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Features
-10 Length to Weight Ratio
2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
TCT Thermo Composite Technology - Massive Sweet Spot / Unmatched Bat Speed
Ultra-Thin 29/32 Inch Handle with Gauze Grip
360 Degree Rotating Handle Technology
ConneXion Technology - Maximizes Energy Transfer and Eliminates Vibration
TORQ 360 Degree Rotating Handle Technology - Stay Inside / Square Up More Pitches
Two-Piece, Fully Composite Construction
Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
Approved for Play in Little League, Babe Ruth, Dixie, Pony, AABC and USSSA
Features USSSA BPF 1.15 Certification
Description
Every year, Easton unveils the latest game changing technology that revolutionizes baseball bats to enhance and compliment player performance. Expect nothing less from Easton this season with the new MAKO TORQ. The MAKO TORQ combines power with a new genius twist: a 360 Torq Handle. This never before seen handle rotates to promote a fully extended swing, with the top palm facing down, and the bottom palm facing up. By allowing the wrists to move freely, the MAKO TORQ technology gets the barrel to the zone faster and keeps it in the zone longer, allowing the hitter to square up for more pitches, more often with explosive power. There is no doubt the MAKO TORQ is way ahead of the competition, providing players with an increasingly important edge to stay on top! Easton added the 360 TORQ handle to their high end MAKO baseball bat. The two-piece, composite design is equipped with the same powerful technologies such as Easton's TCT Thermo Composite Technology and their ConneXion Technology. TCT Thermo Composite is engineered to provide top-notch players two major benefits: unmatched bat speed and a massive sweet spot. ConneXion Technology maximizes energy transfer for an optimized feel. To provide baseball players with a world-class feel, Easton also included their gauze grip to provided added comfort, and durability. There is a reason why champions swing Easton as they never settle for the ordinary! Easton is Sports Engineering! The Easton MAKO TORQ is USSSA Certified and features the 1.15 BPF stamp on the barrel. It is backed by a Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty. Free Shipping Included!
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Questions and Answers
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What if my hands are too big for the rotating handle? AWESOME kid
If you have larger hands, they can overlap the rotating handle of the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) and still get great performance out of the bat. Typically when gripping a bat, the points of pressure are your bottom fingers (near the knob of the bat) and the top fingers of your top hand on the bat, which leaves your middle fingers to have a somewhat loosened grip. Normally, a hitter has to fight the bat to get in a strong, palm up, palm down hitting position. The Torq handle puts your hands in the optimal position automatically, so if you overlap the rotating handle, your hands will still be in ideal location for contact.
Tessa
Where can I try this bat before I buy it? robert
The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) is not out yet. Unfortunately, we are not sure of how you could try one. Easton may know. Their number is 1-888-259-1297.
Brandon
Can 13u travel baseball use this bat? I've heard that they do not allow fully composite bats in 13u travel ball in Maryland only composite handles. Is this true? Juice
Some leagues do not allow for composite barrel bats like the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) to be used. However, travel ball varies greatly with its rules so there would be no way for us to speculate about what your league would allow or disallow. The best thing to do would be to ask a coach or league official if there are barrel size or material restrictions in your league.
Patrick
When will it be available to order? James
We will set up a pre-order for the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) when we get specific numbers on how many we will be getting with our first shipment. That way we will not oversell the item and have a back order situation.
Patrick
Will this bat have the USSSA 1.15 stamp? Jeff
Yes. The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) will feature the USSSA 1.15 stamp.
Mac
Will this bat be approved for Little League? ssm
Yes. The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) is approved for play in Little League baseball. And this exact model was actually being used in the Little League World Series.
Mac
Does the bat have the USSSA stamp? andrew
Yes, the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat will feature the USSSA stamp on the taper of the bat.
John
Is this bat end-loaded? hammer
The **PRE-BOOK** 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) will not be end loaded. The Torq is a very balanced bat.
Brandon
Will this bat be approved for Cal Ripken ages 8-12? Wheels
Yes. The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) is approved for that level of play.
Patrick
Will this bat come in 2 3/4" or 2 5/8" barrel? jason
Yes, the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Senior League Baseball Bat: (SL15MK5T) will feature a big barrel design. We are still waiting for the arrival of these particular items, but we are expecting them any day now.
Merritt
Does this bat need significant break in time? Emit T
The TCt composite on the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) does not require a prolonged break in process. 50-100 swings of soft toss while rotating the bat should get it broken in to its potential.
Patrick
Does this bat come in a larger size barrel? As well as a -10, -11 drop? Duke
The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Senior League Baseball Bat: (SL15MK8T) will feature a big barrel (2 5/8") and a (-8) length to weight ratio. The only (-10) model that is offered will be the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat: (YB15MKT).
