How to choose the right baseball & softball equipment

Our Summer Big Red event is on now. Save up to 60% with the Lowest Prices of the Season.^†

We’re STILL shipping! Click here for Canada Post labour dispute updates.

BATS
GLOVES
CLEATS
HELMETS
BALLS

Bat Structure

Understanding the structure of a baseball bat will help you choose the correct size.

Here are definitions of the terms:

1. Barrel Size: The diameter of the baseball bat is called barrel size. A smaller barrel size means a lighter bat.

2. Grip: The covering used on the handle of the bat.

3. Length-to-weight ratio: Also known as weight drop, the length-to-weight ratio is the weight of the bat subtracted from length of the bat. It’s always a negative number, and the smaller the number, the heavier the bat.

See Bats >

how to choose right baseball and softball equipment step 1 01

Baseball Bat Sizing Chart

	Senior	Junior	Midget	Bantam	Peewee	Ages 7-10	Ages 6 Under
Bat Length	31-34"	32-34"	31-34"	32-33"	28-32"	25-31"	25-29"
Length to Weight Ratio	-3	-3	-3	-3 to -5	-7 to -10	-10 to -13	-10 to -12
Barrel Size	2^5/8"	2^5/8"	2^3/4"to 2^5/8"	2^3/4"to 2^5/8"	2^3/4" to 2^5/8"	2^1/4"to 2^5/8"	2^1/4"

Slo-pitch Softball Bat Sizing Chart

Slo-Pitch Softball	Men		Women
Barrel Length	12"	13.5"	12"	13.5"
Weight	26-30 oz	28-30 oz	25-28 oz	26-28 oz

Fast-Pitch Softball Bat Sizing Chart

	Men	Women	Ages 10 to 16 Years Old
Bat Length	34"	32-34"	29-33"
Length-to-Weight Ratio	-4 to -8	-8 to -13	-10 to -13

Glove Structure

Choosing the right baseball or softball glove depends on the field position you play and how your hand feels in the glove.

Here are some useful terms to know about a glove.

1. Web: A tightly woven piece of leather that connects the fingers and the thumb for secure control of the ball.

2. Palm: The area of the glove where the ball will sit. Most gloves will have paddings under the leather for more protection of your palm.

3. Heel: The lower portion of your glove that provides protection against the impact of the ball.

4. Hinge: The part of the glove that allows you to open and close your hand easily.

5. Lacing: Lacing provides shape to your glove.

how to choose right baseball and softball equipment step 2 01

Baseball Glove Sizing Chart

	Infield	Outfield
Adult	11"-12"	12" - 12 ^3/4"

	Ages 6 & Under	Ages 6-8	Ages 8 11	Ages 11 & Up
Youth	9"-10"	10" - 11 ^1/2"	11"-12"	11" - 12 ^1/2"

Softball Glove Sizes

	Adult Infield	Adult Outfield
Slo-Pitch Softball	12"-13"	12" 14"

	Adult Infield	Adult Outfield	Youth Ages 6-10	Youth Ages 10-13	Youth Youth Pitchers
Fast Pitch Softball	12"-13"	12" 14"	11" - 12 ^1/2"	12"-13"	12"-13"

Glove Lingo

Baseball and softball gloves have different web designs that can cater to your need and preference.
Here are some definitions of the terms:

1. H-Web: Allows for maximum catching area in pocket and the ability to see the ball. It is typically used by outfielders or softball players.

2. Trapeze: Allows for maximum catching area and ball retention. Typically used by outfielders or softball players.

3. Basket-Web: Allows for multi-position use and large catching area. Typically used by pitchers, infielders, softball and youth players.

4. Modified Trapeze: Allows for multi-position use and ball retention in the pocket. Typically used by pitchers, infielders and youth players. This web design is not recommended for softball.

5. I-Web: Allows for multi-position use and ball retention in the pocket. Typically used by infielders and youth players. This web design is not recommended for softball.

