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DeMarini

Easton

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Used

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Hybrid

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Composite

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High School & College

Kid Pitch (9YO-13YO)

Age Group

2 1/4"

2 3/8"

2 1/2"

2 5/8"

2 3/4"

Barrel

2024

2016

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Blue

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## 22. DeMarini Zoa Bat

The Zoa was DeMarini’s first baseball bat to feature Continuous Fiber Technology. Launched in 2022, it’s crafted to deliver a combination of power, balance, and barrel performance for elite players at the high school and college levels. Established by Ray DeMarini in 1989, DeMarini is known for their technological innovations and passion for bat design. The brand embodies the spirit of both amateur and professional players aiming to elevate their game, and the DeMarini Zoa is a testament to this legacy, showcasing a commitment to pushing the boundaries of bat design. 

**Perfect bat for:** Elite high school and collegiate players seeking a composite bat that provides a large hitting area without sacrificing a light swing weight.


### Key features include:



* **Continuous Fiber Composite Barrel:** Crafted for a lighter, more durable barrel with a massive sweet spot for unparalleled power and consistency.
* **Direct Connection Handle:** Offers superior energy transfer and a stiff feel on contact, designed for players who crave immediate feedback with each swing.
* **ReAction End Cap:** Increases barrel performance without sacrificing swing speed, optimizing the balance between power and control.
* **Two-Piece Composite Construction:** Delivers a blend of speed and power, allowing for maximum bat speed and a more efficient energy transfer.
* **Anomaly End Cap:** This precision-engineered end cap complements the Zoa's lightweight design, ensuring a blend of speed and balance that's rare in high-performance bats.


### Top competitors comparison: [Louisville Slugger Meta](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/louisville-slugger/meta/l59403) and the [Easton Maxum Ultra](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/easton/maxum-ultra/l165626)
 
The DeMarini Zoa sets itself apart with its Continuous Fiber Composite Barrel, offering a unique blend of durability, power, and a vast sweet spot. While the Louisville Slugger Meta is renowned for its EKO composite barrel, emphasizing a combination of swing speed and barrel control, and the Easton Maxum Ultra is favored for its seamless carbon construction providing the longest barrel in the game, the Zoa specializes in delivering a high-performance hitting experience with enhanced feedback and energy transfer, making it a prime choice for competitive players aiming to maximize their impact at the plate.


### Progression of the DeMarini Zoa Baseball Bat:


Here is a list that details the progression of this series, highlighting the main features and advancements with each new model.

**2022 - [Zoa BBCOR](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/demarini/zoa/bat-type-bbcor/l259878)** 
- Continuous Fiber Composite Barrel for consistent performance 
- Direct Connection handle system for increased stiffness and energy transfer 
- Gapped Wall technology to maximize barrel performance  
 
**2023 - [Zoa Glitch](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/demarini/zoa-glitch/l347741)** 
- Updated end cap for improved balance and swing speed  
- New colorway


### What people are saying (edited for clarity and brevity)


**PROS**



* My son just got a new bat to replace his META and it's great! It's hot out of the wrapper, has a forgiving barrel and almost no vibration. He absolutely crushed the ball. We can't wait to see how it performs when it's fully broken in.
*  If you like end-loaded bats, this one has surprising pop with low noise. It feels good when squared up and I personally love it. My rating is 8/10. 
* "This bat increased my exit velocity and feels smooth when swinging. It's the best bat I've ever used."

**CONS**



* This bat is heavy and can be hard to locate the barrel. I recommended for very strong players. If you swing a drop 5 alloy, try a drop 8 Zoa.
* Sounds dead. My son hates it. We bought this bat because of the good reviews. Its expensive and has no pop.
* Only downside is that the weather needs to be warmer or it will crack the bat due to it being all composite.