Merritt
On the Easton website, it shows the smallest -8 (2 5/8) is the 30" length. Do you know if this is correct or will they have the shorter 28" or 29" length? Steph
The smallest size that the 2015 Easton TORQ Senior League (SL15MK8T) is produced in is a 30" 22 oz.
John
Does the MAKO TORQ have an extended barrel like the MAKO XL? Is it a slightly shorter design like the regular MAKO? Which model is the weight distribution similar too? Coach
The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) has a barrel length similar to that of the MAKO. The MAKO TORQ also has a balanced swing weight similar to the MAKO. The MAKO XL is most comparable to the XL1 with a slightly end loaded swing weight.
Jason
Is this bat BBCOR certified for Babe Ruth league? james
No, the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) is not BBCOR certified. Easton does produce the MAKO TORQ in a BBCOR model. The model number for the BBCOR version is BB15MKT.
John
Is this bat Dixie Youth approved for 2015? Dad
Absolutely. The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) is approved for play in Dixie Baseball: http://goo.gl/lSTMc6.
Mac
You answered a question stating that the MAKO TORQ is a balanced bat like the original MAKO. I have seen another site video saying that it has the barrel of a XL1. I see that it has the -10 drop of the MAKO XL, which is weighted like the XL1 not the -11 of the regular MAKO. Which is it for the final answer? Mike
The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) features the same specs as the regular MAKO (YB15MK) but it features the rotating handle. Both bats feature a balanced swing weight (seen in the S1), as well as an extended barrel design (seen in the XL1). The new MAKO XL (YB15MKX) bat has replaced the Youth XL1 of years past. The main difference between the MAKO XL and XL1 is that the MAKO XL features Easton's top of the line TCT Thermo composite barrel (in place of the IMX composite used in the XL1). This model will be end loaded and features a -10 drop weight.
Tessa
Is this bat little league approved? schill
Yes, the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) is approved for Little League.
Brandon
I have a 11 year old what size bat do you recommend? joe
The size of bat that would be appropriate for your player would be based more on their size rather than age. Players that age can vary greatly in their size and thus what size would be best.
Patrick
Is it allowed for 15u? dylan casper
It is always best to check with league officials first, but the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) is not legal for 15u. Typically, 15u players are required to use the BBCOR version of the MAKO TORQ which is 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ BBCOR Baseball Bat (BB15MKT).
Jason
My son is 54.5 inches tall and weighs 70.5 pounds. He is 11 years old but will be 12 in the 2015 season. What size bat do you recommend? JR
Based on your son's height and weight, we would suggest a 29 inch size of the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT).
Patrick
What length and weight would you recommend for a 10 year old that weighs 110 lbs. and is 58" tall? tom
The weight that your player would be comfortable using is tough for us to make a suggestion on, as it's based more on the player's strength. But based on his height and weight, a 30" model would be our recommendation. In regards to bat weight, we typically recommend keeping the jump in weight between seasons to 1-2 ounces. Although balanced, this 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) has a -10 length to weight ratio, so it will be on the higher end of the weight spectrum for the Youth category.
Mac
Is this bat approved for Cal Ripken ages 10-12 yrs old? steve
The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) would be approved for Cal Ripken league for the 10-12 age groups.
Kelby
How do you re-grip this bat? Should I just overlap it over the existing grip? I am nervous about screwing up the handle. Thenextharper
Easton has replacement grips available for the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) and should be able to instruct you on how to apply the replacement grips to the bat without damaging it.
Patrick
Is this a big barrel youth bat? JRB
The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) has a 2 1/4 inch barrel diameter and would not be considered a big barrel design. It does have an extended barrel length for a bigger sweet spot though.
Patrick
What is the difference between the 2014 Easton Mako and the 2015 Easton Mako? Bill
The 2015 Easton MAKO Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MK) will be identical to the 2014 Easton MAKO Youth Baseball Bat (YB14MK), other than updated graphics and being this year's model.
Joe
2015 MAKO TORQ - Does it have the same barrel as the ORANGE MAKO or the YELLOW X1? Just wondering where the drop 10 to drop 11 comes in at? Marshall
The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) will be most similar to the 2015 Easton MAKO Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MK). The YB15MKT will be featured in the drop 10 and have updated graphics as well as the rotating handle. The YB15MK will be featured in the drop 11. Other than those differences, the bats will be identical in regards to construction.
Joe
i just bought the bat for Christmas. We have already tried it but the bat seems tight and does not spin freely. I heard that they are supposed to be loose, is there a problem with the bat? rick
The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) rotating handle will be fairly stiff at first. It will loosen up over time.
