How fast does it pitch? We are going into Babe Ruth and need at least 70 MPH
164699
It will simulate 70 mph, but not pitch that fast. You have to move it closer, something like 40-38 feet to simulate that speed. The weight of the balls gives them a lot of movement , which gives the appearance that they are going faster. The curves and sliders are the biggest advantage that this machine can give you. It's harder to hit than the real thing, so makse hanging curves look like they are on a tee. A real pitcher can't throw curves or sliders as good as this machine.
1158052
It can be used for baseball and it will throw slow for the younger kids. Maybe 15 mph? Not as slow as you throwing underhand in a soft toss motion, say to a 4 or 5 year old.
60591
Yes. My son play outfield for his HS team and speed is essential both in the OF and running the bases. Does not restrict his running ability for a 2 hour game and offers great ankle support.
1128103
Very fast...I would say about 20-30mph...this is just a guesstimate. It's not like one of those 50-80mph models but it certainly moves.
1079157
Not too fast. The edges were quite sharp so I sanded them down and lubed the inside making it a bit faster. Doesn't matter much though because since it is so small you wouldn't even be able to move it fast anyways.
569922
I am not sure for actual MPH, however I can say my 7 year old can hit on the slow speed but my 4 year old has trouble. The 4 year old does not play tho so yours may be able to hit on it. A regular size bat is easier for the little one but the small bat really helps once they get the hang of it. I hope this helps.
679270
I used it on cars and buses just for a test, and use it regularly for softball pitchers. I tested it on cars in urban environment, so the speed was low -- 30 to 50 mph -- and standing on the side of the road. Product description gives ranges which I could not test. For softball it works fine.
246723
I would buy the 45 MPH Sandlot balls at a shorter pitching distance. If you are using this machine at a normal pitching distance of 48' then get the 60 MPH Trend Sports 60 MPH Sandlot Balls - 6 Pack I have had this machine for two seasons of play and it still works great. You can also use this machine to throw fly balls.
314389
I tried regular baseball in the machine and it struggled. If they are close in weight it may struggle. Hope this helps
1171321
I got the 33 inch 23 Oz. I have fast hands through the zone, You have to sit back until the ball gets into the zone. I was hitting opposite field with ease and on demand. Placing the ball with this bat is easy. The ball leaves the bat very fast. Reminds me of the baseball years when we could use -5's. I used mine for slow pitch and I love it!
312021
If you want to clock the speed of a moving object. This will work! We can clock bat speed also.
2068305
Frank, It's the right pitch, but it's too narrow. You need a 5-6 speed chain, which is slightly wider than the 7-8 speed chain. 7-8 sp. chain may go on, but it will probably bind on the sprockets.
1130352
Not very fast at all. It's not powerful by any means. If you want fast I'd look elsewhere.
1281473
About 20 mph, fast enough!! My 9 year old daughter absolutely LOVES it! My 12 year old is very envious!
2110342
Fast enough for One to walk after it.. I hope I was able to provide a satisfactory answer. Thanks for your attention.
691955
The description, to me, is misleading. I haven't had success using regulation softballs off of it. Dimple balls work great, though. Good accuracy. The machine advertises it will pitch up to 70 mph, and I have clocked pitches coming out of it at around 67 mph.
776920
Not sure, but this beast of a machine has plowed though everything I have thrown at it at max settings, so speed shouldn't be a problem for quite a long time to come.