 


### **Certification**: BBCOR


### Expert Notes ([Tony](https://sidelineswap.com/locker/batexperts))

The Zoa has a strong barrel and connection, making it a heavier, end loaded bat overall. Your smaller players don't get the same bat speed or same performance with that Zoa as they do with the CF. The Zoa is one of those power hitter two-piece composites. 


Pop: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Durability: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Vibration: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

 
Mid-Balanced or <span style="text-decoration:underline;">**End loaded**</span>?

### About the DeMarini CF8

The precision made DeMarini CF8 is a value bat built for game winning performance. 

With an RCK Knob for superior comfort, a Paradox + carbon fiber composite barrel for faster swing speeds, and D-Fusion 2.0 handle technology for more vibration reduction, the DeMarini CF8 is designed for superior comfort and more vibration reduction. 

### DeMarini CF8 - Key Features

- RCK Knob for superior comfort.
- Paradox + carbon fiber composite barrel for faster swing speeds.
- D-Fusion 2.0 handle technology for more vibration reduction.

Model|Price|Built For|Construction
:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
DeMarini CF8|$$$|Superior comfort and more vibration reduction|Composite

### DeMarini CF8 - Specs

- **Construction:** Two-Piece
- **Material:** Composite
- **Barrel Material:** Paradox + Carbon Fiber Composite
- **Swing Weight:** Balanced


Model|Construction|Material|Barrel Material|Swing Weight
:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
DeMarini CF8|Two-Piece|Composite|Paradox + Carbon Fiber Composite|Balanced

### Other baseball bats by DeMarini similar to the DeMarini CF8

If you like what the DeMarini CF8 has to offer, or are looking for something slightly different, check out other bats by DeMarini such as:

- [DeMarini CF Zen](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/demarini/cf-zen-2020/l8432)
- [DeMarini CF](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/demarini/cf-20/l59398)
- [DeMarini Voodoo Overlord](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/demarini/voodoo-overlord/l9080)

Prodigy

### Expert Notes
The Rawlings Prodigy youth bat series explains in its name that those who swing it are set for success. The 2022 Prodigy bat is a favorite within USA baseball leagues because of its extremely lightweight feel and red/orange color combination. The one- piece alloy bat was first released in 2017, and Rawlings has remained committed to providing an affordable yet effective Prodigy bat model every year since. Besides looks, I’ve noticed that not much has changed between the earliest Prodigy bat and the most recent release—but that’s because youth hitters clearly have no complaints about this model. The Rawlings Prodigy bat series is proof that, sometimes, keeping it simple is best for success.

Vexxum

### About the DeMarini Vexxum

The one of a kind DeMarini Vexxum is a value bat built for long-lasting durability. 

With half and half technology for a balanced weight distribution, SC4 alloy construction for a large sweet spot, and a Positak2 grip for added comfort, the DeMarini Vexxum is designed for a balanced weight distribution and added comfort. 

### DeMarini Vexxum - Key Features

- Half and Half Technology for a balanced weight distribution.
- SC4 alloy construction for a large sweet spot.
- Positak2 grip for added comfort.

Model|Price|Built For|Construction
:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
DeMarini Vexxum|$$|A balanced weight distribution and added comfort|Composite

### DeMarini Vexxum - Specs

- **Construction:** Two-Piece
- **Material:** Composite
- **Barrel Material:** Paradox + Carbon Fiber Composite
- **Swing Weight:** Balanced

Model|Construction|Material|Barrel Material|Swing Weight
:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
DeMarini Vexxum|Two-Piece|Composite|Paradox + Carbon Fiber Composite|Balanced

### Other baseball bats by DeMarini similar to the DeMarini Vexxum

If you like what the DeMarini Vexxum has to offer, or are looking for something slightly different, check out other bats by DeMarini such as:

- [DeMarini CF 5](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/demarini/cf-5/l7069)
- [DeMarini CF7](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/demarini/cf7-2/l6993)
- [DeMarini Voodoo](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/demarini/voodoo/l7333)

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