Look for a bottle bat. This is a bat made with the maximum thickness allowed. A semibottle bat is more tapered, and is for a stronger player. This type is known as an end-loaded bat. Look into which balls are used in the batting cage before buying a bat.
Some harder balls used in cages dent certain bats.
Shop around for the best prices, as they vary greatly. Keep in mind that some bats are subjected to the cold and may dent more easily. Inc. How things get done. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy .