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my baseball season is about to start. and i need a new bat and i don't know witch one to get, ive been looking at the 09 vexxum and the 09 exo and ive used  both in the past and they where both good, but i dont know what to get now, i use -3 bats now but i cant deceide so if you could help me i would appreciate it

thx  Gary

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Gary,
These bats are about the same.  The only difference I have seen in them is that the demarini vexxum often has a small knob on the handle.  I prefer a bigger knob with a thinner handle.  This is usually fixed with some tape so its not a big problem.  The bat that I have seen most popular with the players I have seen is the exo grid, however I have hit with both and prefer the vexum.  You may be able to call around to batting cages that have pro shops and see if they have demo bats.  Often training facilities with bigger pro shops will be given demo bats from the major bat manufacturers.  Your some should a least swing both and see which one feels better in his hands.

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I can answer all questions regarding baseball fundementals from the little league to the professional level. I have the most knowledge in hitting mechanics and fundamentals and the development of power and batspeed. I can also answer all questions for catchers, pitchers, infielders, and outfielders. I also have experience coaching at the high school and AAU levels. Please no questions about rules and/or rule interpretation. English only please.

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I have played through college, and semi pro baseball. For the past 10 years I have been coaching and providing instruction for all age and ability levels. Numerous clients of mine have gone on to play in college and some are playing in the minor leagues. I have provided coaching and instruction for high schools, training facilities, and the Nokona Baseball Factory.

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Graduated 2009 Associates degree in Science

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