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kammansmom
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 Posted - 11/16/2011 : 16:24:11
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| Anyone used the New Easton Brigade bat yet? |
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prestont
197 Posts |
Posted - 11/16/2011 : 17:33:26
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Not yet, but according to an Easton Engineer on a bat forums website its pretty much the Rival bat with a new name. For some reason Easton decided to change the name - even though Rival is well known out in the baseball community.
I plan to get one of the new Power Brigade's for my son when they become available on the Easton website via the credit they gave to me from last years Rival warranty replacement. |
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kammansmom
36 Posts |
Posted - 11/17/2011 : 13:45:42
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| Thanks for the info. Our Rival was a replacement for the Composite bat that was so hot, but it is already dented pretty bad. So we were looking for something else. He also has the Worth Prodigy, whihc is a great bat, just not as much pop. |
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prestont
197 Posts |
Posted - 11/17/2011 : 16:50:20
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bballguy - Power Brigade is being called the S3. The model number for the 2 3/4 bat is SL11S310B.
Tough to answer on common bats because it really depends on your son. Mine is 12. Last year Easton offered to send a Surge instead of Rival during a warranty replacement but my son really didn't like the feel during his swing because it is more end-weighted vs balanced with the S3/Rival.
One thing to keep in mind is that Easton will replace 2 bats w/in a year via warranty. If you can get a 'legal' replacement bat as warranty, it'll atleast give ya more time before you have to buy a new bat. |
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HardBaller
101 Posts |
Posted - 11/18/2011 : 08:30:24
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PrestonT - How do you get Easton to give you "options" during your warranty process?
I've exercised 2 Easton warranties over the years and it results in them sending me what ever bat they like.
In other words, once I fill out the online info and ship the bat to them, the next communication with them is a new bat in the mail stamped, "No Warranty" or "Not For Resale".
What's your secret |
Edited by - HardBaller on 11/18/2011 08:38:34 |
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prestont
197 Posts |
Posted - 11/18/2011 : 10:58:14
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I found out about options with Easton on a bat reviews forum. Always been pretty good about striking deals even though I'm an IT-guy, but that may have more to do with me being as talkative as I am (my wife always reminds me of that - ha ha). Bummer part for me was the guy who posted about getting a credit got $75 more than I did from Easton!
Honestly though - Easton has been very accomodating when I've reached out and spoke to them on the phone, and they have even offered to send a bigger size bat (same model) if my son needed. |
Edited by - prestont on 11/18/2011 11:05:27 |
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Steel-Will
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Posted - 11/18/2011 : 11:46:19
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Originally posted by prestont
I found out about options with Easton on a bat reviews forum. Always been pretty good about striking deals even though I'm an IT-guy, but that may have more to do with me being as talkative as I am (my wife always reminds me of that - ha ha). Bummer part for me was the guy who posted about getting a credit got $75 more than I did from Easton!
Honestly though - Easton has been very accomodating when I've reached out and spoke to them on the phone, and they have even offered to send a bigger size bat (same model) if my son needed.
I'm an IT guy also...I guess I need to "up my game"! hahahah
what number did you call for Easton?..I'll reach and see if I can strike a deal...thx |
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prestont
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bigmcbb
46 Posts |
Posted - 11/18/2011 : 16:01:52
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quote:
Originally posted by prestont
I found out about options with Easton on a bat reviews forum. Always been pretty good about striking deals even though I'm an IT-guy, but that may have more to do with me being as talkative as I am (my wife always reminds me of that - ha ha). Bummer part for me was the guy who posted about getting a credit got $75 more than I did from Easton!
Honestly though - Easton has been very accomodating when I've reached out and spoke to them on the phone, and they have even offered to send a bigger size bat (same model) if my son needed.
"Talkative"? Preston, that may be the understatement of the year. We call you "The Mayor" for a reason.
Seriously though, I've had the same experience with Easton as you described. It seems to make a difference if you call in and speak with a rep. |
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prestont
197 Posts |
Posted - 11/21/2011 : 05:53:16
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bigmcbb - knew it wouldn't take long for someone to post a reply to my talkative comment (ha ha). 
If anyone has an Easton credit - they posted the Senior League Power Brigade Bats on their website. Got my sons ordered over the weekend.
Also - hope ALL have a joyous (& safe) Turkey day! |
Edited by - prestont on 11/21/2011 08:23:17 |
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prestont
197 Posts |
Posted - 11/21/2011 : 16:21:10
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The S3 is, its a 2 3/4 barrel -10 bat.
Diff between the S2 & S3 is the S2 = 2 5/8 barrell.
Hope this helps! |
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dad4kids
109 Posts |
Posted - 11/22/2011 : 09:24:44
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There are three different versions of the Brigade. One all aluminum (like the Rival), one all composite (like the Omen), and one composite and aluminum (like the Surge).
Basically, they took all three of their 2011 bats and put them under one name with the differences designated by S1, S2, S3. |
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dad4kids
109 Posts |
Posted - 11/22/2011 : 09:55:07
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| Bballguy, the S3 is all alloy, like the Rival. S2 is the Surge (composite and alloy) and the S1 is the new Omen (all composite). |
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sward
369 Posts |
Posted - 11/22/2011 : 14:05:39
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Guys,
I am hosting a bat testing on Dec 2nd at Georgia Sports Center. We will have different sizes and types of Easton Bats. I am trying to get Combat and Baden also. The event is free.
Georgia Sports Center
1021 Karlee Blvd
Loganville, GA 30052
(770) 554-3338
GAsportscenter.com |
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HITANDRUN
436 Posts |
Posted - 12/02/2011 : 13:27:57
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| I heard the Baden Axe BBCOR bats used by some colleges are really super hot compared to other brands of the BBCOR bats. One team in a double headder hit 10 the opposing team hit 1 with a bunch of fly outs. |
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Critical Mass
277 Posts |
Posted - 12/16/2011 : 08:43:00
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This Easton video should help everyone decipher the Power Brigade....my son hit with the S1 at Better Baseball and loved it, we'll put that under the tree for christmas.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4O6EZ_v79M
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