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FASTPITCH SOFTBALL BAT REVIEWS
POWER & VELOCITY
Ghost Advanced: Two-piece, balanced bat using Double Battel 3 composite technology, using whip and trampoline effect to create top-tier EXIT VELOCITY.
CRBN1: One-piece composite using Mizuno’s XZone/Hot Metal barrel, slightly end-loaded generates good EXIT VELOCITY but feels and plays more as a “controlled pop”.
Winner: Easton Ghost Advanced newer technology generates more top-tier EXIT POWER with its whip and trampoline effect than the CRBN1.
BAT SPEED & CONTROL
Ghost Advanced: Balanced bat with a smoother, whippier feel helps power hitters generate BAT SWING SPEED and better bat CONTROL, increasing their ability to adjust their swing mid-pitch.
CRBN1: One-piece and slightly end-loaded, but swing weight feels faster and more manageable while still helping hitters generate power.
Winner: Easton Ghost Advanced is a balanced fastpitch softball bat that power hitters can swing quickly with good BAT CONTROL, though the strongest power hitters might feel they overpower it.
SWEET SPOT & MIS-HITS
Ghost Advanced: Double-barrel technology and high-end composite create a large, forgiving SWEET SPOT.
CRBN1: XZone technology is widens the effective SWEET SPOT and the performance drop-off across the barrel is a gradual.
Winner: Easton Ghost Advanced’s large SWEET SPOT enables power hitters to turn MIS-HITS into solid hits off the bat.
FEEL & VIBRATION CONTROL
Ghost Advanced: Two-piece construction and ConnecXion Evolution works with a premium grip to provide good VIBRATION CONTROLand deliver a more cushioned feel on contact.
CRBN1: Mizuno’s Anti-Shock taper and optimized end cap enhances VIBRATION CONTROL making the one-piece bat feel more comfortable.
Winner: Easton Ghost Advanced’s two-piece construction and ConnecXion Evolution technology does a good job with VIBRATION CONTROL.
BREAK-IN PERIOD
Ghost Advanced: Double-barrel composite gets to high performance quickly.
CRBN1: Black Onyx Carbon and XZone technology needs a short break-in period (about 50 swings, rotating the barrel).
Winner: Easton Ghost Advanced is ready out of the wrapper.
DURABILITY & BAT FATIGUE
Ghost Advanced: Has 75% Positive Reviews with most Neutral/Negative reviews citing DURABILITY and early BAT FATIGUE issues; if you select this fastpitch softball bat you should accept the risk of it breaking, cracking or premature BAT FATIGUE. Note: Some reviewers also complain that Easton can be difficult to deal with regarding warranty claims and returns.
CRBN1: Mizuno’s CRBN line with its Black Onyx Carbon and Anti-Shock construction generally has a reputation for strong DURABILITY and longer term performance.
Winner: Mizuno’s entire CRBN line of fastpitch softball bats have a good reputation for DURABILITY; it should perform well for 2 seasons..
PRICE (MSRP)
Ghost Advanced: $499.99.
CRBN1: $350.00.
Winner: Big edge to Mizuno CRBN1.
BOTTOM LINE
The 2026 Easton Ghost Advanced’s newer technology, generating near-top EXIT VELOCITY and providing good BAT SWING SPEED and CONTROL for power hitters, make it the choice. For players looking for a high-performing, budget-friendlier, more durable bat, the Mizuno CRBN1 has proven its ability to perform at a high level over several seasons.
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