Joe
I'm very curious about the rotating handle technology. Can you give more information about how rotating is better than the normal? WildThing
This TORQ piece on the handle of the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) rotates to allow the wrists and knuckles to stay in proper alignment. The handle rotates to promote a fully extended swing by allowing the wrists to move freely, the MAKO TORQ technology gets the barrel to the zone faster and keeps it in the zone longer, allowing the hitter to square up more pitches, more often with explosive power.
Tom
Is the MAKO made in the USA? cra*cake
The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) is made in China.
Patrick
What does the rotating handle do with your swing? Anthony Street
The rotating handle of the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) helps to promote a fully extended swing, with the top palm facing down, and the bottom palm facing up. By allowing the wrists to move freely, the MAKO TORQ technology gets the barrel to the zone faster and keeps it in the zone longer, allowing the hitter to square up for more pitches, more often with explosive power.
Liz
Does this bat come in a 2 3/4" barrel or just the 2 5/8" barrel? CJ
Unfortunately, the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) only comes in a 2 1/4" barrel and the 2 5/8" barrel.
Liz
Is it a skinny barrel? SeanJon
The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) does feature a 2 1/4" barrel diameter which is the default size.
Joe
Is the MAKO TORQ handle supposed to be very loose or stiff? By loose I mean can you spin it and it will spin on its own? Ryan
The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) is going to have a stiffer design so that it only rotates when you make it.
Allison
My son's 11 years old, he weighs 75 pounds, and he's 4 ft. 10 in. tall. What size of bat should he get and how much should it weigh? roadrunner
Based on his size, I would recommend using the 30" 20 oz. model in the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT).
Tom
My son is 11, 5'4" and 155 lbs. What size and weight bat is best for him? lou
For a player of his size, our bat coach would recommend the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) in a 32" 22 oz. model.
Joe
Would going up to a 28" bat be recommended for a 7 yr old who is currently using a 27" bat? Papa
According to our bat coach feature on our website, going up to a 28" 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) would be fine for the average 7 yr old.
Liz
My son is 4'8" and 130 lbs. What size bat should he swing? abomb
Based on his height and weight, we suggest a 30" 20 oz model in the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT).
Jason
I am 11. I got my Torq about a week and a half ago and the handle is as stiff as ever. I tried my friends Torq and it spun perfectly fine. Is my bat defective? Nick the Slick
If you are having issues with the handle spinning on the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) it may be an issue with how the bat is put together. You would want to call Easton at 888-259-1297 and they should be able to let you know how to get it repaired or replaced.
Patrick
My son is 10 years old turning 11 years old. He is 4 foot 8 and weighs 95 pounds. What size bat would you recommend? Theo
Based on height and weight, we would suggest a 30 inch size of the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT).
Patrick
Can you break your MAKO TORQ? Liam Franz
Due to the nature of the game, any bat--including the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT)--is susceptible to becoming damaged. It is covered under a 12 month manufacturer warranty with Easton. So if it were to break within a year of purchase, you can return it back to them for the warranty replacement.
Tessa
I have 2 sons. Both are wanting this bat. One is age 10, 4 foot 7 inches and weighs 101 pounds. My other son is age 7, 4 foot tall, and 102 pounds. My youngest is stronger than my oldest. would this bat work for both boys or do they need different sizes? I would prefer to only buy one. Boy mom
Based on their height and weight, we would recommend a 30 inch size for the 10 year old and a 29 inch size for the 7 year old of the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT). However, if the 7 year old is fairly strong for his size, you may be able to get away with both players using a 30 inch model. This would put more use on the bat though and may shorten the useful lifespan compared to if just one player had been using it.
Patrick
Does the rotating handle really help? frank baseball
The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) rotating handle does improve the speed swing for a player.
Frankie
Can I take off the bat tape and change it? logan
The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) has its own grip tape that is a two part tape job. The rotating part of the handle is taped separately from the rest of the handle to allow the rotation. If you prefer to re-tape the bat, you would want to cut the tape and do a two part tape job to keep the rotation.
Frankie
My son is 15 and weighs 155 pounds. What size do you recommend? frank
The size of 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) your player would need would be based on a combination of their height and weight. If you could provide both, we may be able to more accurately size your player. In general, by age 15, most leagues will require the use of a BBCOR certified model like the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ BBCOR Baseball Bat (BB15MKT).
Patrick
What is the break-in period after getting the bat? mmele
We recommend 100-150 swings off a tee or soft toss to break in your 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) composite bat. Begin by swinging at about 50% power and increase your bat speed as you go, making sure to rotate the barrel a 1/4" after each swing to ensure complete barrel coverage.
Patrick
Does this bat have CO2 in it? BlakeB29
The 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) does not have compressed CO2 in it.
