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Sam Bat Wood Bats CD1 Review: The Canadian Boat Rockers

By Bat Digest Editorial Team • Updated November 01, 2015
November 01, 2015
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Wood bat enthusiasts and those playing in competitive leagues appreciated the CD1's professional heritage. The rock maple performs best for players with sound mechanics. Those new to wood might prefer more forgiving ash models.

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2020 Sam Bat Sam Wood

Sam Wood

BBCOR -3
D+
C
Power
A+
Control
F
Quality
D
Value
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Key Specifications

Year
None
Leagues
BBCOR
Drop Weights
-3
Construction
Wood
Swing Weight
Price
$150
The Sam Bat CD1 earned its 'Canadian Boat Rockers' nickname by introducing rock maple to professional baseball. This bat delivered the hardness and pop that converted many professionals from traditional ash.

Models Overview

The CD1 featured Sam Bat's famous rock maple with their original cup design and medium barrel. The balanced feel and consistent grain made it popular across all levels of play.
2020 DeMarini D243 Composite Wood

2020 DeMarini D243 Composite Wood

BBCOR -3 $200.0
C+
Power B
Control A
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2020 Ssk SSK Wood

2020 Ssk SSK Wood

BBCOR -3 $150.0
D-
Power C
Control A
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2020 Dove Tail Bats Dove Tail Wood

2020 Dove Tail Bats Dove Tail Wood

BBCOR -3 $150.0
D+
Power C
Control A+
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