See Gloves >

how to choose right baseball and softball equipment step 2 02

Baseball and softball cleats

It’s important to have a well-fitted and comfortable pair of cleats when you are playing baseball or softball. You should wear a pair of game socks when you’re trying on the cleats to ensure a snug fit. Cleats will break in over time, so don’t choose a pair that is too big or too small.

See Cleats >

how to choose right baseball and softball equipment step 3 01

Helmet Fitting

Baseball and softball helmets are designed to protect you when you are out on the field. It’s important to know how to properly fit a helmet.

Here are some tips:

• Helmets should be worn so the front brim sits approximately 1” above the eyebrows.

• Players who are under 16 will require a helmet with a chin strip.

• NOCSAE standard equates to 68 MPH pitch speed. All helmets must meet this standard.

See Helmets >

how to choose right baseball and softball equipment step 4 01

Helmet Standards Chart

Age	General Fast-Pitch Speed (miles/hour)
10 & Under	50+
Age 11 - 12	60+
Age 13 - 14	70+
High-School	80+
College	90+

Baseballs

These have a 9” circumference and an official weight of 5 oz. They’re white with flat seams, designed for contact at high speed.

See Baseballs >

how to choose right baseball and softball equipment step 5 01

Slow-Pitch Softballs

These have an 11” or 12” circumference and an official weight of 7oz. They’re yellow or white — yellow stands out better under lights — with flat seams, designed to perform based on low pitch speeds.

See Softballs >

how to choose right baseball and softball equipment step 5 02

Fast-Pitch Softballs

These have an 11” or 12” circumference with an official weight of 7oz, They’re yellow, which is easier to see at high speeds, and have raised seams for grip, designed to perform based on high pitch speeds.

See Softballs >

how to choose right baseball and softball equipment step 5 03

△The tire producer / manufacturer of the tires you are buying, and Canadian Tire is responsible for the recycling fee that is included in your invoice. The tire producer / manufacturer and Canadian Tire uses this fee to pay for the collection, transportation, and processing of used tires.

CANADIAN TIRE® and the CANADIAN TIRE Triangle Design are registered trade-marks of Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited.

^±Was price reflects the last national regular price this product was sold for.

**Online prices and sale effective dates may differ from those in-store and may vary by region. Dealers may sell for less.

* Financing available is “Equal payments, no interest” for 24 months (unless otherwise stated) and is only available on request, on approved credit and on purchases of $150 (unless otherwise stated) or more (Gift Cards excluded) made with your Triangle credit card at Canadian Tire, Sport Chek, Mark’s, L’Équipeur, Atmosphere, Sports Rousseau, Hockey Experts, L’Entrepôt du Hockey and participating Sports Experts. Interest does not accrue during the period of the plan. However, if we do not receive the full minimum due on a statement within 59 days of the date of that statement, or any event of default (other than a payment default) occurs under your Cardmember Agreement, all special payment plans on your account will terminate and (i) you will then be charged interest on the balances outstanding on such plans at the applicable regular annual rate from the day after the date of your next statement, and (ii) the balances outstanding will form part of the balance due on that statement. There is no administration fee charged for entering into a special payments plan. Each month during an equal payments plan you are required to pay in full by the due date that month’s equal payments plan instalment. Any unpaid portion not received by the due date will no longer form part of the equal payments plan and interest will accrue on that amount from the day after the date of your next statement at the applicable regular annual rate. Offer subject to change without notice.

Additional information for residents of Quebec only: The regular annual rate for persons applying for the Triangle Mastercard and the Triangle World Elite Mastercard is 21.99% for cash transactions and related fees and 21.99% for all other charges. Some applicants may receive a higher or lower regular annual rate depending on a credit evaluation. The minimum payment is the sum of (a) the greater of: (i) interest and fees shown on your statement + $10; or (ii) 5% of the New Balance, excluding amounts on special payment plans, (b) any balance over your credit limit, (c) any amounts past due not included in (b) above, and (d) the amount of any equal payments plan instalments then due. Balances under $10 are due in full. For residents of Quebec, the period between the statement date and the due date for payment is 26 days. The billing period covered by each statement can be from 28-33 days. The Triangle Mastercard and the Triangle World Elite Mastercard do not have an annual fee. Examples of borrowing costs (rounded to the nearest cent) assuming that all charges are purchases bearing interest at the regular annual rate of 21.99%, a 30 day month, no charges made on special payment plans and no other fees, additional payments or other changes are:

