight is also a preference. There are some over 14 players that prefer and use lighter bats. This can vary depending on their strength or type of hitter they are (power vs slap hitter).