Patrick
My son is 9 years old, 4 foot 5 inches and 70 pounds, what size would you recommend? steve
Based on your sons height and weight I would recommend getting the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) in a 29 inch.
Frankie
Is the youth size TORQ BBCOR approved? Does it need to be? TeamG
No, the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) is not BBCOR certified. It is tested a different set of performance standards, so it will not have the BBCOR stamp on it. BBCOR bats will have a -3 drop weight, a .50 BBCOR stamp on it, and will also have a 2 5/8" barrel diameter. The Youth TORQ does not meet these requirements, thus making it ineligible for the BBCOR stamp.
Tess
Can I use the MAKO TORQ in USSSA? blackman
Yes, as long as a bat has the USSSA thumbprint on it, which he 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat: YB15MKT does, it will be legal for USSSA.
Cooper
Is the Youth TORQ going to be legal in the next 6 months? mikey m
The MAKO TORQ models have been on the market for sale and use since the Fall of 2014 and they have avoided surpassing performance standards for leagues. Here at JustBats, we have not heard any rumors that models with rotating handles like this 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) will be illegal in the near or distant future.
Ben
What are the difference between YB15MKT and YB15MKX other than 360 rotating handle? Do they have have the same big barrel and sweet spot? CoachBaldwin
The only difference between the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) and the 2015 Easton MAKO XL Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKX) is the 360 degree rotating TORQ handle.
Allison
Would the Mako Torq handle take a little to get use to? J
I believe the adjustment to the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) handle happens easily and quickly.
Frankie
How long is the spinning part on the handle of the MAKO TORQ? Fred
The bottom 3 1/2 inches of the handle will rotate on the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT).
Jason
Will the spinning handle ruin my son's swing? bobby cooper
The rotating handle on the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) is designed to improve the players swing.
Frankie
Are these bats USSSA rated with the stamp on the bat? Ron
Yes, the 2015 Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat: YB15MKT features the USSSA 1.15 BPF stamp on the bat.
Jason
Is this bat 'balanced' or 'end-loaded'? This bat appears to be identical to the 2015 Easton XL which replaced the old yellow XLI, which is 'end-loaded'. However, I have also been told that the first 2015 *PRE-BOOKED* lime Easton Torq"s bats were balanced, and later end-loaded. Which is it? Thanks. littleleaguepop
The Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat: YB15MKT will feature a balanced swing weight.
Cameron
Would you recommend this bat vs a DeMarini CF7 or MAKO -11 2015 bat for a 12 year old bigger kid? He is 5'7" and over 115 lbs. He does have a good swing but at times rolls his wrist. franco
All of the bats mentioned, the Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat: YB15MKT, DeMarini CF7 Youth Baseball Bat: DXCFL, and the Easton MAKO Youth Baseball Bat: YB15MK would be great options to consider for a player of your son's height and weight. All of these bats will be two-piece, fully composite bats with a balanced swing weight. The Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat: YB15MKT would be a great choice if he is having issues with rolling the wrists over as the TORQ handle was designed to help alleviate this issue.
Cameron
Why have Easton discontinued this bat? Is the torq technology being outlawed? Joe
The Torq technology is not being outlawed. We do not know exactly why Easton decided to discontinue the Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT), you would have to reach out directly to them to see why they went ahead and discontinued the Torq technology. Their phone number is (800) 345-8140.
Carter
Is this bat going to be legal for the 2018 season? lance
If you are playing in AABC, AAU, Babe Ruth (Cal Ripken Baseball), Dixie Youth BasebalL, Little League Baseball or PONY Baseball, then this Easton MAKO TORQ Youth Baseball Bat (YB15MKT) will not be allowed for use in 2018 since it does not feature the USA Bat certification.
Ben
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Easton is the world's leading manufacturer of baseball and softball equipment, and the most iconic brand in these sports. Headquartered in Thousand Oaks, CA, Easton Diamond Sports, LLC. manufactures bats, ball gloves, apparel, bags, batting gloves, helmets, catcher's equipment and related accessories. The company's commitment to innovation and game-changing technologies propelled Easton to the No. 1 bat position, including breakthrough technologies with aluminum and composite materials. As a result of this commitment to R&D and its storied brand heritage, Easton has long-standing relationships with Little League Baseball, USSSA Baseball & Softball, USA Baseball & Softball, hundreds of NCAA collegiate teams and numerous professional baseball and softball players.
For more information, please visit: https://www.easton.com/.
Bat Properties
| Approved For | USSSA |
|---|---|
| Barrel Diameter | 2 1/4 |
| Baseball Bats | Youth |
| Bat Type | Baseball |
| Deals | Closeout Bats Bundle and Save |
| Length to Weight Ratio | -10 |
| Material | Composite |
| Vendor | Easton |
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