If your average balance is:	Total monthly credit charges will be:
$100	$1.81
$500	$9.04
$1000	$18.07
$2000	$36.15

^† In the form of electronic Canadian Tire Money® (CT Money®). You cannot collect paper Canadian Tire Money on bonus offers. Any bonus multiplier is based on the base rate of collecting CT Money. Not all items sold at Canadian Tire earn CT Money. The offered rate is exclusive of any bonus or promotional offers or redemption transactions. CT Money is collected on the pre-tax. Bonus CT Money collected from online orders will be applied to the member’s Triangle Rewards™ account within 5 weeks of the purchase date. Terms and Conditions apply. Visit Triangle Rewards: Sign Up & Earn Today for more information.

^®/TMMark’s is a registered trademark of Mark’sWork Warehouse Ltd, used under licence.

^®/TMSport Chek is a registered trademarkof FGL Sports Ltd, used under licence.

^◊Off our original prices. Pricing, selection, and availability of clearance items are determined by each store. Applicable on select styles/sizes. Clearance items may be display models or not exactly as shown. Quantities may be limited and may vary by store. Rainchecks unavailable. We reserve the right to limit quantities. Shop early for greatest selection. Contact your local store for more information.

^‡‡Shipping fees apply. Shipping fees and delivery times vary depending on location, size and weight of the item(s) and is only available within the province of the Canadian Tire retail location (“Store”) from which the item(s) was purchased. Bulk items will only be delivered within a 100km radius of the Store. Not available in Recontre East, NL. Conditions and restrictions apply. Visit Online Ordering for more information.

®/™ Mastercard, World Mastercard and World Elite are registered trademarks, and the circles design is a trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated.
®/TM Unless otherwise noted, all trademarks are owned by Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited and are used under license.
◊Off our original price. Quantities may vary by store. Some clearance product and price points may not be available at all locations.
± Was price reflects the last national regular price this product was sold for

®/™ Unless otherwise noted, all trademarks are owned by Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited.

*$9.99 + tax delivery fee. Select your store and enter postal code on the product page while shopping to determine if same day delivery is available. Products must meet certain cube/weight dimensions and distance from store must be less than 10km. For full terms/conditions, visit https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/customer-service/online-ordering.html

*Free at the majority of stores. Some stores may require a minimum order value (before taxes). Orders that do not meet the minimum order value will be subject to a fee. Orders ready typically within 24 hours. Wait for Ready for Pick Up email before proceeding to store. **$9.99 + tax delivery fee. Available at select stores. Select your store and enter postal code on the product page while shopping to determine if same day delivery is available. Orders placed before the cutoff time will be delivered the same day, and orders placed after cutoff time will arrive the next day. Eligible in-stock items only. Products must meet certain cube/weight dimensions and distance from store must be less than 10km. For full terms/conditions, visit https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/customer-service/online-ordering.html

®/TM Unless otherwise noted, all trademarks are owned by Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited and are used under license.

*Terms and conditions apply to collecting and redeeming. Visit triangle.com for full program rules. Ordinarily you are not able to collect Canadian Tire Money® (CT Money®) on that portion of a transaction in respect of which you redeemed CT Money, but can do so with this special offer. You may redeem for the full purchase price in CT Money to a maximum of $1,000 but bonus CT Money is calculated only on the pre-tax amount. Special offer not valid for Gift Card purchases. Pre-tax purchase. Bonus applied to maximum redemption of $1,000. No rainchecks.

How to choose baseball & softball equipment

Bat Structure

Glove Structure

Glove Lingo

Baseball and softball cleats

Helmet Fitting

Baseballs

Slow-Pitch Softballs

Fast-Pitch Softballs

Customer Support

Services & Solutions

About Us

Legal