Easton ADV 360 Baseball Bats

Easton ADV 360 Baseball Bat

The Easton ADV 360 is a technological pinnacle in the brand’s long history of designing baseball bats. The ADV 360’s design takes advantage of Easton's Launch Composite Technology, a larger barrel contour, and a more responsive (and forgiving) sweet spot. The bat’s overall engineering ensures precision and flexibility across the entire barrel for more consistent performance. With its two-piece iSO ConneXion™ design, the ADV 360 absorbs vibration, delivering an unmatched feel at contact.

Perfect bat for: Hitters looking for an edge in bat speed, comfort, and overall performance.

Key features include:

• Launch Composite Technology: Provides a larger barrel contour with a more responsive and forgiving sweet spot for maximum performance.

• Two-Piece iSO ConneXion™: Isolates the handle from the barrel, using Nitrocell foam to absorb vibration for a smoother feel upon contact.

• Power Boost™ Soft Knob Technology: Increases leverage and power potential, while improving comfort and bat control.

• Speed Cap™: Offers a more flexible and responsive barrel with a natural sound on impact.

• DFS Carbon Handle: Creates an extra stiff feel at contact, maximizing energy transfer and offering zero vibration.

Top competitors comparison: Louisville Slugger Meta and the DeMarini CF

Against competitors like the Louisville Slugger Meta and the DeMarini CF, the Easton ADV 360 distinguishes itself with its 360 Engineering and Launch Composite Technology, offering a unique combination of barrel flex, balance, and tuned performance. While the Meta is renowned for its EKO Composite Barrel and balanced swing, and the DeMarini CF is celebrated for its Paraflex Plus Composite for flexibility, the ADV 360's comprehensive design focuses on delivering a premium blend of speed, power, and comfort, setting a new benchmark for performance.

Progression of the Easton ADV 360:

Here is a list that details the progression of this series, highlighting the main features and advancements with each new model.

2020 - ADV 360 (Initial Release)

• Launched as part of Easton’s Project 3, engineered for the perfect combination of power and speed.
• Features the Launch Comp™ Composite Technology for optimal barrel performance and 360 Engineering for 360 degrees of barrel-tuned precision, enhancing the sweet spot.
• Incorporates the Soft Knob technology for better leverage and a more comfortable swing, in addition to reducing vibration.
• Power Boost™ “Soft Knob” technology provides hitters with more leverage while reducing vibration and improving comfort for the bottom hand.
• Custom Lizard Skins™ grip for superior feel, cushion, and tack.
• Speed Cap™ provides a more flexible and responsive barrel.

• Two-piece iSo ConneXion™ technology for energy transfer and a feeling of whippiness while swinging.

2021 - ADV 360

• Continued enhancements in the composite material for an even lighter and more responsive barrel.
• Further refinement of the 360 Engineering for precision and tuning along the entire barrel length for a consistently high-performing bat.
• Updated Soft Knob and Power Boost™ technologies for an even greater reduction in vibration and improved comfort during swings.
• Maintained the custom Lizard Skins™ grip for unmatched feel and control.

• New design aesthetics for a fresh, dynamic look.

2020 - ADV 360

• Introduction of a new lighter iSo ConneXion™ design for improved inertia and a more balanced swing feel.
• Advanced Dynamic Feel System™ integrates the best materials for the finest in-hand comfort and a solid feel on contact.
• Reinforced Launch Comp™ technology for a bigger sweet spot and optimized barrel performance.

• The latest iteration of the Power Boost™ “Soft Knob” and Lizard Skins™ grip for peak comfort, vibration reduction, and tack.

What people are saying (edited for clarity and brevity)

PROS

• I've always used Easton gear for baseball. Got this bat for my 9-year-old and it's impressive. Good pop and similar to the Easton Ghost, but with more power.

• Nearly every player on our son's team uses or borrows this bat. It's popular because it hits home runs well.

• I am 12 years old and I hit a home run in my last game with my Rawlings bat. Looking forward to next year!

CONS

• I got two bats for my kids, a 29-11 and a 30-10. Both broke even though we used them properly and never misused them. I had to send them back to the manufacturer.

• My son loved the bat, it improved his confidence and hitting skills. However, it cracked unexpectedly despite following the instructions. We're disappointed with the quality, and my son was heartbroken.

• Although the bat was great while it worked, it's disappointing that it failed after just one year, especially not at the barrel. There seem to be manufacturing and durability issues with this expensive bat.

Certification: USA, USSSA, BBCOR

Expert Notes (Tony from BatExperts)

The Easton ADV 360 is a two-piece composite bat. It has a light swing and big barrel. Perfect for the younger hitter. I think it is popular because of the paint job, which is bright neon yellow. It is more of a look than a performance bat, but still a very good bat that doesn’t have a huge amount of breakage. It's an average bat for either Little League or USSSA.

Pop: ⭐⭐⭐

Durability: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Vibration: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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