POWER & EXIT VELOCITY - CRBN1 is a one-piece composite bat using Mizuno’s XZone/Hot Metal barrel, slightly end-loaded generates good EXIT VELOCITY but feels and plays more as a “controlled pop.
BAT SWING & CONTROL - CRBN1 is a one-piece bat and is slightly end-loaded, but swing weight feels faster and more manageable while still helping hitters generate power.
SWEET SPOT & MIS-HITS - CRBN1’s XZone technology widens the effective SWEET SPOT and the performance drop-off across the barrel is a gradual.
FEEL & VIBRATION CONTROL - Mizuno’s Anti-Shock taper and optimized end cap enhances VIBRATION CONTROL making the one-piece bat feel more comfortable.
BREAK-IN PERIOD- Black Onyx Carbon and XZone technology needs a short break-in period (about 50 swings, rotating the barrel).
DURABILITY & BAT FATIGUE - The CRBN line with its Black Onyx Carbon and Anti-Shock construction generally has a reputation for DURABILITY and longer term performance.
PRICE (MSRP) - CRBN1 has a budget-friendlier price tag of $350.00.
BOTTOM LINE - The 2025 Mizuno CRBN1 has near top-end EXIT VELOCITY and also fits a broader range of strong hitters who still want real pop but prioritize BAT SWING SPEED and CONTROL. Durable and value-priced, the 2025 Mizuno CRBN1 fastpitch softball bat is a good choice.